Westside Children's Therapy Appoints Sarah Trautman as Chief Clinical Officer

CHICAGO, Sept. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Westside Children's Therapy, a leading pediatric therapy provider in the Chicagoland region, has named Sarah Trautman, MA, MCBA, as Chief Clinical Officer. A nationally respected leader in applied behavior analysis (ABA), Trautman brings over 25 years of experience supporting children with autism and developmental disabilities.

"Sarah's insight and expertise will accelerate our efforts to deliver exceptional clinical outcomes and expand access to high-quality care," said Mark Cassidy, CEO of Westside Children's Therapy. "We're thrilled to welcome her to our leadership team."

Trautman began her career as a behavior analyst in 2004 and has built innovative ABA programs for children and adolescents throughout her career. She previously founded and led a behavioral health company in California for over 15 years and has held leadership roles including President of the California Association for Behavior Analysis (CalABA) and founding Board Member of the Council of Autism Service Providers (CASP).

"When I took an Intro to Behavior Analysis course in college, I knew I had found my calling," said Trautman. "Joining a values-driven, child-centered organization like Westside is an incredible opportunity. I'm excited to help expand our impact across the greater Chicago area."

As Chief Clinical Officer, Trautman will oversee Westside's ABA therapy programs and clinical operations, with a focus on evidence-based care, clinical training, and positive outcomes for children and families.

About Westside Children's Therapy

Westside Children's Therapy provides pediatric services including physical, occupational, speech, ABA, diagnostic, and counseling care. With over 30 years of experience and multiple outpatient centers across Chicagoland, Westside is recognized for clinical excellence and its strong, employee-centered culture.

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