Children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder have unique needs. The severity and type of symptoms vary between each child, and a one-size-fits-all type of therapy will not benefit your child in the best way possible. The right autism therapy programs will help your child focus on communication, social, and functional skills leading to a more independent life.
At Camp Worth, our autism therapy programs provide crucial support for your child with autism. Individual autism therapy provides intensive support alongside group therapy programs. Our family counseling program can help all members of your family to understand your child’s diagnosis and how they can support your child during treatment and in the home. You want your child to be happy and healthy, and by enrolling them in our autism therapy programs for teens age 11-17, you can give them a better chance at a happy and independent life. Call 855.915.2545 or complete our online form today to learn more about our autism therapy programs.
Types of Autism Therapy Programs
The right therapy for autism will come from the individual needs of your teen. Our Camp Worth treatment team will conduct an evaluation to determine their level of symptoms and what skills they currently have. The therapist will discuss the programs that are the best for your child and how you can be a part of their treatment. Some of the types of autism therapy programs offered at Camp Worth include:
Family Therapy
Autism can affect the entire family, and it can be frustrating for everyone if they do not know how to handle a child or sibling with autism. Through family therapy, you and your family will learn how to handle disruptive behavior calmly and create a structured routine so everyone will have a productive and happy home environment.
Social Skills Training
Social skills are essential for helping your child learn to communicate and interact with others appropriately. One of the common problems with ASD is a lack of communication skills and etiquette. They will learn how to communicate in a healthy manner, improve their natural speaking abilities, and better understand body language and other non-verbal communication.
Functional Skills Training
Functional skills training can give your child the daily skills that they need to live more independently. Work and safety skills are practiced, as well as hygiene and bathing skills, decision-making skills, and healthy ways to relax and have fun.
Individual Therapy
One-on-one therapy will allow a therapist to understand your child’s unique symptoms and help them better understand their feelings and how to communicate their needs and desires with others around them. With better communication skills, there will be less frustration and miscommunication.
Medication Management
Medication is useful in treating ASD symptoms and allows your child to continue with their development and education. These drugs are all approved by the National Institute of Health to help treat autism, and they include:
- Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)
- Tricyclics
- Psychoactive or antipsychotic medications
- Stimulants
- Anti-anxiety medications
- Anticonvulsants
As your child progresses through their treatment program at Camp Worth, a therapist will reevaluate their progress and update their program accordingly.
Find the Best Therapy for Autism Programs at Camp Worth
At Camp Worth, our approach to your child’s therapy comes from their unique symptoms and the level of communication. Our autism therapy programs can help teens age 11-17 with the frustrations of living with autism. We understand the difficulties in caring for a child with autism, and our therapy programs can help give your teen the skills they need to function properly at home and in social settings.
We also have programs that can help parents and siblings better understand autism and develop coping skills to handle negative behavior, as well as helping you better communicate with your child.
If you are looking for the right autism therapy programs for your teen, call 855.915.2545 or complete our online form today to speak with one of our caring support staff. Learn more about the types of therapy at Camp Worth that are beneficial for your child with autism today.
