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Get Answers Without
the Months-Long Wait

Comprehensive Virtual Autism Evaluations for Children
and Teens A
ges 2-17 Across Delaware
​Appointments available in 1-2 weeks

No waitlist • No travel • Multidisciplinary evaluation • Clear diagnosis & next steps

Real care happens where families feel most comfortable.

That’s why we bring a full team of specialists directly to you - virtually.

Get a comprehensive autism evaluation, compassionate guidance, and clear answers without the travel or months-long wait.

What to Expect

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Our simple four-step process is designed to give families clarity and confidence from the very beginning. Each step is supportive, straightforward, and focused on helping you understand your child and what comes next.

Our Process
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Step 1

First Light Beginnings  

Intake phone call - Share concerns, review history, and gather records.

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Step 3

First Light Discovery​

A multidisciplinary evaluation where two providers collaborate with the family, ensuring a thorough, supportive, and well-coordinated assessment.

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Step 2

First Light Exploration

Meet with a diagnostician, review developmental background, and prepare for testing.

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Step 4

First Light Pathway

A dedicated feedback session where we review results together, answer questions, and talk through next steps in a clear, supportive way.

Four Easy Steps

Our Story

First Light Collaborative was created to help families get answers sooner and make the evaluation process feel supportive, clear, and manageable.

Our multidisciplinary team provides comprehensive virtual evaluations with a focus on understanding each child’s individual strengths, needs, and everyday experiences.

We believe every family deserves compassionate guidance, meaningful recommendations, and a clear path forward.

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Meet The Team

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Jessi L. Wyatt
MSN, MBA, APRN-BC
Co-Founder/Director

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Jeanette G. Kernan
MSN, APRN
Co-Founder/Director

Our Team
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Dr. Judith B. Gorra
Pediatrician &
Diagnostic Specialist

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Nicole L. Lehman
MS, CCC-SLP
Speech-Language Specialist

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Lorraine P. Vierzba
B.S.ED
Developmental Specialist

Pricing

Pricing

We believe families deserve clear, upfront information about cost - without surprises or pressure.

Comprehensive Autism Evaluation

$2,500 flat rate

Includes a free initial consultation to discuss your concerns and determine next steps, followed by a comprehensive virtual evaluation, multidisciplinary clinical review, diagnostic report, individualized recommendations, and a feedback session.

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Payment & Reimbursement Options

  • Private-pay practice

  • We do not bill insurance directly

  • Major credit and debit cards accepted

  • Superbills available for possible out-of-network reimbursement

  • HSA/FSA may be used depending on your plan

  • Documentation available to support reimbursement inquiries

We’re happy to provide documentation to help families explore possible reimbursement with their insurance plan.

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What Our Clients Say

“The entire team was incredibly kind, thorough, and professional throughout the evaluation process. They took the time to truly understand our son. We left feeling relieved to finally have answers, a better understanding of our son, and a clear path forward.”

Stephanie
5-star review

“They were professional and communicative throughout every step of the evaluation process. During what can be a very overwhelming experience, we are grateful to have worked with individuals who lead with empathy and work to highlight all of the things a child can be.”

Laura M.
Facebook review

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Expert Care -
Without Leaving Home

We provide comprehensive virtual autism evaluations for children and teens across Delaware - making the process more convenient, flexible, and comfortable for families.

Let's Talk

Have questions about whether an autism evaluation may be right for your child? We’re happy to talk through your concerns, explain the process, and help you decide on next steps.

Free initial consultations available.

 

       Email: Info@firstlightteam.com

 

       Call or text: (302) 443-5777

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