June 20, 2024 mtcus
ABA Therapy for Twice-Exceptional Children: Identifying and Supporting Talent and Disability in Clarksville and Franklin, Tennessee with MTC Raising a twice-exceptional child who is both gifted and has a disability like autism poses unique challenges and opportunities. These children, often referred to as “2e,” require specialized support to nurture their high abilities while addressing the […]
June 13, 2024 mtcus
Boosting Preschoolers’ Skills: Animal-Assisted Therapy & Occupational Therapy in Libertyville, Illinois In Libertyville, Illinois, Mobile Therapy Centers (MTC) aims to incorporate Animal-Assisted Therapy (AAT) into Occupational Therapy (OT) for preschoolers. OT is designed to support clients’ functional participation in their daily routines and activities, focusing on essential skills such as functional play skills, school readiness, […]
June 4, 2024 mtcus
Can a Child Recover from Autism? Exploring Preschool Therapy, Family Involvement & MTC Programs in Tennessee and Illinois The journey of raising a child with Autism can be challenging, yet it is filled with potential for remarkable growth and development. Early Intervention, specifically for preschool-aged children, is crucial in enabling them to make significant progress […]
Can Autism Be Cured? Exploring Management and Preschool Therapy Success
June 4, 2024 mtcus
Can Autism Be Cured? Exploring Management and Preschool Therapy Success Autism, also known as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by a wide range of symptoms and severity levels. The question of whether Autism can be cured has been a subject of debate and emotional discussions among experts, parents, and individuals affected […]
June 4, 2024 mtcus
Exploring the Landscape of Autism Treatments: Comprehensive Approaches for All Ages and Mobile Therapy Centers Services Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex condition that affects people of all ages and comes in many forms. For years, researchers and healthcare professionals have been on a quest for a cure, exploring early treatment options and investigating […]
May 31, 2024 mtcus
Animal-Assisted Therapy (AAT) Animal-Assisted Therapy (AAT) is a goal-centered treatment in which a trained therapy animal team supports a child’s functional participation in daily activities. Throughout this treatment process, a therapy dog and a licensed therapist work together to support the achievement of measurable goals through a therapeutic treatment plan. This goal-centered treatment is individualized […]
Legislation and Policy Impacting Autism Therapy: Navigating Services and Advocacy in Illinois
May 26, 2024 mtcus
Legislation and Policy Impacting Autism Therapy: Navigating Services and Advocacy in Illinois Legislation and policy play crucial roles in shaping the availability and quality of Autism therapies in Illinois. At both state and federal levels, legalese transforms into tangible services that can either broaden or limit therapy for those with Autism. Particularly in Illinois, efforts […]
Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder: MTC’s Impactful Services in Illinois
May 26, 2024 mtcus
Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder: MTC’s Impactful Services in Illinois Autism Spectrum Disorder, commonly known as ASD, is a complex neurodevelopmental condition that manifests through a range of behaviors and difficulties with social communication and interaction. Each individual on the Autism spectrum has a distinct set of strengths and challenges, which may include repetitive behaviors and […]
Autism Therapy Centers in Tennessee: MTC, Premier Providers with Expert Preschool Programs
May 26, 2024 mtcus
Autism Therapy Centers in Tennessee: MTC, Premier Providers with Expert Preschool Programs Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) presents a variety of unique challenges to individuals and their families, with the path to managing and embracing these challenges often found through tailored therapy and support. In Tennessee, families seeking professional assistance for ASD have access to specialized […]
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!