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AngelFish GA Adaptive Aquatics is offered through Gwinnett Swim and provides adaptive swimming instruction for children and adults with cognitive or physical differences. Lessons are offered one-to-one or in small groups. The program is led by Linda Cosby and uses the Swim Angelfish methodology. Gwinnett Swim describes a membership-based lesson structure and lists several funding partners for tuition assistance. Families can ask the swim school about enrollment, lesson arrangements, and funding options, or email the adaptive program at angelfishga@gwinnettswim.com.

Sisu Integrated Early Learning is an inclusive daycare and preschool program in Gainesville where children with disabilities learn alongside typically developing peers. It serves children from six weeks through six years and combines education with nursing, family support, and therapy services. Its therapy program lists occupational, physical, speech, feeding, and applied behavior analysis services. For children enrolled in the school, therapies can be incorporated into the school day, with therapists working alongside families, teachers, and other care professionals.

Dr. Amanda Dyer is a licensed psychologist in Watkinsville who provides evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults. Her assessment services include autism and developmental evaluations, ADHD assessments, psychoeducational testing, psychological evaluations, and gifted testing. She listens to parents and pays attention to subtle behavioral and developmental differences, including when a child�s presentation falls near a diagnostic threshold. She also provides individual therapy and parent-focused support. Her website describes using interviews, standardized measures, and relevant observations to understand a client�s needs, followed by written results and feedback. Families can review the assessment and therapy pages to discuss the service appropriate to their concerns.

Emory Autism Center, part of Emory University School of Medicine in Decatur, offers services for autistic children, teens, and adults. Programs include autism diagnostic assessments, behavior support and skill building, counseling, medication services, and an inclusive early childhood program. The Monarch Program provides school consultation and training, while Emory Quest supports individualized planning for the transition to adulthood. Other offerings include support for autistic Emory students and adult social engagement groups. The center also conducts research and professional training.

Marcus Autism Center, part of Children�s Healthcare of Atlanta, provides autism assessment and services for children and adolescents. Its programs include diagnostic evaluations, behavioral support, skill development, feeding services, medical care and family care coordination. The center also offers therapeutic activities and workshops, alongside consultation and professional development for teachers and school systems. Services also include support after diagnosis, therapy, and in-school counseling. Its education research program includes an on-site inclusive preschool. Families can review appointment and referral information or contact the Atlanta center to identify an appropriate program.

NeuroKids Center in Gainesville provides comprehensive outpatient neuropsychological assessment for children, adolescents, and young adults. Led by licensed psychologist Dr. Alaina Conner, its listed services include autism diagnostic evaluations, ADHD and learning-disorder evaluations, mental health evaluations, preschool developmental assessments, and consultation. Evaluations examine areas such as attention, memory, language, reasoning, and executive functioning. Findings may inform individualized recommendations for educational planning, interventions, and testing accommodations, including guidance related to school support plans.

CP Soccer Atlanta is an Atlanta-area team in the national CP Soccer program for boys and girls ages 5�18 with cerebral palsy, traumatic brain injury, or stroke. Participants must be ambulatory, with or without an assistive device. A secondary disability, including autism, must not affect the child�s ability to follow age-appropriate directions and participate independently in practices. The official team directory lists practices at Cauley Creek Park in Johns Creek and provides enrollment and schedule links. Enrollment inquiries can be sent to atlanta@cpsoccer.us.

Goldfish Swim School provides swimming lessons and water-safety instruction for children from four months through 12 years old. Its Golden Learners program is offered at participating locations for children with cognitive, physical, or developmental support needs. The program describes individualized teaching, sensory-friendly tools, consistent routines, and small-group or one-to-one instruction depending on a child�s needs.

Serenity Sunset Ranch is a nonprofit in Maysville offering horse riding lessons and equine interactions for children and young people facing difficult circumstances, including autistic children and those with cognitive disabilities. Its program provides a supportive farm setting rather than medical or clinical therapy. The ranch describes hour-long sessions and requires a parent or guardian to remain on the property during a minor�s visit. Families can use its child-referral process to discuss suitability, and adult accommodations are considered according to individual needs.

Heartfelt Comfort Care is a pediatric home-care agency serving children with special medical needs and their families. Its website describes skilled nursing by registered nurses and licensed practical nurses, including medication management, wound care, and other specialized care. The agency works with families to develop individualized care plans and also lists round-the-clock support and pediatric palliative and hospice services.

PCA Elite Inc. offers home-based personal care and skilled nursing services.

Debbie Dobbs Advocacy, LLC supports Georgia families navigating special education and the Katie Beckett Medicaid waiver application process. Educational advocacy services include guidance on IEPs and 504 plans, attendance at IEP, special education eligibility, and 504 meetings, records review, and consultations. The practice�s top priority is helping children receive a Free Appropriate Public Education. It offers advocacy packages tailored to each family�s needs. Katie Beckett assistance ranges from educational webinars and review of parent-completed applications to help completing the application. The practice also offers presentations for schools, nonprofits and parent groups. Families can contact the office to discuss which service fits their needs.

Heather Wright, M.Ed. provides special education advocacy for families in Georgia and elsewhere in the United States. Her services cover IEPs, 504 plans, evaluations, eligibility meetings and other school-related concerns. Support includes document review, individualized coaching, meeting preparation and meeting attendance. Families outside her local area can work with her by phone or video. Her website identifies her as a certified special education teacher and a non-attorney advocate, and offers an introductory consultation and contact information.

Jeyaram & Associates provides legal services for families with special needs across Georgia. Its attorneys are also parents of children with special needs. Its practice includes special needs trusts, wills and estate plans, guardianship, conservatorship, and appeals of denied Katie Beckett or NOW/COMP waiver applications. The firm lists offices in Duluth and Alpharetta and offers online assistance for families outside metro Atlanta. Its website also provides educational resources on future planning, guardianship and waiver appeals, with consultation information for families seeking legal help.

Miles of Advocacy provides special education advocacy and educational consulting led by Amy Pitts. The practice helps families navigate IEP planning, services in the school setting, and applications for the Katie Beckett Medicaid waiver. Pitts describes experience as a special education teacher, parent mentor and client resource manager, as well as supporting families with applications. Based in Marietta, the practice lists educational consulting for families in Bartow, Carroll, Cherokee, Cobb, Douglas and Fulton counties. Families can contact the practice to discuss their child�s educational and application-support needs.

Athens Parent Wellbeing promotes the mental well-being of parents and caregivers throughout pregnancy and the postpartum years across Northeast Georgia. Its programs are not limited to neurodivergent families and provide education, resources, and a continuum of support. Its offerings include support groups, help accessing professional therapy through therapy scholarships, and resources for pregnancy, postpartum challenges, and parenting. Therapy and peer support serve Clarke, Madison, Oglethorpe, Oconee, Barrow, Jackson, Morgan, Banks, Elbert, Greene, and Walton counties. The organization also lists a Neurodiverse Parenting group for parents and caregivers who are neurodivergent or are raising a child with a diagnosed or suspected neurodivergent condition.

Extra Special People (ESP) provides year-round recreation, community activities, family support, and employment opportunities for people with disabilities. Its Athens-area program in Watkinsville offers daily afternoon activities, themed club events, summer and overnight camps, and adaptive sports, including Miracle League baseball. Families can participate in gatherings and sibling programs, while Java Joy provides job-training and employment opportunities for adults with disabilities. Programs and participation requirements vary by location.

FOCUS, short for Families of Children Under Stress, is a Georgia nonprofit supporting children, teens, and adults with special needs and their families, including those with lifelong developmental or physical disabilities. Its website describes participation from birth through age 29. Programs include parent support groups, educational workshops, hospital support, adapted camps and swim teams, family activities, and respite childcare. FOCUS also operates equipment-loan and equipment-grant programs.

Joshua�s Voice is a nonprofit that provides education, awareness resources, and practical tools for people with invisible disabilities, including autism and sensory-processing differences. It offers educational speaking opportunities and sensory kits intended to support people experiencing sensory overload or difficulty communicating during a crisis. The kits include items such as headphones, sensory tools, and picture communication boards. The organization also publishes interviews about living with invisible disabilities and invites groups to contact it about resources.

Parent to Parent of Georgia is a statewide nonprofit supporting people from birth through age 26 with disabilities or special health care needs and their families. Its services include individualized guidance from regional coordinators, connections with trained volunteer parents who have similar experiences, support groups, and educational training. Families can also use its resource database and information about special education, health care, and community services.

Amazing Friends Club is a community program in Winder for people with mild to moderate intellectual disabilities. It offers adults with special needs engaging daytime and year-round activities, including outdoor enrichment adventures, outings, and community service, while helping participants build lasting friendships. Its work emphasizes creativity, independence, and community participation, including support for people who have aged out of school-based services. The club serves Barrow, Jackson, Hall, Gwinnett, Clarke, Oconee, Walton and surrounding communities. Its website lists community events and provides a contact form and email for families interested in learning about the program.

AutismWish is a family-operated social enterprise that supports autistic individuals and families through education, advocacy, community activities, and sensory-item assistance. Its mission emphasizes empowering families, raising awareness, promoting inclusion, and challenging societal norms to build a more accepting and understanding community. Its resources include the Embracing Autism podcast, educational materials, speaking and training programs, and sensory-friendly events. The Embracing Autism Grant provides sensory support items, with eligibility and application rules that differ for members and nonmembers. AutismWish also offers an online membership community. The organization identifies itself as a social enterprise rather than a registered nonprofit.

PowerUP Forsyth provides parent support groups and connects parents, grandparents, and caregivers of children and other people with autism and special needs in and around Forsyth County, Georgia. The group provides opportunities to exchange information, resources, and encouragement through parent Facebook and email groups, social gatherings, and educational events. Its website describes coffee meetups, family ice cream socials, and workshops or guest speakers. Event details are announced through the parent groups, and the website provides an email contact for participation questions.

Spectrum Autism Support Group provides programs, education, and resources for autistic individuals and their families in Gwinnett County and the surrounding metro Atlanta area. Its offerings include parent and family support groups, respite programs, summer day camps, overnight and family camps, social skills groups, and community events. Programs serve children, teens, and adults, and the organization also lists a virtual support group for partners of neurodivergent people. Its Autism Support Center is in Duluth.

The GAPS Society, whose name refers to Georgia Autism Parental Support, is a nonprofit connecting Black, Indigenous, and other families of color in the autism community. It works to bridge resource gaps for Black and Brown families. It focuses on sharing resources, increasing awareness, and creating opportunities for families to meet and support one another. Its website describes parent workshops, autism-safety activities, cultural celebrations, and family outings.

ABA Centers of Georgia provides autism screening, testing, and diagnostic services alongside applied behavior analysis therapy for children and teenagers. Its service options include early intervention, home-based therapy, and support in school settings. Treatment plans are individualized and reviewed as services progress. The organization lists locations in Atlanta, Alpharetta, and Riverdale. Families can contact its intake team to discuss the diagnostic process, therapy options, and insurance questions before arranging care.

Ability Pediatric Therapy offers occupational, physical, and speech therapy for children, with clinics listed in Clermont, Cornelia, Gainesville, and Hiawassee. Its services address communication, mobility, fine-motor skills, daily self-care, and sensory or emotional regulation. The website also lists specialty options including feeding therapy, aquatic programs, intensive therapy, TheraSuit, and Dynamic Movement Intervention. Families can contact the practice about which services are provided at a particular clinic and discuss an individualized plan with its therapy team.

Achievements ABA Therapy provides applied behavior analysis services for children with autism in Georgia, North Carolina, and Arizona. Services include behavioral assessments, individualized treatment planning, home-based therapy, and support in school and community settings. Its team includes board-certified behavior analysts and registered behavior technicians. Plans may address communication, social interaction, and daily living skills. The organization also offers parent training and telehealth services, with families able to discuss their child�s goals and progress with the clinical team.

AnswersNow provides virtual applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy and caregiver training, including services for Georgia families. Sessions are delivered through its online platform by board-certified behavior analysts, with assessment and individualized goals based on the child�s and family�s priorities. Care can combine direct sessions with the child and coaching for parents or caregivers to support everyday communication, behavior, and independence. The intake team helps families determine whether virtual services and insurance coverage are a fit.

Autism Learning Partners provides services for autistic children at its Flowery Branch center and in family homes. The location lists early intervention, applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy, diagnostic services, and parent collaboration. Individual treatment plans address communication, daily living, and other developmental goals, with coordination among families, schools, and other care providers. Families can contact the center to discuss assessment, service options, and insurance requirements.

Futures ABA provides individualized applied behavior analysis services for children with autism and developmental needs, including home-based, school-based, and telehealth options. Its process includes assessment, treatment planning, sessions delivered with behavioral staff, and ongoing clinical supervision and progress review. The family-centered practice is dedicated to helping children reach their full potential through accessible, high-quality care. It has no waitlist and accepts most major insurance plans. Parent training is also listed among its services. Programs address communication, social interaction, and daily living skills, with plans developed around each child and family. Families can contact the provider to discuss local service availability and insurance coverage.

Haven Kids Therapy provides in-home intensive pediatric physical and occupational therapy in Northeast Georgia. Its programs focus on children with neuromotor delays and use individualized plans developed with parents and caregivers. The practice lists Dynamic Movement Intervention, the Therasuit Method and reflex integration among its approaches. Programs can involve concentrated blocks of therapy over multiple weeks, with the format adapted to family needs. Families can contact the practice about travel coverage, program details and registration.

Hopebridge Autism Therapy Centers provides autism evaluations and pediatric therapy through a network of centers. Its services include applied behavior analysis, with occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, and feeding and swallowing therapy offered at participating locations. The organization also provides guidance for parents and caregivers and support with service-related insurance processes. Families can use the center locator and intake resources to learn about local options.

Kadiant provides individualized applied behavior analysis (ABA) services for autistic children and families in Georgia. Its Georgia program offers home- and center-based therapy, with centers listed in Decatur, Duluth, and the Gainesville/Flowery Branch area. The organization also describes school services and autism diagnostic support. Families participate in planning care around the child�s needs and goals, and can contact the Georgia team to discuss the services available in their area.

Milestone Pediatric Therapy Services provides pediatric therapy through clinics in Jefferson and Athens. Its current website lists occupational, physical, speech, feeding, and music therapy, with services supporting children�s development, communication, movement, everyday skills, and participation in family routines. Families can find caregiver resources and screening information on the site, while referring professionals can access referral resources.

Pathways Transition Programs, Inc. is a private provider of mental health assessment and therapy services for children, adolescents, adults, and families. Its listed services include counseling and psychotherapy, psychiatric consultation and medication management, group counseling, intensive family-based services, parent-child interaction therapy, and EMDR. The organization has clinicians from several mental health disciplines. Its website specifies that diagnostic and assessment services, including autism evaluations for ages 0�17, are offered through its Savannah office only.

Positive Behavior Supports Corporation, also known as Team PBS, provides applied behavior analysis services in home, school, and community settings. Services include individualized behavior assessment, support-plan development, intervention, progress monitoring, and caregiver training. The organization also works with schools on functional behavior assessments, behavior intervention plans, classroom support, social skills programming, and staff development. Families can use its service-request process to ask about support in their area and discuss individual goals with the clinical team.

Soaring Therapy and Learning Center offers pediatric occupational, physical and speech therapy for children and young people up to age 21. It has offices in Cleveland and Blairsville and lists both in-person care and teletherapy. Therapy services address daily activities, movement, communication and feeding skills. Staff biographies also identify aquatic therapy services. The practice asks families to obtain a referral from a Georgia primary care physician before an initial assessment and treatment planning.

Summit Therapeutics provides individualized applied behavior analysis services for children and teens in North Georgia. Its website describes clinic-based care in Gainesville and Blairsville, as well as home, school or daycare, and community-based support. Programs address areas such as communication, play, daily routines, and school participation. Family training is included in its programs, and teleABA options provide remote supervision and family consultation.

Tender Ones Therapy Services provides pediatric occupational, physical and speech therapy for children from birth through age 21. Its Georgia clinics include Dacula, Gainesville and Brookhaven. Services address areas such as daily living skills, movement, communication and feeding. The practice also lists aquatic therapy and intensive therapy programs, with service options varying by program and location. Families can use the website to learn about individual clinics, request an evaluation and review information for getting started.

Walker Therapy Services offers occupational, physical, and speech-language therapy, along with feeding and swallowing services, in Gainesville and Dahlonega. Its website also describes aquatic and equine-assisted therapy, with suitability assessed for each client. Therapists evaluate individual needs and may recommend additional disciplines or help families access adaptive equipment and communication devices. The practice describes services for children and adults.

Buford Kids� Spot provides pediatric speech, occupational, feeding, and physical therapy in Buford. The practice describes serving children from birth through the teenage years and involving caregivers in assessment and treatment planning. Speech services cover communication concerns such as language and articulation; occupational therapy addresses fine-motor, sensory, and everyday self-care skills; and feeding therapy examines difficulties with eating. Its website describes play-based sessions, parent education, and ongoing review of each child�s needs and progress.

Grateful Care ABA provides applied behavior analysis services for autistic children and young people, with immediate availability across Georgia. The organization describes individualized assessments and one-to-one services in homes, schools, daycares, community settings, and selected clinics. Its programs include parent training and collaboration with teachers and other professionals, with goals that can address communication, daily living, and social participation. The practice accepts all insurance plans. The intake team reviews insurance eligibility and helps families discuss the settings and services available to them.

Jami Nelson is a Gainesville counselor offering neurodiversity-affirming support, with a focus on ADHD, autism, anxiety, and everyday challenges such as overwhelm and emotional regulation. She works with children, adolescents, and adults, with an emphasis on adults, college students, and couples. Support addresses executive functioning, sensory differences, social navigation, identity development, and life transitions. Her approach is collaborative, strengths-based, and tailored to each client, with practices adapted to neurodivergent processing styles. She offers in-person and online sessions, drawing on evidence-based approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), exposure and response prevention (ERP), and person-centered therapy. She also helps parents and caregivers develop practical strategies for communication, regulation, and advocacy. Her goal is to help clients understand themselves, develop effective tools, and build lives that work for them. She is awaiting licensure approval and practices under clinical supervision.

Katie Ruder is a speech-language pathologist specializing in autism spectrum disorder (ASD) at Arrow Speech Company in Athens. The practice offers speech and language evaluations and therapy for children, with a focus on autism-related communication needs, play, social communication, language development, and echolalia. Its approach is described as child-led and neurodiversity-affirming. Services include family coaching and support for expressive and receptive language, conversational skills, and peer interactions. Ruder�s professional biography lists a master�s degree in speech-language pathology and an ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence.

Kids Creek Therapy provides pediatric speech, occupational, physical, and feeding therapy in the Johns Creek area. Its clinic is on Johns Creek Parkway in Suwanee, and the practice also offers teletherapy to families across Georgia. The website lists services for children with autism, developmental delays, and other developmental needs, alongside communication supports such as augmentative and alternative communication. Its feeding program uses child-directed, play-based food exploration and considers sensory, oral-motor, medical, and behavioral factors when planning care.

Let�s Communicate Pediatric Therapy Services provides occupational, physical, speech and feeding therapy in Winder for children from birth through age 21. Its services address daily living and sensory skills, movement and balance, speech and language, and eating-related needs. The practice lists autism among the conditions it serves. Families can explore individual therapy services, review getting-started and referral information, and contact the office to arrange an evaluation. The website also offers developmental information for parents and caregivers.

Lifting Spirits Therapy Services provides pediatric occupational, physical, speech-language, feeding, and applied behavior analysis (ABA) services in Gainesville. Its therapists work with children and caregivers on communication, movement, everyday activities, sensory needs, and feeding concerns. The practice lists occupational, physical, and speech services at its Spring Street main office and ABA clinic services at a separate Autism Center across the street. Its website describes care in outpatient settings and children�s natural environments.

M&M Speech and Feeding Services specializes in individualized therapeutic support and intensive caregiver training for children. Its collaborative approach is designed to support consistent progress in functional communication and feeding skills for all children.

Northeast Georgia Speech Center is a nonprofit organization in Gainesville providing speech and language evaluations and therapy for children. Its services address speech sounds, understanding and using language, and social communication. The center also describes play-based early intervention and parent coaching, including strategies families can use at home. Treatment plans are tailored to each child�s needs. The practice serves Gainesville and the surrounding Northeast Georgia area from its Washington Street office.

Peach State Pediatric Therapy is a multidisciplinary pediatric clinic in Buford offering occupational, physical, and speech therapy. Its team works with children who have developmental, cognitive, or physical challenges and describes a collaborative approach to individualized care. The clinic also offers specialty groups, classes, and occupational-therapy teletherapy. Families can contact the office to discuss the services, groups, and delivery options that fit their child�s needs.

Saddle Up Therapy in Jefferson provides occupational therapy that incorporates hippotherapy interventions using equine movement and horse-related activities as therapeutic tools. Its website describes services for people ages two and older and distinguishes these occupational therapy sessions from its therapeutic riding and independent riding lessons. Depending on the care plan, sessions may include riding, horse care, play, sensory activities, tabletop tasks, or daily living skills. The practice also lists developmental milestone assessments and advertises Spanish-speaking assistance.

Shannon Millan is a licensed professional counselor and director at Adult and Child Counseling of Athens. She provides individual therapy for clients ages four and older and offers autism evaluations. Her counseling approach is client-centered and solution-focused, with creativity, play, and art incorporated into work with children. Her neurodiversity-affirming approach includes collaborating with clients to strengthen coping skills and helping children develop skills to work through current challenges. Autism evaluations include interviews, questionnaires, a written report, and feedback; they are autism-specific evaluations rather than comprehensive psychological or neuropsychological testing.

Sunny Days Therapeutics offers mental health services in Watkinsville and virtual therapy for clients in Georgia. Its website lists in-person child therapy for ages 3�18, teletherapy for ages 12 and older, play therapy, and music therapy. Child sessions may incorporate play and art, while music therapy is offered in the office and community for individuals and groups. The practice describes support for emotional, social, and behavioral concerns, with service selection and treatment planning based on the person�s needs.

Wonder Therapeutic Services is a pediatric therapy practice in Flowery Branch serving children and families in Northeast Georgia. Its team includes occupational therapists, physical therapists, and speech-language pathologists who collaborate on individualized care plans. Occupational therapy addresses daily activities such as feeding, dressing, and writing, while speech therapy addresses communication, language, and feeding concerns. The practice asks families to obtain a prescription or referral from their primary care physician before an initial evaluation.