Therapy Services for Autism
Speech, Occupational, and Physical Therapy for Children with Autism
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental condition that may include challenges with social skills, communication, sensory processing, and repetitive behaviors. Every child with autism is different, and therapy should reflect that.
While not all children with sensory processing difficulties have autism, many children on the spectrum do experience sensory challenges. If you have concerns about autism, we recommend talking to your pediatrician about a developmental evaluation.
How Texarkana Therapy Center Can Help
A new diagnosis can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. At Texarkana Therapy Center, our team of pediatric speech, occupational, and physical therapists is here to support your child and your family at every step. We believe in a collaborative, family-centered approach that helps children grow with confidence.
Speech Therapy for Children with Autism
Speech and communication delays are often one of the first signs families notice. While not every child with a delay has autism, most children with autism do face some kind of communication difficulty. Children on the spectrum may:
Children on the spectrum may:
- Use repeated phrases or echolalia
- Babble word-like sounds
- Struggle with conversational turn-taking
- Speak in a flat or musical tone
- Have limited eye contact
Our speech therapists help children build functional communication skills in a way that works for them. This might include:
- Articulation and language development
- Sign language or speech-generating devices
- Play-based therapy to develop social communication
- Expanding vocabulary and expression
- Building back-and-forth interaction and conversation skills
Occupational Therapy for Children with Autism
Occupational therapy helps children build the everyday skills they need for independence. For children with autism, OT may focus on motor coordination, sensory regulation, behavior, and self-care tasks.
Some areas we often target include:
- Dressing, feeding, and grooming
- Handwriting and fine motor strength
- Self-regulation strategies
- Sensory integration techniques
- Behavior support for routines and transitions
Your child’s occupational therapist may also recommend a customized “sensory diet” made up of simple activities that help regulate their body and emotions throughout the day.
Physical Therapy for Children with Autism
Many children with autism struggle with motor planning, coordination, and strength. Physical therapy helps your child move with more confidence and independence so they can participate fully in play, school, and home life.
- Gross motor skill development
- Strength, balance, and endurance
- Postural control
- Sequencing and planning physical movements
- Motor imitation and body awareness
Our physical therapists often work closely with speech and occupational therapists to provide a well-rounded care plan that supports all areas of development.
Try Our Free Online Screening Tool
If your child is under the age of six, we encourage you to try our free online screening tool. This quick checklist helps you see which developmental milestones your child is meeting and where they may need extra support.
Once complete, you’ll receive personalized activity ideas based on your child’s results so you can start supporting their growth at home right away.
Schedule Your Child’s Evaluation Today
Have questions or want to schedule an evaluation? Call us at (903) 793-6135. We’re here to help.