Abilities First School at Straus Family Pavilion | New Windsor

At Abilities First School at Straus Family Pavilion in New Windsor, we understand that it can be difficult to tell if your child needs speech therapy. If your child has been diagnosed with autism, then speech therapy is almost always recommended as many people with autism have difficulty with communication. Even if your child is very verbal, they might need to work on communication skills such as responding to questions, starting or ending conversation, changing conversation topics, and understanding other people’s body language. Speech therapy is an important focus in early intervention for autistic children and can help them grow into more independent and confident individuals. If you think your child is struggling with speaking, our comprehensive guide to speech therapy can help you determine if they need further assistance.

At Abilities First School at Straus Family Pavilion in New Windsor, our speech therapists specialize in helping children communicate effectively in all environments. From utilizing verbal speech and AAC to improving nonverbal skills and understanding body language, our speech therapists are dedicated to helping your child gain the confidence to communicate. We strive to provide a safe and supportive atmosphere to help your child reach their goals and make positive changes in their communication skills.

At Abilities First School at Straus Family Pavilion, New Windsor, we understand that Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy is rooted in the science of learning and behavior. We use principles of ABA to help children and adults improve their communication skills, social skills, and daily living skills, while also addressing problematic or challenging behaviors. Our goal is to help individuals gain independence and reduce harmful behaviors with ABA therapy. Learn more about ABA therapy in our comprehensive guide.

At Abilities First School at Straus Family Pavilion, we understand that deciding whether ABA is right for your child is a big decision to make for your family. We offer high quality ABA therapy, but it’s important to watch out for ABA providers who look to “cure” autism. Our goal is to help your child learn all that they can to live up to their potential while embracing their unique, individual personality traits. We have a complete guide to help you start and end ABA therapy. Get in touch with us today to learn more about how we can help your child reach their full potential!