Aspire Autism Center

08/18/2025

We are BEYOND excited to be a Pink Period Pantry Location!! Please spread the word that there are free period products available for anyone here!!

08/17/2025

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Don’t forget the kids who are doing the extra work.

The kids whose days don’t end with the final bell, the kids whose breaks don’t follow a school calendar.

The kids who spend their afternoons being shuttled to sp*ech, or PT, or OT.

The kids whose schedules include services and therapies, on top of everything else.

The kids who need extra help and support.

The kids who are struggling to overcome barriers—whether physical, mental, or emotional.

The kids who don’t follow the typical schedules, hit the expected milestones, take the traditional path.

The kids who might need different strategies and tools to help them learn.

These kids are working so hard, too.

They’re tired, too, even if their successes seem smaller or maybe even completely unnoticeable to most.

There likely aren’t any awards for them at the end of the year, or special recognition for how far they’ve come.

But take it from me—they are working SO dang hard.

Don’t forget to acknowledge their efforts.

Because what might be a small hurdle on the track for most kids, could be a Herculean task for a kid who has to try 10 times harder just to make it to the starting line.

These kids might not excel in traditional ways, but there’s nothing unexceptional about them.

Because they work harder for every win, and they don’t take a single one for granted.

08/14/2025

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08/04/2025

With school starting back and everyone posting photos of your adorable children, please be mindful of revealing personal information about your child. Their full name, name of their school, grade, age and other identifying tidbits can be used by predators and scammers. The safest practice is to keep personal information to a minimum, no matter your privacy settings or friends. Have a great school year!

07/30/2025

07/11/2025

I am out of the office until July 28th. If you need to contact Aspire please call the front office. Thank you!!!

07/03/2025

Time for some clean fun at the Beverly Library as we have a bubble party! While supplies last.
Please bring a towel, you will be wet.

07/01/2025

“Leave him with me for a week, and I’ll fix his autism.”

Oh wow, amazing! Do you also fix broken bones with essential oils? Cure nearsightedness with positive vibes? You really should open a clinic.

Here’s the thing: my son is severely autistic. He needs constant supervision… not because he’s “bad,” but because he doesn’t understand danger. He’ll swallow a screw if I blink too long. He once ran into traffic to chase a leaf. You can’t discipline that with a stern voice and a sticker chart.

He doesn’t process consequences like a neurotypical child. Taking away screen time doesn’t make him rethink his life choices. No, he just thinks the iPad disappeared into the void...

So unless your week includes 24/7 supervision, a crash course in nonverbal communication, and the ability to predict behaviors before they happen, I’m gonna guess your miracle fix is more of a vacation fantasy.

But hey…if you’re still feeling confident, I’ll leave you with him for five minutes while I try to p*e alone for once. Let’s start there. ☺️

06/30/2025

Notice Regarding New Patients:

At this time, I am not accepting new patients due to current patient capacity. This decision ensures that I can provide the highest quality of care to my existing patients.

We cannot give any estimates for those on waitlist. We are not adding any more patients to the waitlist at this time.

Thank you for your understanding!

Amanda

06/23/2025

It is the responsibility of caregivers to make sure the child's insurance coverage is current. If you switch insurances please advise us immediately, we are not in network with all insurances and the approval process can take up to 90 days. If you receive a denial letter please read it and understand that we must re-submit those and that can take several weeks depending on the insurance company. We are seeing more and more denials lately, so please pay attention to the mail you receive from your insurance company regarding services. We are no different than any other therapy service and must require payment for our services so we may stay in business to provide those services.

06/11/2025

“ABA is child abuse.”

No, it’s not.

For my son, ABA is how we teach the skills most people take for granted: communication, daily living, safety. It’s how we help him learn not to run into traffic, not to swallow non-edible items, not to hurt himself or others.

You might not understand what it means to raise a child with profound autism and dangerous behaviors. That’s okay. But don’t tell me the therapy that’s helping him function AND stay alive is abuse.

ABA done right isn’t about forcing kids to be something they’re not. It’s about giving them a chance to engage with the world. To be seen. To be heard. To live.

If you’ve never had to fight for your child to learn how to stay alive, maybe don’t speak over those of us who have.

06/01/2025

🌈 Happy Pride Month! 🌈

June is here, and that means it’s time to celebrate love, identity, inclusion, and the incredible strength of the LGBTQIA+ community. Pride Month is a time to honor the history, recognize the progress, and continue the fight for equality and visibility for all.

We’re excited to kick things off with Walk with Pride, walking group today June 1st at 10am, and again on June 18th at 7pm in the Parkersburg City Park – just bring your walking shoes and your beautiful self. Whether you're here for the fresh air, the conversation, or the connection – YOU BELONG HERE. 🏳️‍🌈👟

And don’t miss Parkersburg Pride’s PrideFest on June 14th, 12 PM–4 PM! 🎉✨ Join us for a day full of celebration, entertainment, resources, and community love.

Looking for more ways to celebrate this month?
💖 Educate yourself and others about LGBTQIA+ history.
💬 Support q***r voices and businesses.
🏳️‍🌈 Show your Pride with flags, clothing, and conversation.
📝 Advocate for equality in your workplace, schools, and communities.
🎨 Attend or host creative events that uplift q***r stories.

This month — and every month — let’s stand together in love, joy, and solidarity. 🌟