Lighthouse Blog Articles - Page 19
Discover valuable insights and heartfelt stories from our dedicated team, as well as contributions from experts in the field. We explore the nuances of ABA therapy services and successful strategies implemented at our center for autism to provide you and your family with the support needed to help your child shine.
At Lighthouse Autism Center, we're committed to offering the highest quality ABA therapy for children, tailored to meet the individual needs of each and every family we serve. Join us as we share in your family's journey, offering advice, encouragement, and the latest in autism news and education.
08/13/2025
ABA Therapy Tips for Taking Your Autistic Child to the Dentist
Taking Your Autistic Child to the Dentist For any child, and even adults, a trip to the dentist can often be filled with anxiety, fear, and discomfort. For a autistic child, especially, these feelings can be even further heightened by sensitivities to noise, smell, and touch. To make this experience better for both the child […]
06/30/2022
Sensory-Friendly Tips for Children with Autism on July 4th
Holidays in general can be overwhelming and overstimulating for children with autism.
06/27/2022
Autism Signs in Infants
We take a look at the most common autism symptoms in babies and toddlers, and the importance of getting children diagnosed as early as possible.
06/21/2022
How Autism Can Help You Land a Job
Some employers increasingly are viewing autism as an asset and not a deficiency in the workplace.
06/21/2022
Impact of Dropping Asperger’s from the DSM-V
Asperger’s Syndrome Falls Under Category of ASD in DSM-V A big change is about to take place in the soon to be released Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, more commonly known as the DSM-V. Asperger’s syndrome has dropped from the manual and instead it will fall under the category of Autism Spectrum Disorders […]
06/20/2022
Children with Autism: Boys Verses Girls
Autism Spectrum Disorder: Boys Verses Girls According to the CDC, boys are four times more likely to be diagnosed with autism than girls. But does this mean that boys are more likely to have autism or does this mean that girls are just being underdiagnosed or misdiagnosed? Signs of autism in girls can be easily […]
06/17/2022
The “Proof is in the Paddington”
Autism Success Stories: The “Proof is in the Paddington” This week, Lighthouse Fusion Director, Janine Shapiro, CCC-SLP/BCBA, and Lighthouse Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Jessica McCuen, traveled to London. Tourist sightseeing, international cuisine, and West End shows were not on the itinerary. Instead, the focus was Hannah*, a doe-eyed, 5-year-old girl with autism secondary to a […]
06/16/2022
Meet Janine Shapiro, M.S., CCC SLP-BCBA
Meet Janine Shapiro: Director of Lighthouse Fusion™ What made you decide on a career in therapy? I have two younger siblings who presented with developmental speech disorders. I grew up in clinical waiting rooms! My parents had enormous respect and gratitude towards my brothers’ speech therapist; she was a hero in our house! What inspires/drives you? […]
06/06/2022
Lighthouse Autism Center Opens New Center in Portage, Indiana!
ABA Therapy Center is Now Open in Portage, Indiana! Lighthouse Autism Center (LAC) continues to expand autism clinics, with a network of centers in now, three states – quite a journey from its humble beginnings serving four families in one building to now serving hundreds of families across three states for nearly a decade, it’s […]
06/03/2022
Lighthouse Fusion ™: Meeting the Child Where They Are Most Engaged
Meeting the Child Where They Are Most Engaged Play-based ABA Therapy Lighthouse Autism Center offers beautiful, play-based environments. With an innovative ABA therapy model called Lighthouse Fusion ™, children make greater progress, faster, all while having fun. Together speech and ABA fuse into one comprehensive program. Children are immersed in imaginary spaces where they can […]
05/25/2022
Lighthouse Fusion ™: Fusing Together ABA and Speech Therapy
Fusing ABA and Speech Into One Enhanced Therapy Solution Lighthouse Fusion ™ was developed by a team of dually certified clinicians at Lighthouse Autism Center is an enhanced therapy solution that blends the best practices of ABA and speech therapies into one comprehensive program. At Lighthouse, we are committed to bringing together compassionate care and […]
05/12/2022
Setting a Strong Foundation, the Lighthouse Way – Meet Leila Allen
Leila Tells Us About Her Time at Lighthouse In May of 2022, Lighthouse Autism Center is celebrating 10 years of business. This would not be possible without our tenured staff. These individuals helped build a strong foundation for Lighthouse Autism Center and continue to bring compassion and expertise every day! They have paved a path […]
05/12/2022
Setting a Strong Foundation, the Lighthouse Way – Meet Melissa Williams
Meet Melissa Williams In May of 2022, Lighthouse Autism Center is celebrating 10 years of business. This would not be possible without our tenured staff. These individuals helped build a strong foundation for Lighthouse Autism Center and continue to bring compassion and expertise every day! They have paved a path for an inspiring future of […]
