Our Story

Autizum was founded by Dr. Saritha Ravella and Florina David Colar two professionals from different disciplines, united by a single mission: to empower families navigating autism through compassion, science, and accessibility.

Dr. Saritha brings her medical background and personal journey as an autism parent, while Florina contributes deep clinical and behavioral expertise as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA, LBA) and researcher.

Together, they envisioned Autizum.com as a bridge between medical insight, ABA therapy, and parent advocacy, using technology to make autism screening and support more approachable and inclusive.

Our Mission

“Our goal is to be trusted partners for families—listening, understanding, and walking alongside them as they navigate their child’s autism journey.”

Autizum’s mission is rooted in compassion, awareness, and empowerment. The platform combines ADOS-based autism screening, parent coaching, and educational tools to ensure every child receives timely, individualized support.

Whether through digital screeners, training programs, or community outreach, Autizum stands for early intervention, evidence-based guidance, and inclusive care for every family.

Autizum's Focus Areas

Early Autism Screening

Certified ADOS assessments designed for early and accurate identification of autism in children.

Parental Guidance & Support

Resources and one-on-one coaching to help parents understand, navigate, and support their child's needs.

Awareness & Advocacy

Promoting neurodiversity and increasing autism awareness through education and public outreach.

Education & Training

Workshops and sessions for educators, caregivers, and professionals on autism spectrum strategies.

Digital Tools & Resources

Innovative online tools and digital assessments built to simplify the autism screening process.

Compassion-Driven Care

Empowering every child with personalized, supportive, and inclusive services rooted in empathy.

Meet Our Team

Our dedicated professionals bring compassion and expertise to every therapy session.

Portrait of Dr. Saritha Ravella, MD

Dr. Saritha Ravella, MD

Founder and CEO | MD

Hi, I’m Dr. Saritha Ravella. As both a parent advocate and a physician, I bring a personal and professional commitment to my role as a founder and CEO at Autizum. I’m passionate about helping families navigate the challenges of autism with confidence and support. I believe in compassionate, individualized ABA therapy that respects each child’s unique strengths and empowers caregivers...

Portrait of Florina David Colar

Florina David Colar

Chief Clinical Officer and Founder | Ph.D. student in Clinical Psychology (Licensure Track) M.A., M.S., BCBA, LBA NC, VA and TX

As a Chief Clinical Officer and Founder of Autizum, Florina David Colar is an expert in behavior analysis and a dedicated advocate for improved educational outcomes for individuals with autism. Her mission is to provide families and schools with individualized support and evidence-based practices that make a real difference. Originally from Transylvania, Romania, Florina began her journey in Europe, where...