Whole Family Autism+ Care
Our pediatric experts provide personalized evaluations and holistic therapy that celebrate your family’s unique strengths. Our shared goal? Meaningful change, deep connections, lasting joy. Together, we’ve got this.
Autism Care That Fits Into Your Life
✿ Flexible Scheduling ✿ Evening Hours ✿ Real Time Support
Wherever You Are on Your Journey, Avela Has a Place for You
Created by parents and driven by experts, we provide everything you need—from autism evaluations to therapy.
Are you questioning autism or other neurodivergence?
Avela offers timely, expert-driven autism evaluations to give you clarity—without the wait.
Waiting (endlessly) for services?
Waiting for help that never arrives is agonizing. Avela offers a solution you can start in days—not months or years.
Tried everything? And we mean everything.
We get it—we've been there. Avela offers a fresh approach to care, combining evidence-based therapy and family-centered guidance that leads to real progress.
Feeling overwhelmed and alone? We are here for you.
At Avela, we get real. Hear from real parents on what works and what doesn't. We're in this together.
Designed To Serve
Your Family’s Needs
A New Model of Autism Care Backed by 30 Years of Research
Every family is unique, and your care plan should be, too. That’s why our adaptable therapies are tailored to celebrate each child’s strengths while addressing challenges in ways that honor your family’s unique needs.
In short? Your Avela care team helps foster emotional well-being and lasting growth—not just for a session, not just for a season, but for a lifetime.
Our Avela Team is Here to Serve
Cynthia Anderson, PhD
At Avela, our commitment to transformative behavioral health is guided by the expertise and vision of Dr. Cynthia Anderson, a widely respected clinical-child psychologist and thought leader in autism care. Cynthia’s mission is to drive impactful outcomes for families through the integration of technology and collaborative research. Her scientific rigor and dedication to evidence-informed care form the foundation of Avela’s approach. Passionate about removing barriers to effective interventions, Cynthia works tirelessly to ensure that every family has access to practical, research-backed solutions that create meaningful change in homes, schools, and communities.
Robin McIntosh
Mother of 2 neurodivergent girls
Robin is an accomplished healthtech executive and former CEO of Workit Health, America’s leading telemedicine provider for substance use disorders. With over 15 years of experience, she specializes in human-centered design and business strategy to address large-scale industry challenges. As a mother to two neurodivergent children, she is passionately committed to advancing inclusive, impactful solutions in healthcare.
Kate Monti
Mother of 1 spirited boy
Kate is a dynamic leader and former Chief Operating Officer at Workit Health, where she dedicated her efforts to expanding access to innovative solutions for the opioid crisis across the U.S. Her focus includes health innovation, early childhood health, and overcoming health barriers through technology. Passionate about collaborative management and meaningful interactions, Kate continually works to bring essential care to underserved areas, driven by her commitment to health technology and management.
Join Our Avela Community
Hear from parents like you. Discover how Avela has transformed the journey for families navigating neurodivergent needs.
"I’m not trying to be perfect anymore. This group taught me to prioritize what truly matters."
Lin K.
Proud Mom of an Autistic Child
"For the first time, I feel like someone truly understands our journey and empowers us as a family, not just my son."
Janelle T.
Proud Mom of an Autistic Child
“Avela has been a lifeline for our family, giving us tools that fit our busy lives and supporting us every step of the way.”
Sarah M.
Mother of two Autistic Children
