Center for Autism and Related Disorders in California
CARD® operates multiple conveniently located ABA therapy centers across California, providing families with trusted, local access to high-quality autism therapy. Our California ABA centers offer individualized Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy delivered by experienced clinicians in welcoming, supportive environments. Families searching for ABA therapy in California or autism therapy can feel confident knowing CARD® provides evidence-based care close to home. While each California location follows CARD®’s proven clinical treatment models, every treatment plan is thoughtfully customized to support the unique needs, strengths, and goals of each individual.
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is widely recognized as the gold-standard, evidence-based treatment for individuals with autism spectrum disorder. CARD®’s California ABA therapy programs focus on building essential skills that promote long-term success and independence. Treatment targets communication, social skills, emotional regulation, and daily living skills, helping individuals thrive at home, in school, and throughout their community. For families seeking trusted autism services in California, CARD® delivers compassionate, outcomes-driven therapy designed to support meaningful, lasting progress.
Supporting Growth, Independence, and Confidence Through ABA Therapy
CARD® offers compassionate, evidence-based autism services designed to help children, teens, and adults learn, grow, and thrive. Using proven ABA therapy techniques, our programs focus on building communication, social, and everyday life skills while reducing behaviors that may make learning more difficult. Every program is personalized to support their unique strengths and goals, helping families see meaningful progress and long-term success.
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is widely recognized as the gold-standard, evidence-based treatment for individuals with autism spectrum disorder. CARD®’s ABA therapy programs in California focus on building essential skills that promote long-term success and independence. Treatment targets communication, social skills, emotional regulation, and daily living skills, helping individuals succeed at home, in school, and throughout their community. For families seeking trusted autism services in California, CARD® delivers compassionate, outcomes-driven therapy designed to support meaningful, lasting progress.
We work with most major insurance plans and are happy to help families navigate coverage.
If you don’t see your insurance, call us. Please note that although CARD® may be in-network with your insurance provider, our services might not be covered by all plans, nor does it guarantee payment. Please contact your insurance to find out more information about receiving coverage.
Why California Families Trust CARD®
Families across California rely on CARD® for compassionate, individualized support that grows with their child. With multiple centers conveniently located throughout the state, we provide local access to skilled clinicians who work closely with families, schools, and community partners. Our California teams are committed to creating a seamless experience, helping individuals of all ages build independence, develop meaningful skills, and reach their personal goals.
At CARD®, we understand that every family’s journey is unique. That’s why our programs are tailored to each individual’s strengths, needs, and aspirations, providing support that extends beyond the center into home, school, and community settings. Whether a child is just starting therapy, a teen is preparing for greater independence, or an adult is developing skills for employment and daily living, our California centers are here to guide every step of the way.
The difference our programs make is reflected in the stories and experiences of the families we serve. Scroll below to read authentic reviews from parents, teens, and adults who have benefited from CARD®’s autism services across California, and see why so many families continue to trust us with their care.
Brentwood
Was a client here. The people were great, and I’ve met many new friends because of it.
I’m gonna miss this place.
Chula Vista West
We had a great experience at CARD. The Behavioral therapists were so great and they worked hard to keep a strong connection throughout the entire 2 years. Yes, there were some challenges at times-schedule changes and the like which come with any Educational/Behavioral programs.
But overall, we just want to say thank you so much for all the development you helped Renato learn and grow in such a profound way. We will always be grateful and recommend this Center to others we come across.
Citrus Heights
It was a process to get started, but CARD in CH has really been helping our son with his behavioral needs and social skills. All in all, I believe it was worth the effort.
Corona
My child just started here not too long ago but he loves everyone here and I could tell it is a great ABA center. Everyone is super helpful and kind. They offered a lot of resources and training in addition to helping your child with ABA service and it's the most resources & knowledge I've gotten since my son was diagnosed. I think they have a great admin and corporate team as well.
Cypress
Thanks for your help
Menifee
My son who is 7 has been receiving services from them for 3 years now. It has help me keep my job, keep my self organized and 100% helped my son grow and develop skills I didn’t think he had or have the time to teach or show him. With the training that they have and encouragement they give to my son I highly recommend bringing your child here if they are on the spectrum for autism and related disorders.
The positiveness and go to attitudes from the staff make my son and I feel safe and comfortable. Of course as a single mother you wonder how things will fall into place? Who can help me? Who will understand? Being able to express my conserns, ideas, and questions this company has shown me what a team work effort can do. They are my second family they understand my son so well I couldn’t have asked for a better place for my son to receive the ABA therapy he needs and enjoys.
Moreno Valley
They are great with my children 🙂
Moreno Valley
The best place, I feel the confidence to leave my son, the technicians are very kind. I have seen a great positive change in my son.
Palm Desert
My son has been going here for a few years. He has progressed so well. All of the staff is so loving and caring. I would recommend this place to any parents that has a child that needs ABA services.
Palm Desert
Love this place!!!! My son has improved a lot since he started! Great staff! Love everyone there.
Rancho Cordova
My son has been a client since April 2021 in Folsom center and now in Rancho Cordova. The BCBA supervisors there Celine and Nadja are professional and knowledgeable. All the tutors and staff are kind and polite. They are very respectful and we are happy with the services! My son is a teenager and still enjoys coming there 2-3x a week. Thank you CARD! You are all awesome!
Rancho Cordova
An amazing team with amazing people!
San Bernardino
Great service 👍
San Jose
I will exclude details but in general but the place is worth to visit, the staff is a small but helpful and considerable group. Thank you!! Will be back soon.
Santa Barbara
Yesterday was my son first day at ABA, and I couldn’t be more thrilled with how it went. As soon as he came home, he lit up talking about how much fun he had, especially because expressing himself like that is something we’ve been working so hard on. It’s incredibly reassuring that he felt safe, happy, and supported enough to communicate that joy. I'm so impressed with the team already. So, whatever you're doing, it's working, and I’m so grateful.
Thank you for making his first day such a positive experience.
Santa Maria
Good place
Simi Valley
If you have a child that is on the spectrum and are seeking ABA services- this will be the best place for him/her!! I can not thank the staff enough for everything they have done for my little one. As a new parent to the world of Autism, I was uniformed and unaware of what ABA is/was and what it can do for my child. Over the past year, ABA has not only helped my child tremendously, but it has also helped my husband and I through all of the parent training/resources/webinars. We continue to learn so much, and because of this, in addition to the staff's guidance, we are able to navigate this journey with our child in a manner that helps our little one and us as well. We are better parents because of CARD, and I will forever be grateful to them for everything!! They care about my child's progress, as much as we do, and they have become an extension of our family 🙏🏼💖
Temecula
Omg the from lady was so cute and so sweet to me I really trust this place with my kids the environment is so amazing and beautiful definitely 5 stars
Temecula
This place has been amazing for my 3 year old son. I have seen such wonderful improvements from him, even starting immediately. The therapists have been great at listening to my concerns for my son and tailoring their treatment for him specifically and adjusting it as he grows. I would definitely recommend checking this place out and seeing if it’s the right fit for you and your child. Just remember that every center is different, every therapist is different and what works for one child, won’t work for another. Some times it just takes a little bit of time to find what is right for your child and some times that means changing therapists or approach.
Temecula
Amazing staff and clean environment
Temecula
Cool and chill staff
Walnut Creek
My son has been attending therapy since September 2018. He was 3 1/2 years old when he started and he was attending full-time approximately 30 hours per week. Today he is doing exceptionally well and began attending school full-time in February reducing his hours at CARD to approximately 16 hours per week. At first I was skeptical of the program as I did feel that his behaviors became more challenging but I stuck with the program in hopes that it was going to make a difference in his life. So glad I went with my gut and kept him in this program. My son, now 4 years old, has really made positive progress over the past 6 months and is really doing well both at home and at school.
I understand that the parent training and parent practicing may seem like a real pain at times but the meetings actually play a huge part in my sons progress and are invaluable in the learning process for myself as well as everyone on my sons team. Communication is of the most importance when it comes to making positive progress and keeping everyone on the same page moving forward.
I know I was skeptical with the way things started out in the beginning and the scheduling was a bit frustrating at first but once we had transitioned into a regular weekly schedule everything began falling into place.
I truly feel blessed that my son is able to have this wonderful opportunity and for all of the positive progress he has made this far. The staff at CARD is amazing and I just want to say thank you to everyone for making such a big difference in our lives.
Walnut Creek
The staff at the Walnut Creek location are awesome and a bunch of great people to come to know. Not only do they provide my son's needed therapy, they provide a sense of family, as we all are focused on helping my child and his diagnosis of ASD. I'm glad these people are a part of my son and I's life.
