Center for Autism & Related Disorders - Granada Hills

Behavior Education Services Team (BEST) is a licensed provider of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services and family support, dedicated to empowering children with developmental challenges, particularly those diagnosed with autism. The core mission of BEST is to equip children with the functional skills necessary for leading fulfilling, independent lives as active members of their communities. BEST offers a comprehensive range of services designed to enhance child development across multiple domains. Key programs include: - **Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA):** Evidence-based interventions tailored to meet the unique needs of each child, focusing on improving communication, social skills, and adaptive behaviors. - **Social Skills Development:** Programs aimed at fostering essential social interactions, helping children communicate effectively with peers and navigate social situations. - **Verbal Skills Enhancement:** Individualized assessments and targeted strategies to address voice, speech, and language disorders, promoting effective communication. - **Play Skills Development:** Activities designed to encourage play, which not only enhances enjoyment but also facilitates learning and interaction with other children. What sets BEST apart is its commitment to maintaining a supportive and nurturing environment, characterized by low student-teacher ratios that ensure personalized attention. The center emphasizes confidentiality and security of personal information, adhering to legal standards for protecting health information. Additionally, BEST integrates community involvement and vocational training opportunities, preparing children for successful transitions into adulthood.

Comprehensive Autism Center (CAC) serves San Diego County families with center-based ABA in a preschool-like setting for children about ages 2 to 6, optional in-home ABA for children up to about age 6, telehealth when clinically appropriate, and a parent-led Early Explorers coaching track for very young children. Licensed psychology staff conduct developmental diagnostic evaluations for children about birth through age 6 at San Diego and Temecula sites, which can shorten the gap between concern and starting services. Parent workshops and a family liaison line are built into how CAC describes care. Start with the intake or screening flow on the main site, then confirm Medi-Cal, commercial, or other benefits for your member ID. Executive operations leadership includes Monique Erickson, BCBA (centers), and Valerie Rogers, PhD, BCBA-D (in-home and remote).

Autism Spectrum Therapies (AST), part of LEARN Behavioral, runs Inland Empire centers and field teams that include Temecula families. Services span autism diagnostics, center-based ABA, in-home ABA, school-based help, and social skills groups under a contemporary ABA model that emphasizes caregiver partnership. Regional intake uses 866-727-8274. AST's inland page markets compassionate, data-informed care for children and young adults; confirm which exact learning center or zip cluster matches your home for drive time and availability. Insurance verification happens during intake; LEARN's network backing can matter for authorizations across multiple counties.