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Autism Spectrum
Seeking autism therapy is important to receive the right support and care for those affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder. Our clinic is committed to offering neurodiversity affirming therapy by providing specialized services that support neurodivergent differences. Our goal is to create a respected and embracing environment where neurodivergent people of all backgrounds can find support.
What is Autism?
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex neurological and developmental condition which is characterized by unique challenges and strengths. Some common characteristics of ASD include:
- Communication and Social interaction challenges: Struggling to form relationships with others, missing social cues, and finding it difficult to initiate and/or maintain conversations.
- Behavioral challenges and specific interests: Repetitive movements, engaging in the same activity frequently, or having highly restricted and specific interests.
- Sensitivity to sensory experience: Reduced or heightened sensitivity to stimuli such as sounds, lights, tastes, and textures.
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, it’s recommended that all children go through a screening evaluation for autism. Parents and caregivers should talk to their child’s healthcare provider for further details on the ASD screening procedure.

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Prevalence and Common Misconceptions
Philosophy and Principles
Statistics reveal that 1 in every 68 children is affected by Autism. Even though it’s such a common condition, there are numerous misconceptions out there. Here are some common misconception on ASD
- Myth: Autism is a disease.
- Truth: Autism is not a disease. The condition has more to do with the way the brain works differently than the majority of the population, which is why people with autism are often described as neurodivergent.
- Myth: Autistic people don’t have empathy.
- Truth: Autism is different for everyone. Those affected with autism experience empathy but may express it in different ways.
- Myth: Only boys are autistic.
- Truth: People of all backgrounds, including age, gender, race, ethnicity and socio-economical background can have ASD.
- Myth: Autism is associated with violence.
- Truth: The National Center for Biotechnology Information suggests that less than 20% of people diagnosed with autism show signs of aggression or violent outbursts.
Characteristics of Autism
Communication and Social Challenges
People with Autism may go through certain social challenges when coming in contact with other individuals.
- Being inconsistent when keeping eye contact while interacting
- Appearing to not be paying attention to the other person who is talking
- Being slow with responses, such as to one’s name
- Having a hard time maintaining a conversation
- Not matching facial expressions and body language with what is being said
- Repeatedly talking about hobbies, even if others don’t seem to be interested in them
- Having a tone of voice that can seem robot-like or melody-like
- Hard time making friends.
- Finding it difficult to understand other people’s side of the story
Repetitive Behavioral Challenges
Repetitive behaviors that are also associated with specific interests are one of the main Autism symptoms in people with the condition. These include:
- Having certain repeating behaviors such as specific words or even phrases.
- Being bothered by transitional periods that include slight changes in the routine
- Having a deep interest in a specific topic that focuses on facts, numerology or details.
Other indicators
There are many other indicators that are characterized by Autism. Some other Autism symptoms are:
- Acting overly sensitive or being too under reactive to sensory inputs such as lights, sounds, textures and tastes.
- Being able to have a strong learning ability and strong memory
- Often excelling in subjects such as science, math, art or music
Impact on Daily Life
Many people with autism can live a normal life with minimal assistance upon receiving an autism diagnosis, while others require more assistance and autism support when handling day to day activities. Understanding the diversity of the spectrum helps us or our loved ones receive an effective and personalized treatment to suit their needs
Our Neurodivergent-Affirming Approach
Philosophy and Principles
Our autism clinic offers a neurodivergent affirming approach. This approach sits on a strong belief that neurodiversity is a valuable part of human diversity. At Cabot, we emphasize:
Acceptance and Respect: Valuing people with autism just as they are and not trying to change or “fix” their neurodivergent traits.
Empowerment: Focusing more on the strengths and learning how to use them in day to day life rather than focusing mainly on the negative characteristics.
Cabot’s Commitment
Our autism affirming clinic is committed to:
- Create a non-judgmental environment: Creating an inclusive and supportive space where our clients feel safe, comfortable, understood and respected.
- Offer support and care: Providing each individual with a tailored service that matches their unique needs.
Team Expertise
Our team is made up of qualified and trained professionals that are experts in Autism therapy and Autism support. Some of the main key aspects of our team are:
- Qualification and experience: Our staff consists of therapists, psychologists and counselors with a background and experience in Neurodiversity and Autism.
- Ongoing learning: Providing the best possible care by committing to continuous education on the latest therapies and interventions for Autism.
Autism Services We Offer
Autism Diagnosis
A precise autism diagnosis is the main step to take towards better treatment and care. An autism specialist can properly give an accurate autism diagnosis through an extensive assessment process which includes:
- Detailed evaluations: Using scientifically proven methods and tools to undergo through the proper assessments for the most accurate diagnosis.
- Evidence-based analysis: Making sure that an accurate autism diagnosis goes through reliable diagnostic tools that are up to date with the latest methods and technology.
Autism Treatment Options
Our clinic offers many autism treatment options which can be tailored to meet the needs of any of our clients:
- Behavioral Therapy: Multiple autism therapy techniques such as Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) have a positive outcome in skill and behavioral development.
- Medication Management: Although we don’t manage medications directly from our clinic, we do offer referrals to those who may benefit from taking medications.
- Support Groups and Counseling: Even though we don’t have in-house support groups, we can refer our clients to support groups and give them additional resources.
Additional Support
In addition to an accurate autism diagnosis and direct autism treatment, we also provide support and other services for families:
- Family Therapy: Helping families with counseling and learning how to navigate the diverse nature of Autism effectively.
- Educational Resources: Providing families and those affected by autism accurate sources of information to better understand and manage Autism more effectively.
Success Stories and Testimonials
Patient Testimonials
Hearing the success stories from those that have benefited from our our services serves as a valuable insight to how we are able to help our clients:
Testimonial 1: “I was diagnosed with autism later in life. So, finding a place who could truly understand my condition was a huge relief. Cabot taught me many strategies that have improved my social and professional life alike. I can’t thank their autism specialist enough for their dedication and patience!” – Taylor
Testimonial 2: “For the first time, I finally felt heard and respected when I explained the situation with my daughter, Annie, who has been diagnosed with autism a year ago. The team we worked with gave us a ton of tools to work with. They even took the time to explain so much about autism I didn’t even know before. My child’s progress has been life night and day. I can’t be thankful. I couldn’t be happier. ” – Robert, father of a 10-year-old girl with Autism
Case Studies
Our case studies are proof of our successful outcomes from our tailored treatment plans as they demonstrate how effective neurodiversity affirming therapy can be.
Case Study 1: A nine-year old child was able to improve their sensory sensitivity and become less overwhelmed during sensory overload. This was effectively achieved through sensory integration therapy. Before this form of autism treatment, the child struggled with frequent meltdowns. With continuous therapy, the tolerance of the child for specific stimuli increased, thus leading to less meltdowns.
Case Study 2: An adult that was recently diagnosed with autism struggled to manage social situations and found it difficult to create meaningful and strong relationships. Because of this, they struggled with social anxiety and feeling judged. Through cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and social skills training with our team, they gained more confidence in their ability to communicate with others. In a year, the client reported a better understanding of social cues and improved interaction with her colleagues.
Why Choose Our Clinic?
Autism Affirming Care
Our autism-affirming clinic stands out for many reasons, making us the right choice for:
- Neurodiversity Affirming Therapy: Offering methods that backup and support neurodiversity, making sure all of our clients feel accepted and valued.
- Personalized care to meet specific needs: Providing a range of services that are carefully tailored to meet the needs and requirements of each of our clients.
Patient-Centric Services
Our autism clinic is committed to offering the best patient-centric services, which include:
- Flexible Appointment Scheduling: Available at different times of the day to accommodate different schedules.
- Telehealth Options: Offering online consultations for those that are unable to visit the clinic in person.
Client & family testimonials
"Sessions with Amanda are empowering.
—Kelly
"I have been a client of Cabot since the inception in 2010
—KM
"Cabot provides a welcoming and safe environment
—KG
How to Book an Appointment
Booking Process
Booking an appointment with us is a simple and convenient process. Our contact information such as our email, address and phone is easily accessible on our website. Here is a step-by step guide on how to reach out:
- Visit our website or call our clinic at (952) 831-2000.
- Select an appointment that best fits your schedule.
- Set a reminder on your calendar for the day and time you scheduled your appointment.
What to Expect
Upon booking an appointment with our autism clinic, understanding what comes next can help ease concerns and make the entire process smoother:
- Consultation process: When you first show up for your appointment, we will go through the entire consultation process to further understand your individual needs for us to come up with the best personalized care plan.
- Preparing for the first visit: We will let you set up your next appointment with us to start your visits. We’ll let you know how to prepare for the appointment to make sure you feel comfortable and ready.
FAQs Section
Common Questions About Autism and Our Services
Neurodivergent-Affirming Autism is an approach that accepts and values neurodivergent people of all backgrounds. This approach promotes a deep understanding of existing neurological conditions.
Avoid judgmental or any dismissive comments such as “everyone’s a little bit autistic” or “you don’t look autistic.” Instead be supportive and offer to know more about a person’s condition to better adapt to them.
Inclusive and respectful terms of affirming language in neurodiversity include words such as neurodiverse and neurotypical.
Behavioral interventions and Sensory integration therapies tend to be the best autism therapy options for many individuals. The form of therapy, however, varies from person to person based on their unique sets of strengths and challenges.
Conclusion
Our autism affirming clinic is dedicated to provide neurodivergent-affirming care for people with Autism. With the help of our team of qualified professionals, up to date tools and personalized care treatments, we strive to support our clients and their families in their journey.