Welcome to Balance Autism - Metro West

 

In February, 2025, Balance Autism became the proud partner of Metro West Learning Center. The union of these two organizations signifies a shared commitment to improving outcomes for individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities across central Iowa. With enhanced resources, innovative programming, and a broader network of support, Balance Autism is intentionally positioned to make a significant impact in the lives of the families they serve.

Metro West's strong foundation and expertise is why Balance Autism was interested in collaborating with Metro West. We aim to honor the legacy of the organization while introducing new opportunities and enhancements that will benefit you and your loved ones. Our commitment to providing outstanding support and services remains our highest priority.

Together, we unite science with imagination, evidence with creativity and research with compassion – to bring balance to the lives of those we serve.

SERVICES OFFERED AT METRO WEST

Specialties We're Proud to Share

At the heart of what we do is a commitment to meeting people where they are, offering compassionate expertise and personalized support across a variety of specialized services. Below is a list of some areas we focus on, depending on a child's needs.

  • ABA programming
  • Communication
  • Augmentative and alternative communication methods
  • Desensitization
  • Daily living
  • Pragmatic language and social interaction skills
  • Personal Hygiene
  • Safety skills
  • Play skills
  • Family training and education
  • Community integration
  • Sexual education
  • Aggression, self-injury, property destruction, or other high-intensive behaviors
  • Group programs (social skills groups, school readiness, preschool)
  • Feeding and eating challenges
  • Sensory challenges
  • Self regulation, co-regulation and coping strategies
  • Early intervention and Naturalistic Developmental Behavior Interventions  

Assessments and Curriculum

We offer a wide range of specialty services, along with a variety of assessments—many of which also serve as curriculum—that our team is trained to use to ensure a holistic, individualized approach to learning. A sampling of those are included below:

  • FLASH
  • PEERS Preschool, Adolescent and Youth Adults
  • AIM Explorers
  • AIM
  • 5's Against the Law
  • Jasper
  • ESDM
  • Unstuck and On Target
  • Preschool Life Skills

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Balance Autism is more than a workplace—it’s a community built on care, compassion, and connection. Together, we celebrate every success, big and small. We’ll support your journey as you help others discover their potential.