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Autism Diagnosis in Sparks, Nevada

Getting an autism evaluation from Sparks means looking to the Reno metro, where Northern Nevada's diagnostic capacity is concentrated — anchored by the University of Nevada, Reno. There are a few real paths, they differ a lot in cost and wait time, and the smartest families pursue more than one at once. If your child is very young, there is also a route that skips the diagnosis-first bottleneck entirely.

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University Center for Autism and Neurodevelopment (UCAN)

Diagnostic evaluation

UNR-based multidisciplinary autism evaluations, historically at no cost; referral required. 1664 N. Virginia St, Reno; (775) 682-7025.

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Reno Psychological Services

Diagnostic evaluation

Private practice offering autism and neuropsychological assessments; has posted multi-month waitlists.

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Dosheen Cook, Ph.D.

Diagnostic evaluation

Reno practice specializing in comprehensive neuropsychological assessment for children and adolescents.

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Nevada Early Intervention Services (NEIS)

Early intervention / evaluation

Free evaluation and services for children birth to 3 with developmental delays; no diagnosis required to start.

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