Leading ABA Therapy Center for Preschool Children with Autism in Oak Lawn and Hickory Hills

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What Parents Say About Stride

- Jeri M.

“The instructors at Stride are Spectacular at what they do. They have taken my once uncontrollable child and taught transitions between different activities, being around other children without the need to physically attack them and interacting with others in an appropriate manner. They have taught my child to recognize the alphabet, numbers, shapes and colors. My child is not very verbal but they have working the communication device like a wizard. I am so proud of what they have accomplished with my child in a years time.”

- Dijana C.

“The services and support our daughter received while at Stride were life changing for her. She acquired skills that will allow her to live a safe and independent life. She made her first group of friends and met her best friend at Stride. The therapists love these kids and pour everything into them to help them succeed! I couldn’t have asked for a better “family” and support provider for our daughter.”

- Pakou R.

“This ABA center has been a life changer for my girls and me. My daughter has been there for a year now and we have seen her improved drastically. She loves going to Stride and the staffs are very friendly and knowledgeable. We are so thankful to have found a place where our girls can feel safe being themselves and have fun learning and developing new skills. I also like the fact that Stride has security cameras everywhere all their rooms are always open. I would highly recommend this place!”

- Meg S.

“Our son was 4.5 yro when he started Stride. He was not potty trained, didn’t speak functionally, could not communicate what he wanted and would lash out and have meltdowns daily. He is now 5.5 yro and he is fully potty trained, he can ask for what he wants, he can tell you what he doesn’t want. He is getting help with his hand washing fear. They have helped with self care and his ability to stand having his hair cut. He doesn’t have many meltdowns as of late and has stopped lashing out. Stride is amazing, they communicate with us and work with us to help keep things consistent for our son. Highly recommend!”

- Samantha B.

“Since starting at the Center less then 6 months ago, we have seen tremendous growth in our son. With the help of staff we have set specific goals and watched our son reach them. Hearing our son responded with a “yes”, learn his birthday, participate in art activities, and build relationships with the staff brings me so much joy… The best part is how much our son loves Stride and wants to go. I feel truly blessed to have found a ABA Therapy program that provides quality therapy, in every aspect. To say I am likely to referrer someone to Stride is an understatement. Families that have children on the spectrum need a resource like Stride”

- Joslyn T.

“Before coming to Stride we would have long periods of uncontrollable and heartbreaking meltdowns from our daughter who is non-verbal autistic and developmentally delayed… Now in just under a year our daughter is communicating with great nonverbal skills, sign language, and a communication devise! She walks holding hands, sits at a table, will respond to her name, give hugs and has started to give kisses! She can be redirected with little to no frustration and has started potty training!! …I went from fears of how I will ever be able to give her the best life ever to seeing it unfold before me. I cannot thank the wonderful staff at Stride enough for helping my family.”

- Taylor C.

“Stride has been nothing but great since my son has started attending over a year ago. He has done speech therapy since he was 1 but ever since he started ABA Therapy at Stride there has been a night and day difference! My son has continuously grown and has hit all of his goals and is so so smart and has learned so many things… I believe he will be set up to have a great future thanks to the commitment of the staff here… I would recommend Stride to anyone who is looking for services for their child. They go above and beyond for these children… and it shows!”

- Monica J.

“This School is AWESOME!!! My son is 3 yrs old, non verbal and hyper … My son was scared to go out of the house and meet new people and from being here he has done a whole 360 willing to play with children and loves the staff. He is just eager to attend school daily which is a big change for a child that is autistic… They have daily report which tell you when your child ate, when they change their diaper, what activities they did and how they felt throughout the day which gives me a piece of mind… Thanks to the CEO that made stride happen I greatly appreciate it from the bottom of my heart ”

- Kate O.

“Recommend this clinic to any and all families with a child diagnosed with Autism. The BCBAs and RBTs are absolutely wonderful and have played such a huge part in our son’s development. He started the program non-speaking and now is verbal, learning 30 + words within 6 months of being at Stride! Truly a great company and organization to collaborate with when supporting your child on the spectrum. Forever grateful they have been apart of our journey!”

- Hannah B.

“Stride has helped my son grow into such an empowered and happily independent child. The level of care the staff provides for all of the children is so heart felt it has brought tears to the eye, they care so much about each and every child in attendance… My son was near nonverbal before starting at Stride, really only involved in side by side play, had a ton of food adversities. He now talks so well, loves playing and interacting with others, and is way more interested in trying new foods… Our entire family is so thankful to have found Stride Autism Centers.”

- Lei A.

“My daughter is excited to go here -which speaks volumes. She has hit every goal that we have set for her. My goals for my daughter before kindergarten were to be fully potty trained and able to tell me how her day was (those who, what, where, when, and why questions). Her goals now are focused on social skills and transitioning. The ABA therapist offered to help with the IEP meeting with the school and even asked to attend the first couple days of school to make sure she does well. THEY CARE and they are patient and friendly. I have already recommended this place to family and friends in need of the services.”

- Crystal H.

“Our 4 year old son began attending Stride almost 5 months ago. He was diagnoses with moderate/severe Autism, and within just the past 5 months his communication, peer interaction, etc. have increased tremendously. We attribute that to the amazing therapists and resources Stride Autism Center offers on a daily basis. He attends 8 hours per day, 5 days per week and it was the best thing we could have ever done for him. I can’t wait to see how much he has grown by this time next year! Thank you to our lead therapist Chelsey and all of the amazing staff with Stride!”

- Jeri M.

“The instructors at Stride are Spectacular at what they do. They have taken my once uncontrollable child and taught transitions between different activities, being around other children without the need to physically attack them and interacting with others in an appropriate manner. They have taught my child to recognize the alphabet, numbers, shapes and colors. My child is not very verbal but they have working the communication device like a wizard. I am so proud of what they have accomplished with my child in a years time.”

- Dijana C.

“The services and support our daughter received while at Stride were life changing for her. She acquired skills that will allow her to live a safe and independent life. She made her first group of friends and met her best friend at Stride. The therapists love these kids and pour everything into them to help them succeed! I couldn’t have asked for a better “family” and support provider for our daughter.”

- Pakou R.

“This ABA center has been a life changer for my girls and me. My daughter has been there for a year now and we have seen her improved drastically. She loves going to Stride and the staffs are very friendly and knowledgeable. We are so thankful to have found a place where our girls can feel safe being themselves and have fun learning and developing new skills. I also like the fact that Stride has security cameras everywhere all their rooms are always open. I would highly recommend this place!”

- Meg S.

“Our son was 4.5 yro when he started Stride. He was not potty trained, didn’t speak functionally, could not communicate what he wanted and would lash out and have meltdowns daily. He is now 5.5 yro and he is fully potty trained, he can ask for what he wants, he can tell you what he doesn’t want. He is getting help with his hand washing fear. They have helped with self care and his ability to stand having his hair cut. He doesn’t have many meltdowns as of late and has stopped lashing out. Stride is amazing, they communicate with us and work with us to help keep things consistent for our son. Highly recommend!”

- Samantha B.

“Since starting at the Center less then 6 months ago, we have seen tremendous growth in our son. With the help of staff we have set specific goals and watched our son reach them. Hearing our son responded with a “yes”, learn his birthday, participate in art activities, and build relationships with the staff brings me so much joy… The best part is how much our son loves Stride and wants to go. I feel truly blessed to have found a ABA Therapy program that provides quality therapy, in every aspect. To say I am likely to referrer someone to Stride is an understatement. Families that have children on the spectrum need a resource like Stride”

- Joslyn T.

“Before coming to Stride we would have long periods of uncontrollable and heartbreaking meltdowns from our daughter who is non-verbal autistic and developmentally delayed… Now in just under a year our daughter is communicating with great nonverbal skills, sign language, and a communication devise! She walks holding hands, sits at a table, will respond to her name, give hugs and has started to give kisses! She can be redirected with little to no frustration and has started potty training!! …I went from fears of how I will ever be able to give her the best life ever to seeing it unfold before me. I cannot thank the wonderful staff at Stride enough for helping my family.”

- Taylor C.

“Stride has been nothing but great since my son has started attending over a year ago. He has done speech therapy since he was 1 but ever since he started ABA Therapy at Stride there has been a night and day difference! My son has continuously grown and has hit all of his goals and is so so smart and has learned so many things… I believe he will be set up to have a great future thanks to the commitment of the staff here… I would recommend Stride to anyone who is looking for services for their child. They go above and beyond for these children… and it shows!”

- Monica J.

“This School is AWESOME!!! My son is 3 yrs old, non verbal and hyper … My son was scared to go out of the house and meet new people and from being here he has done a whole 360 willing to play with children and loves the staff. He is just eager to attend school daily which is a big change for a child that is autistic… They have daily report which tell you when your child ate, when they change their diaper, what activities they did and how they felt throughout the day which gives me a piece of mind… Thanks to the CEO that made stride happen I greatly appreciate it from the bottom of my heart ”

- Kate O.

“Recommend this clinic to any and all families with a child diagnosed with Autism. The BCBAs and RBTs are absolutely wonderful and have played such a huge part in our son’s development. He started the program non-speaking and now is verbal, learning 30 + words within 6 months of being at Stride! Truly a great company and organization to collaborate with when supporting your child on the spectrum. Forever grateful they have been apart of our journey!”

- Hannah B.

“Stride has helped my son grow into such an empowered and happily independent child. The level of care the staff provides for all of the children is so heart felt it has brought tears to the eye, they care so much about each and every child in attendance… My son was near nonverbal before starting at Stride, really only involved in side by side play, had a ton of food adversities. He now talks so well, loves playing and interacting with others, and is way more interested in trying new foods… Our entire family is so thankful to have found Stride Autism Centers.”

- Lei A.

“My daughter is excited to go here -which speaks volumes. She has hit every goal that we have set for her. My goals for my daughter before kindergarten were to be fully potty trained and able to tell me how her day was (those who, what, where, when, and why questions). Her goals now are focused on social skills and transitioning. The ABA therapist offered to help with the IEP meeting with the school and even asked to attend the first couple days of school to make sure she does well. THEY CARE and they are patient and friendly. I have already recommended this place to family and friends in need of the services.”

- Crystal H.

“Our 4 year old son began attending Stride almost 5 months ago. He was diagnoses with moderate/severe Autism, and within just the past 5 months his communication, peer interaction, etc. have increased tremendously. We attribute that to the amazing therapists and resources Stride Autism Center offers on a daily basis. He attends 8 hours per day, 5 days per week and it was the best thing we could have ever done for him. I can’t wait to see how much he has grown by this time next year! Thank you to our lead therapist Chelsey and all of the amazing staff with Stride!”

- Jeri M.

“The instructors at Stride are Spectacular at what they do. They have taken my once uncontrollable child and taught transitions between different activities, being around other children without the need to physically attack them and interacting with others in an appropriate manner. They have taught my child to recognize the alphabet, numbers, shapes and colors. My child is not very verbal but they have working the communication device like a wizard. I am so proud of what they have accomplished with my child in a years time.”

- Dijana C.

“The services and support our daughter received while at Stride were life changing for her. She acquired skills that will allow her to live a safe and independent life. She made her first group of friends and met her best friend at Stride. The therapists love these kids and pour everything into them to help them succeed! I couldn’t have asked for a better “family” and support provider for our daughter.”

- Pakou R.

“This ABA center has been a life changer for my girls and me. My daughter has been there for a year now and we have seen her improved drastically. She loves going to Stride and the staffs are very friendly and knowledgeable. We are so thankful to have found a place where our girls can feel safe being themselves and have fun learning and developing new skills. I also like the fact that Stride has security cameras everywhere all their rooms are always open. I would highly recommend this place!”

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of families feel the Stride programming was beneficial to their child’s communication skills, play skills, and school readiness

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of families are likely to recommend Stride to other families

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of parents feel they are invited to be an active participant in their child’s treatment

97.8%

of parents are comfortable communicating with the Stride team about questions/concerns

Hickory Hills Location

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9620 S Roberts Rd, Hickory Hills, IL 60457

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What is ABA Therapy?

Rеgardеd as thе most еffеctivе and rigorously rеsеarchеd trеatmеnt for autism, Appliеd Bеhavior Analysis (ABA) has rеcеivеd еndorsеmеnts from lеading U.S. mеdical organizations and thе Surgеon General. Data amassеd over many years indicates that еarly intеrvеntion with
ABA thеrapy can lеad to:

Notablе improvеmеnts in IQ and adaptivе skills
Rеductions in difficult behaviors and social difficulties
A higher chance of successful intеgration into mainstrеam еducation

Hеrе at Stride Autism Centers, wе arе committed to creating lasting impacts for thе lеarnеr and thеir family. Our Board Cеrtifiеd Bеhavior Analysts (BCBAs), having undergone 2,000 hours of training and comprehensive academic prеparation, manage еvеry facet of your child’s trеatmеnt.

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Who We Are

At Stride, we are deeply committed to serving the Oak Lawn and Hickory Hills communities with best-in-class ABA therapy services. Our focus lies in helping children with autism reach their full potential through individualized Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy.

We understand the unique challenges faced by families seeking support for their children with autism, and our dedicated team is here to provide the compassionate care needed to promote their growth and independence.

ABA Therapy in Oak Lawn and Hickory Hills

Our program combines the power of both structured one-on-one therapy and naturalistic group activities to create a comprehensive learning experience

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One-on-One Therapy

Individualized goals tailored to each child’s needs
Focused on self-care, communication, behavior reduction, and more
Personalized attention to maximize progress

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Naturalistic Group Activities

Emphasis on play and social interactions
Crucial for school readiness, adolescent development, and adulthood
Provides opportunities for peer socialization

Group activities offer opportunities for children to socialize with their peers and are uniquely possible within a center-based environment.

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Personalized Programs

Each child at Stride receives a highly customized program, meticulously developed by our Board Certified Behavior Analysts. Additionally, the program is overseen by thought leaders in the field of ABA, Clinical Psychologists,
and clinicians with decades of experience to ensure Stride delivers the best possible outcomes for the families we serve.

Discover How Stride Can Make a Difference

Understanding thе challеngеs families oftеn еncountеr whilе sееking propеr carе and thеrapy for childrеn with autism, wе еxtеnd complеtе support. We’re committed to providing еxpеrt help that empowers your child through spеcializеd ABA thеrapy programs.

Tailored ABA Therapy Programs

Our compassionatе and sеasonеd board-certified thеrapists curatе individualizеd ABA programs that address thе distinct nееds of your child. Wе uphold a client-cеntеrеd approach, offеring customizеd carе.

Nurturing Environment

Wе’vе created a comforting and reassuring atmosphere where children can feel sеcurе while they grow, lеarn, and mastеr lifе skills.

Community Engagement

Stride is more than a thеrapy cеntеr; wе’rе an active part of thе Oak Lawn and Hickory Hills communities. Our focus еxtеnds to raising awareness about autism and еncouraging a more inclusivе society.

Board-Certified Expert Guidance

With a tеam of highly еxpеriеncеd thеrapists, we stay at the forefront of the latеst research and еvidеncе-basеd practices to еnsurе optimal outcomes for your child.

Conveniently Located

Situatеd in Hickory Hills, Stridе is idеally locatеd for familiеs in Hickory Hills, Oak Lawn, and surrounding arеas, sеrving as a dеpеndablе resource for exceptional ABA thеrapy sеrvicеs.

Looking for ABA Therapy
in Oak Lawn, IL?

We are proud providers of ABA therapy in Hickory Hills and Oak Lawn. Our team comprises highly-trained and compassionate professionals, dedicated to your child’s success. At our Hickory Hills center, we specialize in crafting personalized ABA therapy programs that empower children with autism to achieve their potential.

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What to Expect

We understand that receiving an autism diagnosis for your child can be overwhelming. At Stride, our team of clinicians is here to support you every step of the way, from understanding the diagnosis to starting an effective therapy program. We are committed to helping you navigate this journey with compassion and expertise.

Here’s a Step-by-Step Guide to Our Process at Stride:

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Give Us a Call or Submit our Online Form

Give us a call at Stride or submit our online form, and our staff will be ready to assist you. Whether you have questions or are ready to schedule a free consultation, we’re here to help. Call us at (312) 554-5578

Free Consultation

During the free consultation, one of our experienced intake specialists will take the time to understand your child’s unique needs, answer any questions you have, and guide you through our enrollment process.

Insurance Support

From verifying your benefits to securing authorization, we’ll ensure a smooth experience, so you can focus on your child’s well-being.

Personalized Treatment Plan

Our board-certified staff will conduct a comprehensive assessment. Through observation, play, and conversation, we’ll get to know your child better and design an individualized ABA therapy program tailored to their needs.

ABA Program Begins

Your child’s ABA therapy journey starts with our dedicated team, closely monitoring their progress.

At Stride Autism Centers, we are dedicated to providing top-quality ABA services, empowering your child to reach their fullest potential. Take the first step towards a brighter future by contacting us today.

News & Insights

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October 19, 2023

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ABA Therapy in Oak Lawn and Hickory Hills, IL

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ABA Therapy?

ABA Therapy, or Applied Behavior Analysis Therapy, is a scientifically proven and highly effective approach for individuals with autism. It focuses on identifying and modifying behaviors to promote positive skills and reduce challenging behaviors. At Stride Autism Centers, we create personalized ABA programs tailored to each child's unique needs, helping them reach their full potential in communication, socialization, self-care, and more.

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