Kind and Uplifting ABA Therapy

09/10/2025

Our center in Urbandale is now enrolling children with autism for therapy!

Our center offers:
speech therapy
ABA therapy
mental health therapy
autism testing and diagnosing

some of these services have immediate openings! Visit our site for more information https://kindandupliftingaba.com

09/10/2025

💙 Parents need support too. 💙

At Kind and Uplifting ABA & Mental Health, we know raising a child with unique needs can feel overwhelming at times. You are constantly giving — your energy, your time, your love — and it’s easy to forget that you deserve care too.

One sign you may benefit from mental health therapy? 👉 You feel like you have to “hold it all together” but inside you’re running on empty.

Our licensed therapists provide a safe space for parents to:
🌱 Process stress, guilt, or overwhelm
🌱 Learn healthy coping strategies
🌱 Strengthen your own emotional well-being
🌱 Find balance between caregiving and self-care

Taking care of yourself is not selfish — it’s essential. When you are supported, your whole family thrives.

✨ If this resonates with you, know you are not alone. We’re here to walk alongside you.

📍 Urbandale, Iowa
📞 Reach out today to schedule a session.

09/10/2025

🌟 At Kind and Uplifting ABA, your child’s voice matters. 🌟

Every child has unique strengths, and our role is to nurture those gifts while helping them build the skills they need to thrive. 💙

Through play-based, compassionate, and neuro-affirming ABA therapy, we focus on:
✅ Building communication skills
✅ Growing independence in daily routines
✅ Strengthening social connections
✅ Supporting emotional regulation

Our team believes progress happens best when children feel safe, respected, and celebrated for who they are. 💫 Families are always at the heart of the process, and we partner with you every step of the way.

✨ Together, we can unlock big wins from little moments. ✨

📍 Located in Urbandale, Iowa | Serving families across the Des Moines area
📞 Contact us today to learn more and see how we can support your family’s journey.

09/09/2025

At Kind and Uplifting ABA & Mental Health, we specialize in helping children and families thrive with personalized, evidence-based care. Our 7,000 sq. ft. center in Urbandale offers:

✅ ABA Therapy – Play-based, neuro-affirming support to build communication, social skills, and independence.
✅ Speech Therapy – Helping kids find their voice, improve clarity, and grow confidence in expressing needs.
✅ Mental Health Counseling – Family-centered therapy to support emotional well-being for children and caregivers.
✅ Autism Testing & Diagnosing – Clear, compassionate assessments so families understand their child’s strengths and needs.
✅ Social Skills Groups – Safe, supportive spaces for kids to build friendships and practice communication.

Our dedicated team of is here to walk alongside your family with kindness, expertise, and uplifting care.

📍 Serving Urbandale Iowa

Kind and Uplifting

09/09/2025

🌟 Could Speech Therapy Support Your Child?

Every child communicates in their own way, but sometimes extra support can help them feel confident and understood. Here are a few signs your kiddo may benefit from speech therapy:

💬 Struggling to say certain sounds or words clearly
🗣️ Using fewer words than peers their age
👂 Difficulty following directions or understanding questions
🤝 Challenges with back-and-forth conversation
📚 Trouble retelling stories, naming items, or expressing needs

If you’re wondering whether speech therapy could help your child, we’d love to connect with you and walk alongside your family.

📍 Urbandale, IA
📞 515-303-0472
🌐 https://kindandupliftingaba.com

09/09/2025

✨ Signs it may be helpful to get your child tested for autism ✨

Every child grows, learns, and communicates in their own way. Sometimes, families notice differences that make them wonder if an autism evaluation could provide clarity and support. An evaluation doesn’t change who your child is—it can simply open doors to resources, understanding, and the right supports to help them thrive. 💙

Here are a few signs that an autism evaluation might be worth exploring:
🌱 Your child prefers to play alone or has a unique way of engaging with others.
🌱 They show strong interests in specific topics, toys, or routines.
🌱 Transitions, changes, or unexpected events can feel extra challenging.
🌱 Communication may look different—whether that’s fewer words, repeating words, or preferring gestures or sounds.
🌱 Sensory experiences (sounds, lights, textures) may feel overwhelming or very comforting.

💡 Remember: These signs are not “red flags” or problems. They’re simply cues that your child’s brain processes the world in its own beautiful way. Getting an evaluation can help you better understand their strengths and needs so you can access the right supports early on.

At Kind and Uplifting ABA & Mental Health, we believe every child’s uniqueness is worth celebrating—and we’re here to walk with you every step of the way. 💛

09/08/2025

ABA therapy, speech therapy & mental health therapy at Kind and Uplifting ABA and Mental Health! Enroll today https://kindandupliftingaba.com

09/07/2025

Interested in enrolling your child in ABA therapy, speech therapy, mental health therapy, social skills group, or wanting to get them tested for autism? Fill out the contact form below and we will reach out to schedule your appointment!

Kind and Uplifting: 12000 Ridgemont Dr, Urbandale, IA 50323 Kind and Uplifting ABA and Mental Health and Applied Neuroscience is a dedicated provider of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, specializing in supporting individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). We also provide mental health....

09/05/2025

We have a few more openings for speech therapy at our center! Visit our website to enroll your child.

09/05/2025

Did you know we offer ABA therapy, speech therapy, mental health therapy, social skills group & autism testing and diagnosing all at our large center in Urbandale?
🍁We are one of the only centers in Iowa offering all these services🍂

09/04/2025

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09/03/2025

Your child may be a great fit for speech therapy if they:
✅ Have trouble pronouncing words or sounds clearly
✅ Struggle to follow directions or understand language
✅ Speak less than peers or have limited vocabulary
✅ Stutter or have difficulty with fluency
✅ Have trouble expressing needs, thoughts, or feelings
✅ Experience social communication challenges (like taking turns in conversation)
✅ Need support with feeding or swallowing skills

💬 Every child deserves the chance to be heard—and we’re here to help them shine!

📍 sign up for speech therapy here: https://kindandupliftingaba.com/speech-therapy/