Neurodivergent
Nonmedical term that describes individuals whose brain works differently from others, or from those who are “neurotypical”. This can include people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Dyslexia, Sensory Processing Disorders (SPD), Tourette Syndrome, and more. 

Neurodiversity
Word to describe the unique differences everyone has with the way their brain works. 

Neurodiverse Affirming
Refers to a person/professional (or agency, practice, organization, school) who views Neurodivergence and Neurodiversity as a difference, not a deficit. Someone who is Neurodiverse Affirming honors an individual’s uniqueness and doesn’t try to make them act more “neurotypical.”

Acronyms

• ASD - Autism Spectrum Disorder

• AA - Actually Autistic

• ADHD - Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

• AuDHD - Autistic and ADHD

• ABA - Applied Behavior Analysis 

• CBT - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

• DBT - Dialectical Behavior Therapy

• GAD - Generalized Anxiety Disorder

• ODD - Oppositional Defiant Disorder

• OT - Occupational Therapy

• PDA - Pathological Demand Avoidance

• PT - Physical Therapy

• ST - Speech Therapy 

• SPD - Sensory Processing Disorder

Wasatch Pediatrics Neuropsychology 
231 E. 400 South, Suite 335, SLC, UT 84111
AND
224 South Main Street, Suite 115, Centerville, UT 84014
 801-363-1189
http://www.kidsneuropsych.com/

Neurodiverse Psychological Services
2319 Foothill Dr. Suite 240, SLC, UT 84109​
801.382.7782
https://www.ndpservices.com/

The Children’s Center
3725 W 4100 S Ste 150, West Valley City, UT 84120
(801) 582-5534
https://childrenscenterutah.org/

The Autism Clinic 
1537 South Main Street, SLC, UT 84115
(385) 777-9444

University Developmental Assessments Clinics (UDAC)
Primary Children’s Eccles Outpatient Building
81 N Mario Capecchi Dr. SLC, Utah 84113
801-213-3599
https://healthcare.utah.edu/pediatrics/programs-services/udac

Continuum Mind + Body Collaborative
1336 South 1100 East, SLC, UT 84105 
(801) 877-0267
https://www.continuummindbody.com/

Utah Center for Evidence Based Treatment
170 S 1000 E Suite 201, Salt Lake City, UT 84102
(801) 419-0139
https://www.ucebt.com/

Copper Valley Psychology11616 S State St Ste 1505, Draper, UT 84020 
801-332-9370https://www.coppervalleypsychology.com/

Utah Department of Health Comprehensive List: 
https://health.utah.gov/cshcn/pdf/Autism/Autism%20Evaluations.pdf

Whitney Barrell Counseling
1308 E. 1700 S. #211, SLC, UT 84108
385-355-4355
http://www.whitneybarrellcounseling.com/

Sandcastle Family Counseling
1273 W 12600 S Suite 403, Riverton, UT 84065
(443) 975-6577 
https://scastlefc.com/

Not A Robot Child & Family Therapy 
1273 W 12600 S Suite 402, Riverton, UT 84065
385-236-4848
https://www.notarobottherapy.com/

The Neurodiversity Clinic (Adults)
970 E 3300 S, Suite 9, Millcreek, Utah, 84106
801-432-0015
https://www.theneurodiversityclinic.com/

Metta Counseling and Wellness
10459 W 1300 S  Suite 102, South Jordan, UT
‪(801)  341-9448
https://www.mettacounselingandwellness.com/

Huntsman Mental Health Institute - Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinic
501 Chipeta Way, SLC, UT 84108
801-583-2500
https://healthcare.utah.edu/hmhi/treatments/autism-clinic

Amber Creek Counseling and Psychiatry
9035 S. 1300 E. #120, Sandy, UT 84094
801-455-0045
https://ambercreekcounseling.com/

Therapy By Design
370 E. South Temple, SLC, UT 84111
https://www.therapy-by-design.com/

Rooted Counseling and Wellness
11620 S. State St. #1403 & #1404  Draper, UT 84020
801-508-4150
https://rootedcounselingandwellness.com/

Linda Cooper, CMHCRockStreetMentalHealth@gmail.com
(385) 743-1038
lindacoopergroups.com

Ability Innovations
5484 Adams Ave Pkwy, Ogden, UT
(801) 608-8056
and
365 W 1550 N, Suite H, Layton, UT
(801) 618-7903 
https://abilityinnovations.com/

Speech and OT, and CBIT (Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics), Social Skills Groups

Children in Motion5284 Commerce Drive, Suite C-214
Murray, UT 84107
Main Office: (801) 871-5492
https://www.children-in-motion.com/

The Neurodiversity Clinic (Adults)
970 E 3300 S, Suite 9, Millcreek, Utah, 84106
801-432-0015
https://www.theneurodiversityclinic.com/

Primary Children’s Rehabilitation Services (May require referral from MD) 
Multiple Locations
833-577-3422
https://intermountainhealthcare.org/primary-childrens/conditions-treatments/occupational-therapy/

Functionabilities
https://makingtherapyfun.com/
(801) 443-7775

Primary Children’s Rehabilitation Services (May require referral from MD) 
Multiple Locations
833-577-3422
https://intermountainhealthcare.org/primary-childrens/conditions-treatments/occupational-therapy/

Browning Speech Therapy, LLC
6558 Candice View Cove, Herriman, UT 84096
(801) 493-9690
https://www.browningspeech.com/Welcome.html

HeyDay Speech and LanguageTherapy
​8160 South Highland Dr. Suite 106, Sandy, UT 84093
www.heydayspeech.com

Ability Innovations
5484 Adams Ave Pkwy, Ogden, UT
(801) 608-8056
AND
365 W 1550 N Suite H, Layton, UT
(801) 618-7903 
https://abilityinnovations.com/

Primary Children’s Rehabilitation Services (May require referral from MD) 
Multiple Locations
833-577-3422
https://intermountainhealthcare.org/primary-childrens/conditions-treatments/occupational-therapy/

Ability Innovations
5484 Adams Ave Pkwy, Ogden, UT
(801) 608-8056
AND
365 W 1550 N Suite H, Layton, UT
(801) 618-7903 
https://abilityinnovations.com/

Primary Children’s Rehabilitation Services (May require referral from MD) 
Multiple Locations
833-577-3422
https://intermountainhealthcare.org/primary-childrens/conditions-treatments/occupational-therapy/

Ability Innovations
5484 Adams Ave Pkwy, Ogden, UT
(801) 608-8056
AND
365 W 1550 N Suite H, Layton, UT
(801) 618-7903 
https://abilityinnovations.com/

Advanced Behavior Analysis 
8031 S 700 E, Sandy, UT 84070
(385) 695-2203
https://anybehavior.com/

A.B.I. Therapy 
12637 South 265 West, Draper, Utah 84020
801- 998-8428
https://abilearningcenter.com/

Kids on the Move
475 Hospital Dr, Orem, UT 84057
(801) 221-9930
https://kotm.org

Huntsman Mental Health Institute - Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinic
501 Chipeta Way, SLC, UT 84108
801-583-2500
https://healthcare.utah.edu/hmhi/treatments/autism-clinic

Autism Solutions
12222 S 1000 E #4, Draper, UT 84020
2649 N Main St, Sunset, UT 84015
1785 W 7888 S, West Jordan, UT 84088
(801) 987-3592
https://www.autismsolutionsutah.com/

ABA Services list from Utah Department of Health: 
https://health.utah.gov/cshcn/pdf/Autism/ABAProviders.pdf

Mrs. Speechie P
https://www.mrsspeechiep.com/
https://www.instagram.com/mrsspeechiep/

The OT Butterfly
https://theotbutterfly.com/
https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly/
Podcast: The Sensory W.I.S.E. Solutions Podcast for Parents

The Autism Dietitian - Brittyn Coleman
https://www.nourishingautism.co/
https://www.instagram.com/autismdietitian/

The Autism Consultant
https://www.instagram.com/theautismconsultant/

Jennifer Anderson, MSPH, RDN
https://kidseatincolor.com/
https://www.instagram.com/kids.eat.in.color/

Tilt Parenting
https://tiltparenting.com/

Utah Parent Center
5296 Commerce Dr #302, Murray, UT 84107
(801) 272-1051
https://utahparentcenter.org/

PDA North America
https://pdanorthamerica.org/

Self-Advocate - Andrew Warboe
https://andrewarboe.weebly.com/
Austistic Women & Nonbinary Network
https://awnnetwork.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/FINAL-English-Parent-Packet-1027.pdf​

“Considerations when Looking for Services for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Utah Autism Initiative Committee.”
https://health.utah.gov/cshcn/pdf/Autism/Utah%20Autism%20Initiative%20Considerations%20When%20Choosing%20Services.pdf

“Pain During Pregnancy? Yes, Acetaminophen is Safe to Take.”
https://healthcare.utah.edu/healthfeed/2023/03/pain-during-pregnancy-yes-acetaminophen-safe-take

“8 Things You Should Know About the Diagnostic Evaluation Process for Autism Spectrum Disorder.” 
https://blog.abskids.com/8-things-you-should-know-about-the-diagnostic-evaluation-process-for-autism-spectrum-disorder

“What is PDA? https://pdanorthamerica.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/What-is-PDA.pdf