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A casual monthly meetup for dads and father figures. No agenda, no pressure — just other guys who get it.

The most comprehensive statewide autism support network in Texas. Whether you want an in-person group in Houston, a virtual meeting, a Spanish-language group, or personalized one-on-one navigation hel…

Information y referidos en español de un equipo familiarizado con el sistema de Texas.

If mealtimes have become a major source of stress or your child has a very restricted diet, feeding therapy may be the highest-leverage support you can add right now.

One of very few Houston providers offering in-home OT and speech therapy with no stated waitlist and same-week evaluations.

Free developmental services for kids under 3 — no diagnosis or referral required.

Gives parents the ability to choose a trusted person from their own network — not a stranger assigned by an agency.

If money is the barrier between your child and services they need, Hope For Three exists to help close that gap.

Finding a pediatrician who understands autism is often harder than finding a therapist.

Before any IEP or ARD meeting, spend 20 minutes on this website. It explains your legal rights in plain language — not legalese — and tells you exactly what you are entitled to ask for.

Caring for an autistic child is one of the most emotionally demanding jobs there is, and parents deserve their own support.

A privately-owned clinic convenient to Fort Bend County families. Offers both speech and OT under one roof, and is willing to provide therapy in schools, daycares, and homes — reducing transportation…

A free statewide line that points you to local food, housing, financial, and disability programs you may not know about.

Texas ABA Centers is the organization behind Common Ground. If your child needs ABA therapy, starting here means your therapy team and your care navigator are already connected — no hand-offs, no gaps…

Texas Medicaid waivers cover services that private insurance almost never pays for — including respite care, adaptive equipment, personal assistance, and home modifications.

When you don't know where to start — call here. Every staff member is a parent of a child with a disability or special health care need.

Long-running disability advocacy nonprofit with respite events, IEP support, and a navigator phone line.

For families who cannot afford a private neuropsychological evaluation (which can cost $1,500–$4,000+), UHCL's clinic provides comprehensive autism assessments at a reduced cost under licensed faculty…

A Houston-based home care agency that specifically lists autistic children as a population they serve for respite. If other respite providers have long waits, this is a direct private option.

Entire staff trained in care techniques for children with special needs. Board-certified pediatric dentists with decades of experience.

Multiple locations makes this accessible to families at all three clinics. Advanced counseling approaches. Bilingual therapists available.

Pediatric ophthalmologists are a specialty — few in the area. Visual issues are common in ASD. Experienced with the full range of pediatric eye conditions.

Sits down with patients and parents, listens to concerns, and together determines a solution. Patient-care approach based on education and partnership.

One of the few child psychiatrists in the area who specifically specializes in autism. Member of Harris County Medical Society and Texas Medical Association.

Collaborative model ensures consistent care across all three disciplines. Each facility uniquely equipped for its community.

All three disciplines under one roof collaborating on each child's plan. Individualized treatment plans. Strong parent reviews.

FEAT Houston is a parent-led community organization in the Clear Lake / Bay Area that connects autism families to events, day programs, schools, and recreational resources.

Smaller practice that may offer more personalized attention. Follows American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry special healthcare needs guidelines.

Can help cover costs that insurance will not. Caregiver Empowerment Sessions. Financial assistance through FARS program.

School-based food assistance for kids — sent home Friday in a backpack so they're fed all weekend.

Monthly meetings for parent-to-parent support. Their medical resource page is one of the best vetted local lists available.

Specifically trained for autism populations — not just "kid-friendly" but genuinely adapted for sensory needs.

Focus on preventive care adapted to each child's needs. Staff understands how to work with children who have different sensory processing.

Good first step for families who suspect autism but have not started the diagnostic process. 30+ years serving the community.

Experienced SLP with 9 years pediatric experience. BCBA with specialty in early intervention. Convenient Riverstone Shopping Center location.

One-stop for evaluation, therapy, AND medication management — rare to find all three in one practice. Specifically lists ASD as an area of focus.

Reduces sensory input during visits — keeps light from child's eyes, dental instruments out of sight, and reduces smells and sounds. Offers sedation for longer procedures.

State-of-the-art treatment for the full spectrum of gastrointestinal, pancreatic, hepatic, and nutritional disorders. Sugar Land location available.

Family-centered approach with individualized care plans. Workshops start before your first appointment so families are not left waiting without support.

The gold standard for complex developmental cases in Houston. If your child has multiple diagnoses or needs a team of specialists coordinating care, Texas Children's Developmental Pediatrics is the ri…

Best for complex or medically-involved feeding issues — especially if your child has both autism and a medical diagnosis affecting swallowing or growth.

Texas Children's doesn't just see patients — they actively connect families to respite opportunities in Houston including family nights out and day events.

The largest and most comprehensive pediatric hospital system in the region. Speech therapy here is integrated with developmental pediatrics and other specialists — important if your child has complex…

Drowning is the leading cause of death for autistic children. Water safety is not just recreation — it's safety.

Good starting point for understanding rights and navigating systems. Comprehensive online resource directory.

Social enrichment, recreation, life-long learning, and community service. Virtual and in-person programming. Serves Fort Bend, Harris, and Waller counties.

A specialized OT clinic with certified DIR/Floortime practitioners — an approach that works especially well for autistic kids who are more play-responsive than instruction-responsive.

Mission-driven practice with strong family involvement philosophy. Combination of ABA, speech, and OT focused on building strengths.

Comprehensive diagnostic approach including genetic and chromosomal testing. Personal connections with patients and families maintained despite growth.

A practice that specifically focuses on neurodivergence — not a general psychology office doing occasional evaluations.

Sports participation has a proven impact on social skills, regulation, and confidence in autistic kids — and it gives them joy.