Autism Resource Guide: Connecting You With Local Partners

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Miami Mom Collective, Miami’s Premier Parenting Resource, is excited to announce our Autism Resource Guide!

At Miami Mom Collective, we have a special place in our hearts for moms of children with Autism. We know and love many of them, and see how their families need special support to navigate the unique situations they face.

We’ve put together our Autism Resource Guide to connect families with local businesses across Miami who work toward the same goals of setting up children with Autism for success. It is a joy to connect you with these partners who can come alongside you in your motherhood journey.

If you’ve benefitted from an Autism Resource in the city, please drop it in the comments below! We’d love to see you encouraging and equipping each other by sharing what’s been beneficial for you.

*As always, please do your due diligence when researching resources for your children.*

Guide to Autism Resources in Miami!

At MLE, individuals with special needs are seen, heard, and empowered. Every student or adult who walks through our doors finds a place of warmth, encouragement, and growth. Here, communication becomes possible, friendships are formed, independence is nurtured, and joy is found in everyday milestones. 50 years as the leading program in South Florida, offering uninterrupted education from kindergarten to adulthood for individuals with varying developmental exceptionalities.

The De Moya Foundation

The de Moya Foundation

We are committed to creating employment opportunities for young adults with unique abilities by building long term partnerships with the employers and providing support for the employees. We foster hope, confidence and independence to ensure successful employment outcomes and community inclusion.The de Moya Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and supports the Employment Program through DMF Employment Opportunities, LLC.

CARD - Center for Autism & Related Disabilities

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CARD stands for the Center for Autism and Related Disabilities. We are a collaborative program of the University of Miami and Nova Southeastern University currently serving over 17,000 families in Miami-Dade, Broward, and Monroe Counties. Our mission is to optimize the potential of people living with autism and related disabilities. All services provided by CARD are all at no cost to families.

V&R Hopeful Hearts

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V&R Hopeful Hearts provides personalized ABA therapy and life skills training for children aged 2-21. We support families with compassionate care, evidence based strategies, and a heart for growth in both English and Spanish. Contact us for a free consultation!

 

Piece By Piece Behavioral Therapy

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At Piece By Piece Behavioral Therapy, we provide individualized ABA services for neurodivergent children in a fun, supportive environment. Through play and evidence-based approaches, we help children build communication, social, and everyday life skills. We partner with families every step of the way to create meaningful experiences that encourage confidence, independence, and lasting growth.

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Gordon School is a nurturing community where children from infancy through middle school thrive academically, socially, and spiritually. Rooted in Jewish values, Gordon fosters curiosity, creativity, and compassion through strong academics, meaningful traditions, and inclusive programs. With dedicated teachers and supportive families, Gordon inspires confident learners and caring leaders.

Behavior magic

Unlike most ABA providers, I personally deliver 1:1 therapy as a BCBA—an uncommon and highly effective approach. I work directly with children in home, school, and community settings, while also training parents. This ensures specialized, consistent, and individualized care that accelerates progress and empowers families.

Higher Achievements ABA

Higher Achievements is a dedicated autism support provider offering individualized ABA therapy, parent training, and social skills programs. We focus on accessibility with no waitlists and no out-of-pocket costs for families. Our mission is to empower children with autism to thrive at home, in school, and in the community.

Grove Wellness Kids

At Grove Wellness Kids, we help Miami families uncover the “why” behind their child’s health challenges. Through advanced testing, personalized treatment plans, and holistic functional medicine, we address root causes—not just symptoms—supporting gut health, behavior, development, and long-term wellness so children can thrive naturally.

A Special Angel’s Touch
Advocacy Network on Disabilities
Aidaly
Arts for Autism/ Miami Lakes Special Needs Advisory Board
Atlantis Academy
Aguila Law
Autism Speaks
Be Unique
Behavioral Spark
Best Buddies FL
Bright Bridge Preparatory
Children’s Trust
Department of Children and Families
Disability Independence Group
Florida Health/Early Steps/FDLRS
Friendship Circle
Gentle Loving Homecare
Highpoint Academy
I Rock Behavior
Kids Care Home Health
Learning Links

MDCPS ESE
Miami Dade Parks and Recreation
Miami Dade PD
Miami Learning Experience
Official Starsoul (BeYOUtiful Collection)
Parent to Parent
Positive Behavior Services
S.T.A.R.S Miami
Shaping Academy
Special Needs World
Special Olympics
Spectrum Therapy Care
Sunflower/Miami International Airport
The Behavior Change
The Behaviorists
The de Moya Foundation
UM Mailman Center
UM-NSU CARD
Uplift Literacy

We cannot discuss Autism resources in Miami without mentioning a very special member of our team!  Krystal Giraldo is a mother to a son with Autism, and she is doing absolutely incredible work in Miami to support moms of children with autism. Krystal has built a community of Autism Moms across the city providing them with great resources through her Autism Moms’ Night Out events. She also brings joy to everyone she interacts with. 

If you’d like to learn more about Krystal, read her articles below or reach out to her! She not only has valuable insight on navigating parenting as both a stepmom and Autism mom, but she is also an expert in navigating motherhood while working full time and keeping life fun in all that she does.

You can also follow her on her journey and learn more about her community at The Inclusive Mama and Inclusive Mamas Connect.

Krystal Giraldo

Krystal Giraldo
Krystal Giraldo is a full time working momma and stepmom. She embraces all parenting a child with special needs, coparenting and life changes with good books and cafecito. Krystal enjoys traveling, attending community events, eating sushi and trying all the red wines. This momma strives to continue strengthening and growing her village through her family and friends, both local and out of state. And cannot wait to connect more with her tribe within the Miami Mom Collective community. Check her out on instagram @theinclusivemama

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  1. Better Kids Therapy has been pivotal for our son’s progress. We also recently did sensory Saturday at Miami Children’s Museum. Best experience for our son who has some auditory aversions.

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