When your child receives an autism diagnosis, finding the right support can feel overwhelming — and deeply important. At Kids on the Move, we provide a structured, compassionate environment where children receive high-quality, evidence-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy and early intervention. With decades of combined experience working with children on the autism spectrum, our team is committed to help every child build communication, independence, confidence and meaningful life skills.
Because your child deserves more than services, they deserve a team who believes in their potential and equips them with the tools to thrive.
Our Autism Center provides evidence-based, individualized therapy designed to help children develop meaningful life skills in a supportive, structured environment. We focus on:
Every child’s plan is tailored to their strengths, needs, and goals.
At Kids on the Move, we use Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy grounded in research, guided by data, and centered around each child’s unique strengths and needs. Evidence-based strategies, when delivered consistently and compassionately, can create meaningful, lasting change in a child’s life.
Research-Driven Techniques
Our interventions are built on decades of proven behavioral science. We use structured, evidence-based techniques that are widely recognized as effective in supporting communication, independence, and skill development for children on the autism spectrum.
Understanding Behavior
Individualized Goal Setting
No two children are the same-and neither are their goals. We identify personalized objectives based on developmental level, family priorities, and long-term growth. Each treatment plan is thoughtfully designed to support meaningful outcomes in daily life.
Data-Based Decisions
Practice Over Time
Think Long-Term Success
Our Autism Center may be a good fit if:
If you’re unsure, that’s okay. We can help you determine next steps.
Kids on the Move provides comprehensive diagnostic evaluations for children ages 2–6 when autism spectrum disorder is suspected by a pediatrician or early intervention provider. Our evaluations help determine whether a child meets criteria for autism spectrum disorder, ruling autism in or ruling it out, and guide families toward appropriate next steps and supports.
KOTM's Autism Center located in Orem, Utah, achieved full accreditation for its Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy program from the Autism Commission on Quality (ACQ). This rare accreditation underscores KOTM's commitment to delivering exceptional, individualized care that empowers children with autism to thrive.
Applied Behavioral Analysis Therapy or ABA therapy is a research-based approach to improving socially significant behaviors in children with autism through positive reinforcement.
KOTM providers celebrate the uniqueness of each child in our program. We aim to use ABA to support each individual in pursuing their own goals and building on their own strengths.
If your child has been diagnosed with autism and you are seeking comprehensive, personalized support, our services can make a significant difference.
No, an official diagnosis is not needed to enroll. However, most insurance companies require an official autism diagnosis to provide coverage for ABA therapy.
Many insurance companies provide ABA therapy as a medical benefit with the proper documentation and diagnosis. We are credentialed with all local and major national insurance companies including Medicaid.
While each child is unique, many families see improvements in communication, social skills, and overall behavior within the first few months. However, each child ultimately progresses on their own timeline, and we celebrate those wins no matter how soon or long they take.
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Mat Datstrop, Chief Financial Officer at KOTM, truly embodies a blend of expertise and visionary leadership. Joining Kids on the Move in September 2019, Mat brought a rich history of accomplishments, having served as CFO for manufacturing and software companies. His successful track record includes starting and selling three businesses, showcasing his entrepreneurial spirit and strategic insight. As a licensed CPA and a Six Sigma Black Belt, Mat’s skill set is uniquely suited to driving innovation and accuracy within financial processes. His passion for integrating technology and developing robust accounting systems positions KOTM for long-term success. In his role, Mat is deeply dedicated to creating sustainable impacts that will echo throughout KOTM for decades. His presence in the organization is marked by a steadfast commitment to fostering an environment of lasting change, ensuring families benefit from his transformative work well into the future.
Ryan Erickson, the Chief Operating Officer of KOTM, brings extensive experience and a passionate commitment to nurturing innovation and growth. With over two decades spent as a thought leader and innovator across leadership roles in the medical, software start-ups, technical consulting, and information technology sectors, he has steered successful technology companies to new heights.
Ryan’s expertise is unparalleled. His dedication to mentoring entrepreneurs and CEOs in transforming ideas into reality speaks to his compassionate nature and deep-seated commitment to growth. Serving on several software and technical company boards, Ryan consistently helps these companies reach new heights.
At KOTM, Ryan is uniquely positioned to guide the organization into its next 40 years. His diverse skill set enables KOTM to not only meet current challenges with agility but also to strategically position itself for future growth under his committed leadership. Ryan continues to inspire hope and innovation, reinforcing KOTM’s status as a beacon of support and transformation for families everywhere.
Rutherford is the strategic visionary and Chief Executive Officer of Kids on the Move (KOTM). A multifaceted and sophisticated businesswoman, she has led the trailblazing multimillion-dollar non-profit in its commitment to providing essential and comprehensive support, education, and therapies for children with delays and disabilities. Rutherford has now spent 20 years in executive leadership roles within the telecommunications, genealogy, real estate, health care services, and education industries. Her notable contributions lie in her perseverance to find impossible and impactful solutions. Rutherford is skilled at reverse-engineering goals by mapping out exactly what is required for a successful outcome.
To help raise $150M to expand KOTM’s support services and establish a state-of-the-art center, Rutherford has partnered with Forbes Books to author and publish Chasing The Impossible, a captivating exposé delving into Kids on the Move’s transformative work. With it, she uncovers the compelling stories of resilience and hope from children, families, doctors, and community members who tenaciously pushed forward when faced with impossible odds or challenges.
Her profound understanding of what it takes to overcome the impossible stems from her own journey as a survivor of abuse and trauma, which has shaped her philanthropic missions, her intuitive nature, and her steadfast leadership. As a CEO, mom, speaker, and philanthropist, Rutherford believes discipline is one of the highest forms of self-love, consistently putting in the necessary work every single day to provide impactful solutions for others, promote a balanced and holistic lifestyle, and create opportunities for continuous growth and empowerment around the world.
