Greenwood Autism Center Adds Diagnostic Screenings

 
Truman’s Greenwood Interprofessional Autism Center has expanded its services by adding autism diagnostic screenings for potential clients.
 
Since 2023, Greenwood has provided in-depth interdisciplinary intervention for children with autism or suspected autism, as well as other neurodevelopmental disorders. Recently, Greenwood added Dr. Chris Maglio to the staff. As a licensed psychologist, Maglio is capable of conducting autism diagnostic screenings, clearing the way for potential clients to ultimately receive services from the facility.
 
“For insurance purposes, clients need to have a diagnosis of autism before they can receive services. Having Dr. Maglio available to conduct screenings puts Greenwood on another level, and it makes access to services easier for clients and their families,” said Dr. Maryellen Koch Jensen, director of the center. “We are thrilled to have him on the staff, and he is fabulous with the clients.”
 
While Maglio is new to Greenwood, he has a long association with Truman. In addition to operating a private practice, he has been a member of the Education Department faculty for more than 30 years. He has conducted research on the assessment and diagnosis of children and adolescents, anxiety disorders, PTSD, grief, loss and bereavement, school counselor training and forensic psychology. 
 
“The work I am doing providing diagnostic assessments at Greenwood is quite similar to my work in private practice,” Maglio said. “As an educator and clinician, I continually integrate and use many of the theories, concepts and methods I cover in my classes as a member of the Education Department faculty in my diagnostic assessments.”
 
Maglio will continue his work with the Education Department in addition to his new role. In his capacity at Greenwood, he will only be conducting screenings for autism and neurodevelopmental disorders. He will not be screening for mental health disorders or conducting neuropsychological tests.
 
For those seeking any of the services at Greenwood, there is an intake process. An online form for individuals, family members or guardians of those who may benefit from the center’s services is available at greenwood.truman.edu. The site also offers an organization inquiry form for school districts or other organizations seeking support for one or more clients. 
 
Depending on the needs of a client, each one receives a customized support plan which may address adaptive, social, communication, community, pre-vocational and vocational skills, as well as other needs.