Autism Resources in Craighead County, Arkansas

Jonesboro · multi-county

NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital — Developmental Pediatrics

Developmental pediatrics program at NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital in Jonesboro. Autism screenings, developmental evaluations, and referrals for Northeast Arkansas families.

Primary pediatric hospital for Northeast Arkansas. Complex cases may be referred to Arkansas Children's Hospital.

Jonesboro

The Learning Center of Northeast Arkansas (TLCNEA)

Nonprofit serving Jonesboro since 1959. Offers comprehensive autism spectrum disorder diagnostics (psychological testing, developmental evaluations, behavioral observations) plus ABA therapy, speech, OT, and physical therapy. Main campus at 2808 Fox Meadow Lane, Jonesboro AR 72404.

Source: https://www.tlcnea.com/autism-spectrum-disorder-diagnostics

Jonesboro · multi-county

First Connections — Craighead County

Arkansas's IDEA Part C early intervention program serving Craighead County and Northeast Arkansas. Free evaluations and services for children under 3 with developmental delays.

FREE under IDEA Part C. Services delivered at home or in community settings.

Jonesboro

Jumping Jelly Beans Pediatric Therapy

Pediatric physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and developmental therapy for children birth to 21, located at 906 East Matthews Avenue, Jonesboro AR 72401 (Medical Mile near St. Bernards). Serves early intervention and school-age populations across Northeast Arkansas.

Source: https://www.jjbtherapy.com/what-we-offer

Jonesboro

Inner Circle Autism Network – Jonesboro

Center-based ABA therapy clinic at 820 Professional Acres Drive, Jonesboro AR 72401. Sensory-friendly spaces, parent observation rooms, school-readiness classroom. In-network with most private insurers, ARKids, and Arkansas Total Care.

Source: https://www.innercircleautism.com/about-2/locations/jonesboro-clinic/

Jonesboro · multi-county

Therapeutic Pathways — Jonesboro

ABA therapy center in Jonesboro serving children and adolescents in Northeast Arkansas. BCBA-led programming, naturalistic teaching strategies, and caregiver training. Accepts Arkansas Medicaid.

Arkansas Medicaid covers ABA therapy for eligible children. Telehealth may supplement in-clinic sessions for rural families.

Jonesboro · multi-county

Arkansas State University Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic

University training clinic at Arkansas State University providing affordable speech-language therapy. Services include autism-related communication, AAC, and language delays. Supervised by licensed SLPs.

Reduced-cost services through a university training program. Supervised graduate clinicians.

Jonesboro

CME Inc. (Communication Made Easy)

Speech therapy, occupational therapy, and physical therapy practice at 151 Southwest Drive, Jonesboro AR 72401. Founded 2001. Staff of 30 therapists across two Northeast Arkansas locations. Accepts all Medicaid options, PASS plans, and commercial insurance. Free transportation available.

Source: https://www.providerspark.com/provider/communication-made-easy-inc-jonesboro-ar-1265658215/

Jonesboro

Bloom Pediatric Therapy

Pediatric occupational therapy, speech therapy, and physical therapy at 1007 Windover Road Suite A, Jonesboro AR 72401. Specializes in autism spectrum disorders, sensory processing, feeding, and handwriting. Accepts Arkansas Medicaid, ARkids, BCBS, UHC, and Cigna.

Source: https://www.bloompediatrictherapy.net/

Jonesboro

Autism Association of Northeast Arkansas (AANEA)

Local nonprofit at 1702 Stone Street Suite A, Jonesboro AR 72401. Founded 2010. Hosts monthly parent support group (2nd Thursday, 6:30–7:30 pm, Valley View Church of Christ) with childcare. Provides family resources, grants/stipends for conferences, and a lending library.

Source: https://www.yelp.com/biz/autism-association-of-northeast-arkansas-jonesboro

Jonesboro · multi-county

Autism Society of Arkansas — Northeast Arkansas Chapter

Peer support and advocacy for autism families in Northeast Arkansas including Craighead, Greene, Mississippi, and surrounding counties. Monthly support groups and family resource events.