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Aspira Family Focused Support Network | Los Banos

  • Updated 3 weeks ago
  • 950 Risa Rd, Lafayette, CA 94549
  • Occupational Therapy
  • Speech Therapy

About Aspira Family Focused Support Network | Los Banos

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1. What is your main reason for seeking support right now?
Stress, worry, anxiety, panic, or feeling on edge
Low mood, loss of interest, feeling stuck or hopeless
Relationship or family issues (including couples)
Life changes, decisions, personal growth, or “not sure yet”
2. How much is this affecting your day-to-day life?
It’s noticeable but I’m coping most of the time
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3. How comfortable do you feel talking to someone online?
I’m comfortable with video / phone or chat and use them often
I’m a bit unsure, but willing to try
I usually prefer in-person conversations
4. Which practical issues apply to you?
My schedule is busy or changes week to week
I live far from providers or have limited transport
I prefer to avoid waiting rooms and keep things discreet
None of these, I just want to talk to someone
5. How soon would you like to start?
As soon as possible (within the next few days)
Within the next 1–2 weeks
I’m just exploring options for now

About Aspira Family Focused Support Network | Los Banos

Aspira Family Focused Support Network (FFSN) is a practical support program designed to assist families with children who have developmental disabilities and/or special health care needs. Our program offers tools and resources to keep children with disabilities living at home, rather than in group care. We provide families with tailored services, such as training, family meetings, and home visits, to improve parenting skills and enhance the quality of life for the child and all family members. Founded in 1995, Aspira FFSN has successfully supported over 100 families. We are proud to provide a voluntary program, referred to by state funded Developmental Regional Center case managers, and conducted by our highly qualified clinical staff and social workers.

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Aspect In-Person Therapy Online Therapy (often more flexible)
Convenience & Time ✖️ Requires travel, scheduling time off, and a fixed location. ✔️ No travel; join from home, office, or car when it suits you.
Scheduling Flexibility ✖️ Mostly office hours; fewer last-minute or out-of-hours options. ✔️ Early morning, evening, and lunchtime sessions are easier to find.
Comfort & Privacy ✖️ Waiting rooms, chance of meeting someone you know, commuting when feeling low. ✔️ Talk from your safest private space at home or elsewhere; no waiting room.
Therapist Availability ✖️ Limited to providers within driving distance and local specialties. ✔️ Access a much wider pool of therapists, including niche expertise.
Cost & Extra Time ✖️ Parking, travel expenses, and extra commuting time around each session. ✔️ No travel or parking costs; time is spent on the session, not the journey.
Accessibility ✖️ Harder for rural areas, busy parents, chronic illness or mobility issues. ✔️ Accessible from anywhere with internet; ideal for busy or remote lifestyles.
Consistency ✖️ Travel, moving, or bad weather can interrupt or cancel sessions. ✔️ Continue therapy even while travelling or during bad weather days.
Best For ✖️ Situations where physical presence or hands-on support is essential. ✔️ Most stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues and life transitions.
Limitations ✖️ Less flexible; easier to miss sessions due to travel or schedule conflicts. ✔️ Requires internet and a private space; not suitable for emergency situations.

Bottom line: For most people, online therapy offers the best mix of convenience, comfort, and therapist choice—while still providing high-quality support.

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Is online therapy actually effective?
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When is online therapy a better fit than in-person?
Online therapy is ideal if you:
  • have a busy or changing schedule,
  • live far from providers or have limited transport,
  • prefer the privacy and comfort of your own space,
  • travel frequently or split time between locations.
For many people, this flexibility is what makes it possible to actually stay in therapy.
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Is online therapy private and secure?
Reputable online therapy platforms use encrypted connections and secure apps that are designed for confidential healthcare communication. Sessions are held in a private space of your choosing, which can feel safer than a public waiting room.
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How do costs compare with in-person therapy?
Online therapy can sometimes be more affordable overall: there are no travel costs, less time away from work or family, and many platforms offer predictable weekly pricing. The value often comes from being able to attend regularly without extra friction.
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Services

Working hours

Closed

9:00 am - 6:00 pm

  • Monday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thursday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Friday

    9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday

    Closed all day
  • Sunday

    Closed all day
  • Local time

    02/23/2026 4:16 am

Languages

  • English

Company Management

Elizabeth Sautter, M.A., CCC-SLP
  • Master’s degree in Communicative Sciences and Disorders, San Jose State University

Have questions?

At Aspira Family Focused Support Network in Los Banos, we understand that it can be difficult to know whether your child needs speech therapy or not. If your child is autistic, speech therapy is almost always recommended to help them develop communication skills such as responding to questions, changing the topic of conversation, using gestures, and understanding body language. Speech therapy is a critical component of early intervention for autistic children and is the best place to start for recently diagnosed kids. With speech therapy, your child will learn effective ways to communicate and grow into a more confident and independent individual. While it may be obvious when a child struggles with speaking, there are other signs to look out for, such as being very quiet, saying only a few words, or not speaking at all. That’s why Aspira Family Focused Support Network has created a comprehensive guide to everything you need to know about speech therapy.
At Aspira Family Focused Support Network, we specialize in helping families in Los Banos with speech therapy. Our speech therapists are experts in helping children with nonverbal skills, forming clearer speech, communicating thoughts and feelings, understanding and responding to questions, recognizing facial expressions and body language, as well as feeding and swallowing. We strive to help your child communicate effectively with other people across all environments, and we use a variety of methods, like gestures, signs, verbal speech and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).
Contact Phone number is (209) 725-2125.
https://www.aspiranet.org

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