Stride Counseling and Behavioral Services

Stride Counseling and Behavioral Services We provide behavior management and recreation therapy for individuals on the Indiana Medicaid Wavier.

Pet therapy is a wonderful way to bring comfort, connection, and joy! 🐾 Sheri and Sarah enjoyed their rec therapy sessio...
10/27/2025

Pet therapy is a wonderful way to bring comfort, connection, and joy! 🐾 Sheri and Sarah enjoyed their rec therapy sessions surrounded by their favorite furry friends — a perfect mix of relaxation and companionship. 💕

Sliding into fall with Levi and his BC Allie! 🍂🍁 Levi continues making strides in community involvement and building his...
10/25/2025

Sliding into fall with Levi and his BC Allie! 🍂🍁 Levi continues making strides in community involvement and building his communication skills — autumn adventures never looked so good!

Nick continues to amaze his team with his incredible growth! 🌟 He’s been trying new things and even got in the pool for ...
10/24/2025

Nick continues to amaze his team with his incredible growth! 🌟 He’s been trying new things and even got in the pool for some aquatic therapy with his Rec Therapist, Calista, and BC. Teamwork makes the progress shine — Nick is truly excelling! 💪💦

Ella and Behavior Consultant Allie hit up Science Central for a day full of curiosity and connection! 🔬💫 From hands-on e...
10/21/2025

Ella and Behavior Consultant Allie hit up Science Central for a day full of curiosity and connection! 🔬💫 From hands-on exhibits to interactive fun, Ella explored her surroundings while working on taking cues and building confidence along the way!

Great day at the Job Fair seeking outstanding candidates to join our STRIDE family.
10/10/2025

Great day at the Job Fair seeking outstanding candidates to join our STRIDE family.

💪 Our STRIDE crew hit the mats (as spectators!) at a local wrestling match 🏟️👏Not only did we enjoy the excitement of th...
09/28/2025

💪 Our STRIDE crew hit the mats (as spectators!) at a local wrestling match 🏟️👏
Not only did we enjoy the excitement of the competition, but we also worked on social skills- from cheering on athletes together to navigating conversations in a lively crowd.

It was a perfect mix of fun, friendship, and learning in action! 🤝✨

✨DSANI Buddy Walk 2025✨Behavior Consultant & Recreational Therapist, Allie Pensyl, had an absolute blast with her amazin...
09/13/2025

✨DSANI Buddy Walk 2025✨
Behavior Consultant & Recreational Therapist, Allie Pensyl, had an absolute blast with her amazing pals! 💙💛 The day was full of smiles, laughter, friendship, and plenty of walking around the stadium 🏟️. Such a joyful day honoring community, inclusion, and all the buddies who make this walk so special! ✨💫

08/26/2025

🚨The State Ombudsman, Matt Rodway, has indicated that he wants to hear directly from families and clients about how the proposed therapy hour caps would affect them.

📧Email: Matt.Rodway@fssa.in.gov
📞Call: 317-503-1217

When encouraging families or clients to connect with him, please share the following key points they may want to highlight in their conversations or letters:

• Hour caps do not reflect individual needs. Therapy should be tailored to each person, not rationed.
• Recreation Therapy and Music Therapy improve health, independence, and social skills for many waiver participants.
• Limiting therapy hours may increase long-term costs by reducing preventive supports, which can lead to higher hospitalizations and crisis interventions.
• Policy decisions should include input from therapists, families, and self-advocates who understand the real-world impact.
• Families and participants face barriers accessing alternative services like DIH or PAC and need strong allies to ensure their voices are heard.
Important Guidance for Families

To make their advocacy as effective and respectful as possible, please suggest that families:

✅ Use clinical language (e.g., “Recreation Therapy helps my loved one manage anxiety and build coping skills” rather than “provides emotional support”).
✅ Refer to therapy sessions as clinical treatment (e.g., “sessions” or “interventions”), not simply “outings.”
✅ Focus on skills, outcomes, and health improvements rather than general enjoyment or entertainment.
✅ Avoid cussing, venting, or blaming the state. Keeping communication professional and respectful will ensure their concerns are taken seriously.

RTI is excited to have this opportunity for families and individuals to provide direct feedback. There is a handout above that can be shared with families.

There is only have THIS week and NEXT before the state is required to submit their decisions to CMS so please make contact with those families quickly and encourage them to call or email ASAP.

Team Spotlight Time!!! Jen Sanow, CTRS  🧠☕💬 Favorite part of the job: "My favorite part is all the people I've met"🏀 Fav...
08/22/2025

Team Spotlight Time!!!

Jen Sanow, CTRS 🧠☕

💬 Favorite part of the job: "My favorite part is all the people I've met"

🏀 Favorite sport to watch: Basketball

🎬 Favorite TV Show: Any trashy tv lol

Logan and therapist Nicole took therapy to new heights at Indiana Beach! 🎡 From the Ferris wheel to bumper cars, they bo...
08/14/2025

Logan and therapist Nicole took therapy to new heights at Indiana Beach! 🎡 From the Ferris wheel to bumper cars, they boosted physical activity, practiced social safety skills, and had a blast making memories along the way! 🚗💨☀️

Team Spotlight Time!!! Allison Downan, CTRS  🧠☕💬 Favorite part of the job: "I love having the ability to work with all k...
08/12/2025

Team Spotlight Time!!!

Allison Downan, CTRS 🧠☕

💬 Favorite part of the job: "I love having the ability to work with all kinds of disabilities, age groups, and families."

🌸 Favorite Season: Spring

🍴 Favorite Snack: Takis with cream cheese

Come back on Friday for our next Team Spotlight!

Jacoby and Naylei are soaring high in their leisure engagement journey — one swing at a time! 🛝😄What you see: Two friend...
07/29/2025

Jacoby and Naylei are soaring high in their leisure engagement journey — one swing at a time! 🛝😄

What you see: Two friends having fun at the park
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What we see: Leisure engagement with opportunities to work on social safety skills in the community, building of meaningful relationships, and communication skills!

Address

6223 Constitution Drive
Fort Wayne, IN
46804

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm

Telephone

+12603856886

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