Evaluations are at risk: Fighting for Fair Medicaid Rates for Autism Evaluations in Colorado By Dr. Lila Kimel November 17, 2025 The following blog reflects some of the work that Dr. Kimel and other psychologists in Denver have been advocating for our community to continue to be able to accept Medicaid for autism evaluations. Please note that this material comes from work done by Dr. Lila Kimel, Dr. Lisa Griffiths, and Dr. Jennifer Paz Ryan, along with advocacy work by Andy

By Dr. Lila Kimel  (Owner and Clinical Director at Kimel Psychological Services and Leader of the Adolescent Social Skills Group at KPS- an adolescent group that runs 10 weeks and is run one or two times a year at KPS. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) has long been considered a “male-dominant” condition, with classic research suggesting a 4:1 ratio of males to females. However, recent studies indicate the true ratio may be closer to 3:1, and the gap narrows even further among

By Dr. Lila Kimel Based on a talk given to The Neighborhood Play School in Denver, CO on 12/1/2025. Preschool teachers often spend long, structured days observing children in social, play, and learning settings. Because of this, teachers are uniquely positioned to notice early signs of developmental differences—including behaviors that may suggest Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Why early detection matters:  Research shows that children who receive support between ages 2–4 ma

At Kimel Psychological Services , we’re proud to celebrate our founder, Dr. Lila Kimel , for being featured in two recent media stories that highlight her expertise, passion, and dedication to supporting neurodiverse communities. En Kimel Psychological Services , nos enorgullece celebrar a nuestra fundadora, la Dra. Lila Kimel , quien recientemente fue destacada en dos publicaciones que resaltan su experiencia, pasión y compromiso con las comunidades neurodiversas. 🎙️ Podcas

At Kimel Psychological Services, we often receive questions from families about school support options for children with learning,...