Our Story
At Spectrum Optimal Care our mission is deeply personal..
We are a BCBA-owned company founded by a parent who understands firsthand the journey of raising neurodiverse children. What started as both a professional calling and a personal necessity has grown into a practice rooted in compassion, respect, and real-life practicality.
As a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and a mom of neurodiverse children, our founder saw a gap in traditional ABA services—families were often overwhelmed, under-supported, and left out of the process. Therapy was happening around them, not with them.
Spectrum Optimal Care was created to change that
We believe parents should feel confident, empowered, and supported—not dependent. That’s why we specialize in parent-led ABA, giving families the tools, coaching, and strategies they need to create meaningful progress in everyday life.
Our approach blends clinical expertise with real-world parenting. We understand the challenges of busy schedules, emotional stress, and the desire to simply connect with your child—not just “run programs.” Every recommendation we make is designed to fit into your life, not disrupt it.
We focus on:
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Building communication and independence
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Reducing stress for both children and parents
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Teaching skills that truly matter in daily routines
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Creating sustainable, long-term progress
Above all, we value relationships. We take the time to listen, understand your goals, and meet your family where you are—without judgment. Because we’ve been there too.
You’re not just getting a provider. You’re gaining a partner who understands both the science of behavior and the heart of parenting.
Our Mission
Our mission is to provide high-quality services to those with Autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders. We strive to help our families reach their maximum potential, by providing them with the tools and knowledge necessary for success.
Our Values
Encouraging Independence and Autonomy
Growth occurs when we successfully provide families and clients with the abilities to gain independence, utilize autonomy, and improve their daily functioning and wellbeing.
Succeeding Together
We’re at our best when we work together - staff, clients, carers and partners
- making the most of each other’s abilities, experiences, and strengths.
Building Trust
When we act with integrity, when we strive to be honest with ourselves and those around us, we can build strong bonds of trust within our community and the communities in which we strive to serve.
Celebrating Diversity
We value our differences and belief systems, understanding that being kind and respectful to each other makes us strong.
Learning & Growing
By listening and thinking about how we can learn from our actions, we can help create real change for ourselves, the field of ABA, and inspire those around us.
Meet Our Founder
Spectrum Optimal Care was founded by a BCBA who is also a parent of
neurodiverse children.
"I built this practice because I've been where you are. Navigating a system that too often leaves families on the sidelines- confused and under-supported.
With us, you are not a bystander in your child's therapy. You are the expert on your child, and we are here to give you the tools and support to match."
- Tawana Patron, BCBA