Part 1: The Unification That Matters
Why Unified Behavioral Health Access is the Future for Virginia Families
August 2025
Across Virginia, families seeking behavioral health services have often faces long waitlists, fragmented care, and confusing systems. But that’s about to change in a meaningful way.
This summer, Whitecap Care, the parent company of Autism F.I.R.S.T. US, proudly announced the acquisition of Family Insight — a strategic step that expands access, strengthens services, and brings together two mission-driven organizations under one vision: Care That Grows With You.
A Unified Vision for Statewide Access
Together, Autism F.I.R.S.T. and Family Insight now offer services through 9 clinics across Virginia, including expanded statewide at-home support and an exciting entrance into outpatient care.
This unification isn’t just about growth. It’s about meeting families where they are — physically, emotionally, and developmentally. By combining our systems, clinicians, and care teams, we’re building a stronger, more coordinated network that supports the whole child and the whole family.
What Families Can Expect
This collaboration brings:
- More Locations – A total of 9 clinics statewide
- Faster Access – Services without long waitlists
- Expanded Services – ABA Therapy, in-clinic support, outpatient support, at-home care
- Consistency Across Regions – A shared standard of high-quality care
- Family-Centered Values – With every clinic rooted in trust, support, and collaboration
Behind the Scenes: Why This Unification Matters
By aligning our infrastructure and resources, Whitecap Care is creating an integrated system that does more than offer services — it ensures those services are accessible, affordable, and sustainable.
The unification opens the door to:
- Shared expertise and cross-clinical collaboration
- More efficient operations and reduced healthcare costs
- Scalable solutions to better serve underserved communities
Whether a family lives in Northern Virginia or Newport News, the promise remains the same: personalized, connected care every step of the way.
A Message from Our Leadership
“This merger is more than a business decision. It’s a commitment to the thousands of families who trust us with their child’s care. We’re building something that’s both responsive and revolutionary for Virginia’s behavioral health system.”
— Jeff Shiring, Founder and Chairman of Autism F.I.R.S.T. & Whitecap Care
What Comes Next
This is only the beginning. In the next post in our series, we’ll share how this expanded network is breaking down barriers to care and delivering support without delay — including how families across the state are already benefitting from our streamlined intake process.
Stay tuned for Part 2: From Waitlists to Welcome