Spectrum of Hope opened in 2004 with 4 kids on the autism spectrum, 4 therapists, and one ABA therapist. The program, founded by Kimberly Wallace, has grown to service 70 kids, 80 therapists, and 11 certified ABA therapists. This northwest Houston facility provides treatment for autism, Asperger’s syndrome, and other special needs. Their services include day treatment, basic and advanced academics, in-home therapy, independent life skills, along with behavior assessment and intervention services. Lynsey Jackson, executive director, explained that the school districts have become over-burdened and agencies such as Spectrum of Hope can pick up the slack, particularly in the area of applied behavior analysis.

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