Our Screen-Refer-Treat (SRT) Study was recently highlighted by NIMH Director Dr. Joshua Gordon in his ‘Director’s Messages.’ His message on Wednesday focused on the need to address the significant health disparities that exist for traditionally underrepresented populations in accessing mental health services. The SRT study has aimed to improve access to early detection and treatment for ASD in rural communities. One specific objective has been to reach Hispanic families, as evidence suggests that they are under-identified and experience longer delays in accessing ASD-specialized services relative to other racial/ethnic groups.