Westside Children's Therapy

04/21/2026

Our next Weekend Make-Up ABA Therapy Day is Saturday, May 2nd and the theme is... SUPERHERO TRAINING CAMP! 🦸‍♀️🦸

Missed a training mission? No worries — every hero gets a second chance, and we’ve got you covered.

Your little hero has a chance to jump back in, stay on track, and keep making progress — all while having an awesome time.

📅 Saturday, May 2nd
⏰ 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
🚨 SPOTS ARE LIMITED — don't wait!

👉 Reserve your child's spot before it's gone: https://hubs.la/Q04cPwR40

04/20/2026

Caption this. 📸

Nichole, RBT at our DeKalb clinic, went ALL out for Decades Day — and honestly? She's totally rad. 🤘

Drop your best caption in the comments 👇

04/17/2026

We Have a Champion!🏀🏆
Congratulations to SLP Jess P. from Glen Ellyn for winning the March Madness bracket challenge and taking home the most legendary prize in the building — the Westside Championship Belt. We're bringing back an old tradition, and we couldn't think of a better reason to dust it off. This is what Westside is all about — a little friendly competition, a lot of heart, and a team that shows up for each other every single day.💛

04/16/2026

🐺🏒 That’s a wrap on our season, and what a way to end it!

A few of our lucky employees and their families got to experience something truly special — warming up on the bench alongside the players and taking a ride on the Zamboni! 🎉

And to top it all off, it was Westside “Skates” Bobblehead night! From working the table to watching the pure joy on everyone’s faces, we are so incredibly grateful for every moment shared this season. These are the memories that make it all worth it. 🙌

🎁 GIVEAWAY ALERT: The first 10 people to comment below will score a FREE Skates Bobblehead! Don’t miss out — drop a comment NOW! 👇

04/15/2026

🌸Spring just got a whole lot more fun.

Golf. Flights. Sailing. Swimming. Cheering. Game nights. ALL designed with your kid in mind.
🏌️✈️⛵🏊‍♀️📣🎲

We rounded up some of the best sensory-friendly + inclusive spring events in the area — and yes, some are FREE. You're welcome. 😃

We did the research, you just show up!
👉 https://hubs.la/Q04c2SBp0

Spring is full of exciting opportunities for children with disabilities, autism spectrum differences, and sensory […]

04/14/2026

Alya started at Westside as an RBT while working toward her Master's degree. Now she's weeks away from graduating debt-free and stepping into her BCBA career. That's what the Westside University Partnership Program is built for, and we're proud to support our team members through every step of the journey.

We offer:
🎓 FREE tuition — yes, we pay for your education!
🕒 Flexible scheduling that works around your classes
🤝 Hands-on mentorship from experienced BCBAs
📚 Real support for your academic journey
💛 A team that genuinely shows up for you

Because when our team thrives, so do the kids and families we serve. 🌟

Ready to join a team that invests in YOUR future? Apply to become an RBT at Westside today — https://hubs.la/Q04bGwsY0

04/13/2026

Does your child need a haircut but the sounds, smells, and sensations make it really hard? You're not alone — and we've got something special for you. 💙✂️

Westside Children's Therapy is partnering with The Original Barber Company to host a Sensory-Friendly Haircut Event — designed with your child's comfort in mind, every step of the way.

Please note: This event is exclusively for current Westside clients.

📅 Sunday, April 26th
⏰ 9AM – 12PM
📍 742 Essington Road, Joliet, IL 60435

Spots are LIMITED and each appointment is up to 1 hour — so your child gets the time and patience they deserve.

👉 Call or text 815-220-5632 to reserve your spot today!

Share this with a Westside family who could use this. 💙

04/09/2026

This is us. And we couldn't be more proud. 💙

This Autism Acceptance Month, our staff is wearing 'This is Me' t-shirts featuring artwork from one of our very own kiddos — a little artist from our Homer Glen location whose planet artwork won all of our hearts. 🪐

We asked our kids to draw what makes them THEM. Every single one was a winner to us. Because every child's world is worth celebrating.

04/08/2026

What's better than one Westside executive visit? TWO! 🙌

CFO Melissa and CEO Mark came to Plainfield and this team brought the energy as always. Great conversations, big ideas, and lots of laughs. You remind us every day why we love what we do. 💙

Plainfield, you always bring it. 👏

04/08/2026

Our next Weekend Make-Up Therapy Day is Saturday, April 18th and the theme is... 🐣 EGG-CELENT ADVENTURES! 🐣

If life got in the way of an ABA session this month, this is your perfect solution — a fun, Easter-themed day designed to keep your child on track without touching your weekday schedule.

Your child will enjoy:
🌱 Hands-on spring activities
💬 Communication-building exercises
🤝 Social interaction practice
🎨 Sensory play
🎯 Goal-focused games tailored to their individual needs

All wrapped up in an egg-stra special adventure they'll LOVE! 🐰

Spots are LIMITED! 👉 Reserve your child's spot before it's gone:
https://hubs.la/Q048wzGR0

04/06/2026

For many families of children with autism, potty training can feel like a daunting task. That's why Westside is here to help guide families every step of the way. 💙

What many people don't realize is that potty training requires multiple skills working together:

🌟 Sensory awareness
🌟 Body awareness
🌟 Communication
🌟 Motor Planning
🌟Emotional Regulation

Research shows only 35% of autistic children are fully potty trained by 36 months. Progress looks different for every child — and with the right support, they absolutely can get there.

🔗 Read our full guide here:

Potty training looks different for every child, and timelines can vary widely—even among neurotypical kids. […]

04/01/2026

April is Autism Acceptance Month — and this year, we're going beyond awareness. 💙 Every child we work with has taught us something powerful: autism looks different in every single child, progress isn't always loud, and behavior is always communication. This month, we're sharing what families and our therapists wish more people knew about autism — because understanding leads to acceptance, and acceptance changes lives. Check out our latest blog: Seeing the Whole Child: A More Compassionate Look at Autism.

What We Wish People Knew About Autism April is Autism Acceptance Month, and April 2nd […]