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101 Advocacy
Sylvia Farber
2141 Encino Cliff
San Antonio, TX 78259
(210) 722-9974
Email: SFarber@101advocacy.com
Web: http://www.101advocacy.com
I help families navigate through the special education process by educating them on their rights, collaborating with school districts, and assisting at ARD/504 meetings.

Aaiun Autism Camp
Christine Toledo
2010 Bissonnet Suite 101
Houston, Texas 77005
(281) 748-8708
Email: aaiuncamps@yahoo.com
Web: http://www.aaiun.biz
A hands-on, multi-sensory day camp which includes all of the following: Tomatis or Berard AIT, Handwriting Without Tears, Fast-For-Word, LindaMood-Bell and PECS! Sliding fee scale apply. Multiple sibling discount apply.

Ability and Beyond
Tina Casoglos Adamopoulos
14 E. Wedgemere Ct
The Woodlands, TX 77381
(281) 898-8677
Email: abilityandbeyond@earthlink.net
Web: http://www.abilityandbeyond.com
Occupational Therapy using Interactive Metronome to increase sensory integration, cognitive/auditory processing, reading and math fluency, attention, balance, fine motor and writing skills.

ACES (Autism Consulting and Educational Services)
Lorin McGuire, M.A., BCBA
PO Box 720054
Dallas, TX 75372
(214) 828-2552
Email: a-c-e-s@sbcglobal.net
Web: http://www.aces4you.com
Consulting, assessments, parent and staff training, and program development for young children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and other behavioral needs.

Active Development Therapies LLC
Edie Talbert
23110 Ford Road, Ste A
Porter, TX 77365
(281) 354-3383; (866) 886-4ADT; (281) 354-6750 (fax)
Email: activedevelopment_slp@embarqmail.com
Web: http://activedevelopmenttherapies.com
Speech-Language Pathologist, with 5+ years experience. My specialty is pediatrics, with extensive experience in dsyphagia/swallowing disorders and nonverbal children.

ADD/LD Parent Support Group of Collin County
601 Greenville Avenue (First United Methodist Church of Allen)
Allen, TX 75002
Shirli Salter
(972) 396-1216
Email: SSCaroline@aol.com
Our purpose is to support and nurture parents of children who learn differently by empowering parents through information to be proactive in advocating for their children. Community speakers, videos, and sharing information help our parents stay informed.

Advocacy for Autism Awareness
Carlene Inge
100 E. Bowie Street
Forney, TX 75126
(469) 355-6306; (469) 585-9594 (fax)
Email: cinge@feccommunications.net
Web: http://aspergersyndrome-autism.com
Parental/child support, teaching methods, workshops, book on A.S. Positive, encouraging tips for parents dealing with autism.

Advocacy, Inc.
7800 Shoal Creek Blvd., Suite 171-E
Austin, TX 78757
(512) 454-4816; (800) 252-9108 (In TX)
Web: http://www.advocacyinc.org/
The mission of Advocacy, Inc. is to advocate for, protect, and advance the legal, human, and service rights of people with disabilities.

Advocate - Lone Star Mom
Melanie Watson
501 Trophy Lake Drive Ste 314-114
Trophy Club, TX 76262
(817) 707-9093
Email: lonestarmom@mac.com
Web: http://www.lonestarmom.com
As an Education Advocate, I work with parents to find answers. I believe in advocating for the child to first. Once the child is understood, her special strengths, weaknesses, and education plan are easily achieved. Legal and Diagnostic referrals.

AFNIC (Association For Neurologically Impaired Children)
Philip Ferrara
301 Park Lane
Austin, TX 78704-2412
(512) 444-1641; (512) 444-2056 (fax)
Web: www.afniconline.org
AFNIC's advocates for children with neurological disabilities and provides five main services for these children: parent training, teacher training, peer training, attendance at ARD meetings.

All About Achievement Consulting
Amy A. Sosa – Dallas and surrounding area
Michelle Stuart-Browne – Ft. Worth and surrounding area
110 W. Sandy Lake Rd.
Suite 102 PMB195
Coppell, TX 75019
(972) 462-9265; (972) 462-1002 (fax)
Email: asosa@allaboutachievement.com
Barb Kluchin – Houston and surrounding area
16107 Kensington Dr. #308
Houston, TX
Email: bkluchin@allaboutachievement.com
Web: http://www.allaboutachievement.com/
Advocacy, support, education, training, information, and resources.

Allen Counseling Associates
Michelle Nietert, LPC
1506 N. Greenville Ave, Suite 250
Allen, TX 75002
(972) 979-9720; (972) 429-9325 (fax)
Email: nietert2003@hotmail.com
Web: http://www.allencounselingassociates.com
Certified School Counselors and Licensed Professional Counselors providing advocacy/education for parents working with school districts whose children have mental health issues and may need services or advocacy for situations involving 504 or Special Education.

American Foundation for the Blind-Southwest
260 Treadway Plaza, Exchange Park
Dallas, TX 75235
(214) 352-7222
Email: dallas@afb.net
Web: http://www.afb.org/

American Skies
Marilou Wright
1603 Garfield
Wichita Falls, TX 76309
(940) 723-2818
Email: advoamericanedu@yahoo.com
Consultant/advocate, parent education, on educational rights of children & youth with disabilities

Arc of the Capital Area
2818 San Gabriel
Austin, TX 78705
(512) 476-7044; (512) 476-9054 (fax)
Web: http://www.arcofthecapitalarea.org/

The Arc of Denton County
Bonnie Lewallen
P.O. Box 1279
Denton, TX 76202
(972) 436-8471; (800) 375-4520; (972) 436-8471 (fax)
Email: info@arcofdentoncounty.org
Web: http://www.arcofdentoncounty.org
Parent groups, sibling support and adults with intellectual didabilities meetings

The Arc of Fort Bend
Laura LaVigne, Executive Director
123 Brooks Street
Sugar Land, TX 77478
(281) 494-5959; (281) 494-5920; (281) 494-5960 (fax)
Email: cbsewell@arcoffortbend.org
Web: http://www.arcoffortbend.org
Provides Advocacy & ARD/IEP Assistance, Research & Referral, Social/Recreation programs, Special Olympics, Information meetings and Family Support for families with family members with MR & Related Developmental Disabilities.

* The Arc of Greater Houston
PO Box 924168
Houston, TX 77292-4168
(713) 957-1600; (713) 957-1699
Web: http://www.thearcofgreaterhouston.com
A nonprofit organization serving individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. Services include; social, leisure and respite programs, parent support groups, special education assistance (all disabilities) and trainings, self-advocacy groups and legislative advocacy at the local, state and national levels.

The Arc of the Gulf Coast
P.O. Box 1484
1600 E. Highway 6 Suite 201
Alvin, TX 77512
(281) 388-1161; (281) 585-2390 (fax)
Email: arcgc@swbell.net
The Arc of the Gulf Coast, supporting students and their families through the rough times and celebrating their successes!

The Arc of TX
8001 Centre Park Drive, Suite 100
Austin, TX 78754
(512) 454-6694; (800) 252-9729
Web: http://www.thearcoftexas.org/

The Arc of Texas in the Rio Grande Valley
Parents Supporting Parents Network
601 N. Texas Blvd.
Weslaco, TX 78596
(888) 857-8668; (956) 447-8408
Email: weslaco@gte.net

The Arc of Wichita County
Marlene Goldstein
3307 Buchanan
Wichita Falls, TX 76308
(940) 692-2303; (940) 692-2313 (fax)
Email: mgold@arcwctx.org
Services to persons with developmental disabilities, including information on educational rights and regulations.

ARFkids A Rinty For Kids Foundation, Incorporated
Miss Daphne Hereford - founder/board member
P.O. Box 27
Crockett, TX 75835
(936) 545-0471 (phone/fax)
Email: info@arfkids.com
Web: www.ARFkids.com
To provide disabled children Service Dog candidates that will be specifically trained to assist in the improvement of the quality of life of the child.

ASD Nutrition Seminars & Consulting
Elizabeth Strickland, MS, RD
P.O. Box 1495
Canyon Lake, TX 78133
(830) 237-2886; (830) 964-6043; (866) 855-8301 (fax)
Email: ASDpuzzle@aol.com
Web: http://www.ASDpuzzle.com
Specializing in Complementary Nutrition Therapy for Children with Autism, PDD, Asperger's, ADD and ADHD.

ASK-Advocating Solutions for Kids
Kathy Bennett
1419 Kings Hwy.
Dallas, Tx. 75208
(214) 793-6352
Email: Kathy@ASKadvocate.org
Web: http://www.askadvocate.org
ASK is a private advocacy service for children who are experiencing difficulty in school or need community resources. Our mission is to find solutions.

Aspire Pediatric Therapy & Rehab, Inc.
Preeta Riggs, MOT, OTR
4200 Research Forest Suite 170
The Woodlands, TX 77381
(281) 681-3020; (281) 681-3020 (fax)
Email: preeta@aspirepediatrics.com
Web: www.aspirepediatrics.com
As an outpatient facility, we offer occupational and physical therapy services to infants and children 0-19 years old. We perform comprehensive developmental, neurological, musculoskeletal and oral motor evaluations.

Attention Deficit Disorders Association - Southern Region (ADDA-SR)
12345 Jones Road, Suite 287-7
Houston, TX 77070
(281) 897-0982
Email: addaoffice@pdq.net or oflanigan@adda-sr.org
Web: http://www.adda-sr.org/
We offer support to families coping with Attention Deficit Disorders and other related conditions. Activities include support groups, referral and education through workshops and an annual conference.

Austin Psychological Assessment Center - ApaCenter
6012 W. William Cannon Dr., B-103
Austin, TX 78749
(512) 891-1500
Email: info@ApaCenter.com
Web: http://www.ApaCenter.com
We are a group of psychologists with expertise in testing for ADD/ADHD, dyslexia, Asperger's disorder, autism and learning disabilities.

Autism & Aspergers Consulting, LLC
Linda Viera, Clinical Director
14110 W. Linfield Drive
New Berlin, WI 53151
(262) 784-8062; (262) 784-8062 (fax)
or
252 Shadow Mountain Drive, Suite D7
El Paso, TX 79912
(915) 587-0929
Email: info@aactnow.com
Web: www.aactnow.com
Autism & Aspergers Consulting utilizes an integrated solutions approach to design individualized in-home programs for children with Autism, Downs Syndrome, Aspergers, and others.

Autism Society of Collin County
Nagla Moussa
PO Box 261209
Plano, TX 75026
(214) 925-2722
Email: nagla_alvin@tx.rr.com
Web: http://autism-ascc.org
This Chapter of the Autism Society of America was created to educate the community about autism spectrum disorder and to provide resources and referals for individuals with autism, their families, and professionals that work with them.

Autism Society of Greater Tarrant County
1300 W. Lancaster
P.O. Box 161516
Fort Worth, TX 76161
(817) 390-2829
Web: http://www.asgtc.org
Information, referral and support for individuals with autism, Asperger Syndrome, PDD-NOS and their families, caregivers, service providers, and others.

Autism Society of Southeast Texas (ASSET)
P.O. Box 2228
Nederland, TX 77627
(409) 727-5100
Email: info@assetx.org
Web: http://www.assetx.org
ASSET was created to improve access to autism information and community resources, parent-professional collaboration, and social support for families of persons with autism.

Autism Teacher's House
Dianne Ressmann
2110 Bandera Path
Round Rock, TX 78664
(512) 248-2633; (512) 460-9186
Email: autismsupport@teachershouse.biz
Web: http://www.teachershouse.biz
Creating effective individualized programs that meet your loved one's special needs: Attention to Task, Language and Communication (Behavior), Academics and Social/Functional Living.

Autism Treatment Forum
Dianne Doggett, Coordinator
P.O. Box 160841
Austin, TX 78716-0841
(512) 300-3820
Email: GaryDianne@aol.com
Web: http://www.autism.meetup.com/229/
A support group for parents and others interested in the dietary, nutritional, and biomedical treatment of autism. We meet at 7pm every first Wednesday

AutismSpot
Jay Espaillat
2300 McDermott Drive, Suite 200-113
Plano, TX 75025
(888) 317-8074 Ext. 703
Email: jay@autismspot.com
Web: http://www.autismspot.com
AutismSpot provides unbiased information and expert advice to the Autism Community via streaming media, videos, blogs, forums, and news.

Be An Angel Fund, Inc.
2003 Aldine Bender
Houston, TX 77032
(281) 219-3313; (281) 219-7746
Email: Michael@BeAnAngel.org
Web: http://www.BeAnAngel.org
We provide adaptive equipment and select services to individuals and institutions that serve children with multiple disabilities or profound deafness.

Beacon School and Child Care Center, Inc.
402 Dwire
LaPorte, TX 77571
(281) 471-3622
Email: pjthrt@aol.com
Web: http://www.beaconschoollaporte.com
Established in 1964, we offer classes and child care for both special needs and typical children.

Beautiful Minds Educational & Psych Services, Inc.
Dr. Ifeanyi-Allah Ufondu, Ph.D
P.O BOX 173261
Arlington, TX 76003-3261
(817) 297-9818; (310) 590-5898
Email: iufondu@beautifulmindsinc.com
Web: http://www.beautifulmindsinc.com
Special Needs Advocacy emphasizing EDUCATING, EMPOWERING, and EXPOSING the invisibility children with Learning Disabilities encounter in throughout the DFW Metroplex. Transition Planning, Vocational Assessments, One2One.

Behavior Pathways
Kim Peters
1110 Thackeray
Pflugerville, TX 78660
(409) 670-0211
Email: kim@behaviorpathways.com
Autism/Behavior Consultants - Providing support for individuals with developmental disabilities within the educational, family and community settings of our daily lives.

Behavioral Innovations, Inc.
William H. Edwards
2655 Villa Creek Drive Suite 204
Dallas, TX 75234
(469) 374-0700; (469) 374-0800 (fax)
Email: bedwards@behavioral-innovations.com
Web: http://www.behavioral-innovations.com
We provide ABA Early Intervention services for children diagnosed with Autism/PDD.

Beyond Boundaries Therapy Center, PLLC
Kim Stevenson
704 Longmire Rd. Suite 101
Conroe, TX 77304
(936) 441-2500; (936) 539-2517; (936) 539-2515 (fax)
Email: kimstevenson@beyondboundariestherapy.com
Web: http://www.beyondboundariestherapy.com
Specialize in treating children with disabilities. Offer physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy and counseling for children birth to 21 years.

C. Michael Black, Esq.
Attorney at Law
2444 Times Blvd #222
Houston, TX 77005
(713) 522-5999; (713) 522-2925 (fax)
Email: cmb@cmblack-lawyer.com
Web: http://www.cmblack-lawyer.com
Providing legal services under IDEA, including assistance during the ARD process, due process hearings before special education officers, and state and federal courts litigation.

Janis Block, M.Ed.
4265 San Felipe Suite 1100
Houston, TX 77027
(713) 960-6660
Email: jblock@houston.rr.com
Educational diagnostician in private practice, with a specialty in diagnosing dyslexia and related learning disorders

Brain Injury Association of Texas
Plaza 290 Office Building, Suite 306
6633 East Highway 290
Austin, TX 78723
(512) 467-6872; (800) 392-0040 (In TX)

Brain Training Associates, Inc.
Dr. Michelle MacAlpine
2301 Ohio Drive Suite 130
Plano, TX 75093
(972) 964-8510; (972) 596-6874 (fax)
Email: braintrain@aol.com
Web: http://www.braintraining.com
Assessment, consultation and cognitive rehabilitation therapy for children with autism or PDD, sensory processing disorder, developmental delay, brain injury, CP, genetic errors or metabolic disorders.

BrainWise Neurofeedback & Wellness Center
Dr. Jennifer C. Greening
4611 Bee Caves Rd., Suite 105
Austin, TX 78746
(512) 329-5004; (512) 329-5904 (fax)
Email: info@brainwisetherapy.com
Web: http://www.brainwisetherapy.com
BrainWise provides services to families and children on the autism spectrum utilizing Neurofeedback, QEEG, play and social skills therapy, individual and group counseling.

Brazos Valley CHADD
Katherine Jahnke
16546 Woodlake Drive
College Station, TX 77845-8268
(979) 690-6816; (979) 255-7610
Email: brazosvalleychadd@hotmail.com
Support group for parents of children with ADHD and for adults with ADHD. Meet second Tuesday of every month. Provide support, information, resources and speakers for those dealing with ADHD symptoms.

The Briarwood School
Carole Wills, Head of School
12207 Whittington Dr.
Houston, Texas 77077
(281) 493-1070; (281) 493-1070
Email: info@briarwoodschool.org
Web: http://www.briarwoodschool.org
A private day school in Houston serving the educational needs of 300 K-12th grade students with diagnosed learning disorders or developmental delays.

Bridge Builder Academy
520 E. Central Pkwy # 313
Plano, TX 75074
(972) 516-8844; (214) 529-4596; (972) 516-8822 (fax)
Email: bgjohn@bridgebuilderacademy.com
Web: http://www.bridgebuilderacademy.com
In-home education options offered by certified special education teachers. BBA specializes in customising educational programs based on the need of the individual student and instructing students on a one on one basis in the most comfortable environment.

The Brighton School, Inc
271. E Lullwood
San Antonio, Texas 78212
(210) 826-4492; (210) 826-7887 (fax)
Web: www.brightonsa.org

Dr. Mike Brooks
6012 W. William Cannon Dr., B-103
Austin, TX 78749
(512) 569-1930
Email: info@drmikebrooks.com
Web: http://www.DrMikeBrooks.com
Dr. Mike Brooks is a Licensed Psychologist and a Licensed Specialist in School Psychology, in Austin, Texas who works with adolescents experiencing issues with disabilities.

Brownsville Society for Crippled Children Inc., dba Moody Clinic
Norma Valle
1901 E. 22nd Street
Brownsville, Texas 78521
(956) 542-8504
Email: nvalle@moodyclinic.org
Web: http://www.moodyclinic.org
The Moody Clinic provides comprehensive Outpatient Rehabilitative Services and support to children with disabilities and their families.

Camp Care A Lot
Stephania L. Williams
1808 Prather Dr.
Killeen, TX 76541
(254) 628-7977
Email: stephaniawilliams@yahoo.com
Web: http://www.freewebs.com/heartoftexas/
Camp Care A Lot provides a haven for children with special needs to grow and mature while providing an opportunity to have 'fun' with peers.

Center on Disability and Development
Amy Sharp, PhD
Harrington 704F MS 4225
College Station, TX 77843-4225
(979) 845-4612; (979) 862-1256 (fax)
Email: sharp@tamu.edu
Web: http://cdd.tamu.edu
The Center on Disability and Development is a newly funded University Center on Excellence in Developmental Disabilities.

The Center for Hearing and Speech
3636 West Dallas
Houston, TX 77019
(713) 523-3633; (713) 523-8399 (fax); (713) 874-7713 (TTY)
Email: info@centerhearingandspeech.org
Web: www.centerhearingandspeech.org
The Center for Hearing and Speech enables children with hearing impairments to realize their full potential by teaching speaking, listening and literacy skills.

Center for Special Education Law
Christopher L. Jonas
3349 Jamaica Drive
Corpus Christi, TX 78418
(361) 937-1801; (361) 937-1108; (361) 937-1802 (fax)
Email: Jonas4IDEA@aol.com
Web: http://www.angelfire.com/co4/chrisjonas/
The Center for Special Education Law provides legal services, representation and advocacy for students with disabilities throughout the State of Texas.

The Child Study Center School
Kathleen M. Edwards or Marisa Kolar
1300 West Lancaster
Fort Worth, TX 76102
(817) 390-2831; (817) 390- 2851 (fax)
Email: kedwards@cscfw.org
Web: http://www.cscfw.org
The school provides a nurturing educational environment for children with developmental disabilities including learning, emotional, behavioral and attention disorders.

Children and Adults with Attention Deficit Disorders (CH.A.D.D.)

Children's Therapy Services
Jennifer Young, PT
9907 Grand Oak Dr.
Austin, TX 78750
(512) 331-1999; (512) 331-9199 (fax)
Email: jen@homeCTS.com
Web: http://www.homeCTS.com
We offer convenient home visits for occupational, physical and speech-language therapies with experienced pediatric therapists. We also offer hippotherapy as a component of our physical therapy program. Some insurance accepted.

Lisa Chrane, Advocate
101 Autumn Drive
Early, TX 76802
(325) 643-5560; (325) 647-9762 (fax)
Email: ldc20052001@yahoo.com
Will attend parent teacher conferences, ard meetings, research help for the student

Martin J. Cirkiel, Esq.
Attorney at Law
David L. Beinke, Special Education Advocate & Case Manager
Daniel Garza, Legal Assistant & Case Manager
Darla Bower, Special Education Advocate & Paralegal
1901 E. Palm Valley Blvd.
Round Rock, TX 78664
(512) 244-6658; (512) 244-6014 (fax)
Email: cirkielaw@earthlink.com
Our law firm provides disability law services, especially representation for Special Education services during the ARD process, mediation and/or the due process stages.

ClubZ! In-Home Tutoring
Bill Leary
12006 Westmere
Houston, TX 77077
(281) 558-2582; (281) 493-5840 (fax)
Email: bleary@clubztutoring.com
Web: http://clubztutoring.com
ClubZ provides one-on-one, in your home tutoring for all subjects per-K thru Adult as well as an exclusive organizational/study skills program.

College Living Experience
11800 Stonehollow Drive, Suite 200
Austin, TX 78758
(800) 486-5058
Email: sroth@esa-education.com
Web: http://www.cleinc.net
College Living Experience is a post-secondary academic program that provides intensive assistance with academic, independent living and social skills to college students with special needs as they transition to become independent responsible adults.

Community Care Solutions
Sandy Harris
1604 Vida Court
Dallas, TX 75253
(972) 286-3665; (972) 286-2289 (fax)
Email: communitycaresolutions@netzero.com
An HCS provider providing services to individual's with MHMR,to improve independent living skills, to live in community, and to interact with family and friends.

Community Parent Resource Center
(Providing training primarily in Hidalgo County and Willacy County with outreach to Starr and Cameron Counties.)
Parents Supporting Parents Network
614 N. Texas Blvd., Suite C
Weslaco, TX 78596
(888) 857-8668; (956) 447-8408
Email: weslaco@gte.net

Comprehensive Therapy Services
Pamela Rigopoulos
2201 North Central Expwy. #110
Richardson, TX 75080
(214) 265-1819
Email: info@comptherapy.com
Web: http://www.comptherapy.com
Provide Speech, Occupational and Physical Therapy for the pediatric population. Medicaid and some other insurance accepted.

Connect 2 Counseling
Sally James, LPC
719 Sawdust Road, Suite 110
The Woodlands, TX 77380
(281) 536-9223
Email: info@connect2counseling.com
Web: http://www.connect2counseling.com
Play Therapy for children ages 3-12; Counseling Services for Teens and Young Adults Parenting Support and Coaching LPC Intern Supervisor

Consulting 4 Children on the Spectrum
Nikki W. Moses, M.Ed, BCBA
P.O. Box 250543
Plano, TX 75025
(214) 498-3778; (972) 369-0276 (fax)
Email: nmoses@consulting4childrenonthespectrum.com
Web: http://www.consulting4childrenonthespectrum.com
We provide ABA in-home consultation, treatment, assessments, training and ARD/IEP support for children diagnosed with Autism/PPD.

Cooking Capers
Tracy Mulligan
801 S. Greenville, Suite 103
Allen, TX 75002
(972) 822-1659; (972) 767-3902 (fax)
Email: tracy@wideright.net
Web: http://www.cookingcapers.com
Cooking Capers offers cooking parties specifically tailored to special needs children.

Cornerstone Assessment and Guidance Center, LP
Beth Lusby, PhD
1213 Hall Johnson Rd., Ste. 200
Colleyville, TX 76034
(817) 428-9810; (817) 428-9885 (fax)
Email: drbeth@cagclp.com
Web: http://cagclp.com
Dr. Lusby is a psychologist, licensed in Texas since 1998. She provides assessment and treatment for children and adolescents. Services provided are evidence based and adapted to individual needs.

The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC)

Counseling & Neurofeedback Services
Michele V. Ward, MS, LPC
21830 Kingsland Blvd., Suite 106
Katy, TX 77450
(281) 398-1540; (281) 456-3688; (281) 398-1057 (fax)
Email: michele.ward@swbell.net
Counseling and alternative treatments for ADHD/ADD, anxiety, depression, autism and other learning disabilities. Treating children, adolescents and adults with a high degree of success.

Jennifer Crawford, M.Ed, BCABA
32419 Sunrise
Magnolia, TX
(281) 252-9637
Email: j_crawfordtx@yahoo.com
Autism Educator: Designs educational and behavioral programs for children on the Autism Spectrum, using ABA principles. Provides workshops to private business& school districts.

Creative Tutors 4 Kids Plano
Jan Coltrain-Sapp
5820 Lennox Hill Drive
Plano, TX 75093
(972) 378-5700
Email: jancs@creativetutors4kids.com
Web: www.creativetutors4kids.com
Creative Tutors specializes in the provision of in-home, one-on-one tutoring/academic coaching to children with learning differences and special needs, PreK- 12th.

CSHCN Planning & Policy Development
TX Department of Health
1100 West 49th Street
Austin, TX 78756-3179
(512) 458-7355

Dallas Fort Worth Center for Autism
Patty Schuster or Rebecca, BCBA
1024 West Rosemeade
Carrollton, Tx 75007
(214) 731-0410; (214) 680-4328; (972) 395-0089 (fax)
Email: patty_schuster@hopeww.org
Web: tx.hopeworldwide.org
The DFWCFA provides early childhood intervention as well as school aged-social skills training for children with autism. The Early Childhood Program includes typical developing peers with children with autism in a full inclusion preschool classroom.

Dallas Therapy
Melissa Halpern
4629 Oak Shores Dr.
Plano, TX 75024
(469) 569-9120
Email: halpernmelissa@aol.com
Pediatric in home speech therapy services. Specializing in language and learning delays/disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Central Auditory Processing Disorders, Articulation and Phonological Processing difficulty.

The Dan Center for Autism Wellness and Recovery
2010 Bissonnet
Houston, TX 77005
(713) 5AUTISM; (281) 704-8065; (281) 623-6812 (fax)
Email: info@thedancenterforautism.com
Web: http://www.thedancenterforautism.com
Autism Camp - a totally hands-on multi-sensory camp: Tomatis, Berard Auditory Integration Training, Handwriting Without Tears, Interactive Metronome, Fast-for-Word, Lindamood Bell, PECS.

Beverly Davidek, Esq.
Attorney at Law
1114 S.W. Military Dr., Suite 102
San Antonio, TX 78221
(210) 922-1689; (210) 922-0808; (210) 922-0813 (fax)
Email: bdavidek@davideklaw.com
Former teacher and veteran school attorney specializing in the representation of parents and students with special needs.

Dedicated Home Services, Inc.
10039 Bissonett, Ste. 210
Houston, TX 77036
(713) 779-3015; (713) 779-3032 (fax)
Home Health Services to individuals with disabilities. Durable Medical Supplies/Equipment and Medical Case Management.

Desert Springs
3300 S. FM 1788
Midland, TX 79706
(800) 527-4901; (915) 563-1200; (915) 563-8752 (fax)
Facility treating adolescents with Chemical Dependency, Co-Occurring and Psychiatric illnesses in a residential treatment environments.

DFW Center for Autism
Rebecca Sawyer
303 W Nash St
Grapevine, TX 76051
(817) 424-9797; (817) 424-9792
Email: info@dfwcenterforautism.com
Web: http://www.dfwcenterforautism.org
Inclusion ABA preschool; staff training (both on & off site); community education; research; awareness events

Susan Dickens
Discovery Learning Center
315 Crossland Cove
Leander, TX 78641
(Austin, TX area)
(512) 259-5474; (512) 922-4740

Disability Policy Consortium
7800 Shoal Creek Blvd., Suite 171-E
Austin, TX 78757
(512) 454-4816 (V/TTY)
Email: klandrum@advocacyinc.org
Web: http://www.dpctexas.org/

Division of Special Education Due Process Hearing Decisions/Hearing Officers
http://www.tea.state.tx.us/special.ed/hearings/

Dore Achievement Centers
Ronda Isaacs
4851 Merlot Ave., Suite 530
Grapevine, TX 76051
(817) 526-1337; (866) 784-4377; (817) 416-0158 (fax)
Email: Ronda.Isaacs@doreusa.com
Web: http://www.doreusa.com
A clinically proven, drug-free treatment for children and adults focused on the root cause. Specialized, tailored exercises can enable you to maximize your potential.

Down Syndrome Association
4702 West Avenue, Suite 6
San Antonio, TX 78213
(210) 349-4372
Email: downsynassc@aol.com
Web: www.dsasa.org

Down Syndrome Association of Central Texas (DSACT)
Stefanie Martinez
3710 Cedar Street, Box 3
Austin, TX 78705
(512) 323-0808
Email: info@dsact.com
Web: http://www.dsact.com
The mission of DSACT is to provide education, support, and resources to individuals with Down syndrome, their families, professionals, and the community while building public awareness and acceptance of the abilities of individuals with Down syndrome.

Down Syndrome Association of Houston
7015 W. Tidwell, Suite 108, Bldg. G
Houston, TX 77092
(713) 682-7237; (713) 382-4134 (fax)
Email: dsahouston@att.net
Web: http://www.dsah.net
The Down Syndrome Association of Houston provides support, information and education to those in the Houston area. Monthly meetings in English and Spanish.

Down Syndrome Guild of Dallas
P.O Box 821174
Dallas, TX 75382-1174
(214) 267-1374
Web: www.downsyndromedallas.com
The DSG provides resources and support for people with Down syndrome, their families, and the community.

Down Syndrome Partnership of Tarrant County (DSPTC)
Theresa Moffitt
5508 Chaperito Trail
Arlington, TX 76016
(817) 421-1812; (817) 421-1812
Email: treace@aol.com
Web: http://www.dsptc.org
Down syndrome family support group

Down Syndrome Support Group of Bryan-College Station
Christy Knight
P.O. Box 6115
Bryan, TX 77805
(979) 778-7010; (979) 218-2892
Email: downsyndromeofbcs@yahoo.com
Web: http://downsyndromeofbcs.com
Our goal is to provide information and support to anyone interested in Down syndrome.

Martha Kate Downey
Steps to Support for All
505 Anthony Dr.
Euless, TX 76039
(817) 283-4114
Email: mk.downey@sbcglobal.net
Web: http://www.mkdowney.com/ef.html
Association of individuals working together in a positive and inclusive way to improve services and funding of programs which serve those with disabilities in Texas.

Elizabeth S. Dybell, Ph.D., P.C.
1770 St James Place, Suite 405
Houston, TX 77056
(713) 218-7004
Licensed psychologist providing assessments (all ages) for ADHD, LD, behavioral and adaptive development concerns, and school placement options. Author of "Myths of the Super Parent."

Dyslexia Solutions
Jodie Harber
1605 Colton Way
Cedar Park, TX 78613
(512) 928-9247
Email: jodieh@austin.rr.com
Providing Davis(R)Dyslexia Correction Programs, one on one week long facitation with client and parent support training at week's end.

Early Childhood Intervention
4900 N. Lamar Boulevard
Austin, TX 78751-2399
(512) 424-6754; (800) 250-2246 (Information & Referral)
Web: http://www.dars.state.tx.us/ecis/index.shtml

East Texas Children's Therapy Services, Inc.
Karin Danapas
921 Shiloh Rd. #B-100
Tyler, TX 75703
(903) 509-1313; (903) 509-1383 (fax)
Email: KarinDanapas@cox-internet.com
Web: http://www.childrens-therapy.net
East Texas Children's Therapy Services provides physical, occupational, and speech-language therapy to children of all ages. We are dedicated to providing quality pediatric care for the families of East Texas.

Easter Seals Epilepsy Services
Easter Seals Greater Northwest TX
2100 Circle Drive
Ft. Worth, TX 76119-8310
(817) 536-8693; (888) 288-8324
Email: info@easterseals.fw.org

Web: http://fortworth.easterseals.com/site/PageServer?pagename=TXNW_homepage

Easter Seals of Greater Dallas, TX
4443 N. Josey Lane
Carrollton, TX 75010
(972) 394-8900; (800) 580-4718
Web: http://dallas.easterseals.com/site/PageServer?pagename=TXDA_homepage

Education Resource Center on Deafness (ECROD)
Statewide Information at Texas School for the Deaf
1102 South Congress Avenue, P.O. Box 3538
Austin, TX 78764
(512) 462-5329 (V/TTY)
Email: ercod@tsd.state.tx.us
Web: http://www.tsd.state.tx.us/

Education Service Center, Region VI
3332 Montgomery Road
Huntsville TX 77340
(936) 435-8248
Web: http://www.esc6.net
Resource and referral information for parents. Serving over 60 school districts in 15 counties with technical assistance and training.

Educational Diagnostician and Consultant
Pam H. Weber, M.Ed.
600 S. Denton Tap Road, Sutie 122
Coppell, TX 75019
(214) 674-0881
Email: pamhweber@aol.com
Services include LD and ADHD evaluations; IEP development and implementation; BIP development and implementation; Parent Consultations.

Educational Rescue Online
Johnny Thomas
3068 Misty Ridge Lane
Rockwall, TX 75032
(469) 879-0014; (469) 293-4697
Email: johnny@educationalrescueonline.com
Web: http://educationalrescueonline.com
Educational Rescue is fee based business designed to provide information, record reviews, assessment and advocacy for students in regular and special education for grades Kd-12.

The Enhancement Institute
1900 St. James Place, Suite 800
Houston, TX 77056
(713) 961-5243; (713) 552-0752 (fax)
Email: nancy@enhancementinstitute.com
Web: http://www.enhancementinstitute.com
The Enhancement Institute, directed by Dr. Nancy White is a psychological and neurobehavioral clinic working with children and adults. The Institute has provided effective non-drug treatments for over 16 years.

Epilepsy Foundation, Central & South Texas
10615 Perrin Beitel, Suite 602
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 653-5353; (888) 606-5353
Email: sindi@efcst.org
Web: http://www.efcst.org/

Epilepsy Foundation of Southeast & Northern Texas
2650 Fountain View, Suite 316
Houston, TX 77057
(713) 789-6295; (888) 548-9716 (in TX)
Email: dstahlhut@efset.org
Web: http://www.efset.org/

Equibloom
Meshelle Rives
12151 N IH 35 #1315
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 491-6503
Email: mrives29607@yahoo.com
Web: www.equibloom.com
Safe Therapeutic Riding

David L. Falkstein, Ph.D., L.S.S.P.
302 E. Brockett St.
Sherman, TX 75090
or
101 W. McDermott Suite 109
Allen, TX 75013
Sherman (903) 893-6090; Allen (214) 727-0250; (903) 893-6090 (fax)
Email: DFalksteinphdllc@aol.com
Licensed Psychologist and Specialist in School Psychology. Provide therapy and conduct psychological evaluations. Expertise in ADHD and Autism/Pervasive Developmental Disorders.

Family to Family Network
Eve Cugini
13150 FM 529, Suite 106
Houston, TX 77041
(713) 466-6304; (713) 466-6319 (fax)
Email: f2fnetwork@sbcglobal.net
Web: www.familytofamilynetwork.org
Information and Referral, Education on how to navigate the complex systems we live in and support through educational workshops; a Resource center filled with materials, books and more, staff ad parent volunteers to answer questions and give support to families and more.

Family Literacy Network / Texas Reading Institute
Eldo Bergman MD
11271 Richmond Avenue Ste 101
Houston, TX 77082
(281) 293-7904; (281) 293-7440; (281) 293-8052 (fax)
Email: familyliteracy@sbcglobal.net
Web: http://www.FamilyLiteracy.net
Evaluation for difficulty with reading accuracy, fluency, comprehension, or spelling. Reading therapy for students. Parent training for home therapy. Teacher training.

Family Support Network
Amy Sharp, PhD
Harrington 704F MS 4225
College Station, TX 77843
(979) 845-4612; (979) 862-1256 (fax)
Email: sharp@tamu.edu
Web: http://fsn.tamu.edu
The Family Support Network goal is to be a resource for families who have children with disabilities to obtain the information, support, and skills needed to make informed decisions.

FETA Texas
P. O. Box 1201
Conroe, TX 77305-1201
(936) 273-3011
Email: fetatexas@earthlink.net
Newly forming group in Conroe/The Woodlands, Texas. Our mission is to provide advocacy information, training, and assistance to parents of children needing special education services.

Matthew L. Finch, Esq.
Attorney at Law
123 South Flores
San Antonio, TX 78204
(210) 223-1123; (210) 223-7455 (fax)
Email: Finchlaw@aol.com
Web: http://www.mfinchlaw.com
I represent parents and students in litigation against school districts and assist families in resolving disputes against schools through mediation and due process hearings

Gayle S. Fish, LOT, Private Consultant
115 Robinhood Place
San Antonio, TX 78209
(210) 820-0772; (210) 421-9462
Email: rkscon@idworld.net
Private parent/child advocate for public education in San Antonio and surrounding area for 8 years. Have trained with local lawyers. Direct services also provided.

The Flint Academy
Dr. Paula Flint
2111 Roosevelt Drive
Arlington, TX 76013
(817) 277-0620; (817) 451-0606
Email: paulaflint@sbcglobal.net
Web: http://www.FlintAcademy.com
Inclusive-model school for students PK-3 -12th grades, with or without disabilities. Accepting students who are advanced, typically developing, and/or have special education needs.

F.O.C.U.S. Initiative
Focusing on Children Under the Spectrum
Allison Woods
12919 Southwest Frwy, Suite 190
Stafford, TX 77477
(281) 240-0663; (281) 240-9133 (fax)
Email: info@asdfocus.com
Web: http://www.asdfocus.com
Providing services to those with Autism spectrum disorders: Social understanding and life preparation classes; School consultations; Family consultations; Special Education Advocacy and IEP planning; IEEs.

Jennifer B. Ganz, Ph.D.
Autism Consultant & Assistant Professor
Dept of Interdisciplinary Learning & Teaching
College of Education & Human Development
Univ. of TX at San Antonio
One UTSA Circle
San Antonio, TX 78249
(210) 458-5107; (210) 458-5107; (210) 458-7281 (fax)
Email: jennifer.ganz@utsa.edu
Web: http://isci.utsa.edu/Faculty_Pages/Ganz
Dr. Ganz provides consultation/training on educational strategies (communication, social skills, behavior) and assessments (diagnostic/educational planning). Ganz works with parents and school districts.

GoToFocus Centers
Rodger Bailey
7405 Lola Drive
North Richland Hills, TX 76180
(817) 706-2562
Email: rodger.bailey@gotofocus.com
Web: http://www.gotofocus.com
Consulting is Developmental Disability and Developmental Delay. We help you find what is blocking your child's development, and you put the developmental process back on track.

Grassroots Consortium
6202 Belmark
Houston, TX 77087
(713) 643-9576
Email: SpecKids@aol.com

Greater Lewisville Special Education PTSA
Michael Eckley, President
4608 Oak Springs Drive
Flower Mound, TX 75028
(469) 293-6343
Email: amy@lisd-septsa.org
Web: http://www.lisd-septsa.org
Yahoo!Groups Listserv: http://www.groups.yahoo.com/group/lisd-septsa
Serving parents, teachers and others who have an intersted in Special Education in the Lewisville ISD area. We offer educational programs, parent mentoring, group meetings, a local Service Provider Directory, and also an online email list.

Glynda Gros, M.Ed.
1302 Forest Home Drive
Houston, TX 77077
(281) 493-9539
Individual Tutorial Services for students with Learning Disabilities, Dyslexia & Down Syndrome Reading Strategies and Reading Support, References furnished upon request.

HAPVI - Houston Association for Parents of Children with Visual Impairments
Alison Rickerl
13827 Brooklet View Court
Houston, TX 77059
(281) 286-9820
Email: arickerl@hotmail.com
Web: http://www.napvi.org
HAPVI is a parent support group in the greater Houston area for families of children with visual impairments and professionals who work with them. HAPVI provides social and educational programs on a monthly basis, parent-to-parent matching, and a newsletter.

Hear Me Foundation
Tamala Irish, Founder and Executive Director
P.O. Box 42328
Houston, Texas 77242
(281) 341-5716 (fax)
Web: www.hearmefoundation.org

Susan Feller Heiligenthal, Esq.
Attorney at Law
6805 Cypress Point North
Austin, TX 78746
(512) 306-1576; (512) 585-1576; (512) 233-5270 (fax)
Email: studentslawyer@sbcglobal.net
Web: http://www.studentslawyer.net
Legal representation for parents of special needs students in ARD meetings, special education hearings, or state or federal court actions regarding rights under IDEA or 504.

Heart of Sailing - Houston
Dave McCabe
1714 Festival Dr.
Houston, TX 77062
(281) 488-1780; (281) 507-1867; (866) 609-0807 (fax)
Email: davemccabe@heartofsailing.org
Web: http://www.heartofsailing.org
Free Daysail program for cognitively impaired and special needs children as a form of recreational therapy. Child must be accompanied by parent or caregiver.

Heart of Texas ADDA and PRN PATH Project
Stephania L. Williams
1808 Prather Dr
Killeen, TX 76541
(254) 628-7977; (254) 628-7885 (fax)
Email: stephaniawilliams@yahoo.com
Web: http://www.freewebs.com/heartoftexas/
Advocate, train, support and provide resources to parents/professionals on the rights of children with disabilities under IDEA, 504, ADA, and federal, and state laws.

Ernie Hill, Esq.
Attorney at Law
3702 Gardendale, Suite 100
Houston, TX 77092
(832) 814-7463
Email: info@JuvenileDefender.net
Web: http://www.JuvenileDefender.net
Criminal, Juvenile Justice and Special Education.

HOPE Animal Assisted Learning and Counseling
Tara Malphrus
5513 Smiley Road
Celina, TX 75009
(214) 236-3795
Email: info@horsecounseling.com
Web: http://horsecounseling.com
We provide animal assisted learning to those on the Autism Specturm and their family.

Houston Area Council, Special Needs Scouting
Lillian Szabo
2225 North Loop West
Houston, TX 77008
(713) 756-3349; (713) 865-9149 (fax)
Email: Lillian.szabo@shac.org

Web: http://samhoustonbsa.org/
Providing a scouting experience to youth with disabilities in partnership with special education classrooms and youth serving agencies.

Houston Federation of Families for Children's Mental Health
Barbara Sewell
18203 Carriage Lane
Houston, TX 77058
(281) 335-5600; (281) 773-4456
Email: HouaronFFCMH@yahoo.com
Web: http://www.ffcmh.org
Information & Referral, Parent & Youth support/mentoring, Leadership training, IDEA education & advocacy, Family education, networking and group activities. Birth through transition.

Houston ISD Council PTA
c/o Hattie Mae White Administration Building
4400 W. 18th St.
Houston, TX 77092-8501
(713) 562-4929; (832) 892-0250; (713) 981-9098 (fax)
Email: shebasolom1986@yahoo.com
This organization is an advocate for students whose school is a paid member of the HISD Council of PTAs, TX PTA, and National PTA.

IASIS Learning Center
Michelle Henderson
316F East Oak
Denton, TX 76201
(214) 395-3045
Email: michelle@iasislearningcenter.com
Web: http://www.iasislearningcenter.com
We offer a creative and fun program that focuses on social skill development through the use of acting and drama techniques. We also provide Educational diagnostic consult services.

I.C.B.I. (In Child's Best Interest)
Debra Liva
123 S. Flores
San Antonio, TX 78204
(210) 834-3807; (210) 223-7455
Email: dlladvocate@aol.com
Advocating for parents since 1997 on behalf of special needs children through consulation, ARD's meetings, mediation, due process and discipline hearings. I currently settle approx. 98% of all cases filed for due process with favorable results for the child.

Imagine Enterprises
Norine Jaloway
1402 Spring Cress Lane
Seabrook, TX 77586
(281) 389-6894; (281) 474-4786 (fax)
Email: njaloway@houston.rr.com
Web: www.imagineenterprises.com
Transition and employment training, information and support services for students with disabilities and those who support them. Social Security Benefits Planning for West Texas.

Including Kids, Inc.
Jennifer Dantzler, BCBA
5350 FM 1960 East
Humble, TX 77346
(281) 852-0501; (281) 852-0502 (fax)
Email: includingkids@earthlink.net
Web: http://www.includingkids.org
IN KIDS is a 501(c)3 private program providing educational and therapeutic instruction using principles of Applied Behavior Analysis for children with autism and related disorders.

Innovative Counseling & Consulting Services
Lisa Salazar, MA, LMFT, LPC
1414 S. Friendswood Dr.
Friendswood, TX 77546
(281) 352-7026
Email: lisa@iccsoftexas.com
Web: http://www.iccsoftexas.com
Providing counseling to the child and family, teaching behavioral modification training, and effective communication and life skills to children/adolescents with Autism &/or MR.

International Dyslexia Association Texas Branches
Web: http://www.interdys.org/jsp/branch/texas.jsp

International Mosaic Down Syndrome Association
Kristy Colvin
PO Box 1052
Franklin, TX 77856
(979) 828-1868; (775) 295-9373 (fax)
Email: imdsapresident@imdsa.com
Web: http://www.imdsa.com
International Mosaic Down Syndrome Association is designed to provide emotional support, information, and research to anyone touched by mosaic Down syndrome.

Karen Key Johnson, Esq.
Attorney at Law
6106-A Bullard Drive
Austin, TX 78757
(512) 453-1213
Email: karenkeyjohnson@yahoo.com
Over ten years of experience in ARD and special education due process hearings litigation.

Journey Pediatric Rehabilitation
Mary Villarreal OTR
2100 West Northwest Highway, Suite 202
Grapevine, TX 76051
(817) 416-9797; (817) 416-9714 (fax)
Email: si4kids@yahoo.com
Occupational Therapy services for children birth-18. Specializations in sensory integration, NDT, vision therapy,Relationship Development Intervention (RDI), Interactive Metronome, Play Attention and handwriting.

Robert Kalish, Esq.
Attorney at Law
25907 Oak Ridge Dr.
The Woodlands, TX 77380
(281) 363-3700; (281) 367-7340 (fax)
Email: kalishlaw@aol.com
Web: http://www.kalishlawtexas.com
Provides services in the areas of family law, including adoption, child support, modification, and also in the areas of wills and trusts. Prior to becoming an attorney, Bob Kalish earned a Masters Degree in Psychology and was the director of a program for disabled children.

LDadvocates.com - Since 1994
Jimmy Kilpatrick
Houston, Texas and surrounding areas
(832) 814-7463
Email: JimmyKilpatrick@EducationNews.org
Web: http://www.ldadvocates.com
Fee-based consulting/advocacy services to parents whose public school isn't appropriately addressing the needs of their special or regular ed student.

The Learning Center of North Texas
Schools Attuned Regional Training Site
1701 River Run Road, Suite 710
Fort Worth, TX 76107
(817) 336-0808; (817) 338-4752 (fax)
Web: www.thelearningcenterofnt.org
The Learning Center is a Regional Resource Center for children and adults with learning differences

Learning Disabilities Association of TX
1011 West 3lst Street
Austin, TX 78705
(512) 458-8234; (800) 604-7500 (TX only)
Email: contact@ldat.org
Web: http://www.ldat.org/

Learning Legacy, Inc.
8816 Ashcraft Drive
North Richland Hills, TX 76180
(817) 498-6133 (phone/fax)
Email: info@learninglegacyinc.com
Web: http://www.learninglegacyinc.com
Professional development for educators, agencies, and families on specialized topics re: special education issues.

LearningRx
Hannah & Joe Oliphant
225 E. Amherst, Suite B
Tyler, TX 75701
(903) 534-0700; (903) 534-0709 (fax)
Email: lrxassist@sbcglobal.net
Web: http://www.learningrx.com
If your child struggles from learning disabilities, or if you're looking for enhancement, LearningRx provides one-on-one cognitive skills training so that learning becomes easier, faster, and more efficient.

LearningRx
Michelle Miller Ramirez
16338 Kensington Drive, Suite 190
Sugar Land, TX 77479
(832) 886-5878; (832) 886-6415; (832) 886-5883 (fax)
Email: mramirez@learningrx.net
Web: http://www.learningrx.com
By training the brain-and not teaching or tutoring-we unlock learning success. We help struggling students treat the cause rather than the symptoms.

LeBeau Consulting and Mediation
Linda LaBeau, RN
5312 Benbridge Drive
Fort Worth, TX 76107
(817) 377-8172; (817) 602-5446; (817) 377-8164 (fax)
Email: lindalabeau@sbcglobal.net
Special education mediation, IEP/ARD facilitation and consulting for school record review to prepare for ARD meetings for parents with children with special education needs including 503 and 504 IDEA 2004 reauthorization.

Life Solutions Therapy
Lisa Salazar
1506 Winding Way, Bldg.#102
Friendswood, TX 77546
(281) 536-7446
Email: lisa@lifesolutionstherapy.org
Web: http://www.lifesolutionstherapy.org
Counseling provided to families and youth addressing life and communication skills, coping skills, and behavior modification skills.

The Lindsay Foundation
Helen McMillan
P.O. Box 1073
Huffman, TX 77336
(281) 399-2937; (281) 399-0127; (281) 689-0087 (fax)
Email: helpforachild@lindsayfoundation.org
Web: http://www.lindsayfoundation.org
We assist families with resources necessary to provide medical treatment, therapies, and rehabilitative equipment to improve the quality of life for their special-needs children.

The Listening Centre-Tomatis Dallas
Emilia Flores
12810 Hillcrest Rd B-101
Dallas, TX 75230
(972) 404-8152; (281) 788-8386; (972) 392-0532 (fax)
Email: tomatisdallas@listeningcentre.us
Providing Tomatis Listening training for all ages. Kids diagnosed with PDD, Autism, ADD, Dyslexia, enrichment programs for sports, self esteem, singing and language learning.

Little Giant Steps
C.J. Rezac
3364 Lanarc Dr.
Plano, TX 75023
(972) 758-1260; (308) 289-0486; (972) 325-4119 (fax)
Email: cj@littlegiantsteps.com
Web: http://www.littlegiantsteps.com
An educational consulting group who eliminates learning issues utilizing the Neurodevelopmental Approach. Little Giant Steps has provided effective non-drug programs since 1992.

Lolalee E. Livingston
2809 Regal Road, Suite 103
Plano, TX 75075
(972) 758-9123; (972) 964-8906 (fax)
Email: lolalee.livingston@letseducate.org
Web: http://www.letseducate.org
Education/Child Consultant/Advocate bringing 28 years experience to providing Advocacy Consultation/Representation in ARD's. Our goal is to educate parents while assisting them in advocating for their child's educational needs.

Meadowview School
Cathy King
2419 Franklin Drive
Mesquite, TX 75150
(972) 289-1831; (972) 289-8730 (fax)
Email: mvschool@tx.twcbc.com
Web: http://www.meadowviewschool.com
Small, nonprofit private school for kindergarten - 8th grade students with learning differences. After school and summer tutoring program, including TAKS. Diagnostic evaluations.

Memorial City Learning Disabilities Center
Jennifer Carney, M.A., CCC-A, AAA, Certified SPED Teacher, Director
909 Frostwood, Suite 163
Houston, TX 77024
(713) 984-0333
Email: jencarneyaud@aol.com
Evaluation and treatment of learning disabilities, processing and reading problems in children and adults.

Mental Health Association in Texas
8401 Shoal Creek Blvd.
Austin, TX 78757
(512) 454-3706
Email: mhainfo@mhatexas.org
Web: http://www.mhatexas.org/

Milestones Children's Therapy
Stacey Lesieur, MS CCC-SLP, Owner
1490 E Whitestone Blvd
Bldg 2 Ste 100
Cedar Park, TX 78613
(512) 260-3300
Email: stacey@milestonestherapy.com
Web: http://www.milestonestherapy.com
Provides physical, occupational, and speech therapy services for children.

Miracle League of El Paso
Sandie Sparks-Olivar founder/executive director
1312 Morgan Marie St.
El Paso, TX 79936
(915) 872-9249; (915) 872-8549 (fax)
Email: sandieelp@aol.com
Web: http://www.miracleleagueofelpaso.org
To provide opportunities for children with disabilities to play Miracle League baseball regardless of their abilities, promote community support and sponsorship.

Mom to Mom, Inc.
Tracy James, Director
P.O. Box 84934
Pearland, TX 77584
(281) 412-7284
Email: tracy@momtomomsupport.com
Web: http://www.momtomomsupport.com
Mom to Mom is a Christ-based, non-profit, tax-exempt organization focused on providing informational and emotional support to moms and families of children age 0-5 diagnosed with a disability or illness.

The Monarch School
Debrah Hall, Ph.D.
1231 Wirt Rd.
Houston, TX 77055
(713) 479-0800; (713) 290-1614
Email: dhall@monarchschool.org
Web: http://www.monarchschool.org
The Monarch School is dedicated to providing an innovative, therapeutic education for children with neurological differences, serving students ages pre-K through post-high school.

Monkey Mouths Pediatric Speech Therapy
Erin Bernett
401A Harwood Rd.
Bedford, TX 76021
(817) 656-7240; (817) 282-6982
Email: monkeymouths@sbcglobal.net
Web: http://monkeymouths.com
Experienced SLPs provide pediatric speech therapy in a family-centered clinical setting. Expertise in children with Down Syndrome, autism, apraxia and related disorders.

Moving Mountains For Kids
Web: http://www.movingmountainsforkids.com/
This site gives you a brief overview on some common, and not so common pediatric health and educational issues. Included are practical tips and suggestions for each subject area.

Yvonnilda Muniz, Esq.
Attorney at Law
P.O. Box 92018
Austin, TX 78709
(512) 288-4279
Email: ymuniz@austin.rr.com
Specializing in the representation of parents and students with special needs in general and special education matters.

NAMI Texas
3710 Cedar Street, Suite 229
Austin, TX 78705
(512) 374-9339; (800) 633-3760
Email: jlovelace@texami.org

Web: http://tx.nami.org/

National ARD Advocates
Louis H. Geigerman, President
P.O. Box 16111
Sugar Land, TX 77496-6111
(281) 265-1506
Email: louisadvo@mylinuxisp.com
Web: http://www.narda.org
Fee-based advocate. Services provided-ARD consultation, representation and case preparation for due process. "We level the playing field in ARD meetings and mediations."

Rhoda J. Nelson, Esq.
3319 Marion Lane
Rosenberg, TX 77471
(713) 529-8397; (954) 763-3134
Email: lawtexs@aol.com
Web: http://www.lawtexs.com
Attorney offering legal and consulting services for IDEA issues, due process complaints and guardianships. Experienced NCSP LSSP Ed.Diag.

Gabrielle New-Seekely, M.Ed, LPC
4914 Bissonnet, Suite 201
Bellaire, TX 77401
(713) 592-6076; (713) 592-6200 (fax)
Email: Gabrielle@NewAndAssocs.com
Web: www.NewAndAssocs.com
New & Associates was founded in 1999. We provide psychotherapy and psycho-educational evaluations for children, adolescents, adults and families living with issues related to adoption and learning disabilities.

Newfound School
Dr. William Robb and Dr. Marsha Guernsey
2206 Heads Ln. Ste. 110
Carrollton, TX 75006
(214) 390-1749
Email: newfoundinc@aol.com
Web: http://www.newfoundschool.com
Newfound School teaches students in grades K-12 with learning and/or behavior challenges. Newfound School specializes in high functioning autism. Newfound also offers Advocacy.

North Texas SNAP, Inc.
Rita Goodner, President
P. O. Box 3294
Grapevine, TX 76099
6608 Emerald Drive
Colleyville, TX 76034
(817) 227-8067; (817) 481-6522; (817) 488-2453 (fax)
Email: rita.goodner@comcast.net
Web: http://www.ntxsnap.org
SNAP’s mission is to create and maintain a coordinated system of supports for people with disabilities so they can live as independently as possible.

North Texas Therapy Innovations, P.C.
Amber Bradley
11880 Greenville Avenue, Suite 100
Dallas, TX 75243
(214) 349-6178; (214) 342-1603 (fax)
Email: amber.ntti@sbcglobal.net
Web: http://www.ntxtherapyinnovations.com
Pediatric Occupational Therapy Practice with 3 locations; Dallas, Plano and McKinney. Specializing in Sensory Integration Therapy and Occupational therapy services for Autism, SI Disorder, Aspergers Syndrome, Fine Motor, Gross Motor delays.

North Texas Tourette Syndrome Support Group
Emily Stark
2315 Daybreak Drive
Dallas, TX 75287
(214) 808-6626
Email: edss60@msn.com
Web: http://www.tourettetexas.org
Local Support Group provides education services, support services, ARD and IEP Assistance for members, their families, schools, etc. and fun for the entire family.

NorthEast Tarrant County Dyslexia Council
Janet Hass
1926 Sheffield
Grapevine, TX 76051
Phone: 817-481-8978
Email: Janethass@verizon.net
Web: http://www.allcanread.net
Specializing in promoting awareness & acceptance of students with dyslexia through community events & parent support group meetings. No cost. Open to parents, educators and professionals who are interested in helping students with dyslexia.

Jed I. Oliver, Esq.
3301 Northland Dr., Suite 302
Austin, TX 78731
(512) 453-6600; (512) 453-6609 (fax)
Email: jediveyoliver@yahoo.com

Panhandle Down Syndrome Guild
Vicki Cabraera
PO Box 20783
Amarillo, TX 79114
(806) 670-1568; (806) 382-2326
Email: PanhandleDSG@yahoo.com
Web: http://www.PanhandleDSG.org
Support group for families who have or are expecting children with Down Syndrome.

Parent Advocate in Schools
Cynthia Henry
2125 N FM 51
Weatherford, TX 76085-8281
(817) 565-8765; (817) 613-9390; (817) 594-5003 (fax)
Email: texas4insurance@aol.com
Assistance for parents in advocating for thier child with the local school system in Texas

Parent Connection
145 Pool Road
Richards, TX 77873
Email: dpc@alpha1.net
Web: http://www.geocities.com/parentconnection4u/

Parents of Children with Autism Support Group
Lisa Anthony would be the contact person.
Mesquite, TX
(214) 632-6320
Email: Lisa@parentsofchildrenwithautism.org
Web: www.parentsofchildrenwithautism.org
We provide a support group for parents of autistic children. We have monthly meetings and have guest speakers on a variety of subjects. We meet in Mesquite, TX on the last Saturday of each month. Childcare is provided with a reservation.

Parents Supporting Parents (PSP) - The Woodlands
Barbara Knighton
523 Joshua Lee Ln.
Spring, TX 77386-1819
(832) 364-6992
Email: supportgroup@hometech-e.com
Parent support for children with any disability. Monthly meetings. Speakers. Social events for parents and family.

Linda H. Parrish, Ph.D.
Professor, Educational Psychology
Texas A&M University
4225 TAMU
College Station, TX 77843-4225
(979) 845-3447
Email: l-parrish@tamu.edu
Specialty: Education and employment for persons with disabilities. Special
Education Public Policy

Partner For Parents, Independent Parent Advocate
Carrie Kirton
7507 Elmhurst
Amarillo, TX 79121
(806) 282-9043
Email: carriekirton@yahoo.com
A free helping hand for parents with children in special education.

Partners Resource Network, TEAM Project
Olga L. Guerra
3311 Richmond #334
Houston, TX 77098
(713) 524-2147; (713) 524-7685; (713) 942-7135 (fax)
Email: prnteam@sbcglobal.net
Web: http://www.partnerstx.org
We assist parents who have children with disabilities with specail education issues.

 

Prelexia
Steve Wolf
13008 Wells Fargo Trail
Austin, TX 78737
(512) 653-9653; (512) 233-2613 (fax)
Email: wolf.steve@gmail.com
Web: http://www.prelexia.com
Prelexia is the first preschool for kids exhibiting pre-dyslexia indicators. Early intervention is critical to overcoming dyslexia. For ages 2 - 6

Programs for Children With Disabilities: Ages 3 to 5
Special Education Programs
Texas Education Agency
1701 North Congress Avenue
Austin, TX 78701-1494
(512) 463-9414

Programs for Children with Special Health Care Needs
Chronically III & Disabled Children s Services
TX Department of Health
1100 West 49th Street
Austin, TX 78756-3179
(512) 4S8-7355

Pumpkin Littles
Michelle Beck, MA
5452 Glen Lakes Drive, Suite 201
Dallas, TX
(972) 569-7141
Email: mbeck@pumpkinlittles.com
Web: http://www.PumpkinLittles.com
Providing therapeutic early intervention for ages 16 months to 8 years. Home and office based interventions using a multipdisciplinary: trained in DIR Floortime, Special Education, Early Education, ABA, TEACCH and PECS.

The Reading Journey
Debbie Lane
215 Winchester Suite 107
Tyler, TX 75701
(903) 581-4007
Email: readingjourneyty@aol.com
Web: http://www.readingjourneytyler.com
Reading and math tutoring for elementary students,including students with learning disabilities. Study and organizational skills included. Available for parent questions.

Reading & Radio Resource (formerly North Texas Taping and Radio for the Blind)
2007 Randall
Dallas, TX 75201
(214) 871-7668; (214) 871-7669 (fax)
Email: betty@readingresource.org

Web: http://www.readingresource.org/

Recording for the Blind & Dyslexic of Texas

Leslie R. Roberts, Esq.
Attorney and Mediator
8000 Coit Road, #300-224
Plano, TX 75025
(469) 682-7305
Email: leslie179@msn.com
Web: http://www.leslierroberts.com
Parent of special needs child and attorney/mediator provides special education legal services, including representation during mediation, to parents of special needs children.

Stephan Rubin, Esq., Mediator
Attorney at Law
7322 Southwest Freeway, Suite 2000
Houston, TX 77074
(713) 988-9470; (713) 858-9407; (713) 981-4133 (fax)
Email: sonicsteve@earthlink.net
Providing legal services under IDEA, including assistance during the ARD process, due process hearings before special education officers, and state and federal courts litigation.

R. Layla Salek, Ph.D.
P.O. Box 421517
Houston, TX 77242-1517
(832) 298-9118 ; (713) 820-7706
Email: cs@childrenfirsthabs.com
Web: http://www.childrenfirsthabs.com
We provide applied behavior analysis at your child's school or in-home therapy, and we provide child advocacy for families to help support them in the school setting.

Sante Pediatric Services (Austin)
Jennifer Nanzer
800 W. 34th St. Ste 250
Austin, TX 78705
(512) 454-4599; (512) 454-4997 (fax)
Email: swebb@santerehab.com
Web: http://www.santerehab.com
Outpatient rehab facility and pediatric home health agency providing Speech, Physical, and Occupational therapy to children ages birth to 21. Medicaid and private insurance accepted.

Sante Pediatric Services (El Paso)
Audrey Rivera
7500 Viscount Blvd. Ste C-49
El Paso, TX 79925
(915) 838-7604; (915) 772-4633 (fax)
Email: