Center for Autism Research, Treatment, and Training - CARTT

Introducing our second speaker spotlight... Marley Billman Miller MS! Marley will be giving tips on mealtime and selective eating during our caregiver summer series on July 20, 12-1pm. This is a 'pay what you can' event and has remote and in-person attendance options. Hope to see you there!

Registration link: https://auburn.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9QRZvR6oCHY7VNY

Meet another CARTT student clinician! Krishnapriya manages early intervention cases and has overseen group social skills classes for adolescents!

A huge thank you to the Kreher Preserve & Nature Center for letting CARTT Camp come play for the day! We had so much fun on our field trip and can’t wait to come play again soon!!!

Please take note and share this news about the new pediatric referral requirements for ABA services in Alabama. It is necessary to ensure that children with ASD do not have gaps in care or further delayed in starting critical services.

Having trouble with sleep, mealtime, or potty training with your child? Join us this July for a summer series made for caregivers!

Check out this event in downtown Opelika on June 6! Note their sensory friendly hour from 9-10am. Thank you Opelika Main Street for creating events for families with a variety of needs!

Touch a Truck returns to Historic Downtown Opelika on June 6, 2026, from 9 a.m. to Noon! 🚛🚒

Get up close with the machines that help move Opelika!
✅ FREE admission
✅ Family-friendly
✅ NEW: Sensory Hour from 9 a.m. - 10 a.m. (No horns/lights)

See you in the driver’s seat! 🏗️✨

A great opportunity for neurodivergent families from Autism Support of Alabama!

UPDATE 5:25PM: All giveaway tickets have been claimed, but you can still purchase tickets here: https://tinyurl.com/4z6vvvj2

Birmingham Barons Autism Friendly Day! ⚾💙
Mark your calendars for a very special afternoon at the ballpark! Join us for the Birmingham Barons Autism Friendly Game on Sunday, May 17th at Regions Field, with a 2:05 PM game start. This event is designed to create a comfortable and welcoming experience for individuals with sensory sensitivities, featuring adjusted sound levels, calming quiet zones, and sensory-friendly activities throughout the day. And don't miss your chance to meet our very own Jerry the Frog at the Meet & Greet! 🐸
Important ticketing details:

Limited tickets are available — these will go fast!
A maximum of 4 tickets per family/household
No family may register more than once
Tickets will be distributed electronically for use at the main gate, we will be at a table with resources!
https://givebutter.com/sensory-friendly-barons-game

Once these are gone, you can still purchase tickets on the Baron’s website to come out to the game!

Barons vs. trash pandas
May 17th, first pitch at 2:05
gates open at 1 pm.

This is a wonderful opportunity to create unforgettable memories with your family in an inclusive, welcoming environment. Don't wait — grab your tickets before they're gone! 💙⚾

We may be on a brief break from services this week, but Mattie is still hard at work preparing for summer programming! Learn more about our clinic director and her passion for the field

RyanRose will be taking over the CARTT instagram () tomorrow to show you a day in the life of a CARTT case manager!

Meet the student clinicians! These amazing women are case managers, planning and delivering services to clients, as part of their supervised training experience. Stay tuned to find out more about them!