Lighthouse Autism Center Opening New Autism Therapy Center in Rocky Mount, North Carolina

ROCKY MOUNT, N.C., March 31, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lighthouse Autism Center (LAC), a leading provider of center-based autism therapy, is proud to announce the opening of a new autism therapy center in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. The new center will expand access to specialized autism services for children and families throughout Nash County, Edgecombe County, and the surrounding communities.

The Rocky Mount center will serve 28 children at capacity and will feature four therapy pods designed to support individualized and group-based learning opportunities. The center is expected to open by the end of June and will be Lighthouse Autism Center’s sixth location in North Carolina, further expanding the organization’s presence in the state.

Located at 110 Enterprise Dr., Rocky Mount, NC 27804, the center will occupy more than 7,500 square feet and provide a welcoming, play-based environment where children can build essential skills through personalized therapy programs.

“We are excited to bring Lighthouse Autism Center’s services to families in the Rocky Mount community,” said Natalie Yates, Clinical Regional Director. “Our goal is to provide compassionate, high-quality care that helps children with autism develop the skills they need to grow, communicate, and thrive. We look forward to becoming part of this community and supporting families throughout their autism journey.”

The Rocky Mount center will be led by Clinical Regional Director Natalie Yates and supported by Senior Clinical Regional Director Karen Merkel. Together, they will oversee a team of Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) and Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) who deliver individualized therapy programs tailored to each child’s unique strengths and needs.

In addition to Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, the center will offer Lighthouse Fusion, Lighthouse Autism Center’s innovative approach that integrates speech support directly into a child’s daily ABA programming. By embedding communication practice throughout therapy sessions, Lighthouse Fusion creates more opportunities for children to develop meaningful language and social skills while engaging in fun, play-based activities.

The Rocky Mount center will also provide autism diagnostic testing, pre-academic learning programs, and parent support resources designed to help families navigate every stage of their child’s development.

The opening of the new center will also bring new employment opportunities to the Rocky Mount area as Lighthouse Autism Center continues its mission of expanding access to high-quality autism therapy.

Families interested in learning more about services or enrolling their child can contact Lighthouse Autism Center at 704-803-4500 or visit the company’s website for more information.

About Lighthouse Autism Center
Lighthouse Autism Center is a leading provider of center-based autism therapy, offering Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services to children with autism across Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Iowa, Nebraska, and North Carolina. Lighthouse Autism Center is known for its compassionate care, innovative clinical models, and commitment to helping children reach their fullest potential through individualized, play-based therapy.

Contact: Ethan Sheckler
Marketing Manager
(574) 345-0051 | esheckler@lighthouseaba.com

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