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Build Confidence and Emotional Skills Through Play

Designed by a neurodiverse team, our game-based platform, Ava, helps kids build real-life social and emotional skills in a way that respects how they think, feel and learn.

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Available on laptops, computers, Chromebooks, iPads, and Android tablets.

The increased confidence and self love that I've seen in my kiddo since she's been playing Ava is amazing! It's exactly as if something, or someone flipped a switch in her. And we're pretty sure that something is Ava."
- Lourdes, Parent

Easy to Use

Your child can log in and play independently, with optional activities you can use offline to enhance the experience.

See Your Child's Progress

In-game assessments help track growth over time, so you can better understand which skills your child is practicing and strengthening.

Designed by Neurodiverse Experts

Ava was built using evidence-based SEL practices and shaped by lived experiences from neurodivergent educators, clinicians, and students.

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Getting started is easy

Choose your SEL topic from our library.
Play the game for 20-25 minutes
Use our included activities to connect the game to everyday life

Want to bring Ava to your child's school or therapy center?

Check out our parent advocacy guide, which contains materials about the game series, tips on advocacy, and anything else you’d need to bring Ava’s impact to your local community.

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Engaging, replayable stories that teach real-life skills

Each Ava module includes interactive stories and activities that help kids practice skills like self-advocacy, problem-solving, and emotional regulation.

Built with lived experience

Our SEL curriculum and online game dialogue are written and reviewed by a team of experienced educators, mental health practitioners, and neurodiversity consultants. Each component is then tested by neurodiverse students and educators to ensure students are engaged and learning.

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Lucas Harrington, Psy.D.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Still have questions?
Contact us at ahoy@socialcipher.com and we’ll be happy to help!