When I founded Stride Autism Centers, my vision was to create an environment where children with autism receive exceptional early intervention therapy, and where our team members feel valued and supported. Today, I am honored to announce that Stride Autism Centers has been recognized as a 2025 Top Workplaces USA Today Award winner by…
As part of its Autism Acceptance Month efforts, WHO 13 News — Des Moines’s local NBC station — sat down with Brad Zelinger, our Founder and CEO here at Stride Autism Centers. Not only did they discuss the new Stride location opening up in Des Moines, but Zelinger and Anchor, Erin Kiernan, also explored effective…
When looking for a preschool for your child with autism, you have a lot to consider. You want a place they’ll feel safe and comfortable. You want the teachers and staff to be excited about their work and ready to partner with you. And you want to make sure that your child is in a…
Committed to assisting preschool aged children with autism and their families, Stride Autism Centers (“Stride”) is proud to announce the opening of our brand new location in Orland Park, Illinois. Enrollment is now open for children ages 2 to 6 at this new center, which is conveniently located at 18080 Wolf Rd. This represents our…
Stride Autism Centers Seeks to Help Nebraska Families with Its Center-Based ABA Therapy Program. As a provider of evidence-based therapy for preschool-age children with autism, Stride Autism Centers is thrilled to announce two new convenient locations in Nebraska. Enrollment for children ages 2-6 has begun for our Lincoln clinic, located at 4545 S 86th St,…
A recent piece written by Lauren Dietrich for the Lincoln Journal Star discusses the exciting launch of our Lincoln location. The article provides a wonderful overview of Stride’s evidence-based program, operating philosophy, and commitment to helping local families get the support they need. It also includes insight from Founder and CEO Brad Zelinger, as well…
Stride is pleased to announce that enrollment for children ages 2 to 6 is open at our new center in Lincoln, Nebraska. Conveniently located at 4545 S. 86th St. Suite 101, this clinic allows us to expand our reach and assist families across Southeastern Nebraska. We are also excited to be starting a center in…
Stride is proud to announce that it’s Founder & CEO, Brad Zelinger, has helped raise over $2,000,000 towards Rett Syndrome research. Brad’s sister, Marissa, and the challenges she’s faced due to her autism-related disorder, is the inspiration behind Stride Autism Centers. This year’s Reverse Rett Chicago event was held virtually and raised nearly $250,000. Since inception,…
Mission-Driven Organization Expands Rapidly to Serve More Families in the Midwest DES MOINES – April 30, 2021 – Stride Autism Centers (“Stride”), a mission-driven provider of evidence-based therapy for children with autism, today announced that it has expanded to serve families at four centers throughout Iowa. Stride is now actively enrolling clients at all four…
Stride Autism Centers Founder & CEO Brad (pictured left) and his sister Marissa (pictured right). Marissa’s struggles with her autism spectrum disorder inspired Brad to launch Stride.
