Autism Resources in Utah
A statewide guide to autism services in Utah — for families along the Wasatch Front in Salt Lake City, Provo and Orem, and Ogden, in St. George and the southwest, and across the state's rural counties.
Utah has some real strengths for autism families: a strong state insurance mandate that, since 2020, covers autism treatment including ABA with no age or hour caps; Medicaid coverage of ABA through the EPSDT benefit; the statewide Baby Watch early-intervention program; and the University of Utah's Huntsman Mental Health Institute as an academic hub for diagnosis and research. It also has real gaps — a long waiting list for DSPD waiver services, and far less capacity outside the Wasatch Front.
This page walks through how the pieces fit together and where to start.
To see where Utah stands overall, read our breakdown of the best states for autism services and what actually determines how well a state supports autistic kids.
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Utah at a glance
Early intervention program
Insurance mandate
Medicaid waivers (2)
- Community Supports Waiver (CSW)
- Former Medicaid Autism Waiver (closed)
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Support organizations
A statewide, parent-driven council connecting Utah families to autism resources, provider information, trainings, and a Fast Start checklist for the newly diagnosed.
Utah Parent CenterUtah's federally designated Parent Training and Information Center. Free one-on-one support, training, and advocacy for families navigating special education, IEPs, and disability services.
University of Utah - Huntsman Mental Health InstituteHome to the University of Utah ASD Clinic and the Neurobehavior HOME Program — the region's academic hub for autism diagnosis, treatment, and research across the lifespan.
Division of Services for People with Disabilities (DSPD)The state division that administers Medicaid waivers and community-based services for people with disabilities, including autism. The access point for waiver services, which have a waiting list.
Disability Law CenterUtah's federally designated protection and advocacy organization, providing free legal help on disability rights including special education.
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