In recognition of Autism Awareness Month, Metro EHS shines a light on the impact of early intervention through ABA (Applied Behavioral Analysis) Therapy. The goal is to help children with developmental challenges reach their milestones and eventually “graduate” from therapy, equipped for success in their future endeavors.
“We like to think of working ourselves out of a job, and that depending on when you start therapy, that it’s not necessarily a lifelong thing that you have to experience, especially for those that are in ABA therapy,” said Dawn Sterling, Regional Director of Behavioral Health, when asked on “Live In The D” if children can graduate from ABA services.
The journey to graduation is a collaborative effort that begins with setting individualized goals. “We like to start talking about graduation early in the process so that we know what goals we want to go for and how we want to target each and every one of those goals,” said Ashlei Lewis, Metro EHS Clinical Director.
After graduation, the path is uniquely tailored for each child. Metro EHS emphasizes early intervention to ensure children are school-ready, while also recognizing the need for ongoing support through therapies and social opportunities. This comprehensive approach ensures that children can thrive across various environments, fulfilling both developmental and social needs.
For more information about Metro EHS and the comprehensive services they offer, visit their website at metroehs.com/wdiv or call 313-278-4601.