Play-based therapy helps Tommy Klein find his voice

Tommy Klein, diagnosed with autism at 20 months, found a new path through Golisano Children’s Hospital’s JASPER program—a play-based social-communication therapy that leverages his interests to build language and connection. Driven by persistent parental advocacy and early intervention, Tommy progressed from minimal speech to saying 'I love you,' transforming family life and expanding access to similar therapies for local families in Rochester.