Autism Day Treatment Program

The Autism Day Treatment (ADT) program at St. David's Center is for children ages 18 months to five years, who have a medical diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

Our ADT program is the only day treatment program in the West metro that uses a mental health approach and leverages an interdisciplinary team of child therapists including a:

• Licensed psychologist/mental health professional
• Mental health practitioner
• Music therapist
• Occupational therapist
• Speech/language therapist

This intensive program takes an integrated approach to treating challenges associated with ASD – including difficulties with social interaction, communication, sensory processing and self-regulation - and creates a tailored plan to meet each child's individual needs.

The ADT program at St. David's Center then provides an opportunity for children on the autism spectrum to transfer to a supportive and inclusive preschool in the same building – resulting in children that function well inside and outside of the classroom.

We recognize that the entire family is affected by autism; therefore, we value communication and collaboration with parents and caregivers of every child in the program. Support groups and workshops also are available.

Autism Day Treatment Family Support Groups

St. David's Center hosts ongoing Family Support Groups for current and past Autism Day Treatment families. More info.

Autism Day Treatment Information Session

For parents that have a child on the autism spectrum and are interested in learning more about the ADT Program, this one-hour meeting is presented by ADT Program Supervisor Sarah Rehman, MA, LP and Dani Huttner, SLP, and discusses: the ADT philosophy and treatment approaches, the multi-disciplinary team, the intake process, family support services and funding. Parents have the opportunity to ask questions specific to their child as well as tour the treatment spaces. It is highly recommended that all families on the ADT Program waitlist and those considering the ADT program attend an information session.

Next session: Monday, August 5, 2013 from 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at the Minnetonka campus.

Payment/Funding

• Many major insurances, Medical Assistance/TEFRA, PMAPs and private pay .
• Medica customers may qualify for our autism support services.

Learn More
To learn more or to attend one of our information sessions, please contact our Central Office of Resources and Enrollment (CORE) at 952-548-8700 or coreinfo@stdavidscenter.org.