Autism prevalence has risen to 1 in 31 children in the U.S., with access to quality care remaining a significant challenge. Research demonstrates that Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy significantly improves outcomes for children with autism. However, disparities in access, workforce challenges, and funding limitations often lead to inconsistent quality of care.
The commercialization of autism care has exacerbated these challenges. Many for-profit ABA providers prioritize financial growth over clinical quality. High turnover rates among behavior specialists, cost-cutting measures, and leadership with little to no clinical expertise have created an industry that focuses on billables rather than skill acquisition and behavioral improvement. Additionally, despite ethical concerns, the ever-increasing demand for academic performance and conformity has created a push for providers to use ABA in enforcing social normative behaviors, instead of nurturing the child’s unique potential. As a result, the best professionals leave the field or move out of network, making quality autism care increasingly inaccessible.
Our mission is to make high-quality, evidence-based, child-centered autism care accessible to all families by developing a sustainable, community-centered model that prioritizes clinical excellence. We achieve this by hiring and retaining passionate behavior specialists at competitive rates while supplementing insurance reimbursements with additional funding sources only available to nonprofit organizations. By removing financial barriers and focusing on each child’s unique strengths, we aim to provide equitable, consistent, and effective care for all children with autism, regardless of socioeconomic status.
