County resource guide
Carroll County, Maryland
Local providers, school contacts, and support services for autism families in Carroll County. Maryland statewide resources also apply.
Local providers
10 listedDiagnostic clinics
Formal autism evaluations by developmental pediatricians, psychologists, or neuropsychologists.
Kennedy Krieger Institute — Autism Programs
Baltimore · serves multiple counties
One of the world's foremost centers for autism research and clinical care, headquartered in Baltimore. The Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD) at Kennedy Krieger offers comprehensive diagnostic evaluations, behavioral treatment, and specialized programs for complex presentations. An Autism Treatment Network (ATN) site and federally designated Center of Excellence. Families travel from across Maryland and the mid-Atlantic region for care here.
Westminster
Carroll Hospital — Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics
Developmental and behavioral pediatrics at Carroll Hospital Center in Westminster. Offers autism screening, developmental evaluations, and referral coordination for Carroll County families, reducing the need to travel to Baltimore.
ABA therapy
Applied Behavior Analysis therapy — typically requires insurance authorization.
Westminster
Crossroads School for Arts & Sciences — Therapeutic Services
Carroll County-based provider offering behavioral and therapeutic services including ABA for children with autism and developmental disabilities. Center-based model with school collaboration support.
Frederick · multi-county
Pathways for Learning — Frederick
Maryland-based ABA provider offering center-based and in-home therapy in Frederick County. BCBA-supervised services for children and adolescents. Accepts most commercial insurance under Maryland's ABA insurance mandate.
Parent & family support
Parent groups, sibling programs, and family peer support.
Baltimore · multi-county
Autism Society of Maryland — Baltimore Chapter
The Baltimore area chapter of the Autism Society of Maryland provides peer support groups, family resource fairs, recreational events, and advocacy. Connects families with local services and state-level policy efforts. Free membership available.
Frederick · multi-county
Autism Society of Maryland — Frederick Chapter
Active Frederick County chapter offering parent support groups, social skill playdates for children with autism, family resource nights, and connections to local services. Volunteers and staff know the Frederick school system well.
Westminster
Carroll County Autism Support Group
Community-based parent support group for families of autistic children and adults in Carroll County. Monthly meetings, seasonal events, and peer connections. Affiliated with the Autism Society of Maryland.
Advocacy & legal
Legal advocates, special education advocates, and disability rights organizations.
Baltimore · multi-county
Parents' Place of Maryland (PPM) — Baltimore Office
Maryland's federally funded Parent Training and Information (PTI) center, with a presence in Baltimore. Provides free IEP advocacy coaching, special education rights training, and one-on-one support for families navigating Baltimore City Public Schools and surrounding districts.
FREE. Federally funded. Essential resource before any IEP meeting or dispute in Maryland.
Frederick · multi-county
Parents' Place of Maryland (PPM) — Western Region
The Parents' Place of Maryland serves Frederick and western Maryland families through outreach staff, phone consultations, and webinars covering IEP rights, dispute resolution, and Maryland special education law. Free for all Maryland families.
FREE. Federally funded. Serves all of western Maryland.
Westminster
The Arc Carroll County
Local chapter of The Arc providing advocacy, family support, and transition services for Carroll County residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities including autism. Helps families navigate adult services, housing options, and employment programs.
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