NESCA Founder Dr. Ann Helmus Announces Formation of a New Clinical Division

The Developmental Collaborative at NESCA

Specializing in the Evaluation and Treatment of Developmental Disorders

Our Mission

• To offer unsurpassed thoroughness and accuracy in the evaluation of autism spectrum and other developmental disorders, by highly-trained and experienced clinicians using the best diagnostic instruments available and upholding an evolving standard of care reflecting best practices.
• To treat clients compassionately as individuals, recognizing that no single approach is likely to be appropriate for all, and so, remaining open to many; to develop long-term relationships with both clients and their families, from the initial diagnosis through the transition into adulthood, along the way supporting parents and siblings as necessary; to deliver services, including reports, referrals and recommendations, promptly, with quality uncompromised; and to be a trustworthy guide to whatever other resources might be required.
• To remain open to the possibility that the symptoms that define autism are generated by complex interactions among several underlying causes, and that these themselves must be properly addressed along with their associated behaviors; to regulate those behaviors both effectively and humanely, using evidence-based methods and complementary therapeutic modalities, while respecting our clients' individual circumstances and bearing in mind that their well-being is always our principal concern.
• To listen, to learn, to grow and to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, training and innovation in order to become and remain a trusted resources for the autism community.