# Opya

> Opya is a California-based early intervention therapy provider specializing in comprehensive, multidisciplinary care for children aged 18 months to 6 years diagnosed with autism. The company delivers Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), speech therapy, occupational therapy, and feeding therapy through in-home, clinic-based, and telehealth models across Northern and Southern California. Backed by $34.7M in total funding including a $15.4M Series A in 2021 from investors including SoftBank's SB Opportunity Fund, Opya is one of only eight ABA providers in California to hold BHCOE (Behavioral Health Center of Excellence) accreditation. In 2024, the company expanded into center-based care through the acquisition of Center for Autism Spectrum Therapy (CAST) and began operating under the Spectrum Pride brand.

- **Founded:** 2016
- **Headquarters:** San Mateo, California, United States
- **Founders:** Jonathan Wright (Founder & Executive Chairman)
- **Team size:** ~102-110 employees (as of 2025-2026)
- **Products:** ABA Therapy (Applied Behavior Analysis), Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Feeding Therapy, Caregiver Training
- **Notable:** BHCOE (Behavioral Health Center of Excellence) 3-year accreditation - one of only 8 ABA providers in California to earn this distinction, Raised $15.4M Series A in August 2021, backed by SoftBank's SB Opportunity Fund, Acquired Center for Autism Spectrum Therapy (CAST) in March 2024, expanding into clinic-based care

## Products & services

- **ABA Therapy (Applied Behavior Analysis)** — Structured behavioral therapy breaking down skills into achievable steps; primary service for children 18 months to 6 years with autism diagnosis.
- **Speech Therapy** — Addresses communication development, language acquisition, and emotional expression for children on the autism spectrum.
- **Occupational Therapy** — Focuses on motor skills, sensory processing, and daily living activities to build functional independence.
- **Feeding Therapy** — Specialized therapy addressing eating challenges, food aversions, and nutritional development common in children with autism.
- **Caregiver Training** — Structured programs that train and involve parents and caregivers in therapy techniques to reinforce progress at home.
- **Telehealth Services** — Remote delivery of speech and occupational therapy, expanding access beyond in-person service areas.

## Achievements

- BHCOE (Behavioral Health Center of Excellence) 3-year accreditation - one of only 8 ABA providers in California to earn this distinction
- Raised $15.4M Series A in August 2021, backed by SoftBank's SB Opportunity Fund
- Acquired Center for Autism Spectrum Therapy (CAST) in March 2024, expanding into clinic-based care
- Expanded service coverage across Northern and Southern California (Sacramento, Bay Area, Central Valley, Ventura, Orange County, LA, Riverside, San Bernardino)
- Added Dr. Clive Fields (Co-Founder of VillageMD) to the board in 2024
- Grew to 100+ employees by Series A in 2021
- Accepted into Disability Opportunity Fund portfolio - one of few autism care companies backed by disability-focused investors

## Latest updates

- **2024-04** — Acquired Center for Autism Spectrum Therapy (CAST) in Culver City, California, expanding into center-based autism care and strengthening Southern California presence.
- **2024-04** — Added Dr. Clive Fields (Co-Founder and CMO of VillageMD) to the board of directors.
- **2024** — Began operating under expanded Spectrum Pride brand alongside the Opya/Opyacare identity.
- **2022-10** — Earned 3-year BHCOE accreditation, joining a small group of 8 California ABA providers with this clinical quality certification.
- **2021-08** — Closed $15.4M Series A round led by Panoramic Ventures with participation from SoftBank's SB Opportunity Fund, Disability Opportunity Fund, and others.

## Links

- Website: https://opyacare.com
- LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/opyacare
- Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/OpyaCare/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/opyacare/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OpyaCare/

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Last updated: 2026-05-28