Center for Children With Special Needs

Center for Children With Special Needs Contact information, map and directions, contact form, opening hours, services, ratings, photos, videos and announcements from Center for Children With Special Needs, Mental Health Service, 2300 Main Street, Glastonbury, CT.

The CCSN is an interdisciplinary clinic specializing in the diagnosis, evaluation, and treatment of children, adolescents, and adults with complex disabilities.

11/26/2025

Meet Sabrina Hudson, one of our expert Speech-Language Pathologists, as she introduces us to Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)!

AAC is a powerful tool that helps many of our learners communicate effectively. It comes in different forms:

Low-Tech: Methods like gestures and picture communication boards.

High-Tech: Devices like speech-generating tablets.

AAC opens up a world of conversation and connection! If you have questions about AAC, drop them below! 👇

Thanksgiving is meant to be joyful, but the noise, changes in routine, and big crowds can be overwhelming for those with...
11/21/2025

Thanksgiving is meant to be joyful, but the noise, changes in routine, and big crowds can be overwhelming for those with Autism.

If you're hosting this year, or attending this year make sure your celebration is supportive and stress-free for all your guests!

This expert guide from Autism Speaks offers practical tips for navigating common holiday challenges, from managing sensory input to preparing for unexpected changes.

It's the essential guide for creating a truly comfortable and welcoming holiday environment.

Read the tips and make your Thanksgiving Autism-friendly this year.

https://www.autismspeaks.org/expert-opinion/tips-creating-autism-friendly-thanksgiving

Holidays like Thanksgiving can be stressful for people with autism and their families. Here behavioral expert Arianna Esposito and self-advocate Anne Grego-Nagel share how families can make their Thanksgiving festivities more inclusive for their loved ones with autism.

11/20/2025

Ashley is one of our dedicated Speech-Language Pathologists (SLP) here at CCSN. She works primarily with the Autism population and brings almost three years of experience to our team!

Fun Fact: When she's not helping our learners find their voice, Ashley can be found riding horses, a hobby she's enjoyed for nearly 20 years! 🐴

We are so grateful to have Ashley's passion and expertise on the CCSN team!

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Studies suggest that participants who disclosed their ASD diagnosis to their employer were more than three times as like...
11/19/2025

Studies suggest that participants who disclosed their ASD diagnosis to their employer were more than three times as likely to be employed than those who did not disclose. This highlights the importance of workplace support and creating an environment of Autism Acceptance.

At CCSN, we champion environments where neurodivergent individuals are valued, accommodated, and supported.

https://www.ccsnct.org/



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We are thrilled to introduce Zenadiah Blanchard, our dedicated Lead Billing Coordinator!Zenadiah joined CCSN in Septembe...
11/14/2025

We are thrilled to introduce Zenadiah Blanchard, our dedicated Lead Billing Coordinator!

Zenadiah joined CCSN in September 2023, bringing a wealth of knowledge to her role.

With an associate's degree in accounting from Strayer University, she uses her sharp critical thinking and problem-solving skills daily to navigate complex billing and invoicing.

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11/13/2025

Teaching self-care skills? Try this OT hack!

Emily, our Occupational Therapist, demonstrates Backward Chaining a technique where you start the task and let the child finish the final step.

Example: Push the button halfway through, and let them pull it out!

This builds confidence and makes the learning process fun and successful. 🎉

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We believe in a strengths-based approach. Recognizing and celebrating the unique abilities and talents of every individu...
11/12/2025

We believe in a strengths-based approach. Recognizing and celebrating the unique abilities and talents of every individual is at the heart of our mission.

Every mind is unique, and that's what makes the world so vibrant! 💙💚

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Give your child the best start! The CCSN Early Childhood Learning Center is now accepting applications.At CCSN, we don't...
11/07/2025

Give your child the best start! The CCSN Early Childhood Learning Center is now accepting applications.

At CCSN, we don't just teach; we celebrate your child's unique way of learning. Our play-based programs are thoughtfully customized to build on their strengths and support their individual development.

Your child will thrive in a nurturing, structured environment, guided by our compassionate interdisciplinary team. They'll gain essential communication, social, and early learning skills that set the foundation for a lifetime of success.

https://www.ccsnct.org/



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11/06/2025

Need a simple, engaging way to boost hand strength and fine motor skills?

Our Occupational Therapist, Kylee Colbert, demonstrates one of our favorite activities: using theraputty to search for and retrieve small toys! This is not only a fantastic workout for those hand muscles and grasp skills, but also provides great sensory input.

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Meet Raven Turner: Our ABA Clinic MVP! We love celebrating staff who go above and beyond! Raven is being recognized this...
11/05/2025

Meet Raven Turner: Our ABA Clinic MVP!

We love celebrating staff who go above and beyond! Raven is being recognized this month for their exceptional work and commitment.

Great job, Raven! Your passion makes a real difference!

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Sharing for interested patients and families within the CCSN network!
11/05/2025

Sharing for interested patients and families within the CCSN network!

Explore post-secondary transition for students with special education needs & learn more about what lies beyond "the cliff"

Learn more about the Early Learning Center at CCSN - Enrolling Now in Glastonbury & Farmington locations!https://www.ccs...
11/03/2025

Learn more about the Early Learning Center at CCSN - Enrolling Now in Glastonbury & Farmington locations!

https://www.ccsnct.org/services/treatment/early-learning-center/

× Early Learning Center The Early Learning Center (ELC) is individualized to meet the developmental needs of your young child with autism. Our clinicians create flexible learning environments to accommodate and support each child’s unique learning needs. Programming Includes: Half-day and full-da...

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2300 Main Street
Glastonbury, CT
06033

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 6pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 6pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 6pm
Thursday 8:30am - 6pm
Friday 8:30am - 6pm
Saturday 8:30am - 3pm

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Welcome to CCSN: The Center for Children with Special Needs

For the past 40+ years the professionals who now comprise CCSN have had one goal: to provide the best available science and clinical practice to those individuals with Autism Spectrum and related Neurodevelopmental Disorders and their families through clinical service, training, consultation, and research.

We are solution-oriented, but also keenly focused on the challenging situations that children and their families face when trying to adapt to the demands of everyday life at home, in school, and in the community. We place a high value on the deep understanding that parents have of their children, and how that information can inform and support other professionals in helping a child achieve in all areas of life. This collaborative process allows CCSN staff to be full partners in supporting those with ASD across the lifespan, building upon strengths, opening new doors to independence, and providing an autism home for families over time.

CCSN has grown organically over the years as the specialized needs of families for different clinical services has become more evident. Remaining flexible and community-based while delivering expert treatment and consultation with fidelity is at the core of all CCSN services domestically and internationally. While we also work with large and small organizations to improve their treatment and support of those with ASD, we are committed to the power of one: one person with ASD, one set of solutions developed to address their individual needs, improve their quality of life, and empower their independence.

Since its inception, CCSN’s core values have been that in diversity there is strength, and that with the best science guiding clinical practice all individuals with ASD and their families will thrive. We welcome you to share our vision, our commitment, and our passion for the work we all do to create a more inclusive and fulfilling future for our family members, friends, coworkers and neighbors with ASD. We invite you to learn more about CCSN through our website, one of our community or clinical programs, or with a phone call.