Is my child on the spectrum or just delayed? This question ran through my mind in numerous instances. The process of getting a diagnosis can take time but is so worth the wait. And it is not about the diagnosis, but about being able to move forward with the best plan for our brave little ones so they can live the best life possible for them. Testing is only a piece of the puzzle, too. All kids are different, and each child has different developmental milestones and goals. Regardless of your goals, you’re sure to find some helpful services for autistic children in Birmingham.
Autism Spectrum Disorder is a condition related to brain development that impacts how a person perceives and socializes with others. The term “spectrum” refers to a wide range of symptoms. The spectrum is often broken down into three levels. Level 1 means that some supports are needed. Sometime you’ll see this referred to as “high-functioning.” Level 2 means that substantial support is often needed. Level 3 calls for very substantial support and has been historically referred to as “severe autism.” The level of autism essentially determines the type of therapies needed and the time investment required. Let’s take a look at a list of testing sites, therapists, and services for autistic children in Birmingham.
Autism Testing in Birmingham
Civitan-Sparks Clinics
1720 2nd Ave S, CH19 307, Birmingham, 35294
205-934-5471
https://www.uab.edu/medicine/civitansparks/
Glenwood
614 38th Street South, Birmingham, 35233
205-939-1088
https://glenwood.org/diagnosis
Hopebridge Autism Therapy Centers
3500 7th Avenue South, Birmingham, 35222
(205) 961-4726
https://www.hopebridge.com
Medical Autism Clinic (MAC)
The Children’s Hospital of Alabama
1600 7th Avenue South, Clinic 7, Birmingham, 3523
(205) 975-6503
https://www.uab.edu/medicine/peds/research
Early Autism Services
200 Vestavia Pkwy Suite 2400, Vestavia Hills, 35216
(205) 490-5364
http://earlyautismservices.com
Therapy & Services for Autistic Children in Birmingham
The spectrum is so very vast, meaning each child with autism will experience different challenges and have different types of support they will need. Many therapist and services are available depending on the needs of your child. The services and therapist that provide support to children with autism are: ABA services (Applied Behavior Analysis), Speech Therapy, OT (Occupational Therapy), and PT (Physical Therapy). All these therapist and services address specific needs and challenges. They can also help aid in social skills and sensory therapy as well. Here is a list of Therapist and services in the area, some of these locations offer multiple services.
Early Autism Services
Arc of Shelby County
203 Amphitheater Rd
Pelham AL, 35124
(205) 664-9313
http://thearcofshelby.org
Early Autism Services
200 Vestavia Pkwy Suite 2400
Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
(205) 490-5364
http://earlyautismservices.com
ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis)
Behavioral One
500 Century Park S
Birmingham, AL 35226
(205) 991-2584
http://behavioralone.com
Child’s Play Therapy Center
2151 Old Rocky Ridge Rd. #100
Birmingham, AL 35216
(205) 978-9939
http://childsplaytherapycenter.com
FREEDOM Therapies, Inc.
1051 Oak Mountain Dr.
Pelham, AL 35124
(205) 358-7311
http://freedomtherapies.net
Puzzle Piece
3140 Cahaba Heights Rd.
Vestavia Hills, AL 35243
(205) 969-8080
http://puzzlepiecealabama.com
Simplified Behavioral Health
215 Narrows Pkwy Ste E
Birmingham, AL 35242
(205) 210-8085
http://simplifiedbx.com
Speech Therapy/Services
Alpha Kids Therapy Services
120 Plaza Cir Suite B
Alabaster, AL 35007
(205) 538-0125
http://alphakidstherapy.com
Endless Speech and Language Service
200 Beacon Pkwy W, Suite 108D
Birmingham, AL 35202
(205) 677-5039
https://endlessspeechandlanguage.com/
Expressions Pediatric Therapy
2279 Valleydale Road Suite 240
Birmingham AL, 35244
(205) 739-2066
http://expressionspediatrictherapy.com
Steel City Speech
438 Carr Avenue Suite 6
Birmingham AL, 35209
(205) 201-0413
http://steelcityspeech.com
OT (Occupational Therapy) PT (Physical Therapy)
Hopebridge Autism Therapy
1820 Southpark Drive
Hoover, AL 35244
(205) 961-4726
http://hopebridge.com
Easter Seals of Birmingham
240 Commerce Parkway
Pelham AL, 35124(205) 942-6277
http://eastersealsbham.org
Behavioral ONE
2081 Columbiana Rd.
Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
(205) 991-2584
http://behavioralone.com
Autism is only a part of your child, not who your child is. You’ve got this mama! You are meant to be a mom. You are a brave mama with a brave child. And remember, you are the best advocate for your child.
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