Neuro Affirmative Autism Resource Center
Providing a network of neuro-affirmative resources run by autistic people for autistic people. Located in North Alabama near Huntsville and Madison, our goal is to create resources for people in the North Alabama autism community!
Welcome to the Neuro Affirmative Autism Resource Center (NAARC)
Located in North Alabama, NAARC is a fully volunteer-run nonprofit with no external funding or grants. Our work is powered by compassion, lived experience, and the dedication of mental health professionals who believe in building a more inclusive world for autistic individuals.
We exist to meet the urgent need for accessible, affirming mental health support in our community. NAARC provides low-cost counseling, affordable autism assessments, and free support groups for autistic teens and adults—services made possible entirely through volunteer efforts.
Rooted in neurodiversity, advocacy, and community care, our mission is to empower autistic people and their families by offering resources, connection, and a safe space to grow. We believe every autistic person deserves support that honors their identity and fosters their strengths.
Whether you're seeking guidance, community, or clarity, NAARC is here to walk beside you.
Who We Are:
“When I was younger I was looking for the magic meaning of life. It’s very simple now. Making the lives of others better, doing something of lasting value. That’s the meaning of life, it’s that simple”
— Temple Grandin, Autistic Person and Autism Advocate
We Need Your Support
We Need Your Support
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NAARC Needs Your Support
Everything we’ve built at NAARC has been made possible through the dedication of our volunteers and the generosity of a single donor. Thanks to them, we've been able to provide vital services to autistic adults and teens in our community.
But our resources are stretched thin, and without additional support, we may soon have to scale back the services so many rely on.
If you believe in our mission, please consider making a donation. Your contribution can help us keep our doors open and continue offering affirming, life-changing support to those who need it most.
Join Our Community!
NAARC offers a free support group every Thursday Night!
Our Groups are Open to All Autistic Adults Ages 18+.
Please Be Aware that NAARC is run entirely by volunteers and it may take a week or two for us to respond. You are important to us. Please be Patient.
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Join A Group!
Join us Thursdays at 6:30 PM for our open, peer-led support group—created by and for autistic adults in a space grounded in safety, dignity, and neurodiversity-affirming care. This group is a first step toward connection, understanding, and community.
After joining, you’ll have access to additional closed, private groups tailored to specific needs and experiences. All groups are facilitated by autistic peers and guided by principles of transparency, consent, and mutual respect.
To participate, please complete the linked application. We look forward to welcoming you—just as you are.
Need an Autism Assessment?
NAARC provides low-cost autism testing for those who reside in the state of Alabama. Testing is $150 and must be paid prior to your first appointment. Please fill out the form below to schedule your first appointment!
Need Counseling?
We are able to offer counseling services for autistic adults and teens for $20 a session. You will need to bring in paperwork documenting your financial need and have testing indicating you are autistic to qualify. The online RAADS-R and AQ tests are valid. Please complete the form below to register and someone will reach out to you to schedule you within 2-3 weeks.