Johnson Center for Child Health

The Johnson Center for Child Health and Development is a nonprofit organization located in Austin, Texas, dedicated to advancing the understanding of childhood development through clinical care, research, and community education. Originally established in 2004 as Thoughtful House, the organization was renamed in 2011 in honor of Betty Wold Johnson and operates as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit entity.

The center provides a comprehensive range of services for children with autism spectrum disorder and related developmental disabilities. These services include diagnostic evaluations, applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy conducted by Board Certified Behavior Analysts, healthcare services, nutritional support, and educational assessments. The organization delivers these services through both direct clinical care and consultation models.

Beyond direct clinical services, The Johnson Center maintains an active research program focused on improving treatment outcomes and understanding developmental disorders. The organization also operates community outreach and education initiatives to support families and professionals working with children on the autism spectrum.

Based at 1700 Rio Grande Street in Austin, the center is staffed by licensed and certified professionals including Board Certified Behavior Analysts and educators with advanced credentials. The organization serves families throughout the Austin area and surrounding regions seeking evidence-based interventions and support for childhood developmental challenges.