How have you impacted Adam’s life? There are 3 areas that stand out to us and are in no particular order. Getting Adam to try any new foods outside his “home” foods continues to amaze us and we can’t help but shake our heads in bewilderment . Hands down you guys have gotten him to eat food we never could. Adam’s vocabulary has increased over 150 words when it comes to sign language. He continues to identify actions with words. Transitioning Adam to “big boy” underwear has been nothing short of amazing.
(read more)Autism Center in Portage, Michigan
2314 Helen Avenue Suite 200
Portage, MI 49002
(269) 359-0689
Lighthouse Autism Center is the only ABA center in southwest Michigan operated by an award-winning team with more than a decade of experience managing an autism center. Today, it’s the place to go for superior autism treatment from the highest-quality facility, staff, and ABA therapy in the area. Clients who come to us can expect personalized support from dedicated professionals who are committed to giving hope to children and their families.
Our applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy for autism is specifically aimed at helping children develop new skills, refine previously learned skills, and decrease socially significant problem behaviors. Designed and overseen by qualified and trained Board-certified behavioral analysts, our ABA therapy begins with detailed child assessments that allow us to set personalized goals and detailed instruction plans for each individual. In the therapy program, we continually collect data to see what is and isn’t working, and modify and adjust our approach to achieve the best possible outcomes.
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We've Been Where You Are
Owned and Operated by Parents of a Child with Autism
The founders of Lighthouse Autism Center, Gregg and Sandy Maggioli, have a son named Victor, who was diagnosed with autism in 2003. They understand firsthand the struggle that you go through as a parent when you are told that your child has autism.
Award-Winning Management
Recognized by the Autism Society of Indiana
The parents who founded Lighthouse Autism Center held a variety of positions at an ABA center in Carmel, Indiana until 2012. In 2011, that center was recognized by the Excellence in Direct Care Award by the Autism Society of Indiana.
Benefits of the ABA Therapy We Offer
If you are looking for a quality, intensive, center-based provider for autism behavioral therapy, Lighthouse Autism Center in Portage is your local resource. There are many benefits to children receiving ABA therapy from our certified BCBAs, such as:
- Customized therapy programs
- Treatment catered to each child’s unique skills, skill gaps, and caregiver input
- One-on-one interaction with a certified Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
- Days structured to provide planned and naturally occurring learning opportunities
- Development of skills for both structured and unstructured settings
- Training for parents, family members and caregivers
At Lighthouse Autism Center, we’ve made it our mission to bring quality autism therapy to this community. Our facility is parent-focused and operated by parents of children with autism. While we primarily specialize in center-based applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy for children with an autism diagnosis, we also offer speech therapy services from a speech language pathologist for children who receive ABA services and need this additional support.
Parent Testimonials
*These testimonials were not solicited by Lighthouse Autism Center.

Story of Success: Ian
Then...
- Average of 50 minutes of noncompliance each day
- Lacked ability to recall information and follow directions
- He did not engage his family or peers
Now...
- Average of less than 10 minutes of noncompliance per day
- He mastered 1-, 2- and 3- step instructions
- Ian independently greets his peers, family, and teachers