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About Autism by Leva

Guidance built on knowledge, care and lived experience

Autism by Leva is an international advisory practice for autism care. We work alongside families, clinicians, and organizations to make care clearer, more coherent, and more humane.

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Our story

Autism by Leva grew out of years of working across countries and care systems, often with families who had been passed between specialists without a coherent plan. The idea was simple: bring the rigor of international clinical practice and the warmth of close family work into the same room.

Today we support individuals, professionals, and organizations on four continents. The work is varied, but the standard is the same. Clear thinking, careful listening, and recommendations we are willing to stand behind.

Mission and values

Clarity

Plain language and clear next steps, every time.

Compassion

We meet people in the situation they are actually in.

Evidence-based

Grounded in research and recognized standards of care.

Cultural sensitivity

Respectful of local context, language, and family structure.

Our approach in brief

We combine scientific knowledge with real-world understanding. Every engagement starts with listening, moves through careful assessment, and ends with clear guidance you can act on.

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The people behind Autism by Leva

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Leva Karimova

Founder and lead consultant

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Dr. Anna Visser

Clinical advisor

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Marc de Vries

Training lead

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Sara Lindqvist

International programs

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Dr. Imran Qureshi

Healthcare consultant

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Eline Bakker

Family support specialist

Built on Knowledge and Experience

A practice grown over years of working alongside families, clinicians, and organizations on real cases.

12+

Years of combined international experience in autism care and consultation.

600+

Families, professionals, and organizations supported across projects.

20+

Countries where our advisory and training work has been delivered.

98%

Of partners say our guidance changed how their teams approach daily care.

Want to know how we can help?

Tell us about your situation and we will get back to you within a few working days.

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