Autism evaluations & therapy in Pennsylvania
Online assessments for autism & ADHD — plus individualized therapy programs for autistic children, teens, & young adults.
In-network with Independence Blue Cross • No waitlists
Covered care
Does insurance cover autism evaluations in Pennsylvania?
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 if my plan isn’t listed? Call or text us at (855) 328-5931. We verify benefits for Pennsylvania families every day, including plans we’re out-of-network with, and we’ll tell you your estimated cost before you commit to an appointment.
WHAT WE OFFER
Online autism evaluations and therapy across Pennsylvania
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 Pennsylvania adults, teens, and kids — completed by doctoral-level psychologists, delivered online, with results and clear 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 an unfamiliar clinic. No sitting in a waiting room. Evaluation and therapy visits that fit your schedule, available from anywhere in Pennsylvania.
Proud to serve the Keystone State
WHAT WE HELP WITH
Autism care that finally fits
Online diagnostic evaluations and individualized therapy for children, teens, and adults — in-network with Independence Blue Cross, no waitlist.
For families looking for an autism evaluation in Pennsylvania, Avela Health’s psychologists provide comprehensive diagnostic assessments for children and teens. We assess for autism, ADHD, and co-occurring conditions like anxiety and OCD, with evaluations designed to recognize presentations that are often overlooked, including kids who mask well at school.
Learn more about our pediatric evaluations →
More adults are wondering whether autism could explain their experiences. Avela Health’s adult autism evaluations in Pennsylvania are neurodiversity-affirming and designed for people whose autism went unrecognized in childhood, especially women and those whose presentation didn’t fit traditional expectations. You’ll leave with clarity and a path forward.
Learn more about our adult evaluations →
From early childhood through adolescence, Avela Health’s therapy programs in Pennsylvania are individualized, strengths-based, and built around your family's real life. We center care on what matters in your family’s daily life, with one dedicated provider and evidence-based approaches.
Early Childhood | Avela FIT Kids | Avela FIT Teens
Whether you’re newly diagnosed, learning more about your neurodivergence, or looking for help with everyday challenges, Avela Health’s therapy is personalized, affirming, and centered on your goals. We help adults develop practical tools for work, relationships, emotional well-being, and daily life through evidence-based care.
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
Autism evaluations in every Pennsylvania county
Avela Health’s fully virtual care means families can access the same services no matter where they live in Pennsylvania.
We support families throughout Pennsylvania, including Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Allentown, Erie, Reading, Scranton, Bethlehem, Lancaster, Harrisburg, York, and State College, as well as communities across Philadelphia, Allegheny, Montgomery, Bucks, Delaware, Lancaster, Chester, Lehigh, and Dauphin counties. Whether you live in rural Central Pennsylvania or the heart of Philadelphia, you can connect with the same doctoral-level psychologists and receive the same high-quality care.
Frequently asked questions
Does insurance cover autism testing in Pennsylvania?
Often, yes. Pennsylvania law requires many health insurance plans to cover the diagnostic assessment and treatment of autism. Your specific coverage and out-of-pocket costs will depend on your plan, so Avela Health verifies your benefits before your first appointment.
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?
Avela Health provides fully virtual care, so there’s no clinic commute and no need to search for an autism evaluation nearby. Evaluations and therapy take place over secure video, making care accessible across Pennsylvania, no matter which part of the state you call home.
