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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.

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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 […]

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02/04/2025

Navigating School Schedules for Autistic Children Needing ABA Therapy in Michigan

This blog provides guidance on navigating school schedules for autistic children who need ABA therapy and offers tips for working with Individualized Education Program (IEP) teams to prioritize this vital intervention, including accommodating center-based ABA therapy during school hours. Balancing school schedules and therapy sessions can be challenging for parents of children with autism. Applied […]

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02/04/2025

Lighthouse Autism Center Staff Spotlight: Dajah Robinson

This Month’s Lighthouse Legend: Dajah Robinson Dajah joined LAC in March 2023 and has made significant strides in her professional journey. Starting as a Trainee, she is currently in the process of transitioning to a Level 3 Lead RBT. Dajah is also pursuing a degree at Ivy Tech, furthering her education while excelling in her […]

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01/06/2025

Lighthouse Autism Center Staff Spotlight: Kelli Steinbuck-Sunderman

This Month’s Lighthouse Legend: Kelli Steinbuck-Sunderman, Program Manager at LAC Anderson Kelli is currently a Program Manager at Lighthouse Autism Center in Anderson, a role she has held since transitioning from a Senior Therapist. She began her career at Lighthouse in October 2019 as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) and worked her way up. Kelli […]

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12/16/2024

LAC Opens New Center in Cedar Rapids, Iowa

ABA Therapy Center is Now Open in Cedar Rapids, Iowa Lighthouse Autism Center (LAC) continues its remarkable expansion, now boasting a network of centers across five states. What began with a humble commitment to serve just four families in a single building has grown exponentially over the past decade, now providing invaluable support to hundreds […]

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12/09/2024

Lighthouse Autism Center Staff Spotlight: Staci Jesuit

This Month’s Lighthouse Legend: Staci Jesuit Staci began her journey at Lighthouse Autism Center in Warsaw on November 23, 2020, and currently serves as an RBT Trainer. Prior to this, she was a Senior Therapist before transitioning to her current role. Staci holds an associate degree in Baking and Pastry from Ivy Tech, but her […]

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12/06/2024

Social Skills Deficits – Lighthouse Autism Center

Autistic children often experience social interactions differently, processing social cues and conventions in unique ways and struggling with the basic social skills many of us take for granted. This blog explores how social deficits can affect their daily lives, from communication struggles to peer interactions, and steps parents and caregivers can take to help their […]

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12/06/2024

Understanding & Using AAC Devices – Lighthouse Autism Center

Communication is a vital part of our daily lives. For those who have difficulty with vocal speech, Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) can be a useful tool. AAC devices can help both children and adults with speech difficulties express themselves, connect with others, and improve their independence. Read this blog for a deep dive into […]

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12/06/2024

Safe Activities for Autistic Children – Lighthouse Autism Center

Safety is a prominent concern for any parent or caregiver of every child regardless of being on the autism spectrum.

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12/06/2024

Common Acronyms Used With Autism – Lighthouse Autism Center 

If your child receives an autism diagnosis, you may encounter many unfamiliar acronyms in medical reports, therapy plans, and educational documents. Understanding these terms and abbreviations can not only help you; it can help you support and advocate for your autistic child. Here’s a guide to the most common acronyms you’ll encounter in autism care […]

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12/06/2024

How Long Does ABA Therapy Take? – Lighthouse Autism Center

We take a look at the recommended amount of time children should spend in ABA therapy and the timeline for how long autism therapy can continue. My Child & Autism: How Long is Autism Therapy? One of the most common questions parents ask when approaching the idea of ABA therapy for kids is, “How long […]

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12/03/2024

Lighthouse Autism Center is Expanding to Hobart and La Porte, Indiana

Lighthouse Autism Center (LAC) is excited to announce its continued growth with the opening of two new centers in Indiana—one in Hobart and one in La Porte—scheduled for the spring of 2024. From our beginnings serving a small number of families to now reaching communities across multiple states, we have experienced significant growth and are […]

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11/20/2024

What is Stimming In Autism? – Lighthouse Autism Center

Stimming is a self-stimulatory behavior common in autistic children. In this blog, we examine stimming in more detail: what causes it, how to manage it, and why children engage in these repetitive behaviors.  What is Stimming, and Why Does My Autistic Child Stim? What is stimming?  Stimming, short for self-stimulatory behavior, refers to repetitive actions […]

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