Tailored, science-backed therapy for neurodivergent families

  • Virtual therapy for parents and kids ages 0-18
  • Expert virtual autism evaluations
  • Neurodiversity-affirming and strengths-based
Virtual autism care and support

In-network with Horizon BCBSNJ

Transparent private pay pricing for reimbursement with other plans.

Welcome to Avela

Personalized support for every age and stage

Our approach blends cutting-edge research, expert guidance, and a thriving peer community to empower families with the tools and confidence they need to navigate every stage of their child’s development.

Community

Connect with other parents via exclusive in-app chat and groups

Expert evaluations

100% virtual, expert-led autism diagnostic evaluations

Therapy

Neurodiversity affirming, science-backed therapy

Driven by experts, created by parents

Cynthia Anderson
clinical Co-Founder & CCO

Cynthia Anderson, PhD

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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.

"Avela Health delivers scalable, personalized care plans grounded in evidence-based methodologies."

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