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Mobile Therapy Centers Offers Animal-assisted Therapy At The Libertyville Clinic!
April 12, 2024 mtcus
Animal-Assisted Therapy incorporates a trained therapy animal and a licensed therapist to best support your child’s functional participation in daily activities. Our Focus Our therapy animal team works together to enhance traditional therapeutic outcomes through structured and goal-centered treatment plans. Our Support Animal-Assisted Therapy Sessions begin June 2024! Any questions, please contact: Elaina PagliaruloAACOTA/L, AAT […]
Different Types of Autism: Understanding the Spectrum Disorder
April 5, 2024 mtcus
Different Types of Autism: Understanding the Spectrum Disorder Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex neurodevelopmental condition characterized by varying patterns of communication, social interactions, and behaviors. Considered a spectrum, ASD encompasses a range of conditions previously understood as separate disorders, such as classic Autism, Asperger’s Syndrome, and Pervasive Developmental Disorder-Not Otherwise Specified. The term […]
Understanding Autism: Building Awareness and Support
April 3, 2024 mtcus
Understanding Autism: Building Awareness and Support Introduction: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex neurodevelopmental condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide. Despite its prevalence, misconceptions and misunderstandings about Autism persist. As a multidisciplinary clinic, Mobile Therapy Centers is committed to supporting individuals with Autism, helping to promote awareness and understanding within our communities. In […]
Managing Autism Meltdowns: Strategies for Soothing and Prevention
March 28, 2024 mtcus
Managing Autism Meltdowns: Strategies for Soothing and Prevention Understanding and managing Autism meltdowns is critical for improving the quality of life for individuals on the Autism spectrum and for those who support them. Meltdowns are intense reactions to overwhelming situations and are not purposeful behaviors or tantrums designed to elicit a response. They occur when […]
How Does Autism Affect Development: Understanding the Impacts on Growth and Learning
March 28, 2024 mtcus
How Does Autism Affect Development: Understanding the Impacts on Growth and Learning Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) significantly influences various aspects of development, including social interaction, communication, and behavior. Characterized by a broad range of symptoms and levels of impairment, ASD affects individuals differently, which makes understanding its impact on development a complex topic. Individuals with […]
Helping a Child with Autism Communicate: Strategies for Enhancing Interaction
March 28, 2024 mtcus
Helping a Child with Autism Communicate: Strategies for Enhancing Interaction Communicating effectively is a critical aspect of a child’s development, yet for children with Autism, this can often be a challenge. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) presents a wide range of communication abilities, from those who are nonverbal to those who might speak fluently, but have […]
March 17, 2024 mtcus
Raquel Roos M.A. BCBA VP of Development & GrowthBoard Certified Behavior Analyst Raquel is the VP of Development & Growth for MTC. She used to be an intern at MTC while in high school and college. She received a Bachelor’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders at the University of Iowa in 2014. In 2015, Raquel graduated with a […]
March 17, 2024 mtcus
Nicole Fauquier M.A. CCC-SLP/L COOSpeech/Language Pathologist Nicole is the COO for MTC. She has been with MTC since 2008. She received her Bachelor’s degree from Rutgers University in 1994 and a Master’s degree in 1996 from the State University of New York. Nicole earned her Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association […]
Autism and Stress Management: Effective Coping Strategies Across Various Settings
March 8, 2024 mtcus
Autism and Stress Management: Effective Coping Strategies Across Various Settings For individuals on the Autism Spectrum, stress is a common and sometimes overwhelming experience. How stress manifests can vary widely from person to person, but it often significantly impacts daily functioning. Individuals with Autism may perceive and process sensory information differently, leading to heightened responses […]
Elaina is a part of our MTC Occupational Therapy Department and received an education from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, McHenry County College, and Husson University. She has a strong passion for working with both animals and children. Elaina has always wanted to incorporate both of these passions into her career and is incredibly excited to bring Animal-Assisted Therapy (AAT) to Mobile Therapy Centers!
Rocky is an Australian Mountain Doodle who loves to learn, play, and meet new people. Rocky joined our MTC team when he was just 8 weeks old and has been training to support the clients of MTC from day one. His kind and loving nature makes him the perfect match for Animal-Assisted Therapy, and Rocky can not wait to meet all his new friends through the MTC AAT program!