TOurette Association of America Center of Excellence
From the Norman Fixel Institute to the Center of OCD, Anxiety and Related Disorders and CBIT to patient resources, the Tourette Association of America Center of Excellence meets all your needs for living with Tourette syndrome, tic disorders and related disorders.
Patient Care
Kids and adults living with Tourette syndrome and tic disorders need an interdisciplinary environment for treatment, and also an opportunity to participate in cutting edge research.
The Tourette Association of America Center of Excellence is comprised of two world-renowned clinical care centers: the Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases and the Center for OCD, Anxiety and Related Disorders.
The TAA Center of Excellence is home to clinicians and scientists at the University of Florida and UF Health who are committed to the multi-disciplinary care of people living with tics, Tourette syndrome, and related disorders.
Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases
The Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases is home to scientists and clinicians at UF Health who are working on neurological disorders that afflict millions of people across the globe.
Center for OCD, Anxiety and Related Disorders (COARD)
The Center for OCD, Anxiety, and Related Disorders (COARD) is an interdisciplinary group of researchers and clinicians who conduct clinical and translational research in obsessive compulsive and anxiety disorders at the University of Florida.
Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT)
CBIT is a non-medicated treatment consisting of training the patient to be more aware of their tics and the urge to tic, training patients to do competing behavior when they feel the urge to tic and making changes to day to day activities in ways that can be helpful in reducing tics.
Make an Appointment
Making an appointment at the TAA Center of Excellence is easy and convenient! With the Norman Fixel Institute and COARD, you can make appointments with either team to get started.
Our team can help you schedule your appointment. Options may be available for telehealth.
Support Groups & Events
Tourette BLOG & Tips
How Tourette’s and Tenacity Shaped Zachary…
By: Mallory Bachmann The Diagnosis and PhD Dream Zachary Simon grew up in the sunny state of California with his mom, dad, and older…
Tourette Awareness Fuels Lorenzo Tiozzo’s…
By Grace Huff Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month This Tourette Awareness Month, the Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases at UF…
Tourette Awareness Month 2025
Join the Tourette Association, our local support group and the Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases at UF Health in supporting the…
Tourette Quarterly Newsletter
Don’t miss any new content of the Tourette Blog & Tips! Subscribe to our quarterly newsletter filled with the latest information on Tourette syndrome and tic disorders, ranging from treatment tips, family tools and resources.
TAA Center of Excellence Newsletter
Tourette Resources
TAA Resource Library
The Tourette Association of America Resource Library is a collection of articles, pdfs, and videos that provide in-depth and rich resources about Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders. Funded by a grant from funding from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Tourette Inspiration Corner
Tourette Inspiration Corner
A space for all ages to hear from people in the Tourette Syndrome community. Through a collection of pre-recorded videos, individuals share their personal experiences, advice, and messages of encouragement. We hope these stories inspire understanding, connection, and hope.
TAA Toolkits
Family Toolkit
Educator’s Toolkit
Healthcare Provider’s Toolkit
Children’s Toolkit & Activity Book
Young Adult’s Toolkit
Law Enforcement Toolkit
TAA Comic Books
Exploring Life with Tourette Syndrome: Facing Challenges at the Mall
Exploring Life with Tourette Syndrome: Facing Challenges at School
Exploring Life with Tourette Syndrome: Facing Challenges at Home
TAA Awareness Card
Much of the stigma that surrounds Tourette syndrome and tic disorders comes from misunderstanding.
These cards may help you explain the effects of Tourette syndrome and tic disorders.
Crisis and Suicide Resources
News & ResearcH
Recursos de Salud Confiables en Español …
En honor al Mes de la Herencia Hispana, compartimos recursos confiables en español para pacientes y familias que viven con trastornos neurológicos…
How Tourette’s and Tenacity Shaped Zachary…
By: Mallory Bachmann The Diagnosis and PhD Dream Zachary Simon grew up in the sunny state of California with his mom, dad, and older…
Tourette Awareness Fuels Lorenzo Tiozzo’s…
By Grace Huff Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month This Tourette Awareness Month, the Norman Fixel Institute for Neurological Diseases at UF…
Participate in Research
Clinical trials are essential to finding new treatments for neurological disorders. You will have the opportunity to participate in groundbreaking clinical trials at the Fixel Institute.
