Assessment and Resource Center for Autism and Neurodiversity - ARC Frisco

My husband and I were a little hesitant about going to somewhere new and having to discuss our child's history, again. However, the staff were very understanding since we had our child evaluated before and been dismissed, but we knew there was more to what was going on than ADHD. Dr. Gayoso took the time to meet with us before our child's evaluation and listen to all our concerns. She listened and discussed their past evaluations/medical history, what they could mean, as well as what that could mean for this evaluation. Our ...

Ariana Morris · via google

I went to Dr Gayoso for parent consult for an evaluation for my child who has ASD. All I can say is please go somewhere else and do not waste your money here. Lots of red flags and genuine reasons behind this review 1. Prices are very much on the higher side, highest I have ever been quoted for an evaluation 2. Dr Gayoso believes autism is not genetic and it’s environmental. 3. She also think it can be caused by vaccines or from taking Tylenol during pregnancy. I expect RFK Jr and Trump administration to spew this kind of no...

Sheetal Pang · via google

I don’t even know where to begin—the entire ARC team and Dr. G are amazing! I had a feeling something was different about my son as early as age three, but when I brought it up to his pediatrician and others, there were no concerns. Now at 7 years old, I still couldn’t shake that feeling, so we decided to have him evaluated by the ARC team—and it was the best investment my husband and I could have made for our son. He was diagnosed with autism, and we finally have answers. If it weren’t for this team—and trusting my intuitio...

Mishon Rodgers · via google

I highly recommend ARC! Super nice and knowledgeable staff that's always been ready to answer my questions. Love this place!

Bryce Watson · via google

I definitely appreciate the entire team for their time, feedback, & resources. They intentionally steward the atmosphere that makes you feel welcomed, heard, and seen. The tests can be intense, but its guided with love. They take their time and encourage you throughout the process. Your in good hands with Dr. Gayoso and her team!

Spirit Led TV · via google

Do not email a short request in an effort to reach out. You will receive a phone call stating “I’m not trained in that kind of assessment” when they don’t really know what’s going on and then question why you hang up. That’s called making assumptions. And you’re supposed to be “helping” people. GOOD JOB!!!!

Amy Johnson · via google

There is a review on here that is posted on multiple sites as well that I think paints Dr. Maurice B Smith in a terrible light. Before going in, it even made me a bit worried, but I’m glad the review was horribly wrong. I have recently went in for an ASD assessment, and I have nothing but praises for Dr. Smith. The review from a year ago claims that he only thinks stereotypically of Autism and Autism in adults when that is far from the truth. I am not considered as the reviewer says, “stereotypical type of ASD”, but was taken seriously with my assessment. Many times during the assessment, he explained to me about the wide spectrum of ASD and how it can be from Mild to Severe and he acknowledges new studies. He is not outdated at all and Dr. Smith was very kind and made sure I was comfortable. I also appreciate how thorough he is in his testing for ASD, and how he wants to make sure to test for other neurodivergent symptoms as well (Adhd, OCD, bipolar, ptsd, etc). In conclusion, I am thankful for Dr. Smith being kind doctor in this field. There are many doctors who don’t take their patients seriously or rush the diagnosis. Dr. smith is not one of them.

Kameron White · via google

I would not go here if you are not the stereotypical type of ASD you see on mainstream TV and in movies like “Rain Man” and Sia’s “Music”. To call Doctor Smith’s perspective outdated is an understatement . Despite an estimated two thirds of autistic adults still being undiagnosed, Dr. Smith explicitly stated that he feels that it is being over diagnosed, literally saying doctors are treating it as the “soup of the day”. In my opinion this bias dramatically affected the outcome of the appointment.

K A · via google