Helping children and their families be as successful as possible at school, home and community

Child development is the physical, emotional and intellectual progress your child makes as they grow. If your child has chronic behavioral problems, trouble learning or developmental delays, they may be referred to a child development specialist for extra help.

Baylor Scott & White McLane Children’s child development specialists provide a comprehensive, individualized medical and developmental assessment of children with behavioral and learning differences. We counsel parents and families to help them access appropriate therapies and services within the Baylor Scott & White Health system, the community and the school.

For parents

Please review, print and fill out the attached questionnaire and email it to MYCDPKT@BSWHealth.org. This questionnaire allows our providers to learn more about your child's history.

Parent questionnaire form

Schedule an appointment with a child development specialist

Call 1.877.724.5437

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Conditions we treat

At Baylor Scott & White McLane Children’s, our child development specialists help evaluate young children (from birth to age 6) for developmental and behavioral problems, including autism spectrum disorder. To get started, the primary care provider needs to send a referral.

Our team works closely with other experts—like psychologists, psychiatrists, teachers, speech therapists, occupational therapists, and ABA therapists—to create a treatment plan that fits the child’s unique needs.

We help with:

  • Developmental problems linked to genetic conditions
  • Learning challenges and school-related concerns for children up to age 6 years
  • Developmental delays in babies and preschoolers
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) evaluations
  • Behavioral and developmental issues related to health problems or anxiety

Psychologist diagnostic testing/therapy:

  • ADHD associated with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Genetic conditions • ADOS-2 (Autism Diagnostic/Assessment) up to age 14 years old
  • Learning disability up to age 14 years old
  • Psychological Diagnostic Interview
  • Psychological Testing (Autism and learning)
  • Referrals accepted (by provider approval only)

We do not accept referrals for the following concerns:

  • Aggressive, violent, suicidal, or homicidal behavior
  • Children already diagnosed with serious mental health conditions like bipolar disorder, mood disorders, conduct disorder, or schizophrenia
  • Ongoing medication management