You've secured an autism diagnosis. You've found an ABA provider. Now comes the part that catches many Georgia families off guard: proving your child actually needs the therapy. An autism diagnosis alone won't cut it with Georgia Medicaid or private insurance. The system demands something more specific: documented proof of medical necessity. And once you've […]
If you've been hearing talk about Medicaid changes in Georgia and you're worried about your child's ABA therapy hours, you're not alone. Parents across the state are anxious. The questions keep coming: Will my child lose hours? Are they cutting coverage? What happens with reauthorization? Here's what Georgia families need to know about Medicaid ABA […]
If you're a Georgia parent raising a child with a disability, you've probably heard whispers about the Katie Beckett Waiver. Maybe another parent at therapy mentioned it. Maybe your pediatrician suggested looking into it. Or maybe you've been Googling "Georgia autism resources" at 2 AM, desperate to find financial relief. Here's the good news: the […]
Black History Month & The Conversation We Need to Have February is Black History Month: a time to celebrate contributions, honor legacy, and reflect on progress. It's also the perfect time to have an honest conversation about something our field has struggled with for far too long: diversity in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Here's the […]
Finding the right ABA therapy provider for your child is one of the most important decisions you'll ever make. And if you're searching for ABA therapy in Tyrone, Georgia, you've probably noticed there are quite a few options out there. So how do you choose? At Myers Assessment & Therapeutic Service (MATS), we believe the […]
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Making friends doesn't come naturally to every child. Some kids struggle to read social cues, start conversations, or navigate the unwritten rules of the playground. If you've watched your child stand on the sidelines at Shamrock Park in Tyrone or sit alone during lunch at school, you know that quiet ache parents feel. The good […]
You walked into that IEP meeting ready to fight for your child. You left with a stack of papers, a head full of acronyms, and the sinking feeling that nobody actually heard what you were saying. Sound familiar? If you're navigating the special education system in Georgia, you're not alone. The Individualized Education Program (IEP) […]
Navigating the Toughest Moments with Compassionate Support All parents face challenging behaviors, but for families supporting a child with Autism or other developmental differences, these moments can sometimes escalate into a behavioral crisis. A crisis is more than a tantrum; it is a point where the safety of the individual or others is at risk, […]
Published by Myers Assessment and Therapeutic Services (MATS) When families start ABA therapy, they often think of it as something that happens during scheduled sessions. But here’s the truth: the most powerful, lasting progress happens when parents become active partners in their child’s treatment. At MATS, comprehensive parent training isn’t just an add-on—it’s central to […]
