Lighthouse Autism Center Blog

Lighthouse Autism Center has a team of dual-certified clinicians who are Board Certified Behavior Analysts and speech-language pathologists. These experts ensure every learner receives exceptional treatment. Explore benefits of dual certification, types available, and the qualifications required.  How Does Dual Certification Benefit Learners at Lighthouse? Dual certification in any healthcare field is an impressive accomplishment […]

Sydney’s Lighthouse Autism Center Journey Sydney is the Executive Administrative Assistant and has been with Lighthouse Autism Center since January of 2022. She graduated from Valparaiso University in 2018 with a Bachelor’s in English. She also minored in Spanish and music performance. Her favorite things to do outside of work are to read, cycle, play […]

Raising autistic children can be challenging, with parents experiencing higher than usual stress levels. This, in turn, impacts mental and physical health, making it crucial to understand and address common stressors in parents of autistic children. How Can Parents of Autistic Children Reduce Their Stress? Parenting can be quite a challenging journey, and when it […]

Understanding the stages of speech development, the impact of autism on speech development and providing appropriate support and interventions can empower autistic children to reach their full communication potential, enriching their lives and those of their families. First Word Milestones and What They Mean to Some Families First word milestones represent a breakthrough in overcoming […]

ABA Therapy Center is Now Open in Davenport, Iowa Lighthouse Autism Center (LAC) continues to expand, now with a network of centers in four states – quite a journey from its humble beginnings serving four families in one building to now serving hundreds of families across four states for over a decade. It is truly […]

Meet Lighthouse Autism Center’s Staff Spotlight of the Month: Kiah Kiah is a Registered Behavior Technician Trainer at our Columbus Center and has been with Lighthouse Autism Center since December of 2021. She graduated from Purdue University Columbus with a Bachelors degree in Psychology. Kiah enjoys yoga, hiking, and spending time with her dog, Charlie. […]

Lighthouse Autism Center is Expanding Services in Warsaw, Indiana Lighthouse Autism Center (LAC) continues to expand, now with a network of centers in four states – quite a journey from its humble beginnings serving four families in one building to now serving hundreds of families across four states for over a decade. It is truly […]

ABA Therapy Center is Now Open in Springfield, Illinois Lighthouse Autism Center (LAC) continues to expand, now with a network of centers in four states – quite a journey from its humble beginnings serving four families in one building to now serving hundreds of families across four states for over a decade. It is truly […]

Early detection of ASD and early application of ABA therapy can positively impact your autistic child’s quality of life. Parents are encouraged to act quickly to get the full benefit of ABA and give their children the best opportunity to develop their social, behavioral, and communication skills. The Benefits of Early Intervention and Full-Time ABA […]

Congratulations to our 2023 Autism Awareness Scholarship Recipient In 2020, Lighthouse Autism Center established the Lighthouse Autism Center Autism Awareness scholarship. This scholarship is intended to provide financial assistance to an individual enrolled at a college or university as an undergraduate student in their junior or senior year, preferably in an area that we currently […]

Leading ABA Provider Sponsors Sensory Room at The CASIE Center to help support children on the autism spectrum. Lighthouse Autism Center, a leading provider of center-based, Applied Behavior Analysis (“ABA”) therapy, announced on Monday a new partnership with the CASIE Center.  Beginning in May, all families who attend The CASIE Center will now have access to a […]