Autism Diagnosis & Therapy in Arizona

Let us help you navigate your child's autism journey with clarity, warmth and play-based care

We nurture your child's unique potential through an evidence-backed approach focused on play and relationships. We bring ESDM-based ABA, speech therapy, occupational therapy, and medical services under one roof to make comprehensive early intervention seamless for Arizona families.

Diagnostics & Therapy

• Comprehensive Care
• Ages 1–6
• Early Intervention
• 16 Locations Across Phoenix Metro
• Direct Insurance Billing
• Most AZ Plans Accepted

Why Arizona families choose Soar

Comprehensive autism care under one roof

Finding and managing quality care shouldn't feel like a second full-time job. At Soar, we bring every essential service under one roof so your family can breathe easier - because when BCBAs, speech therapists, and occupational therapists work toward the exact same shared goals, it maximizes your child's progress and simplifies your life.

ESDM-based ABA Therapy

The Early Start Denver Model is an evidence-backed approach delivered entirely through play, natural interactions, and fun – designed specifically for children under 6.

One integrated care team

Your child’s care is guided by BCBAs, SLPs, and OTs working in tandem alongside our specialized in-house medical team to ensure a fully coordinated approach.

Measurable, life-changing skills

Our goal is meaningful skill gains—not therapy for life. On average, children at Soar achieve a +8 point Vineland-3 improvement over 2 years and gain +60 skills on the ESDM Curriculum Checklist every 6 months.

Insurance made simple

We’re in-network with the majority of Arizona plans and walk you through coverage so there are no surprises.

What to expect

Navigating the unknown can be overwhelming. We're here to help. Knowing where to start with autism care is tricky, and it's completely normal to have questions about the path ahead. We've designed our process to give your family clarity, guidance, and support at every step.

1. Diagnostic Evaluation
   If your child needs a formal diagnosis, we can help you avoid the months-long waitlists found elsewhere. Our streamlined process starts with a virtual intake to learn your child's history, followed by an in-person, play-based testing session at one of our centers, and wraps up with a dedicated results call to walk you through our findings.

2. Therapy Intake Call
   If you already have a diagnosis, we'll jump right in with a dedicated intake phone call. This is your opportunity to connect 1:1 with a care coordinator to get answers to all your questions about our therapy approach, logistics, and scheduling.

3. Tour Your Local Center
   We want you to feel entirely comfortable with where your child will be learning. If you'd like, we will schedule a personal tour of a center near you so you can explore our play-based spaces and meet the clinical team in person.

4. Full-Team Assessment
   Before therapy begins, your child will complete a comprehensive assessment with our full team of specialties present. By having our BCBAs, speech therapists (SLPs), and occupational therapists (OTs) evaluate together, we build a completely integrated care plan tailored to your child's unique potential.

5. Continuous Care & Open Doors
   Once therapy starts, you are part of the team. We maintain a strict open-door policy so you can visit sessions, and we provide regular family check-ins and treatment guidance to ensure your child's progress continues at home.

Find a center near you

16 welcoming locations across the Phoenix metro

Because intensive therapy often means daily visits, we built our centers right in your neighborhood to keep your family's daily commute as short and stress-free as possible. Inside each of our 16 locations, you'll find bright, warm, and inviting spaces entirely designed around play, comfort, and your child's unique growth. We’d love to show you around—tours are available at all of our centers.

Payment Process

Insurance and billing
To ensure our autism care services remain accessible, we partner with major insurance providers. With our simple and clear process, you can focus on what matters most—the care and progress of your child.

Good to know

Frequently asked questions

1. What is Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)?
   Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that leads to characteristic differences in socialization and communication as well as characteristic behaviors. It is a spectrum disorder meaning that there is a highly varied set of symptoms among people with autism and varying degrees of severity.

2. What Is Asperger’s syndrome?
   Asperger’s syndrome used to be a separate diagnosis from autism, but has been brought under the umbrella of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in recent definitions of ASD. Asperger’s tends to refer to people on the less severe side of the autism spectrum, and though the term is no longer used in health care settings, some people may still use it from time to time to describe more mild forms of autism.

3. What causes autism?
   The underlying biology in the brains of people with autism is not fully understood. The general consensus among scientists is that genetic factors cause changes in brain structure and connectivity which in turn affects socialization and communication skills and causes the characteristic behaviors in people with autism.

4. What are the main signs of autism?
   The initial signs of autism in children can vary significantly for each child. The time course can also vary, some children showing signs at a very young age while others may appear to regress after a period of normal development.

5. What are the different severity levels of autism?
   The severity level is intended to capture the level of support and services required by a person with autism, and it can change over time. The three levels are:

   • Level 1: Requiring support
   • Level 2: Requiring substantial support
   • Level 3: Requiring very substantial support

6. Does autism ever go away?
   For the majority of people, autism is a lifelong condition. However, there are examples of children who have received early, intensive services and later no longer meet the criteria for ASD.

7. Is autism more common in boys or girls?
   Autism is more common in boys. For instance, boys were 4.5 times as likely to be identified with autism than girls based on data from the CDC.

8. What if my provider doesn’t think anything is wrong?
   If you feel your concerns are not being addressed, you may consider seeking a second opinion.

9. What if I’m getting services through Early Intervention already? Do I need more?
   EI programs offer complementary approaches to helping a child. If you think your child needs more, you should discuss this with your provider.

10. What types of diagnostic testing do you perform for autism?
    Our standard approach includes a comprehensive intake, an ADOS-2, and a Vineland-3.

11. How do I know if my child should be tested for autism?
    If your child shows signs of delayed speech, challenges with social skills, or unusual behaviors, it may be beneficial to undergo an evaluation.

12. How long does it take to receive the results of the testing?
    Typically, results are discussed immediately following the evaluation, with a detailed report provided within 2 to 4 weeks.

Conclusion

Navigating autism care can be overwhelming but at Soar Autism Center, we're here to support you every step of the way.