Verified Providers in California
ABA Therapy Providers in California
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271 verified providers across 40 cities in California
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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.
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.
ABA Therapy by City in California
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Provider Profiles Associated With California
These public provider profiles are linked from the California directory. Confirm current service areas and details directly with the provider.
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Promise ABA, LLC
Burbank, CA
Promise ABA, 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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Pyles And Associates: ABA Services
Ann Arbor, MI
Pyles And Associates: ABA Services is an ABA therapy provider in Ann Arbor, MI. 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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Quality Behavior Solutions
Van Nuys, CA
Quality Behavior Solutions is an ABA therapy provider in Van Nuys, California. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about their therapy prog
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Rady Children's Autism Discovery Institute
Indianapolis, IN
Rady Children's Autism Discovery Institute offers in-home, center-based, school-based, and telehealth ABA therapy. They provide early intervention, social skills training, community-based ABA, and ABA assessments in San
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Red House Behavior Resources, Inc.
Natick, MA
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Regional Center of the East Bay
San Leandro, CA
Regional Center of the East Bay supports persons with developmental disabilities and their families with the tools needed to achieve lives of quality and satisfaction, and builds partnerships that result in inclusive com
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Rise Children's Center
Sacramento, CA
Rise Children's Center offers center-based ABA therapy, parent training, and toilet training. They have locations in Sacramento, California and Southfield, Michigan.
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Rise Dc
Sacramento, CA
Rise Dc provides in-home and center-based ABA therapy services. They have locations in Sacramento, California and Washington, District of Columbia.
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Rivendale Institute Of Learning
Huntington Beach, CA
Rivendale Institute Of Learning offers center-based, individual, and family ABA therapy services. They have locations in Huntington Beach, California, and Springfield, Missouri.
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Sacramento Autism Services
Fair Oaks, CA
Sacramento Autism Services is an ABA therapy provider in Fair Oaks, 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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Sacramento Autistic Spectrum and Special Needs Alliance
Sacramento, CA
Sacramento Autistic Spectrum and Special Needs Alliance is an ABA therapy provider in Sacramento, California. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to lear
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Sacramento Kendall Center
Granite Bay, CA
Sacramento Kendall Center is an ABA therapy provider in Granite Bay, 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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San Diego Occupational Therapy
Oklahoma City, OK
San Diego Occupational Therapy is an ABA therapy provider in Oklahoma City, OK. 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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Sasaki Behavioral Group
San Jose, CA
Sasaki Behavioral 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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SenseAbilities
Brockton Avenue Riverside, CA
SenseAbilities is an ABA therapy provider offering individualized behavioral services for children with autism. Contact them for availability and insurance details.
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Seven Bridges Therapy
Daly City, CA
Seven Bridges Therapy is an ABA therapy provider in Daly City, California. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about their therapy programs
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Shining Stars Pediatric Therapy Center
Chantilly, VA
Shining Stars Pediatric Therapy Center is an ABA therapy provider in Chantilly, Virginia. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about their t
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Skills In Motion
Lake Balboa, CA
Skills In Motion is an ABA therapy provider in Lake Balboa, California offering individualized behavioral services for children with autism. Contact them for availability and insurance details.
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Small Talk Therapy, Inc
Lancaster, CA
Small Talk Therapy, 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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SmallTalk Pediatric Therapy
Westlake, OH
SmallTalk Pediatric Therapy is an ABA therapy provider in Westlake, OH. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about their therapy programs an
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Smile Pediatric Speech Therapy
Los Angeles, CA
Smile Pediatric Speech 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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Social Collaborative
Tustin, CA
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SpeakEasy Therapy Center Inc.
Westminster, CA
SpeakEasy Therapy Center 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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Special Explorers Center
Bakersfield, CA
Special Explorers 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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Special Needs Resource Foundation of San Diego
San Diego, CA
Special Needs Resource Foundation of San Diego's mission is to connect families (and individuals) with disabilities to resources, services and opportunities while encouraging an inclusive community and enhancing quality
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Spectrum Analytic Consulting CA
Sacramento, CA
Spectrum Analytic Consulting CA 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 thera
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Spectrum Pride
Fresno, CA
Spectrum Pride 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 avail
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Spectrum Pride LLC - Merced Center
Merced, CA
Spectrum Pride LLC - Merced Center is an ABA therapy provider in Merced, 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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Spectrum Psych LA
Soldotna, AK
Spectrum Psych LA offers coordinated mental health care designed just for you, including psychotherapy, psychiatry, occupational therapy, and diagnostic evaluations. They specialize in autism, ADHD, anxiety, and mood con
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Spectrum Solutions Therapy
Bellflower, CA
Spectrum Solutions Therapy is an ABA therapy provider in Bellflower, 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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Speech Therapy Associates
Soldotna, AK
Speech Therapy Associates is an ABA therapy provider in Soldotna, AK. 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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Spotlight Therapy
Los Gatos Saratoga Road Los Gatos, CA
Spotlight Therapy is a private group practice consisting of Board Certified Behavioral Analysts, Behavioral Analysts, Behavioral Therapists and Behavioral Interventionists that provide specialized behavioral services to
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Stepping Stones Pediatric Therapy Inc
Newport Beach, CA
Stepping Stones Pediatric Therapy Inc is an ABA therapy provider in Newport Beach, California offering individualized behavioral services for children with autism. Contact them for availability and insurance details.
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Strident Healthcare - ABA Therapy
Farmington Hills, MI
Strident Healthcare - ABA Therapy is an ABA therapy provider in Farmington Hills, Michigan. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about their
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Summit Brain Health | MeRT for Autism | Brain Treatment Center of San Jose
Ypsilanti, MI
Summit Brain Health | MeRT for Autism | Brain Treatment Center of San Jose is an ABA therapy provider in Ypsilanti, MI. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact th
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Sunflower Mental Wellness Llc
Huntington Beach, CA
Sunflower Mental Wellness Llc is an ABA therapy provider in Huntington Beach, CA. 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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Sunny Behavioral Solutions - ABA Therapy
Jefferson City, MO
Sunny Behavioral Solutions - ABA Therapy is an ABA therapy provider in Jefferson City, MO. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about their
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Sunny's Behavior Services
Coke Ave Lakewood, CA
Sunny's Behavior Services is a leading provider of behavior services, trainings, and consultation. They strive to equip families with the tools they need to help their children reach their fullest potential. Dr. Sunny Ki
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Support for Families of Children with Disabilities
San Francisco, CA
Support for Families of Children with Disabilities is an ABA therapy provider in San Francisco, California offering individualized behavioral services for children with autism. Contact them for availability and insurance
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Tara Richardson Md
Huntington Beach, CA
Tara Richardson Md offers ABA therapy, including center-based and group options, along with individual counseling. They serve clients in Huntington Beach, California, and Salina, Kansas.
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Teamwork Therapies
Davenport, IA
Teamwork Therapies is an ABA therapy provider in Davenport, IA. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about their therapy programs and availa
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Texas ABA Therapy
Missouri City, TX
Texas ABA Therapy is an ABA therapy provider in Missouri City, Texas. 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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The Center For Lifeskills
Huntington Beach, CA
The Center For Lifeskills provides center-based ABA therapy for autism. They have locations in Huntington Beach, California and Solon, Ohio.
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The Speech Pathology Group Rehab Services Of Ct
Walnut Creek, CA
The Speech Pathology Group Rehab Services Of Ct is an ABA therapy provider in Walnut Creek, California offering individualized behavioral services for children with autism. Contact them for availability and insurance det
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The Sterling Institute for Autism
Long Beach, CA
The Sterling Institute for Autism is an ABA therapy provider in Long Beach, California offering individualized behavioral services for children with autism. Contact them for availability and insurance details.
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Therapeutic Learning Consultants
Mountain View, CA
Therapeutic Learning Consultants runs an ABA therapy center in Mountain View, California. Clinicians develop individualized treatment plans that target language, social interaction, self-care, and adaptive behavior.
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Theraplay LA
Los Angeles, CA
Theraplay LA is an ABA therapy provider offering individualized behavioral services for children with autism. Contact them for availability and insurance details.
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Therapy Link
Fresno, CA
Therapy Link 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 availab
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Thompson Autism and Neurodevelopmental Center at CHOC
Stamford, CT
Thompson Autism and Neurodevelopmental Center at CHOC 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
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Thrive Therapy & Social Center
Indianapolis, IN
Thrive Therapy & Social Center combines ABA, Speech & Language Pathology, Occupation Therapy & Social Skills work for a comprehensive approach. Our collaborative model builds a community of champions around each of our c
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Thrive Together Therapy
Glendale, CA
Thrive Together Therapy is an ABA therapy provider in Glendale, California offering individualized behavioral services for children with autism. Contact them for availability and insurance details.
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Tiny Sprouts Therapy Speech Language Pathology, Inc.
Long Beach, CA
Tiny Sprouts Therapy Speech Language Pathology, 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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Touched By an Angel Speech Therapy
Los Angeles, CA
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True Care Behavioral Solutions
Ann Arbor, MI
True Care Behavioral Solutions Inc. provides effective solutions for growth and development through Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) for individuals living with Autism. They specialize in harnessing the power of ABA to cr
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True North Therapy & Wellness
Sacramento, CA
True North Therapy & Wellness provides center-based and telehealth ABA therapy. They also offer individual therapy and address depression.
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True Potential Therapy
Glendale, CA
True Potential Therapy offers center-based and in-home ABA therapy. They serve clients in Veazie, Maine, and Glendale, California.
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UC San Diego Autism Center of Excellence
Soldotna, AK
UC San Diego Autism Center of Excellence is an ABA therapy provider in Soldotna, AK. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about their therap
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UCSF Pediatric STAR Center for Autism Spectrum Disorder and Neurodevelopmental Disorders
San Francisco, CA
UCSF Pediatric STAR Center for Autism Spectrum Disorder and Neurodevelopmental Disorders is an ABA therapy provider in San Francisco, California. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spe
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Unified Solutions Behavioral Support
Orangevale, CA
Unified Solutions Behavioral Support offers center-based ABA therapy, ABA therapy, and in-home therapy. They serve clients in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, and Orangevale, California.
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UnityABA Inc.
Sacramento, CA
UnityABA 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 programs and av
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Uplift Therapy Center
Flintridge, CA
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Valley Achievement Center
Bakersfield, CA
Valley Achievement Center (VAC) of Bakersfield, CA was started in 1998 to provide children with autism and other developmental disabilities an educational setting. VAC offers a variety of programs for children ranging fr
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Valley-Mountain Regional Center Inc
Modesto, CA
Valley-Mountain Regional Center 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 ther
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Verbal Behavior Associates
Poway, CA
Verbal Behavior Associates San Diego is a passionate group of dedicated professionals who believe that children with behavioral and language difficulties can be taught skills to lead independent, fulfilling, and happy li
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Victory Autism Academy
Sun City West, AZ
Victory Autism Academy provides “whole child” education to K-12 students on the autism spectrum. Our curriculum and teachers help build confidence that can lead to independence. Our 1:3 staff-to-student ratio, multisenso
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Victory Care - ABA Therapy
Beverly Hills, CA
Victory Care - ABA Therapy is a center-based ABA therapy provider serving the Beverly Hills, California area. Their programs focus on evidence-based ABA interventions tailored to each child's goals, including skill acqui
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Vista Center for Behavior Analysis
Dickinson, ND
Vista Center for Behavior Analysis is an ABA therapy provider in Dickinson, ND. 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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Vocational Rehabilitation Services
Yankton, SD
Vocational Rehabilitation Services is an ABA therapy provider in Yankton, South Dakota. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis services for children with autism spectrum disorder. Contact them to learn more about their the
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Whole Child Therapy
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Whole Child Therapy 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 therapy pro
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Woodnote Therapy Pllc
Sacramento, CA
Woodnote Therapy Pllc is an ABA therapy provider in Sacramento, CA. 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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Yankton Therapeutic Massage
Glendale, CA
Yankton Therapeutic Massage offers center-based ABA therapy and consultation services. They provide ABA therapy in Yankton, South Dakota, and Glendale, California.
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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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