The Center for Autism Employee Directory
Mental Health CarePennsylvania, United States201-500 Employees
The Center for Autism is a nonprofit mental health care clinic based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It provides comprehensive evaluation and intensive treatment for individuals with autism and support for their families, and also offers consultation to school districts, counties, and rehabilitation centers in the Delaware Valley. Founded in 1955 by Bertram A. Ruttenberg, M.D., it is described as the oldest specialized autism center in the United States. The Center for Autism operates as a nonprofit organization serving a regional population in mental health care. In February 2020, Public Health Management Corporation acquired the center, marking a change in governance. The organization remains based in the Philadelphia area and continues to offer autism evaluation and treatment services.