County resource guide
Smyth County, Virginia
Local providers, school contacts, and support services for autism families in Smyth County. Virginia statewide resources also apply.
Local providers
5 listedDiagnostic clinics
Formal autism evaluations by developmental pediatricians, psychologists, or neuropsychologists.
Marion · multi-county
Carilion Children's — Smyth County Developmental Referral
Carilion Clinic's network is the primary specialty care resource for Smyth County (Marion). Mountain States Health in Johnson City, TN (~35 miles south) is an alternative for many SW Virginia families. For autism evaluations, Carilion in Roanoke (~80 miles north) is the primary academic center destination.
Mountain States Health (Johnson City, TN, ~35 mi south) is also accessible for Smyth County families and sometimes has shorter waitlists.
Early Intervention (0–3)
Free services for children under 3 under IDEA Part C.
Marion
Infant & Toddler Connection — Smyth County (Part C)
Virginia's Part C early intervention for Smyth County children birth to age 3. Free developmental evaluations and in-home therapy services administered through Mount Rogers Community Services Board.
FREE under IDEA Part C. Self-referral accepted.
ABA therapy
Applied Behavior Analysis therapy — typically requires insurance authorization.
Marion · multi-county
New River Valley ABA Services — Smyth County (In-Home/Telehealth)
In-home and telehealth ABA therapy for Smyth County. Given the rural SW Virginia geography, in-home delivery and telehealth supervision are often the most practical options. Bristol-area providers (TN/VA border) may also serve this county.
Contact Mount Rogers Community Services Board about current ABA providers serving Smyth County.
Parent & family support
Parent groups, sibling programs, and family peer support.
Marion · multi-county
Autism Society of Virginia — Southwest Network (Smyth County)
The Autism Society of Virginia connects Smyth County families to SW Virginia peer support and statewide autism advocacy. Virtual programming is essential for this remote Appalachian county. Bristol, TN-VA area autism groups may also be accessible.
Advocacy & legal
Legal advocates, special education advocates, and disability rights organizations.
Alexandria · multi-county
PEATC — Parent Educational Advocacy Training Center
Virginia's federally funded PTI serves Smyth County families navigating Smyth County Schools. Free IEP advocacy, training, and direct support available statewide by phone and video.
FREE. Remote phone and video advocacy available — essential for SW Virginia families.
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