Diagnosis & Evaluation
Getting evaluated can feel like navigating a maze. These Minnesota providers offer neuropsychological assessments, diagnostic evaluations, and ADHD/ASD screening for children, teens, and adults.
Neuropsychological testing for ADHD, learning differences, and executive function challenges. Offers adult assessments and post-secondary transition support.
Accepts many major insurance plans; verify benefits before booking.
Comprehensive diagnostic evaluations for autism spectrum disorder in children and adolescents. Also offers speech, OT, and mental health services.
Fraser also provides adult ASD consultations through their adult services division.
Therapist-run practice specializing in late-diagnosis ADHD and autism evaluations for adults. Known for neurodiversity-affirming, identity-first approach.
Focus on late-identified adults and self-discovery journeys.
Academic medical center providing developmental and behavioral evaluations for children. Longer wait times but accepts Medicaid.
Resident training clinic — evaluations may take longer but cost is lower.
ADHD coaching and evaluation services integrated with therapy. Great for people who want testing alongside ongoing support.
Also offers ADHD coaching separate from formal diagnosis.
Support Groups
Peer connection changes everything. Minnesota has active chapters of major neurodiversity organizations, plus community-based groups for adults, parents, and late-diagnosis folks.
Local chapter of Children and Adults with ADHD. Monthly support meetings, resource library, and annual conferences. In-person and virtual options.
Their Facebook group "CHADD Minnesota" is active between meetings.
Long-running organization providing advocacy, training, and community for autistic Minnesotans. Hosts annual conference and local meetups.
Their resource directory is one of the best in the state.
Active community group for Minnesotans with ADHD. Practical advice, provider recommendations, and peer support from locals who know the system.
Search Facebook for the group name. Over 1,000 members.
Structured peer groups for late-diagnosed adults running quarterly. Facilitated by clinicians, focused on lived experience.
Contact them directly for group schedule and waiting list.
Parent training and advocacy for families of children with disabilities. Excellent for IEP navigation, 504 plans, and school disputes.
Free services; primarily focused on families with children, but adult self-advocates use their materials too.
Education & Accommodations
From IEPs to 504 plans to college accommodations — Minnesota has strong protections, but getting what you need takes knowing what to ask for. These resources help you navigate the system.
Official state guidance on special education rights, IEP processes, and dispute resolution. The starting point for understanding your rights.
Their "A to Z" index covers almost every topic from ADHD to transition services.
Free workshops on IEP development, assistive technology, and self-advocacy skills for youth. Their YouTube channel has recorded sessions.
Essential resource for parents navigating K–12 special education.
Documentation guidelines and accommodation processes for post-secondary students. Their documentation requirements are public and useful for anyone seeking adult evaluation.
Their documentation guide is the clearest adult assessment template available in MN.
Accommodation services for students at the University of St. Thomas. Active intake process with good documentation support.
Graduate students welcome; smaller school feel with more personalized support.
Strong neurodiversity-affirming approach at Augsburg. Good option for students who want a smaller campus environment.
Augsburg is known for strong support for students with ADHD and autism.
Rights & Legal Protections
Minnesota has strong disability rights laws on top of federal protections. Knowing your rights means you can advocate more effectively — at school, at work, and in daily life.
Free legal advocacy for Minnesotans with disabilities. Handles issues including education rights, benefits denials, and discrimination.
Part of Mid Minnesota Legal Aid — free services, means-tested.
State program helping people with disabilities find and keep employment. Covers job coaching, accommodations consultation, and training.
Can also help with school-to-work transitions for students with IEPs.
Federal service providing free workplace accommodation consultation. Call or browse their searchable database — MN employers use JAN widely.
Use JAN before requesting accommodations at work — they have scripts and documentation templates.
One-stop navigation for disability benefits, employment, and services across Minnesota. Run by Rise Inc.
Free benefit counseling — great for adults navigating SSDI/SSI while working.
If your workplace environment is causing or worsening a disability condition, workers comp may apply. File claims through your employer.
ADHD and sensory processing conditions rarely qualify, but repetitive strain and anxiety do.
Crisis Resources
Neurodivergent folks can experience crisis in specific ways — overwhelm, shutdown, burnout, or acute mental health episodes. These services are trained to meet you where you are.
24/7 crisis line. Press 1 for Veterans, 2 for LGBTQ+ youth. Text or call available.
Ask for the neurodiversity-informed counselor if available.
Text HOME to 741741. Trained counselors, text-based format helpful for those who can`t speak on the phone.
Available 24/7; average response 5 minutes.
Peer support hotline run by and for trans people. Also serves neurodivergent folks who may not feel safe with standard crisis services.
Call: 877-565-8860. Not limited to trans callers — open to anyone in crisis.
988 Veterans/Military crisis line has specific protocols for neurodivergent callers. Request the specialist.
Crisis resources for neurodivergent people are evolving — bookmark this page.
Mobile crisis teams available in the Twin Cities metro. Can respond in person within 1–2 hours.
Outside Hennepin: contact your county social services for mobile crisis.
Therapeutic Providers
Finding a therapist or provider who actually understands neurodiversity is one of the most impactful steps you can take. These are based on positive community feedback.
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Therapy and coaching with a neurodiversity-informed lens. Focus on late-diagnosis adults, executive function support, and identity exploration.
Individual, couples, and group therapy. Sliding scale slots available.
Neuropsychologist specializing in ADHD and executive function in adults. Known for practical, functional assessments rather than purely diagnostic.
Waitlist typically 2–3 months; worth the wait for thorough, thoughtful evaluation.
Multi-disciplinary ADHD care including medication management, therapy, and coaching in one place. Accepts insurance including Medical Assistance.
Longer wait times than private practice but comprehensive.
ADHD-informed therapy and coaching practice in St. Paul. Good for people who want to work on executive function alongside emotional wellbeing.
Also provides DBT-informed skills groups.
Therapist specializing in ADHD and neurodivergent relationship dynamics. Particularly known for couples work where one or both partners are neurodivergent.
Specialized in the relational impact of ADHD — RSD, rejection sensitivity, and communication breakdown.
Provides ADHD coaching, therapy, and psychiatric medication management for adults. Known for thorough intake and integrated treatment.
Accepts Medical Assistance (MA) — relatively rare for adult ADHD providers.