Chicago Education Project would like to announce availability for fall clinic and school options. We offer individual and small group instruction for children and families with autism. All of our programs emphasize student motivation while using data and research to guide program decisions. Programs are supervised by those certified in behavior analysis (BCBAs), RDI®, and the Association Method.

The Chicago Education Project, a nonprofit school and clinic for children with ASD disorders, has expanded services to include speech therapy, occupational therapy, social skills groups, counseling and behavioral consultations. We are excited to welcome:

Kathryn Kunkel, MS, CCC-SLP, BCBA
Courtney Kerin, MOT, OTR/L
Heidi Mateja, M.Ed
Mollye Moore, MSW
Karyn Olzak, BA
Melinda Pieniazek, MA, BCBA

We'd also like to extend a warm welcome to Steven Ward, MA, BCBA and Teresa Grimes, MS, BCBA, from Whole Child Consulting.

Individualized ABA/VB Programs
Ages: 2+
Times: Based on parent and CEP decision

Chicago Education Project allows parents to choose an option that best fits their family's lifestyle. Center and home-based options offer trained therapists and BCBA Consultants who provide instruction at an intensive level, providing parents with the training and tools needed for continued success at home. After an initial assessment, our Consultants will meet with you to determine a treatment program that best meets your family's needs.

BCBA Consultations: $100 per hour
1:1 instruction with Bachelor's or Master's level therapist: $45 per hour.

Intensive Year-round School
Ages 3-5 and 6-8
9:00a-3:00p MTRF, 9:00a-2:00p W

Students who need a more intensive approach to their education may be eligible for Chicago Education Project's School for Special Education. Students receive 1:1 instruction with daily supervision from Master's level teachers, BCBAs, RDI® Consultants, and Social Workers. Individualized treatment plans will be created and daily measurement of goals recorded to ensure student success and progress.

Early Childhood Play and Communication
Ages 2-4
Groups are available:
MWF: 9:00a-11:00a ($270 per week)
TR: 9:00a-11:00a ($180 per week)

These groups, for a minimum of 3 children and a maximum of 5 children, ages 2-4, are designed to incorporate social, language, and motor skills through fun and interactive games and activities. Groups are led by experienced therapists and Licensed Social Workers, and emphasize sharing, joint attention, and play. This group is ideal for younger children with a diagnosis of PDD, ASD, or HFA.

Beginning Social Skills Groups
Ages 2+
$60 one hour group session
$120 one hour individual session
Please call for scheduling and availability.

Led by a Licensed Social Worker with support from Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), our social skills groups are designed to address both verbal and non-verbal communication skills. Students will work on referencing, joint attention, sharing, waiting, and coordination. Parents are encouraged to share their personal goals for their child in the program. Progress reports and homework assignments allow carry-over for the home environment, and communication with any other professionals in the child's life. Groups are limited in size and prerequisites may be required, depending on group participants.

Advanced Social Skills Group
Ages 2+
$60 one hour group session
$100 one hour individual session
Please call for scheduling and availability.

This group is tailored for children who posses emerging social skills including turn taking, waiting, expressing needs and wants, and basic referencing, but may need additional support with expressing emotions, sharing thoughts and feelings, and conversing with others. Working 1:1 or in small groups of two, our Licensed Social Worker will create individualized programs that best meet the social needs of each child.

Individual and Family Counseling
$120 per session individual/couple
$25 per session parent support group (six-week session, minimum of five parents)

Families of children with disabilities experience unique challenges, often leading to feelings of being lost, overwhelmed, anxious, and depressed. Accessing support from professionals and other parents in similar situations can allow you to refocus, prioritize, and identify goals for yourself, your child, and your family. Individual, couples and parent group counseling is available.

To apply for one of our fall programs, please contact us at 847.884.7030 for more information, including pricing.