Client Resources

Trusted Guidance and Tools for Every Step of the Journey

Whether you are beginning a neuropsychological evaluation, supporting someone through learning differences, or coordinating care across school and medical systems, these resources offer reliable, evidence-based information and practical support for families and professionals working with Coherence.

How to Use These Resources

Families: Learn about developmental differences, advocacy rights, and school support options.
Caregivers and parents: Find practical tools for home, school, and clinician communication.
Professionals: Access clinical guidelines, continuing education, and interprofessional support networks.

Maryland-Specific Resources

Local and state organizations offering support, services, and guidance in Maryland:

Developmental, Disability & Neurodiversity Supports

Maryland State Department of Education, Division of Special Education/Early Intervention Services (MSDE): The primary public agency for early intervention, IEP supports, and special education guidance.
Maryland Coalition of Families for Children’s Mental Health (mdcoalition.org): Family-to-family support, training, and resource linkage for children’s mental health concerns.
Maryland School for the Deaf (msd.edu): Educational programs and family resources for Deaf and Hard of Hearing children.
Baltimore Child Abuse Center (charmcare.org): Trauma support, resources, and referrals for children and families.

Brain Injury & Neurological Support

Brain Injury Association of Maryland (biamd.org): State-level brain injury programs, educational events, and family support.
Maryland Head Injury Program (MHIP): Case management, support, and advocacy for individuals with traumatic brain injury.

Mental Health & Behavioral Health

Behavioral Health System Baltimore (bhsbaltimore.org): Central access point for behavioral health resources and crisis assistance in Baltimore.
Maryland Behavioral Health Administration (health.maryland.gov/bha): Statewide mental health services, provider directory, and family support.

Early Childhood & Family Support

Maryland Family Network (marylandfamilynetwork.org): Early childhood education support, parent education, and resources for families.
Parent Information Network (pinccsd.org): Statewide parent training and information center for children and youth with disabilities.

National Organizations for Clinical Conditions

Support, advocacy, and education for specific clinical conditions:

Children and Adults with ADHD, CHADD (chadd.org): Information, tools, and support for ADHD.
National Center for Learning Disabilities (ncld.org): Guidance and resources for learning differences.
International Dyslexia Association (dyslexiaida.org): Advocacy and resources for dyslexia and related learning challenges.
Autism Society of America (autism-society.org): Autism support and education.
Epilepsy Foundation (epilepsy.com): Education and support for epilepsy.
Brain Injury Association of America (biausa.org): Resources for individuals and families affected by brain injury.
Learning Disabilities Association of America (ldaamerica.org): Support, opportunities, and resources for individuals with learning disabilities of all ages and their families.

Professional & Advocacy Organizations

Helpful for referral sources and deeper professional context:

National Academy of Neuropsychology (nanonline.org): Professional neuropsychology resources and practice guidelines.
American Psychological Association (apa.org): Comprehensive psychology resources, including assessment, ethics, and practice standards.
American Academy of Clinical Neuropsychology (theaacn.org): Specialty organization for clinical neuropsychology.
National Association of the Deaf (nad.org): Advocacy and resources for individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing.

Brain, Neurological, & Neuropsychology Education

National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, Patient & Caregiver Education (ninds.nih.gov): Foundational information on brain function, stroke, and neurological conditions.

Educational & School-Support Resources

Understood.org: Family-friendly information on learning and attention differences, school strategies, and IEP/504 support.
Wrightslaw (wrightslaw.com): Special education law, advocacy tools, and parent guides.

Looking for Something Not Listed Here?

Reach out to Chelsea at info@coherenceneuropsych.com. Coherence is glad to help point families and professionals toward the resource that fits their specific situation.