Bright Starts Pediatrics provides autism evaluations, ADHD evaluations, and developmental assessments for children, teens, and young adults in Colorado Springs. Our focus is on clear answers and practical next steps for families.

Neuro-affirming care means we do not try to “fix” who your child is. We look at their strengths, sensory needs, and communication style, and we build autism and ADHD evaluation plans that respect how their brain works.

Your child will be evaluated by Dr. Mary Jones, a board certified pediatric specialist who focuses on autism evaluation, ADHD evaluation, and developmental assessment. She uses tools like the ADOS-2, CARS-2, Qb Test, and MIGDAS-2 when they are a good fit for your child.

Dr. Mary Jones takes time to listen to your story and your child’s lived experience. Instead of only looking at test scores, she considers communication, sensory processing, emotions, and daily life. Families often say the evaluation feels clearer and more human.

Yes. Bright Starts evaluates teens and young adults, including those who were missed earlier or who mask their autism traits. Tools like the MIGDAS-2 help older adolescents and young adults share their experiences in a natural, conversational way.

Yes. After an autism evaluation, ADHD evaluation, or developmental assessment, you receive a detailed report, an explanation in plain language, and recommendations for home, school, and community supports so you know what to do next.