Stride Autism Centers Opens New Facility in Sioux Falls to Extend Autism Support in South Dakota
13 Mayo 2024 - 8:00AM
Stride Autism Centers ("Stride"), a mission-driven provider of
evidence-based therapy for children with autism, proudly announces
the opening of its new center in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. This
expansion is a significant step in Stride's mission to increase
access to specialized autism services throughout the Midwest.
Located at 5000 E 57th St, Sioux Falls, SD, the
new facility offers Stride's renowned full-day Applied Behavior
Analysis, or ABA therapy programs. Known for their expertise in
early childhood intervention, Stride maintains a 1:1
therapist-to-child ratio, ensuring personalized treatment plans for
preschool-aged children (ages 2-6) based on the proven principles
of ABA therapy.
"We are excited to bring our specialized autism support services
to Sioux Falls and look forward to becoming an integral part of the
community here," said Brad Zelinger, Founder and CEO of Stride.
"With each new center we open, we are committed to filling the
critical need for accessible, high-quality autism therapy services.
As a Midwesterner myself, I’m particularly driven to extend
Stride’s services to underserved communities throughout the
Midwest. It’s about creating opportunities for more children and
their families to achieve greater independence and an improved
quality of life."
Every child at Stride’s Sioux Falls center will receive care
from highly qualified Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) and
skilled therapists.
Dr. Ashley Whittington-Barnish, PhD, LCP, BCBA-D, NCSP, Stride's
Chief Clinical Systems Officer, emphasized, "Our commitment to
early intervention is driven by extensive research demonstrating
its effectiveness. Our new location in Sioux Falls will adhere to
our high standards of care and tailored therapeutic
approaches."
Kristen Cooper Borkenhagen, BCBA, LMFT, Chief Clinical
Operations Officer at Stride, added, "The dedication of our team to
achieving meaningful outcomes for children with autism continues to
inspire our expansion. We are thrilled to offer our services to the
Sioux Falls community, providing essential support to families and
children during the most pivotal years of development."
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 across Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska, and now South
Dakota, Stride's programs integrate structured one-on-one therapy
with naturalistic group activities. These programs are designed to
promote skills in communication, emotional regulation, school
readiness, social interaction, self-care, and more.
For more information or to contact Stride's Sioux Falls
location, please call us at 515-207-5251 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 Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
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