Families in the Austin area have access to a growing number of organizations and community resources designed to support children with autism and their caregivers. Below are some Austin-area resources that parents of children with autism may want to explore. Where Can Parents Find Autism Support Groups and Parent Resources in Austin? Texas Parent to…

Starting kindergarten is an exciting milestone for children and families. It is also a major transition that brings new routines, expectations, social experiences, and learning opportunities. Ally Academy is a kindergarten readiness program developed based on principles and technologies developed in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis. Kindergarten readiness refers to the collection of skills…

How does Ally Behavior Centers Measure Progress? Progress is consistently monitored and assessed at Ally Behavior to ensure high quality therapy is being provided. Here is how we measure progress over time, the following assessments are completed for every child who enrolls in our program. These assessments are extremely helpful for treatment planning and progress…

Receiving an autism diagnosis or considering whether to pursue an autism evaluation can feel overwhelming for parents. Many families describe it as entering a new world filled with unfamiliar terminology, evaluations, and treatment options. The following sections are designed to answer some of the most common questions parents have about autism and to help make…