APR 30, 2026·WWLPNEWS
Springfield hosts 34th annual Autism Connections Conference - WWLPABA RANK / CLINICS / LOADING…
Autism Connections is the western Massachusetts Autism Support Center, funded by the Department of Developmental Services and ServiceNet. Operating as an affiliate of Pathlight, the organization serves children, teens, adults with autism, and their families across Hampden, Hampshire, Franklin, and Berkshire counties, with office locations in Springfield, Northampton, Greenfield, and Pittsfield. The organization provides comprehensive support services including social skills training, support groups for families and individuals, and intensive case management. They also offer professional therapy staffing services, including senior-level therapists, skills trainers, and in-home or community-based therapeutic professionals. Autism Connections delivers a range of therapeutic disciplines including speech therapy, occupational therapy, and physical therapy. Family training and involvement are central to their approach, ensuring that caregivers and family members are equipped to support individuals with autism in daily life. Based in Springfield at 220 Brookdale Drive, Autism Connections serves as a resource hub connecting families and professionals with information, practical help, and evidence-based support. Their mission is to empower the autism community through accessible services, training, and community engagement across western Massachusetts.
Autism Connections delivers individualized ABA therapy in the home and in the community, built around each child’s goals.
Programs are designed and supervised by board-certified behavior analysts (BCBAs).
Caregivers are part of the clinical team — parent coaching is included in the standard service plan.
Programs are built and supervised by a board-certified analyst. Caregiver coaching is part of the standard plan.
Senior BCBAs hold a clinical-leadership role at every location. Each name links to a BACB credential record where one is on file.
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Autism Connections offers in-home and community-based services.
Autism Connections provides ABA therapy for early intervention (0-3), school-age (6-12), teens (13-17), and adults (18+).
Autism Connections is headquartered in Springfield, MA.
Yes — Autism Connections includes parent training as part of their ABA services.
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