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ABA Therapy Providers in California

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ABA Therapy Coverage in California

At a Glance

California requires state-regulated health plans to cover ABA therapy for autism spectrum disorder, and Medicaid covers medically necessary ABA for eligible children under 21 through EPSDT.

CDC Autism Prevalence

According to the CDC's Autism and Developmental Disabilities Monitoring (ADDM) Network, an estimated 1 in 31 8-year-old children in the U.S. (3.2%) has been identified with autism spectrum disorder, based on 2022 surveillance data — the most recent published estimate, up from 1 in 36 in 2020.

Medicaid and EPSDT

Medicaid coverage for ABA therapy is a federal floor, not a state-by-state benefit. Under CMS guidance issued July 7, 2014 (CIB 07-07-2014), every state Medicaid program is required to cover medically necessary Applied Behavior Analysis and other behavioral health treatment for children with autism spectrum disorder under age 21, through the Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostic, and Treatment (EPSDT) benefit. Prior-authorization steps, provider networks, and managed care rules vary by state — confirm current details with your state Medicaid agency or MCO.

California Insurance Requirements

California has required most state-regulated health plans to cover behavioral health treatment for autism spectrum disorder, including ABA, since Senate Bill 946 took effect in July 2012. The mandate applies to plans that already offer behavioral health services; self-funded employer plans governed by federal ERISA law are not required to comply, so families should confirm their specific plan's coverage.

Sources: CDC ADDM Network 2022 report, CMS CIB 07-07-2014, and California Department of Insurance. Coverage varies by plan and medical necessity; confirm current benefits with your insurer or Medicaid managed care organization.

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ABA Therapy in California

California has one of the most comprehensive frameworks for autism services in the country. SB 946, enacted in 2011, requires health plans to cover behavioral health treatment including ABA therapy. California's Regional Center system provides additional ABA services through the Department of Developmental Services. The state has the largest number of Board Certified Behavior Analysts in the country, with providers concentrated in the Los Angeles, San Francisco Bay Area, San Diego, and Sacramento metropolitan regions.

Check ABA Coverage by Insurance Plan

Coverage and authorization requirements vary by plan. Review your carrier's ABA coverage guide, then confirm benefits using the number on your member card.

Provider Profiles Associated With California

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  • 2BHappy

    Glendale, CA

    2BHappy is an ABA therapy provider in Glendale, California. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about their therapy programs and availabili

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  • 360 Behavioral Health

    Glendale, CA

    360 Behavioral Health provides expert behavioral health services in California. They specialize in ABA-based behavioral health treatment for autism and other developmental delays. Their services include 1:1 ABA therapy,

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  • A Happy Family Behavioral Services

    Norfolk, NE

    A Happy Family Behavioral Services is a small boutique-style ABA company that caters to the needs of children with autism. They provide ABA therapy and behavior management services.

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  • A Mind Above | Fresno

    Fresno, CA

    A Mind Above | Fresno is an ABA therapy provider in Fresno, California offering individualized behavioral services for children with autism. Contact them for availability and insurance details.

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  • A.G.E.S Learning Solutions, LLC

    Campbell, CA

    A.G.E.S Learning Solutions, LLC offers in-home, center-based, school-based, and telehealth ABA therapy in Campbell, California. They also provide social skills training, early intervention, community-based ABA, and paren

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  • ABA & Verbal Behavior Group

    San Diego, CA

    ABA & Verbal Behavior Group is an ABA therapy provider offering individualized behavioral services for children with autism. Contact them for availability and insurance details.

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  • ABA Behavior Therapies & Testing

    San Diego, CA

    ABA Behavior Therapies & Testing is an ABA therapy provider offering individualized behavioral services for children with autism. Contact them for availability and insurance details.

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  • Aba Development Association No Calif

    San Francisco, CA

    Aba Development Association No Calif is an ABA therapy provider in San Francisco, California. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about the

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  • ABA Global

    San Francisco, CA

    ABA Global is an ABA therapy provider in San Francisco, California. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about their therapy programs and av

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  • ABC Interventions, Inc

    San Bernardino, CA

    ABC Interventions, Inc is an ABA therapy provider in San Bernardino, California. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about their therapy pr

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  • About Behavior Consulting, Inc

    Orange, CA

    About Behavior Consulting, Inc is an ABA therapy provider in Orange, California. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about their therapy pr

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  • Access Speech

    Hanford, CA

    Access Speech is an ABA therapy provider in Hanford, California offering individualized behavioral services for children with autism. Contact them for availability and insurance details.

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  • Acclaim Autism

    West Chester, PA

    Located in West Chester, Pennsylvania, Acclaim Autism offers clinic-based ABA services. Their programs focus on evidence-based ABA interventions tailored to each child's goals, including skill acquisition and behavior re

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  • Achieve Behavioral Associates

    Santa Clarita, CA

    Achieve Behavioral Associates is an ABA therapy provider offering individualized behavioral services for children with autism. Contact them for availability and insurance details.

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  • Acuity Behavior Solutions

    Orange, CA

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  • Adamant Behavioral Services

    La Crescenta, CA

    Adamant Behavioral Services specializes in providing ethical, evidence-based, individualized, and quality services to anyone that needs help improving socially significant behaviors and increasing quality of life. They f

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  • Addison Behavioral Resources

    Camarillo, CA

    Addison Behavioral Resources is an ABA therapy provider in Camarillo, California. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about their therapy p

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  • Advance Kids

    Sacramento, CA

    Advance Kids is an ABA therapy provider in Sacramento, California. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about their therapy programs and ava

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  • Advanced ABA

    Duluth, MN

    Advanced ABA provides services to children and teens diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or related diagnoses and are between the ages of 18 months and 18 years old. They emphasize positive behavior strategies

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  • Advanced Behavioral Health, Inc.

    Huntington Beach, CA

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  • Adventist Health Play to Learn Center

    Eagle Rock, CA

    Adventist Health Play to Learn Center is an ABA therapy provider in Eagle Rock, California. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about their

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  • All Better Together

    Fort Wayne, IN

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  • All Care Therapies

    Woodland Hills, CA

    All Care Therapies delivers personalized therapy programs that strengthen outcomes and improve the patient experience for individuals and families. They embrace a hybrid model of care, offering teletherapy, physical clin

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  • AllCheer

    San Francisco, CA

    AllCheer is an ABA therapy provider in San Francisco, California offering individualized behavioral services for children with autism. Contact them for availability and insurance details.

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  • Alora Behavioral Health

    Covina, CA

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  • Alta California Regional Center | Sacramento Main Office

    Sacramento, CA

    Alta California Regional Center | Sacramento Main Office is an ABA therapy provider in Sacramento, California. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to lea

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  • Applied Behavior & Learning Enterprises, Inc.

    Chatsworth, CA

    Applied Behavior & Learning Enterprises, Inc. is an ABA therapy provider offering individualized behavioral services for children with autism. Contact them for availability and insurance details.

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  • As Children Blossom,Therapy.

    Campbell, CA

    As Children Blossom,Therapy. is an ABA therapy provider offering individualized behavioral services for children with autism. Contact them for availability and insurance details.

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  • Ascend Beyond Pediatric and Family Therapy

    Harpursville, NY

    Ascend Beyond Pediatric and Family Therapy is a provider of Pediatric Therapy in Riverside, California, specializing in providing services for children in need of developmental intervention services. We also offer behavi

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  • Ascend Diagnostic & Support Services

    Sacramento, CA

    Ascend Diagnostic & Support Services is an ABA therapy provider in Sacramento, California. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about their

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  • Atlas Aba

    Burbank, CA

    Atlas Aba is an ABA therapy provider in Burbank, California. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about their therapy programs and availabil

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  • Attunement Holistic Speech Therapy & Health Coaching

    Fremont, CA

    Attunement Holistic Speech Therapy & Health Coaching is a center-based ABA therapy provider serving the Fremont, California area. BCBAs oversee individualized programs that address learning, behavior, and social-skill de

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  • Ausome Bee

    Modesto, CA

    Ausome Bee is an ABA therapy provider in Modesto, California. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about their therapy programs and availabi

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  • Autism & ADHD Testing and Treatment

    Johnson City, NY

    Autism & ADHD Testing and Treatment is an ABA therapy provider in Johnson City, NY. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about their therapy

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  • Autism Advocacy and Intervention - AAI

    Iowa City, IA

    Autism Advocacy and Intervention - AAI is an ABA therapy provider in Iowa City, IA. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about their therapy

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  • Autism Behavior Consultants

    Norfolk, NE

    Autism Behavior Consultants is an ABA therapy provider in Norfolk, NE. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about their therapy programs and

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  • Autism Behavior Intervention

    Encino, CA

    Autism Behavior Intervention (ABI) provides state-of-the-art ABA-based treatment to children and adolescents. They offer home-based, center-based, and school-based ABA therapy, as well as parent training and social skill

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  • Autism Interventions and Resources, Inc

    Laguna Hills, CA

    Autism Interventions and Resources, Inc is an ABA therapy provider in Laguna Hills, California. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about t

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  • Autism Partnership

    San Francisco, CA

    Autism Partnership is an ABA therapy provider in San Francisco, California. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about their therapy program

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  • Autism Society San Diego

    San Diego, CA

    Autism Society San Diego is a non-profit organization that serves as the voice and resource of the local autism community. They offer programs, events, camps, fundraisers, and support groups for those on the spectrum.

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  • Autism Spectrum Connection - ASC Behavioral

    Garden Grove, CA

    Autism Spectrum Connection - ASC Behavioral is an ABA therapy provider offering individualized behavioral services for children with autism. Contact them for availability and insurance details.

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  • Autism Spectrum Consultants

    Corona, CA

    Autism Spectrum Consultants is an ABA therapy provider offering individualized behavioral services for children with autism. Contact them for availability and insurance details.

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  • B.E.S.T. Consulting, Inc.

    Sacramento, CA

    B.E.S.T. Consulting, Inc. is an ABA therapy provider in Sacramento, California. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about their therapy pro

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  • Bay Area Behavior Consultants, LLC

    Pinole, CA

    Bay Area Behavior Consultants, LLC is an ABA therapy provider in Pinole, California. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about their therap

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  • Bay Area Behavioral Connection

    South Portland, ME

    Bay Area Behavioral Connection is an ABA therapy provider in South Portland, ME. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about their therapy pr

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  • Behavior And Education

    Torrance, CA

    Behavior And Education provides ABA therapy designed for your family. They tailor their approach to unique needs and provide continuous support. Their mission is to inspire positive change through support, personalized t

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  • Behavior Resources

    Woodland, CA

    Behavior Resources is an ABA therapy provider in Woodland, California. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about their therapy programs and

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  • Behavior Systems ABA

    Corona, CA

    Behavior Systems ABA is an ABA therapy provider offering individualized behavioral services for children with autism. Contact them for availability and insurance details.

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  • Behavioral Intervention Associates

    Oakland, CA

    Behavioral Intervention Associates is an ABA therapy provider in Oakland, California. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about their thera

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  • Behavioral Learning Center

    Maritime Drive Elk Grove, CA

    Behavioral Learning Center is an ABA therapy provider offering individualized behavioral services for children with autism. Contact them for availability and insurance details.

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  • Behavioral Learning Network Southern California

    Encino, CA

    Behavioral Learning Network Southern California is an ABA therapy provider offering individualized behavioral services for children with autism. Contact them for availability and insurance details.

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  • Benteh Wellness Center

    San Francisco, CA

    Benteh Wellness Center provides ABA, speech, occupational, and physical therapy services. They offer center-based ABA therapy in San Francisco, California, and Palmer, Alaska.

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  • Beyond Behavior California

    Santa Rosa, CA

    Beyond Behavior California is an ABA therapy provider offering individualized behavioral services for children with autism. Contact them for availability and insurance details.

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  • BICC

    Fresno, CA

    BICC is an ABA therapy provider in Fresno, California. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about their therapy programs and availability.

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  • Blossom Speech And language Therapy Modesto, ca

    Modesto, CA

    Blossom Speech And language Therapy Modesto, ca is an ABA therapy provider in Modesto, California. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more abou

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  • Brain Performance Technologies | MeRT for Autism in San Jose California

    San Jose, CA

    Brain Performance Technologies | MeRT for Autism in San Jose California is an ABA therapy provider offering individualized behavioral services for children with autism. Contact them for availability and insurance details

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  • Breakthrough Mindsets Therapy

    Walnut Creek, CA

    Breakthrough Mindsets Therapy offers center-based and home-based ABA therapy, assessments, and parent coaching. They serve clients in multiple locations across California, Michigan, Ohio, and Oregon.

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  • Brett DiNovi & Associates: California

    Orange, CA

    Brett DiNovi & Associates: California is an ABA therapy provider offering individualized behavioral services for children with autism. Contact them for availability and insurance details.

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  • Bright Minds Behavior Engineering Center

    H , CA

    Located in H , California, Bright Minds Behavior Engineering Center offers clinic-based ABA services. Their programs focus

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  • Bright Steps Pediatric Therapy (formerly Thrive Speech Therapy)

    Vestal, NY

    Bright Steps Pediatric Therapy (formerly Thrive Speech Therapy) is an ABA therapy provider in Vestal, NY. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn mo

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  • Brighter Futures Therapeutic Learning Center

    Empire, CA

    Brighter Futures Therapeutic Learning Center is an ABA therapy provider in Empire, California. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about th

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  • BrightView Behavioral Health Services

    Pasadena, CA

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  • Brightwork ABA Therapy, Inc.

    Redondo Beach, CA

    Brightwork ABA Therapy, Inc. provides comprehensive ABA therapy for children and adolescents in Redondo Beach, California, offering in-home, center-based, school-based, and telehealth services.

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  • BTA, Behavior Treatment Analysis, ABA Therapy

    Walnut Creek, CA

    BTA, Behavior Treatment Analysis, ABA Therapy is an ABA therapy provider in Walnut Creek, California. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more a

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  • Burgos Behavior

    Manteca, CA

    Burgos Behavior provides safe, inclusive, and practical support for autistic and neurodivergent individuals. They empower families, caregivers, and communities through evidence-based behavior support.

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  • Burnett Therapeutic Services, Inc.

    Modesto, CA

    Burnett Therapeutic Services, Inc. is an ABA therapy provider in Modesto, California. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about their thera

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  • California Behavioral Care, LLC

    Redondo Beach, CA

    California Behavioral Care, LLC is an ABA therapy provider offering individualized behavioral services for children with autism. Contact them for availability and insurance details.

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  • California Spectrum Services

    Truxtun Avenue Bakersfield, CA

    California Spectrum Services was created to give research-based treatment which improves the lives of families and individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders in our local community. Since we began in 2007, our interventi

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  • California Therapy Solutions

    Huntington Beach, CA

    California Therapy Solutions is an ABA therapy provider in Huntington Beach, California. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about their th

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  • Capable Kids Llc

    New York, NY

    Capable Kids Llc offers comprehensive ABA therapy and speech therapy for toddlers to adolescents across New York, Hawaii, Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, and Alaska, accepting major insurance plans.

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  • Capital Keys Autism Families, Inc

    Chula Vista, CA

    Capital Keys Autism Families, Inc is an ABA therapy provider in Chula Vista, California. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about their th

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  • Capitol Kids Speech Therapy

    Sacramento, CA

    Capitol Kids Speech Therapy is an ABA therapy provider in Sacramento, California offering individualized behavioral services for children with autism. Contact them for availability and insurance details.

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  • Carrico Pediatric Therapy Inc.

    Rancho Cucamonga, CA

    Carrico Pediatric Therapy Inc. is an ABA therapy provider in Rancho Cucamonga, California. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about their

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  • Cascade ABA Services

    Irvine, CA

    Cascade ABA Services is an ABA therapy provider in Irvine, California. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about their therapy programs and

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  • Celebrations Speech Group

    Dickinson, ND

    Celebrations Speech Group provides comprehensive, evidence-based interventions for children and adults who need support and practice to interact with others. They offer occupational therapy, speech therapy, and ABA thera

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  • Center For Autism & Related Services

    North Hollywood, CA

    Center For Autism & Related Services is an ABA therapy provider offering individualized behavioral services for children with autism. Contact them for availability and insurance details.

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  • Center For Autism And Developmental Disabilities Cadd

    Ukiah, CA

    Center For Autism And Developmental Disabilities Cadd is an ABA therapy provider in Ukiah, California offering individualized behavioral services for children with autism. Contact them for availability and insurance deta

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  • Center for Learning & Autism Support Services, Inc. (CLASS)

    Peninsula Avenue San Mateo, CA

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  • Center for Learning and Autism Support Services, Inc. (CLASS)

    San Mateo, CA

    Center for Learning and Autism Support Services, Inc. (CLASS) is an ABA therapy provider in San Mateo, California. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to

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  • Centerpointe for Children

    Irvine, CA

    Centerpointe for Children is an ABA therapy provider in Irvine, California. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about their therapy program

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  • Centra Pediatric Therapy

    Tustin, CA

    Centra Pediatric Therapy is an ABA therapy provider in Tustin, California offering individualized behavioral services for children with autism. Contact them for availability and insurance details.

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  • Centre For Neuro Skills

    St. Cloud, MN

    Centre For Neuro Skills is an ABA therapy provider in St. Cloud, MN. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about their therapy programs and a

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  • Change With ABA

    Lodi, CA

    Change With ABA is an ABA therapy provider offering individualized behavioral services for children with autism. Contact them for availability and insurance details.

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  • child communication and behavior specialists

    San Jose, CA

    child communication and behavior specialists is an ABA therapy provider offering individualized behavioral services for children with autism. Contact them for availability and insurance details.

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  • Children's Learning Connection Laguna Hills

    Laguna Hills, CA

    Children's Learning Connection Laguna Hills is an ABA therapy provider in Laguna Hills, California. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more abo

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  • Children's Therapy Center, Co.

    North Little Rock, AR

    Children's Therapy Center, Co. is a boutique pediatric occupational therapy clinic with locations in San Jose and Carmel, California. They are dedicated to supporting each child's unique sensory, motor, and emotional dev

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  • Circle ABA (The Autism Impact Circle)

    Oakland, CA

    Circle ABA (The Autism Impact Circle) offers comprehensive ABA therapy for children and adolescents in Oakland, CA, and Spokane, WA, including in-home, center-based, and telehealth options.

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  • COASTherapy: Huntington Beach

    Huntington Beach, CA

    COASTherapy: Huntington Beach is an ABA therapy provider in Huntington Beach, California. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about their t

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  • Communication Lab ABA + Family Services

    Stamford, CT

    Communication Lab ABA + Family Services is an ABA therapy provider in Stamford, CT. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about their therapy

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  • Comprehensive Autism Center

    Temecula, CA

    Comprehensive Autism Center runs an ABA therapy center in Temecula, California. Clinicians develop individualized treatment plans that target language, social interaction, self-care, and adaptive behavior.

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  • Comprehensive Community Health Centers - CCHC Glendale

    Glendale, CA

    Comprehensive Community Health Centers - CCHC Glendale is an ABA therapy provider offering individualized behavioral services for children with autism. Contact them for availability and insurance details.

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  • Cortica Plano

    Plano, TX

    Cortica Plano is an ABA therapy provider in Plano, Texas. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about their therapy programs and availability

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  • Coyne & Associates

    North Kingstown, RI

    Coyne & Associates provide best practice, ABA-based intervention services to young children with autism or other developmental delays. Their reach includes San Diego County, Los Angeles County, Orange County, Riverside C

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  • Creative Solutions for Hope

    Costa Mesa, CA

    Creative Solutions for Hope is an ABA therapy provider in Costa Mesa, California offering individualized behavioral services for children with autism. Contact them for availability and insurance details.

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  • Cubik Minds

    Chatsworth, CA

    Cubik Minds is an ABA therapy provider offering individualized behavioral services for children with autism. Contact them for availability and insurance details.

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  • Cynthia Steinhauser Associates

    Fresno, CA

    Cynthia Steinhauser Associates offers ABA therapy and speech therapy services. They provide both center-based and general ABA therapy in multiple California locations, including Fresno, Visalia, Sacramento, and Santa Yne

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  • Destined 4 Dignity

    West Sacramento, CA

    Destined 4 Dignity is an ABA therapy provider in West Sacramento, California. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about their therapy progr

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  • Developmental Therapy Services of Sacramento

    Sacramento, CA

    Developmental Therapy Services of Sacramento is an ABA therapy provider in Sacramento, California. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more abou

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  • Early Start

    Sacramento, CA

    Early Start is an ABA therapy provider in Sacramento, California offering individualized behavioral services for children with autism. Contact them for availability and insurance details.

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  • East Bay ABA

    San Ramon, CA

    East Bay ABA is an ABA therapy provider in San Ramon, California. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about their therapy programs and avai

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Frequently Asked Questions About ABA Therapy in California

Does California require insurance to cover ABA therapy?

California requires most state-regulated health plans that offer behavioral health services to cover behavioral health treatment for autism spectrum disorder, including ABA. Self-funded employer plans are generally not subject to this state mandate, so families should verify their specific plan, authorization requirements, and provider network. Medi-Cal and Regional Centers may offer additional pathways for eligible individuals.

How long is the typical wait time for ABA therapy in California?

Wait times in California vary significantly by region. In Los Angeles and the Bay Area, wait times can range from 2 to 8 weeks. Harmony Care Finder helps families find providers with current availability across the state.

What is the Regional Center system in California?

California's Regional Center system is a network of 21 nonprofit agencies that coordinate services for individuals with developmental disabilities, including autism, throughout their lives. Regional Centers provide case management, service coordination, and funding for services not covered by insurance or Medicaid — including some ABA-related supports. Families can contact their local Regional Center directly to request an intake assessment; there is no waitlist for the initial assessment, though specific services may have waiting periods.

Does Medi-Cal cover ABA therapy?

Yes. Medi-Cal covers ABA therapy as a medically necessary treatment under the Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostic and Treatment (EPSDT) benefit for children under 21. Families enrolled in Medi-Cal managed care plans can access ABA services through approved providers.

How many ABA providers are in Los Angeles?

The Los Angeles metropolitan area has the largest concentration of ABA providers in California, with hundreds of agencies serving families across LA, Orange, Ventura, San Bernardino, and Riverside counties. LA's diversity means bilingual providers (Spanish, Mandarin, Korean, Armenian, Tagalog) are more available here than in most markets. Despite the large provider base, waitlists at the most sought-after clinics can still run 3-6 months — Harmony Care Finder can identify providers with current availability.

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