Young Adults
AAC Helper
Beth Christensen
easc.slp@gmail.com
3731 Blanchan Avenue, Brookfield, Illinois 60513
Provides individual speech and language therapy; additional specilaity in AAC evaluation and treatment.
Heidi Rabe
heidi@authenticexpressionllc.com
Treats patients primarily in the northern suburbs. Conducts AAC Evaluations for individuals on the autism spectrum, as well as on-going speech and lanugage therapy services. Session occur in home.
DynaVox Technologies & Mayer-Johnson
Rebecca Miller, MS, pediatric consultant
Home-based office. Please contact Miller via phone
(866) 396-2869, ext. 4073 (office)
(312) 622-8078 (cell)
Offers speech generating devices for individuals with speech and learning challenges. DynaVox is a communication resource that allows a person to select symbols, pictures, letters, words or phrases to generate oral communication. Some people actually develop the ability to use natural speech through using a device. For more information on communication challenges of autism. Ages: birth and up. Private and public insurance accepted.
Matt Baud
(708) 935-5188
Frankfort, IL
Speech and Language Pathologist providing evaluations for speech and AAC needs.
Speech and Language Pathways LLC
847-268-3799
info@slpathways.com
711 W Maude Avenue Arlington Heights, IL 60004
Provides Speech, Occupational and social skills therapy services for ages 2 - 18 as well as AAC evaluation for kids and young adults, training and intervention. Bilingual speech therapy available.
Jennifer Tarle-Pakulski
226-272-7039
jennifer@tarlespeech.com
Conducts AAC Evaluations for individuals on the autism spectrum, with a special interest in young adults with no AAC experience.
Technology and Language Center, Inc.
Jill E. Senner, PhD, CCC-SLP
(847) 682-1596
talcaac@gmail.com
Speech-language pathologist with over 20 years of experience working with children with complex communication needs. She specializes in providing augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) and assistive technology (AT) services for children who are unable to meet their communication needs using speech alone.
BrainTree Neuropsychological Services
Mona Stepansky, PhD, ABPP-CN and Courtenay Ainsworth, PhD
Pediatric Neuropsychologists
1101 Lake St., Suite 306 Oak Park, IL 60301
(708) 445-3771
monastepansky@gmail.com
Provides comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations that will render a diagnosis of autism and/or common differential diagnoses.
Center for Anxiety & Social Intervention
Glen Veed, PhD
773-442-2048
2020 Dempster Street, #202 Evanston, IL 60202
Provides evidenced based individual therapy (middle school through adult) and parent consultation; all services are currently fee-for-service, sliding scale available. Has specialty ASD and comorbid anxiety or OCD.
The Center for Hope & Healing, LLC
Allison Lobel, PsyD
16W241 S. Frontage Road, Suite 35 Burr Ridge, IL 60527
(630) 468-2342
alobel@thecenterforhopeandhealing.com
Licensed P.L.A.Y Project consultant based on the D.I.R./Floortime theory originated by Dr. Stanley Greenspan, MD.
Tina Yurik
1835 West Central Road Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 653-6635 ext 28
Clearbrook’s Take a Break Volunteer Program is the only program in the state to utilize trained volunteers as respite caregivers. Clearbrook provides support to families that live in northern Cook County, Lake County and DuPage County. Clearbrook also created the Take a Break in the Afternoon Program that provides supervised support to families waiting to be matched with an in-home volunteer along with families who would like their children to participate in a stay and play program staffed by Clearbrook staff and trained volunteers. Clearbrook’s in-home program provides each family with four hours of weekly respite in their homes.
P.O. Box 544
Winnetka, IL 60093
(847) 446-1251
techpsych@techpsychologist.com
Beckman provides developmental assessments with abled and disabled individuals and conducts in-depth evaluations for many disabilities, including low incidence and multiple handicaps.
Transitions Developmental Therapy, PC
Bianca D. Rodriguez, DT
225 Enterprise Drive, Suite 2505 Westchester, IL 60154
(708) 296-5990
Provides developmental assessment consultations (home or clinic-based).
Division of Neurology
Outpatient Center
225 E. Chicago Ave Chicago, IL 60611
(800) 543-7362
Provides comprehensive neurological assessments and follow-up testing.
Loyola University Health System
Pediatric & Adult Neurology
Jorge Asconapé, MD
2160 S. First Ave. Maywood, IL 60153
(708) 216-3519
Additional location in Oakbrook Terrace, IL.
Provides comprehensive neurological assessment and evaluation to determine diagnosis or provide follow-up testing.
1821 Walden Office Square, Suite 447 Schaumburg, IL 60173
(866) 374-7648 (toll free)
(262) 754-0809 (main office)
info@neurotecheeg.com
Neurotech specializes in conducting home-based EEG studies. A 24-hour EEG or longer (Ambulatory EEG) is the preferred method to properly diagnose seizure activity and frequency.
Transitions Developmental Therapy, PC
Bianca D. Rodriguez, DT
225 Enterprise Drive, Suite 2505 Westchester, IL 60154
Phone: (708) 296-5990
Provides developmental assessment consultations (home or clinic-based).
2020 N. Clybourn Ave.
Chicago, IL 60614
(773) 404-5277
A comprehensive primary health care facility that provides coordinated medical, psychiatric and psychological outpatient services to adults with autism in the Chicago area serving ages 18 years and up.
Association for Individual Development
309 W. New Indian Trail Court Aurora, IL 60506
(630) 966-4050
Provides child and adult services. Services for children include evaluation, psychiatry for medication management, outpatient therapy (individual, family, group, parent), and case management. Services for adults include psychiatry for medication management, day programming, employment training and placement support, and both residential and supported living. Serving Aurora and McHenry.
Autism Assessment, Research & Treatment Services (AARTS) Center
Rush University Medical Center
1645 W. Jackson Blvd Suite 603 Chicago, IL 60612
(312) 942-0819
Provides diagnostic assessments and medication management for autism spectrum disorders and other psychiatric conditions for individuals from early childhood through adults with our team of licensed psychiatrists and psychologists.
Lurie Children's Hospital
Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
2300 Children’s Plaza Chicago, IL 60614
(800) KIDSDOC
KIDSDOC@childrensmemorial.org
Provides diagnostic assessments. Ages: 7 years and up. Private and public insurance accepted with referral.
Michael Feld, MD
666 Dundee Road Northbrook, IL 60062
(847) 400-5806
Provides medication management services.
Judith Badner, M.D.
2150 W. Harrison St., Suite 263 Chicago, IL 60612
(312) 942-5375
Specializes in autism, anxiety and mood disorders.
2060 E. Algonquin Road Suite 720 Schaumburg, IL 60173
(847) 496-4693
help@advancedbehavioralsolutions.com
Provides comprehensive psychological evaluations to help make a diagnosis and guide in treatment and service planning. They provide recommendations for school and home environments.
AMITA Autism Spectrum and Developmental Disorders Resource Center
847-755-8536
AHBHHHEResourceCenter@amitahealth.org
Provides psychological evaluations for children and adults presenting with difficulties in learning, attention, behavior, socialization, and emotional control. Public and private insurance accepted.
Autism Assessment, Research & Treatment Services (AARTS) Center
Rush University Medical Center
1645 W. Jackson Blvd Suite 603 Chicago, IL 60612
(312) 942-0819
Provides diagnostic assessments and medication management for autism spectrum disorders and other psychiatric conditions for individuals from early childhood through adults with our team of licensed psychiatrists and psychologists.
BrainTree Neuropsychological Services
Mona Stepansky, PhD, ABPP-CN and Courtenay Ainsworth, PhD
Pediatric neuropsychologists
1101 Lake St., Suite 306 Oak Park, IL 60301
(708) 445-3771
monastepansky@gmail.com
Provides comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations that will render a diagnosis of autism and/or common differential diagnoses.
Center for Anxiety & Social Intervention
Glen Veed, PhD
773-442-2048
2020 Dempster Street, #202 Evanston, IL 60202
Provides evidenced based individual therapy (middle school through adult) and parent consultation; all services are currently fee-for-service, sliding scale available. Has specialty ASD and comorbid anxiety or OCD.
Center for Personal Development
Locations: Downtown Chicago, Lakeview Chicago, Evanston
info@chicagotherapist.com
(312) 755-7000
Adaptive Functioning/Autism Spectrum Disorder Assessment and treatment planning.
Innovative Psychotherapy Solutions (IPS)
Michael "Dr. Mike" Mihajlovic, PsyD
550 Frontage Road #3535 Northfield, IL 60093
(224) 326-0118
info@achievepositivechange.com
Provides diagnostic assessment, individual therapy and social skills groups for individuals with ASD, ages 2-21.
1100 Lake St. Suite 210A Oak Park, IL 60301
(708) 866-1693
info@jennifergorski.com
Provides comprehensive diagnostic and psychoeducational evaluations, and consultation for children, adolescents, and adults with social learning differences.
405 Central Avenue Northfield, Illinois 60093
415 Washington Ave., Suite 200, Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 441-5600
Provides individual, couple, family, and group therapy (ages 3+), psychiatric services (ages 3+), psychological testing (ages 8+), and job coaching/employment services.
Little Friends Center for Autism, Inc.
140 N. Wright St. Naperville, IL 60540
(630) 305-4196
Services include evaluation and treatment for autism spectrum disorder, including psychological, speech, occupational therapy, and social skills. Additionally, residential services are available to both children and adults needing more supported care.
The LodeStone Center for Behavioral Health
Multiple Locations:
- Oak Park: 1110 North Boulevard - (708) 927-0279
- Hinsdale: 15 Spinning Wheel Rd., Suite 426, Hinsdale IL 60521 - (708) 927-0279
- McHenry: 3923 Mercy Dr., Suite F, McHenry, IL 60050 - 815-344-5061
- Woodstock: 111 Dean St., Woodstock, IL 60098 - 815-344-5061
- Chicago: 645 North Michigan Ave., Suite 1005, Chicago, IL 60611 - 312-809-7036
Services range from play therapy to one on one therapy to full psychological testing to wellness services for children and adults with ASD.
600 N McClurg Court, Suite 3803 Chicago, IL 60611
(708) 716-4744
Dr. O'Reilly specializes in treating individuals with medical illnesses, disabilities, learning and developmental disabilities, memory impairment, epilepsy, ADHD, and mood disorders. She has unique expertise in implementing art therapy interventions Dr. O'Reilly conducts comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations to children and adults.
Northwest Behavioral Health Services
415 W. Golf Rd., STE 16 Arlington Heights, IL 60005
Providers: Christopher Watson, PhD; Peter Dodzik, PhD
(847) 577-0904
lcampo@nwbhs.com
Specializes in the assessment and treatment of children and adults with neurological and neurodevelopmental disorders. Services include evaluation, individual therapy, family and/or couples therapy, and ABA.
180 North Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL
312.730.4798
RachelLoftin@RachelLoftin.com
Provides assessment, individual therapy and consultation services. Dr. Loftin has extensive experience in diagnosis, assessment, and intervention to help promote positive outcomes for people with ASD.
Natalie & Ben Heineman Smart Love Center
2222 N. Kedzie Blvd. Chicago, IL 60647
Rush Medical Office Building
610 S. Maple St., Suite 5601 Oak Park, IL 60304
(773) 665-8052 ext. 4
Smart Love offers counseling services for children, adults and families, as well as parent education classes and coaching. Our services include play and individual therapy, group therapy, parent counseling, couples therapy, and a range of assessment and evaluation services.
Locations throughout Chicagoland and the Twin Cities, including Barrington, Algonquin, Chicago, Deerfield, Hoffman Estates, Oak Brook, Park Ridge, St. Charles, Lake Elmo (MN), and Roseville (MN).
Thomson is committed to providing a full circle understanding of brain-behavior relationships and neuropsychological disorders through comprehensive evaluation, detailed results and tailored treatment. Our mission is to provide scientifically-proven diagnostic clarity to patients of all ages, in an environment of exceptional customer service and support.
Adults
AAC Helper
Beth Christensen
easc.slp@gmail.com
3731 Blanchan Avenue, Brookfield, Illinois 60513
Provides individual speech and language therapy; additional specilaity in AAC evaluation and treatment.
Heidi Rabe
heidi@authenticexpressionllc.com
Treats patients primarily in the northern suburbs.
Conducts AAC Evaluations for individuals on the autism spectrum, as well as on-going speech and lanugage therapy services. Session occur in home.
DynaVox Technologies & Mayer-Johnson
Rebecca Miller, MS, pediatric consultant
Home-based office. Please contact Miller via phone
(866) 396-2869, ext. 4073 (office)
(312) 622-8078 (cell)
Offers speech generating devices for individuals with speech and learning challenges. DynaVox is a communication resource that allows a person to select symbols, pictures, letters, words or phrases to generate oral communication. Some people actually develop the ability to use natural speech through using a device. For more information on communication challenges of autism.
Jennifer Tarle-Pakulski
226-272-7039
jennifer@tarlespeech.com
Conducts AAC Evaluations for individuals on the autism spectrum, with a special interest in young adults with no AAC experience.
Technology and Language Center, Inc.
Jill E. Senner, PhD, CCC-SLP
(847) 682-1596
talcaac@gmail.com
Speech-language pathologist with over 20 years of experience working with children with complex communication needs. She specializes in providing augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) and assistive technology (AT) services for children who are unable to meet their communication needs using speech alone.
2060 E. Algonquin Road Suite 720 Schaumburg, IL 60173
(847) 496-4693
help@advancedbehavioralsolutions.com
Provides comprehensive psychological evaluations to help make a diagnosis and guide in treatment and service planning. They provide recommendations for school and home environments.
AMITA Autism Spectrum and Developmental Disorders Resource Center
847-755-8536
AHBHHHEResourceCenter@amitahealth.org
Provides psychological evaluations for children and adults presenting with difficulties in learning, attention, behavior, socialization, and emotional control. Public and private insurance accepted.
Christine Bellosa, MA, LCPC
Therapist for Individuals, Couples & Families
350 S. Northwest Highway, Suite 300 Park Ridge, IL 60068
847.656.5259
Christine@BellosaCounseling.com
Provides individuals with ASD of all ages therapy, and well as with couple & family counseling, sibling support and help in other areas such as IEP education.
Center for Anxiety & Social Intervention
Glen Veed, PhD
773-442-2048
2020 Dempster Street, #202 Evanston, IL 60202
Provides evidenced based individual therapy (middle school through adult) and parent consultation; all services are currently fee-for-service, sliding scale available. Has specialty ASD and comorbid anxiety or OCD.
Center for Personal Development
Locations: Downtown Chicago, Lakeview Chicago, Evanston
info@chicagotherapist.com
(312) 755-7000
Adaptive Functioning/Autism Spectrum Disorder Assessment and treatment planning.
1100 Lake St. Suite 210A Oak Park, IL 60301
(708) 866-1693
info@jennifergorski.com
Provides comprehensive diagnostic and psychoeducational evaluations, and consultation for children, adolescents, and adults with social learning differences.
405 Central Avenue Northfield, Illinois 60093
415 Washington Ave., Suite 200, Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 441-5600
Provides individual, couple, family, and group therapy (ages 3+), psychiatric services (ages 3+), psychological testing (ages 8+), and job coaching/employment services.
Little Friends Center for Autism, Inc.
140 N. Wright St. Naperville, IL 60540
(630) 305-4196
Services include evaluation and treatment for autism spectrum disorder, including psychological, speech, occupational therapy, and social skills. Additionally, residential services are available to both children and adults needing more supported care.
The LodeStone Center for Behavioral Health
Multiple Locations:
- Oak Park: 1110 North Boulevard - (708) 927-0279
- Hinsdale: 15 Spinning Wheel Rd., Suite 426, Hinsdale IL 60521 - (708) 927-0279
- McHenry: 3923 Mercy Dr., Suite F, McHenry, IL 60050 - 815-344-5061
- Woodstock: 111 Dean St., Woodstock, IL 60098 - 815-344-5061
- Chicago: 645 North Michigan Ave., Suite 1005, Chicago, IL 60611 - 312-809-7036
Services range from play therapy to one on one therapy to full psychological testing to wellness services for children and adults with ASD.
600 N McClurg Court, Suite 3803 Chicago, IL 60611
(708) 716-4744
Dr. O'Reilly specializes in treating individuals with medical illnesses, disabilities, learning and developmental disabilities, memory impairment, epilepsy, ADHD, and mood disorders. She has unique expertise in implementing art therapy interventions Dr. O'Reilly conducts comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations to children and adults.
Northwest Behavioral Health Services
Providers: Christopher Watson, PhD; Peter Dodzik, PhD
415 W. Golf Rd., STE 16 Arlington Heights, IL 60005
(847) 577-0904
lcampo@nwbhs.com
Specializes in the assessment and treatment of children and adults with neurological and neurodevelopmental disorders. Services include evaluation, individual therapy, family and/or couples therapy, and ABA.
180 North Michigan Avenue Chicago, IL
312.730.4798
RachelLoftin@RachelLoftin.com
Provides assessment, individual therapy and consultation services. Dr. Loftin has extensive experience in diagnosis, assessment, and intervention to help promote positive outcomes for people with ASD.
Rush University Medical Center
Autism Assessment, Research & Treatment Services (AARTS) Center
1645 W. Jackson Blvd., Suite 603 Chicago, IL 60612
(312) 942-0819
Provides comprehensive evaluations for autism spectrum disorder and other psychiatric conditions for individuals from early childhood through adults.
Natalie & Ben Heineman Smart Love Center
2222 N. Kedzie Blvd. Chicago, IL 60647
Rush Medical Office Building
610 S. Maple St., Suite 5601 Oak Park, IL 60304
(773) 665.8052 ext. 4
Smart Love offers counseling services for children, adults and families, as well as parent education classes and coaching. Our services include play and individual therapy, group therapy, parent counseling, couples therapy, and a range of assessment and evaluation services.
Locations throughout Chicagoland and the Twin Cities, including Barrington, Algonquin, Chicago, Deerfield, Hoffman Estates, Oak Brook, Park Ridge, St. Charles, Lake Elmo (MN), and Roseville (MN).
Thomson is committed to providing a full circle understanding of brain-behavior relationships and neuropsychological disorders through comprehensive evaluation, detailed results and tailored treatment. Our mission is to provide scientifically-proven diagnostic clarity to patients of all ages, in an environment of exceptional customer service and support.
