Stride Autism Centers Opens New Facility in Oak Park to Improve Autism Services in Illinois
May 06 2024 - 9:00AM
Stride Autism Centers ("Stride"), renowned for its mission-driven,
evidence-based therapy for children with autism, announces the
opening of its innovative new center in Oak Park, Illinois. This
strategic expansion is a significant step in Stride's mission to
increase access to specialized autism services for children
throughout the Midwest.
Located at 6400 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60707,
the Oak Park center is set to provide Stride’s celebrated full-day
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy programs. With a focus on
individual care, Stride maintains a 1:1 therapist-to-child ratio,
offering customized treatment plans for children aged two to six,
rooted in established ABA methods.
Brad Zelinger, Founder and CEO of Stride, shares his personal
connection to the mission: "Opening our new facility in Oak Park is
more than an expansion—it's a fulfillment of Stride’s deep-seated
commitment to the local community. My sister, who has an
autism-related disorder called Rett Syndrome, inspired me to find
Stride so individuals like her can get the effective therapy they
need as early as possible to live more independent, joyous lives.
As a Chicagoan, I am especially driven to bring Stride's services
to underserved communities throughout the region."
The Oak Park center features a team of highly skilled Board
Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) and experienced therapists
dedicated to early childhood development. Kristen Cooper
Borkenhagen, BCBA, LMFT, Chief Clinical Operations Officer, added,
"We are excited to integrate into the Oak Park community and
provide valuable resources and support to local families. Our team
is committed to fostering the development of essential life skills
in children during critical early years."
Dr. Ashley Whittington-Barnish, PhD, LCP, BCBA-D, NCSP, and
Stride's Chief Clinical Systems Officer, shared, "We base our early
intervention strategies on strong research. The Oak Park center
upholds our high standards and adapts our proven methods to meet
the specific needs of each child."
About Stride Autism CentersStride Autism
Centers is a mission-driven organization dedicated to providing
evidence-based ABA therapy to children with autism ages 2 to 6.
With locations in Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska, and South Dakota,
Stride's programs focus on personalized therapy and group
activities to enhance communication, school readiness, emotional
regulation, and more.
For more information or to contact Stride's Oak Park location,
please call us at (312) 554-5578 or visit Stride Autism Centers. If
you’re interested in a rewarding career assisting children with
autism, please visit Stride Careers to view our available positions
in Oak Park, Illinois.
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