Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD®)

Get To Know Our Center

Our center is a vibrant part of the Tucson community, proudly serving families with compassion, energy, and a strong commitment to growth. With a passionate team and science-backed ABA therapy, we create a fun, supportive environment where every child is empowered to thrive.

From first words to life-changing milestones, we celebrate every step forward. Families can count on us for personalized care, encouragement, and a partnership built on trust. And for professionals, Tucson East is a place where passion meets purpose, a team united by dedication and driven by the difference we make every day.

At CARD® Tucson East, we’re more than a therapy center, we’re a community building brighter futures, together.

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Meet our Center’s Leadership Team

Michael

Division Manager

Michael is our leader in Arizona, leading with dedication and vision, ensuring that we deliver exceptional care and support to the families we serve. As Division Manager, he guides and fosters a culture of collaboration and excellence. 

Jamie

Operations Manager

As Operations Manager, Jamie helps keep our center running smoothly each day. Through thoughtful coordination and behind-the-scenes support, he empowers our teams to focus on what matters most, serving families with care.

Dana

Clinical Supervisor

Dana brings warmth, experience, and leadership to her role as a Clinical Supervisor, BCBA. She works closely with teams and families to support individualized treatment and meaningful outcomes.

Alicia

Associate Supervisor

As an Associate Supervisor, Alicia brings compassion and clinical expertise to their work as a Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst. She supports patients, families, and clinical teams through collaboration and thoughtful guidance.

Lauren

Assistant Supervisor

Our Assistant Supervisor, Lauren, combines compassionate patient care with strong team support. Through close partnership with BCBAs, she helps create a positive environment where both patients and staff can thrive.

Maizie

Behavior Technician Lead

As Behavior Technician Lead, Maizie plays a key role in supporting patients through 1:1 therapy and empowering Behavior Technicians through mentorship and guidance. Her approach helps create a positive, team-centered care environment.

Alexa

Operations Coord. Tech

As an Operations Coordinator Technician, Alexa helps create a positive and welcoming experience through organization, care, and consistency. Her support plays a key role in the day-to-day success of the center.

We work with most major insurance plans and are happy to help families navigate coverage.

If you don’t see your insurance, call us. Please note that although CARD® may be in-network with your insurance provider, our services might not be covered by all plans, nor does it guarantee payment. Please contact your insurance to find out more information about receiving coverage.

Why Arizona Families Trust CARD®

Families across Arizona rely on CARD® for compassionate, individualized support. With multiple centers conveniently located throughout the state, we provide local access to skilled clinicians who work closely with families, schools, and community partners. Our Arizona teams are committed to creating a seamless experience, helping individuals of all ages build independence, develop meaningful skills, and reach their personal goals.

At CARD®, we understand that every family’s journey is unique. That’s why our programs are tailored to each individual’s strengths, needs, and aspirations, providing support that extends beyond the center into home, school, and community settings. Whether a child is just starting therapy, a teen is preparing for greater independence, or an adult is developing skills for employment and daily living, our Arizona centers are here to guide every step of the way.

The difference our programs make is reflected in the stories and experiences of the families we serve. Scroll below to read authentic reviews from parents, teens, and adults who have benefited from CARD®’s autism services across Arizona, and see why so many families continue to trust us with their care.

Belen
Belen
Tucson East
The staff is so kind. Highly recommend!
Lauren
Lauren
Tucson East
The progress of the kids here has been incredible to watch.
Vanessa
Vanessa
Tucson East
We have had a wonderful experience with the Center for Autism and Related Disorders. From the very beginning, the staff has been compassionate, professional, and truly dedicated to the children and families they serve. The therapists are patient, knowledgeable, and take the time to understand each child’s unique needs. We’ve seen meaningful progress thanks to their structured approach and consistent communication. The team is always supportive, responsive, and makes us feel heard as parents. It’s clear that they genuinely care about helping children reach their full potential. We are very grateful for the positive impact they have had on our family and highly recommend CARD to anyone looking for quality autism services.
Britteney
Britteney
Tucson East
The staff are so nice and understanding. I’ve had nothing but positivity work my son going here for the shower period of time he has been going. The communication with staff is really easy and nice.
Melissa
Melissa
Tucson East
Such an amazing place with fantastic people! my daughter has been coming here for a few years now started off nonverbal but man these guys have been so awesome working with her 40 hrs a week she talks so much now. It makes my heart so happy that she's made so much progress and i couldn't be happier I love this place and all they do 🫶🏼
Natalie
Natalie
Tucson East
Highly recommend CARD! We’ve seen phenomenal growth with my son and he is now thriving! Definitely worth all of the required intake to get him here!
Zhujing
Zhujing
Tucson East
How beautiful - 8 years together on Valentine's Day 🥰 That makes it even more special. Eight years of love, countless memories, teary laughter, and growing side by side. That's a wonderful milestone-my child is able to communicate logically to express loving emotions; my child can generalize skills learned through ABA, but generalization does not happen automatically, it must be intentionally taught and practiced by our lovely BTs through all kinds of activities; my child can academically develop learning abilities in the school environment, Yes - our BCBAs professionally building school-ABA -home collaboration can significantly improve a child's academic and behavioral progress across environments. And effective scheduling & management support relationship engagement in our community daily life! It really is a long journey with CARD , but being intelligent, hopeful, and powerful in the future!🤗❤️

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