Business Details
Specialized Autism & Developmental Pediatrics Care in Sandy Springs
Founded by Dr. Mark Moncino, a board-certified pediatrician with personal and professional experience in developmental challenges, our practice provides comprehensive Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Developmental-Behavioral Pediatric (DBP) care for children, teens, and families. We prioritize a family-centered approach, recognizing that developmental differences impact entire households. Our philosophy emphasizes individualized treatment plans that build on each child's strengths while addressing weaknesses through evidence-based strategies. We collaborate with primary care physicians, therapists, and school personnel to ensure coordinated, multidisciplinary care.Our team utilizes change management principles to implement incremental, sustainable behavioral adjustments aligned with long-term goals. We specialize in telemedicine solutions to complement in-person care, offering flexible access to expertise. Our mission extends beyond immediate needs, focusing on lifelong success through personalized medical and psychological support. We serve patients across Georgia, with a commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care planning.
Services
ASD Evaluations
Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics
Psychological Assessments
Telemedicine Consultations
Adult ADHD Management
Highlights and features
- Board-certified pediatrician with 40+ years of developmental medicine experience
- Personal family experience with developmental challenges informs our approach
- Integrated telemedicine solutions for flexible care access
- Multidisciplinary team coordination across medical, educational, and therapeutic domains
- Evidence-based change management strategies for sustainable behavioral improvements
Services
Autism Spectrum Disorder Evaluations
Comprehensive psychological evaluations for autism diagnosis across developmental stages. Our licensed psychologists conduct detailed assessments to identify ASD characteristics and develop individualized intervention strategies. Services include diagnostic clarification, treatment planning, and school accommodation recommendations for infants through adolescents.
Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics
Medical management of developmental and behavioral challenges including ADHD, anxiety, and learning disorders. We address school performance issues, social difficulties, and behavioral concerns through evidence-based interventions tailored to each child's developmental trajectory and family context.
Telemedicine Consultations
Secure video and phone consultations for established patients. Our telemedicine platform supports ongoing care coordination, medication management, and behavioral strategy implementation while reducing office visit requirements and travel burdens for Georgia families.
Adult Autism Services
Specialized evaluations and management for adults with diagnosed or suspected autism. We help patients understand lifelong challenges, develop coping strategies, and implement medical and behavioral interventions to improve workplace and personal functioning through personalized care plans.
Multidisciplinary Team Coordination
Centralized coordination of care across medical, educational, and therapeutic providers. We synthesize recommendations from primary care physicians, school personnel, and specialists to create unified treatment approaches that address the complete needs of children with developmental differences.
People
Julie Cash
Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Cash specializes in autism and developmental evaluations for children. She completed postdoctoral training at Emory University's Marcus Autism Center and has extensive experience conducting neuropsychological assessments for developmental disabilities and behavioral concerns.
Mark Moncino
Founder & Pediatrician
Board-certified developmental-behavioral pediatrician with 40+ years of experience. Dr. Moncino focuses on family-centered care for children with developmental challenges, combining personal experience with professional expertise to create comprehensive, long-term treatment strategies.
Questions
What services does GCADP offer for autism diagnosis?
We provide comprehensive ASD evaluations for children of all ages through psychological assessments conducted by Dr. Julie Cash, including diagnostic clarification and treatment planning.
Do you accept insurance for your services?
We operate as a direct-pay practice but provide superbills for potential out-of-network insurance reimbursement. Patients should verify coverage with their insurance provider directly.
How does telemedicine work for developmental consultations?
Established patients can access virtual care through video conferencing, phone calls, and secure messaging to supplement in-person visits while maintaining clinical appropriateness.
What age groups do you treat for ADHD?
We provide ADHD evaluations and management for children, adolescents, and adults, addressing both newly diagnosed and long-standing concerns across the lifespan.
How are treatment plans developed for developmental challenges?
Our plans use change management principles to implement incremental behavioral adjustments, focusing on building strengths while addressing weaknesses through coordinated care strategies.
