We are here for you
All children are unique. They have their gifts, talents and other things about them that make them special. They also have their challenges. Their own mountains to climb. Children who have autism are no different. They just have autism.
We understand those challenges and are here to help you.
Our philosophy at MAC is one size does not fit all. We recognize your child for being that uniquely, special person who happens to have autism.
We are here to be your resource. Your confidants. Your partner as you navigate through next steps with your child and with your family.
We are here for you.
MAC fast facts
Minnesota Autism Center (MAC) provides therapeutic services to children and adolescents between the ages of 18 months to 21 years who have autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Our services are center-based and in-home, utilizing several therapeutic modalities all based on the principles of applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy, to develop individualized treatment plans and group learning experiences delivered in a 1:1 ratio or group learning setting with a team of mental health professionals.
JOIN US ON FEBRUARY 8, 2020
Share your evening with us as we shine the light on autism at the Minnesota Autism Center’s inaugural gala to raise funds to continue our work of providing services to children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder and their families. This event is open to the public and all proceeds will support MAC’s therapeutic services to children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder. Event details, the evening’s agenda and ticket information can be found on our gala event page.
Latest News and Events
Seeking 50,000 families to participate in autism study
Your DNA may spark answers! SPARK (Simons Powering Autism Research) and the University of Minnesota want to speed up research and advance the understanding of autism. It’s simple. It’s free.
Minnesota is higher than the national average with 1 in 42 children diagnosed with autism (the national average is 1 in 59). We want to help the process of speeding up research by encouraging families to participate in this largest autism study ever done in the U.S.
For more information, call (612) 624-0116 or email spark-mn@umn.edu. You can also learn more at sparkforautism.org/uminnesota or view the video below.
Blue pumpkins promote inclusion for trick-or-treaters
Children with autism spectrum disorder may choose to use a blue trick-or-treat bucket to indicate sensitivity to over stimulation. WDIO’s Brandon Weathers spoke with our Duluth Therapy Center director Carrie…
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KARE-11 speaks to MAC about SPARK and need to speed up autism research
Did you know that Minnesota is higher than the national average with 1 in 42 children diagnosed with autism? The national average is 1 in 59. We are proud to…
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Shining the Light on Autism
Save the date for our inaugural gala, Shining the Light on Autism, on Saturday, February 8, 2020. The event will be held at the Minneapolis Marriott Southwest from 5:30-9 p.m.…
MAC featured on KARE-11 Sunrise
Minnesota Autism Center was featured on KARE-11 Sunrise this summer, providing information and awareness on safe therapies for children with autism spectrum disorder. With MAC schools open year-round, our programs…
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MAC has 10 centers located throughout the state of Minnesota in addition to its corporate office and assessment center (both located in Minnetonka). Click on any of the center images below to learn more about each location.
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