County resource guide
Autism Resources in Wake County, North Carolina
Local providers, school contacts, and support services for autism families in Wake County. North Carolina statewide resources also apply.
Wake County (Raleigh) is home to the UNC TEACCH Autism Program — one of the world's most respected autism organizations, internationally recognized for pioneering structured teaching approaches. TEACCH's Raleigh center offers evaluations and consultation. WakeMed provides additional evaluation capacity. ASNC's headquarters in Raleigh offers the state's most comprehensive autism resource network.
School evaluation
Request a School Evaluation
Under IDEA, your school district must evaluate your child for free if you request it in writing. Here’s who to contact in Wake County:
Wake County Public School System EC
EC = Exceptional Children. Serves all of Wake County including Raleigh.
Contacts verified May 2026 — call to confirm current numbers
Learn how to write your evaluation request →Provider directory
Local Providers16 providers in Wake County
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Diagnostic clinics
Formal autism evaluations by developmental pediatricians, psychologists, or neuropsychologists.
Raleigh
ABS Kids — Raleigh
Autism diagnosis and individualized ABA therapy throughout Wake County, developing treatment plans with Raleigh families.
Source: https://www.abskids.com/locations/raleigh-durham/
Durham · multi-county
Duke University Medical Center — Developmental Pediatrics (Franklin NC Referrals)
Franklin County (Louisburg) is on the Research Triangle fringe, giving families relatively easy access to both Duke University Medical Center in Durham (~35 miles) and UNC Children's Hospital in Chapel Hill (~45 miles). Duke's developmental pediatrics team is a top-tier resource for autism evaluations in the Triangle region.
Duke is about 35 miles from Louisburg. UNC Children's in Chapel Hill (~45 miles) is the alternative — both are world-class.
Chapel Hill · multi-county
UNC TEACCH Autism Program — Chapel Hill (Durham-area Families)
The flagship UNC TEACCH center at Chapel Hill is the birthplace of structured teaching for autism, just minutes from Durham. World-renowned diagnostic evaluations, adult services, and school consultation. One of the most consequential autism programs ever created.
The original TEACCH center. World-class — expect a waitlist.
Raleigh
UNC TEACCH Autism Program — Raleigh
One of the world's most respected autism programs. TEACCH at UNC pioneered structured teaching approaches used globally. The Raleigh center offers evaluations, consultation, and professional training. A gold standard in autism assessment.
Internationally recognized. One of the most respected diagnostic and treatment programs in the world.
Raleigh
WakeMed Children's — Developmental Pediatrics
Developmental pediatric evaluations at WakeMed, serving Raleigh and Wake County families. Coordinated with Wake County Public Schools and local therapy providers.
ABA therapy
Applied Behavior Analysis therapy — typically requires insurance authorization.
Louisburg · multi-county
Autism Learning Partners — Franklin County NC
ABA therapy for Franklin County families through the Raleigh and Durham metro areas, approximately 35–50 miles from Louisburg. BCBA-supervised with NC Medicaid and commercial insurance accepted. Franklin County's Triangle fringe location gives families more provider choices than many rural NC counties.
NC Medicaid covers ABA for eligible children. The Research Triangle's dense provider network is accessible for most Franklin County families.
Raleigh
Behavior Frontiers — Raleigh
In-home and center-based ABA therapy in Wake County. BCBA-supervised with naturalistic approach. Accepts most commercial insurance under NC's ABA mandate.
Cary
Cortica — Cary
Comprehensive autism therapy and neurodevelopmental care with formal evaluations and ongoing therapy in Cary/Wake County.
Source: https://www.corticacare.com/locations/nc/cary
Clayton · multi-county
Hopebridge Autism Therapy Center — Johnston County
Hopebridge center-based ABA therapy serving Johnston County's rapidly growing population in Smithfield and Clayton. BCBA-supervised with integrated speech and OT services. NC Medicaid and commercial insurance accepted. Johnston County's explosive growth as a Raleigh suburb has created significant ABA waitlists — contact early and maintain your place on multiple waitlists.
Johnston County's rapid growth creates long ABA waitlists. Contact multiple providers and get on waitlists early.
Parent & family support
Parent groups, sibling programs, and family peer support.
Louisburg · multi-county
Autism Society of North Carolina — Franklin County/North Triangle
ASNC support for Franklin County families in Louisburg. Parent support groups, crisis support line, and connections to the Triangle-area autism community. Franklin County families have relatively easy access to Raleigh and Research Triangle ASNC programming.
Smithfield · multi-county
Autism Society of North Carolina — Johnston County
ASNC support for Johnston County's growing population. Parent support groups connecting new residents to the community, crisis support line, and connection to Triangle-area autism resources. Johnston County families also access Raleigh-area ASNC programming given their proximity.
Raleigh
Autism Society of North Carolina — Raleigh (HQ)
ASNC headquarters in Raleigh. Full range of services including a statewide crisis support line, adult day programs, housing assistance, and the most comprehensive autism resource network in North Carolina.
ASNC is one of the strongest state autism organizations in the country. Adults and families.
Advocacy & legal
Legal advocates, special education advocates, and disability rights organizations.
Davidson · multi-county
Exceptional Children's Assistance Center (ECAC)
North Carolina's federally funded Parent Training and Information Center. Free IEP advocacy, training, and one-on-one support for NC families. Knows North Carolina's specific special education rules and procedures.
FREE. Federally funded PTI. Call before any IEP meeting or dispute.
Davidson · multi-county
Exceptional Children's Assistance Center (ECAC)
NC's federally funded PTI serving Johnston County families at no cost. Free IEP advocacy and IDEA rights training. As Johnston County Schools grows rapidly, ECAC helps families navigate the increasingly complex EC department. Particularly valuable for families new to the area from out of state.
FREE. Federally funded PTI. Essential for families new to NC navigating Johnston County Schools.
Davidson · multi-county
Exceptional Children's Assistance Center (ECAC)
NC's federally funded PTI providing free IEP advocacy for Franklin County families in Louisburg. Staff help families navigate Franklin County Schools. Franklin County's proximity to the Triangle brings more resources but also higher family expectations — ECAC helps ensure the IEP delivers what students are entitled to.
FREE. Federally funded PTI. Call before any IEP meeting or dispute.
Davidson · multi-county
Exceptional Children's Assistance Center (ECAC) — Wake County
NC's federally funded Parent Training and Information Center, providing free IEP advocacy and special education support to Wake County families. ECAC staff can review evaluations, explain IDEA rights, and attend IEP meetings virtually.
FREE. Federally funded PTI. Call before any IEP meeting or dispute.
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School districts & government services
Public programs and school district contacts for Wake County.
School & special education
Services & benefits
- Alliance Health — Wake County LME-MCO
Wake County's LME-MCO — manages NC Innovations Waiver enrollment and DD services.
Adult services
- Alliance Health — Wake County LME-MCO
Wake County's LME-MCO — manages NC Innovations Waiver enrollment and DD services.
Respite & support
- Alliance Health — Wake County LME-MCO
Wake County's LME-MCO — manages NC Innovations Waiver enrollment and DD services.
Helpful guides
Guides for Wake County families
Step-by-step help on the topics that matter most.
School & IEP
Navigating the IEP process
Your rights under IDEA, how evaluations work, and what every IEP section means.
Finding help
ABA, OT, speech and waitlists
How to find qualified providers, navigate insurance, and get off waitlists faster.
Getting started
Where to start after diagnosis
A week-by-week checklist for the first 90 days — from evaluation to early intervention.
Benefits & money
SSI, Medicaid waivers, ABLE accounts
Federal benefits your child may qualify for and how to apply without losing your spot.
Mental health
Co-occurring conditions and support
Managing anxiety, ADHD, and depression alongside an autism diagnosis.
Daily life
Sensory processing and OT
Understanding sensory needs, sensory diets, and how occupational therapy helps.
Adulthood
Employment, housing, legal planning
Supported employment, housing options, guardianship alternatives, and ABLE accounts.
Communities served
Cities in Wake County
Serving families across Wake County including Raleigh, Cary, Apex, Wake Forest, Morrisville, Garner, Fuquay-Varina, Holly Springs, Knightdale and Wendell and more.
See all North Carolina resources
Waivers, PTI centers, and state programs apply to all families in North Carolina.
North Carolina state guide →Nearby counties in North Carolina
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