10 resources for Care Team
The honest, practical guide to finding OT, SLP, and ABA therapists for a child with autism or ADHD — including why the usual search methods fail, how to work the waitlist system, and what to look for before you commit.
A practical guide to turning a collection of providers into a coordinated care team — covering communication, school advocacy, documentation, and how to sustain the work over the long journey ahead.
OT, PT, and speech therapy all serve different purposes. This guide explains what each addresses for autism and ADHD, how to determine what your child needs, and how to sequence when you can't start everything at once.
Finding a good OT for a child with autism or ADHD takes more than a Google search. This guide covers where to look, what to ask, how to evaluate fit, and how to manage the waitlist reality.
Finding a good SLP for a child with autism or ADHD is harder than it should be. This guide covers what speech therapy actually addresses, how to find qualified providers, what to ask, and how to navigate the waitlist.
Therapy waitlists for autism and ADHD run 6 to 12 months in most markets. This guide gives you a concrete, step-by-step strategy for getting on waitlists earlier, moving up faster, and staying productive while you wait.
How do you know when a therapist isn't working for your child? This guide covers green flags, red flags, how long to give a new therapist, and how to switch without losing ground.
Most autism and ADHD therapies are covered by insurance—but the details vary significantly. Here's what the law requires, what's typically covered, and how to navigate denials.
Before you commit to a therapist, ask these questions. A provider interview checklist for parents of children with autism or ADHD—covering experience, goals, communication, and logistics.
Telehealth therapy for autism and ADHD: what the research says, when it works well, when to push for in-person, and how to evaluate a remote provider before committing.
The honest, practical guide to finding OT, SLP, and ABA therapists for a child with autism or ADHD — including why the usual search methods fail, how to work the waitlist system, and what to look for before you commit.
A practical guide to turning a collection of providers into a coordinated care team — covering communication, school advocacy, documentation, and how to sustain the work over the long journey ahead.