About
Founded in 2009 by parents and professionals, the practice aims to increase access to applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy for children on the autism spectrum. They provide individualized treatment plans that work for their clients and their families, with a goal of making treatment accessible to all children, regardless of their financial situation. The practice offers various services, including individualized treatment, parent training, and community outreach, through their partner company, Learn to Grow ABA. They utilize internationally recognized methods of treatment and a variety of treatment techniques under the umbrella of ABA to ensure the most effective learning environments and promote the generalization of necessary and functional skills. Their approach to working with children is rooted in Applied Behavior Analysis and includes discrete trial teaching, applied verbal behavior, natural environment teaching, direct instruction, and precision teaching (fluency based instruction). They believe in the importance of parent involvement and teaching in a natural environment, making them a valuable resource for families in the Portland, OR area.
Insurance & payment
A Hope for Autism Foundation accepts Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS), Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, and Optum Health / United Behavioral Health insurance plans.
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
- Kaiser Permanente
- UnitedHealthcare
Ask about sliding-scale fees if you're paying out of pocket.
Services & specialties
Individualized Treatment
A Hope for Autism Foundation provides individualized treatment for each child's unique needs, working with their families to ensure the best care possible.
Parent Training
The practice offers parent training to help families learn how to support their children's development and progress.
Community Outreach
A Hope for Autism Foundation engages in community outreach to increase awareness of autism and provide education and support to families and professionals in the Portland, OR area.
K-8 Program
Their K-8 program provides functional skills training, such as putting personal items where they belong and gathering necessary items for work sessions, using positive reinforcement and individualized motivational systems.
1:1 Sessions
During 1:1 sessions, learners are taught specific skills or skill sets by a behavioral specialist, providing the most effective and efficient teaching that promotes behavior acquisition and change.
NET (Natural Environment Teaching)
The NET block is facilitated by a NET specialist, where children work together or in small groups, participating in activities that promote generalization of skills learned in 1:1 sessions.