Autism evaluations & therapy in Illinois
Online assessments for autism & ADHD — plus individualized therapy programs for autistic children, teens, & young adults.
Coming soon • In-network with BCBS of Illinois
Covered care
Can I use insurance for an autism evaluation in Illinois?
Avela Health is in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield and other major plans, so an autism or ADHD evaluation is typically covered the same way any specialist visit is, subject to your deductible and copay.
WHAT WE OFFER
Online evaluations and autism therapy across Illinois
Whether you’re wondering about an autism diagnosis, or looking for therapy, we meet you with care grounded in science.
Diagnostic evaluations
Autism evaluations for Illinois kids, teens, and adults — completed by doctoral-level psychologists, delivered online, with results and pratical next steps.
Individualized therapy
Autism therapy programs matched to your child or teen’s age, profile, and needs — from early intervention through young adulthood. One dedicated provider throughout, never rotating staff.
Everything from home
No long drives to clinics around Illinois. No unfamiliar waiting roomsl. Evaluation and therapy visits that fit into your actual schedule — completed online.
Coming soon — autism care across Illinois
WHAT WE HELP WITH
Autism care that finally fits
Online diagnostic evaluations and individualized therapy for children, teens, and adults — in-network with Horizon BCBS, no waitlist.
If you're looking for an autism evaluation anywhere in Illinois, Avela Health's psychologists provide comprehensive diagnostic assessments for children and teens. We evaluate for autism, ADHD, and co-occurring conditions like anxiety and OCD, and our evaluations are designed to catch the presentations others miss, including kids who mask well at school and in other environments.
Learn more about our pediatric evaluations →
More adults than ever are considering whether it could be autism. Avela Health's adult autism evaluations in Illinois are neurodiversity-affirming and built for people who were missed as children, particularly women and anyone whose presentation didn't match typical expectations. You'll leave with clarity and a path forward.
Learn more about our adult evaluations →
From early childhood through the teens, Avela Health’s Illinois therapy programs are tailored individually, strengths-based, and built around your family's reality. We are centered on the stuff that defines your family’s day, with a dedicated provider and an evidence-based approach.
Early Childhood | Avela FIT Kids | Avela FIT Teens
Whether you're newly diagnosed, exploring your neurodivergence, or needing support with daily challenges, Avela Health's therapy is individualized, affirming, and grounded in your goals. We help adults build practical strategies for work, relationships, emotional well-being, and daily life with evidence-based approaches.
Learn more about young adult therapy →
Our Outcomes
Proven results across hundreds of families
of families meet their care goals — with an average program length of just 6 months
Based on Avela Health clinical outcomes data
of families see measurable progress toward their goals within 6 months — and 0% deterioration across all months
Based on Clinical Global Impressions (CGI) scale outcomes
parents would recommend Avela to another family
Based on Net Promoter Score (NPS) survey
WHERE WE WORK
Coming soon — autism evaluations for every Illinois family
Because Avela Health is fully virtual, you can access all of our services from any location in Illinois.
We support families throughout Illinois, including Chicago, Aurora, Naperville, Rockford, Joliet, Springfield, Peoria, Elgin, Champaign, Bloomington, and communities across Cook, DuPage, Lake, Will, Kane, McHenry, Winnebago, Sangamon, and Champaign counties. From rural communities in Southern Illinois to the heart of Chicago, families can connect with the same doctoral-level psychologists and receive the same high-quality care.
Frequently asked questions
Does insurance in Illinois cover an autism evaluation?
In many cases, yes. Illinois law requires certain health insurance plans to cover the diagnosis and treatment of autism for children and young adults. Coverage details vary by plan, so Avela Health verifies your specific benefits before your first appointment and helps you understand what costs to expect.
How long does an autism evaluation take?
An Avela Health evaluation takes approximately 4 weeks from the inital appointment to written report, across 2-3 video sessions. That’s compared to a national average wait of six to eighteen months just to get an appointment. There’s no waitlist to join before you start.
Your specific timeline depends on two things: how many visits your psychologist needs to get a full picture, and how quickly you’re able to complete the assessments they send between visits.
Does my child need a diagnosis to start therapy with Avela Health?
If your child or teen doesn’t yet have a diagnosis, we recommend starting with a diagnostic evaluation. Avela Health offers comprehensive, neurodiversity-affirming evaluations completed by doctoral-level psychologists. Many families move directly from their evaluation into the program, so you’re not starting over from scratch.
Learn more → Online autism evaluations for children and teens
What does a typical week of therapy look like?
You and your child work with one licensed master’s or doctoral level provider — the same person, every session — over secure video from home. Sessions are built around what’s actually happening in your child’s life right now: the morning routine that’s falling apart, the after-school meltdowns, the social situations they’re avoiding. Frequency depends on your family’s needs, but the Avela FIT™ Kids is intentionally time-bound and targeted rather than open-ended. In between sessions, you’re applying what you’re learning in the real moments — because that’s where the progress happens.
Do you work with my child's school or IEP team?
Yes. Your child’s provider collaborates with their school, IEP team, and any other providers involved in their care — aligning strategies, sharing goals, and making sure what’s working at home translates to what’s happening in the classroom. One of the biggest burdens families carry is being the only person holding the full picture. We help close that gap so you’re not the one translating between every provider and every setting.
Where is Avela Health located in Illinois?
Avela Health is fully virtual. There’s no clinic to drive to, and no need to search for an autism evaluation near you. Evaluations and therapy happen over secure video, and any family residing in Illinois can get started, no matter where you are.
