Little Steps for Big Life Wins.
Special Services for Children with Autism.

Using the scientifically-proven A.B.A. method, a.c.e. Therapies help children with Austim gain independence and achieve daily skills that last a lifetime.

In-clinic and at-home care.

We accept Blue Cross/Blue Shield, United Health, Cigna, and Aetna insurance plans.

COVID UPDATE: We are a state-approved, essential business and we take careful precautions to ensure the safety of your child.

A Journey We Take Together.

At a.c.e. Therapies, our trained specialists can create a customized, goal-oriented program for your child whether they’ve been diagnosed with Autism or need social skills help.

We offer in-home services to avoid disrupting your child. We believe to create change and build skill sets, we need to operate in the natural environment of the child. a.c.e. is not part of a corporation. We’re independently owned and operated. We become part of your family because it’s a journey we all take together.

We also offer in-clinic services in Lockport, IL with Merrionette Park, IL coming soon.

Little Acers
Programs for Early Childhood

Behavioral

Anger management
Listening skills
Coping mechanisms
Anxiety
Process feelings
Throwing, hitting

Daily Life

Potty training
Bathing/Brushing teeth
Nutrition
Cleanliness
Exercise

Social Skills

Communication
Handle peer conflict
Sharing
Play skills

Development for Ages 6+
to Young Adult

Behavioral

Anger management
Anxiety
Cping mechanisms
Tolerance to change
Waiting

Social Skills

Social cues
Use of appropriate humor
Peer conflict
Listening skills
Respond to questions
Digital communication:
proper texting, email and appropriate social media engagement

Daily Life

Chores: laundry, dishes, cleaning up
Exercise
Personal hygiene/self-care Leisure and recreation: hobbies, art, group games
Proper nutrition

Why a.c.e. Therapies?

  • Independently owned and operated. We’re not a corporation which means we pay attention to the little things.
  • We come to you. We are a full-service center that offers in-home care so children can learn in their own natural environments.
  • Our experienced and trained specialists in A.B.A. will create a customized, goal-oriented program for your child.

How We Work

  • CONFIDENTIAL FREE CONSULTATION: Talk over the phone or via email – whatever works best for you. Explore health insurance and program options.
  • ASSESSMENT: Assess child and their custom needs
  • PLANNING: Create a roadmap and a goal-oriented plan addressing little and big needs like social skills or specific skill development.
  • IN-HOME VISIT: Visit your home and meet your family and get to know your child’s environment. Or in-clinic orientation.

a.c.e. Therapies also offers parents special education help:

  • IEP Assessments
  • Reviewing records
  • Student observations in-class
  • Assistance with the overall special education process
  • Positive Parenting Lessons