Avela Health provides comprehensive virtual autism evaluations for children and adults, eliminating waitlists for diagnostic clarity. The company delivers tailored, strengths-based autism interventions, including individual therapy, therapeutic groups, and school support. Care is grounded in evidence-based science and designed to integrate seamlessly into daily routines via telehealth platforms.
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Problem
Families often face long waitlists and limited access to specialists when seeking autism evaluations and tailored therapy programs for their children and teens. Traditional in-person services can be difficult to access due to geographical limitations, scheduling constraints, and the need for specialized expertise.
Solution
Avela Health provides virtual autism evaluations and evidence-based therapy for children, teens, and adults, delivered through a convenient telehealth platform. The company offers comprehensive diagnostic assessments conducted by doctoral-level clinical psychologists trained in neurodiversity-affirming care. Avela's therapy programs are tailored to individual needs, focusing on building communication, social skills, emotional regulation, and daily living skills. The platform also offers parent-mediated interventions, empowering caregivers to support their child's growth within everyday routines.
Target Audience
Avela Health serves autistic children, teens, and adults, as well as their families and caregivers, who are seeking timely, expert-led evaluations and tailored therapy programs.
Features
- Virtual autism evaluations for children, teens, and adults, conducted by licensed psychologists
- Tailored therapy programs addressing communication, social interaction, emotional regulation, and daily living skills
- Parent-mediated intervention strategies, empowering caregivers to support their children
- Evidence-based therapies, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Free online autism screening tools for different age groups
- Support for complex needs, including self-injury and aggression
- Virtual support groups and in-app chat for parents
- Naturalistic Developmental Behavioral Interventions (NDBIs) for young children