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Special Needs

Create a strong foundation for your baby’s development A child’s first year creates the foundation for successful growth on many levels. From rolling to walking, playing to talking, if your child isn’t meeting their milestones, we’re here to support your family so you can thrive.
Our physical, occupational and speech therapists specialize in treating torticollis, feeding issues, developmental delay, Autism Spectrum Disorder, physical disabilities, hand/arm injuries and more. It’s our goal to empower families with children birth–18 years to succeed at home, at school and out in the world.
For two decades, we’ve been an independently owned local business that is passionate about serving Northwest families.
bpandht.com • 425-481-1933 office@bpht.com
Adaptive Equipment
eSpecial Needs Provider of adaptive equipment and therapy products, including strollers, toys, clothing, furniture and learning tools Shop online; 1-877-664-4565 especialneeds.com
Firefly Range of adaptive equipment products inspired by a mission to support “special needs family participation” for kids ages 1–16 years Shop online; hello@fireflyfriends.com fireflyfriends.com hello@fireflyfriends.com
Washington Assistive Technology Act Program (WATAP) Resources, demonstrations and evaluations to help parents find assistive technology that will work best for their child Statewide; 1-800-214-8731 watap.org
Autism Spectrum Disorder
A.P.P.L.E. Consulting Providing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services to individuals ages 0–21 with autism and their families Bothell, serving King, Snohomish and Kitsap counties; 206-437-5412 apple-asd.com info@apple-asd.com
Aspiring Youth Program Social skills groups, summer camps, tutoring and other services geared for students ages 8 and older with autism, Asperger syndrome, ADHD, learning disabilities or other similar traits Seattle, Bellevue, Redmond, West Seattle, South Seattle; 206-517-0241 aspiringyouth.net info@aspiringyouth.net
The Autism Exchange (AEX) Custom software and interactive tools for securely accessing, organizing and interlinking information for and by autism caregivers Online resource; theautismexchange.com


Embracing Children of Diverse Abilities and Their Families Since 1962, Kindering has embraced children of diverse abilities and their families by providing the finest education and therapies to nurture hope, courage and the skills to soar. Our services are offered in-person or virtually through teletherapy.
Kindering supports children (birth–11) during critical windows of brain development with a comprehensive menu of services, including: developmental evaluations; physical, speech, occupational, behavioral and feeding therapies; early learning supports and inclusive toddler preschool. No referral needed. Visit us online to learn more about your child’s development and how Kindering can help your child and your family thrive.
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Basic Beginnings Providing children with autism and other special needs the opportunity to gain the necessary basic life skills to build confidence and independence Kirkland; 425-922-7720 basicbeginnings.net tabitha@basicbeginnings.net
Connections Behavior Planning & Intervention Home-, school- and center-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism (ASD), reactive attachment disorders and developmental disabilities Lynnwood, Kirkland, Kent; 425-658 3016 connections-behavior.com support@connections-behavior.com
Integrated Developmental Center Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA), occupational therapy, speech therapy and psychological services Bothell; 206-573-0964 idc-wa.com bothellclinic@apple-asd.com International Center for Autism and Neurodevelopment (ICAN) OT, PT, ABA, SLP, psychological services and summer camps Bellevue north location (425-644-6328), Bellevue south location (425-657-0620) i-can.center
Jigsaw Junction Center-based organization providing behavior analytic intervention to children on the autism spectrum Kirkland; 425-307-1815 jigsawjunction.com admin@jigsawjunction.com
Northwest Autism Center Information, awareness, education and training to build our community’s capacity and competency in providing services and access for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) Spokane, statewide; 509-328-1582 nwautism.org info@nwautism.org

Early supports for your child — even during COVID-19
You don’t have to miss out on evaluation and therapy for your child due to COVID-19. Northwest Center Kids Early Supports is here to support families and children from birth to age 3 with a free assessment, virtual therapy and tech devices for those who qualify.
Our team of therapists and educators will: • Listen to your concerns • Evaluate your child’s development • Provide resources for your family • Work with you to create a plan to support your child’s development • Communicate with your family in the language you are comfortable with, through interpreters or bilingual staff
A doctor’s referral is not necessary in order to receive our services. Please reach out today.



NWC Kids Early Supports: family-centered services for children ages 0–3. Physical, speech-language, occupational and feeding therapies, nutrition, family resources, mental health.

Helping children reach their full potential Wonderland is dedicated to helping children reach healthy milestones and supporting their families during the most critical time in development. Our early-support services (currently virtual) are for children birth to age 3 with a range of developmental challenges — from speech and motor delays to feeding issues and autism. We offer a comprehensive developmental evaluation at no cost to your family, as well as financial aid for ongoing sessions. For children with prenatal exposure to drugs or alcohol, we provide trauma-informed care at Hope RISING Clinic for Prenatal Substance Exposure. Learn more about our evidence-based programs and how Wonderland can help your family thrive.
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Washington Autism Alliance and Advocacy (WAAA) Providing workshops and education/resource coordination expertise to help children and adults with ASD and other developmental disabilities thrive Redmond; 425-894-7231 washingtonautismadvocacy.org office@washingtonautismadvocacy.org
Learning + Developmental Differences
The Arc of King County Advocacy for quality services and necessary funding to meet the needs of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities Seattle; 206-364-6337 arcofkingcounty.org info@arcofkingcounty.org
Bothell Pediatric & Hand Therapy ................ 59 Helping children thrive in their daily activities at home, school and play with occupational, physical, speech and feeding therapies Greater Seattle area; 425-481-1933 bpandht.com office@bpht.com 62 Brock’s Academy Offering premium, one-on-one tutoring and private school classes to K–12 students who need support in specific subject areas Woodinville; 425-483-1353 brocksacademy.com admin@brocksacademy.com
The Center for Child Development Psychiatric assessment and psychotherapy for children, adolescents and adults; neuropsychological and psychological evaluations and more Bellevue, Issaquah; 425-877-3484 centerforchilddevelopmentwa.com
CHADD Eastside Support and information for families and individuals living with ADHD Greater Eastside eastside-chadd.org eastside@CHADD.org
CHILD – Children’s Institute for Learning Differences Providing innovative school programs, therapies and training that promote social, emotional and academic development for children with special needs Renton; 425-336-3260 (toll-free: 1-866-492-4902) childnow.org