New View Autism Clinic

08/18/2026

Children thrive when the adults around them work together. 💚

That’s why we’re so excited to welcome Chrysalis Therapy as part of our growing community of collaborative professionals!

At New View, our goal has always been to provide individualized, child-led support that helps children build meaningful skills for everyday life. We know that no two children are alike — and neither are their needs. Sometimes, supporting the whole child means bringing different professionals together to share knowledge, perspectives, and strategies.

That’s where collaboration makes such a difference. 🤝
Chrysalis Therapy provides occupational therapy to support individuals in participating more fully in the everyday activities that matter most to them — including sensory processing and regulation, feeding, motor skills, executive functioning, and daily living skills.

When ABA providers, occupational therapists, families, and other members of a child’s support team communicate and collaborate, we can create more connected and meaningful support.

At New View Autism, we’re committed to:
✨ Connection over compliance
✨ Child-led, play-based learning
✨ Neurodiversity-affirming support
✨ Individualized goals and strategies
✨ Family partnership
✨ Building skills that matter in real life
✨ Collaborating with the professionals who support each child

We’re proud to continue building a community where families don’t have to navigate support alone. 💚

Welcome, Chrysalis Therapy! 🦋
We’re grateful to have you in the New View community and look forward to the ways we can work together to support children and families in our community.

Learn more about Chrysalis Therapy:
chrysalistherapy.org

Learn more about New View Autism:
www.newviewautism.com

08/14/2026

💅✨ A little self-care, a lot of fun!

One of our kiddos and their RBT had the BEST time enjoying a fun nail day together! Moments like these are about so much more than pretty nails—they’re about connection, choice-making, practicing independence, and making therapy feel fun and meaningful. 💚

07/31/2026

Exciting news for Iowa families! 💙

Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Iowa does not require an autism diagnosis for ABA therapy coverage. This means children who need support may be able to access services much sooner—without waiting through the lengthy autism diagnostic process.

This could benefit children who:

• Are currently waiting for an autism evaluation or diagnosis

• Need additional support with communication, emotional regulation, social interaction, daily routines, or independence

• Are experiencing behaviors or skill gaps that make it difficult to participate fully in a private school, childcare, or preschool setting

ABA services can take place at our clinic or within a child’s childcare or preschool setting, allowing support to happen where it may be most helpful.

If your child has Wellmark BCBS of Iowa and could benefit from additional support, reach out to New View Autism. We would be happy to help you learn more and explore your family’s coverage!

www.NewViewAutism.com

07/30/2026

Staff Spotlight
✨Sarah✨

💙What inspired you to work with children and in the autism field?

I’ve worked with children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities since I was 16 years old. I started at my local park district, helping provide after-school and weekend programming, and I also coached Special Olympics. During that time, I discovered how much I loved supporting individuals in this capacity, and that passion has stayed with me ever since. I later became a special education teacher, but I knew I wanted to work in ABA because it allows me to make a meaningful difference in children’s lives beyond the classroom.

💙What is your favorite toy or activity to play with in the clinic?

I’m loving our new swing, but I also enjoy reading books with our learners, playing with Play-Doh, and getting creative through imaginative play with our play vet center and kitchen!

💙What is something fun or unique about you outside of work?

I love spending time outdoors! If I could spend every weekend hiking a trail or going for a bike ride, I absolutely would. I also love spending quality time with my family and going on fun adventures together whenever we can.

07/24/2026

This week our learners had so much fun getting creative with crafts! 🎨

✨ Hands-on activities like these provide opportunities to build communication, fine motor, and social skills through play and each child’s unique interests. We love celebrating creativity while making learning engaging and meaningful! 💙

🔗 www.NewViewAutism.com

07/22/2026

🍓 Snack time can be about so much more than eating.

Every child experiences mealtimes differently. Some may be learning to use a spoon, keep food on their plate, communicate what they need, or participate in mealtime routines with greater independence.

And sitting still doesn’t have to be the goal. If a child’s body needs movement, we meet them where they are and help them move safely while continuing to participate.

Through naturalistic, child-led ABA, skills can be practiced within real routines and at a pace that respects each child’s individual needs.
Progress may look like:
✨ Using utensils with greater independence
✨ Communicating wants and needs
✨ Participating safely in mealtime routines
✨ Keeping food and utensils in the eating area
✨ Recognizing and responding to what their body needs

These everyday moments may seem small, but they help build confidence, independence, and skills that can carry over into life at home and in the community.

07/17/2026

✨Immediate Openings for Clinic-Based ABA Therapy in Urbandale! ✨

At New View Autism, we provide individualized, child-led, play-based ABA therapy for young children with autism in a warm, welcoming environment where relationships come first. Every child is unique, and we believe therapy should be too. Our team focuses on building communication, social, daily living, and independence skills through engaging, natural learning experiences tailored to each child’s strengths, interests, and needs.

We’re also excited to share that Chrysalis Therapy is now onsite at New View Autism! Families can now access speech therapy, occupational therapy, and feeding therapy—all in one convenient location. This allows for greater collaboration between providers and a more connected, family-centered approach to care.

We know that starting autism services can feel overwhelming. Whether your child has recently received an autism diagnosis, you’re on a waitlist for services, or you’re exploring your options, we’re here to help. Our team is happy to answer your questions, explain the therapy process, and help you determine whether New View Autism is the right fit for your family.

📍 Conveniently located in Urbandale, we proudly serve families throughout the Des Moines metro and across Central Iowa.

Our goal is to partner with families to help children learn, grow, and thrive in a supportive, compassionate environment.

If you’d like to learn more or schedule a tour, we’d love to connect with you!

📞 (515) 630-0274 �🌐 www.newviewautism.com

We look forward to meeting your family! 💙

07/11/2026