Adam Dreyfus

Adam Dreyfus is the Chief Science Officer and co-founder of AnswersNow, a company that provides digital platforms for autism therapy and support.13 With over 20 years of experience as a clinician, Dreyfus has dedicated his career to working with individuals with autism and special needs.1

Professional Background

Before co-founding AnswersNow, Adam Dreyfus served as the director of a school for high-intensity students with autism.1 His expertise lies in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), a therapeutic approach he has effectively used to help children with autism.1

Role at AnswersNow

As the Chief Science Officer at AnswersNow, Dreyfus has been instrumental in:

• Designing and implementing the company's decision-tree algorithms3
• Developing the concept of "family-centered ABA," which combines elements of Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)1
• Leading the clinical team in matching clients with dedicated PhD or Master's-level clinicians1

Contributions to the Field

Dreyfus is known for his commitment to the children he serves and his ability to mentor and develop staff.2 He regularly shares his knowledge and experience through various channels:

• Conducting Parent Support University sessions, where he discusses topics such as visual supports and peer-implemented instruction45
• Speaking about self-management strategies for individuals with autism6

Adam Dreyfus's work at AnswersNow aims to provide families with easier access to quality autism therapy, sometimes reducing the time from assessment to therapy to as little as three weeks.1