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ABA Therapy · Westminster & Orange County

Center-Based ABA Therapy in Westminster

Structured, play-based sessions at our Westminster center with built-in opportunities to practice social skills.

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Why families choose center-based ABA

Center-based ABA takes place at our center at 13571 Beach Blvd in Westminster. The setting is designed for learning: predictable routines, a range of materials and activities, and a team that is on site together. For many children, it offers a good balance of focused one-on-one teaching and natural chances to be around other kids.

Center-based therapy can be a good fit when your child:

  • Is getting ready for preschool, transitional kindergarten or a new classroom
  • Would benefit from practicing skills around other children
  • Learns best with fewer distractions than home sometimes has
  • Is working on following group routines, waiting and transitions

It is not the right fit for everyone, and it does not have to be all-or-nothing. Some families combine center sessions with in-home ABA so skills learned at the center are practiced at home. Read center-based vs. in-home ABA for a side-by-side look.

What a day at the center looks like

Each session is planned from your child’s treatment plan. A typical visit might include:

  • Warm-up and connection. Your child’s therapist starts with activities your child enjoys so the session begins on a positive note.
  • Teaching built into play. Skills like requesting, labeling, imitating or turn-taking are practiced during games, puzzles, songs and pretend play.
  • Structured practice. Short, focused teaching moments for skills that need extra repetition.
  • Social opportunities. When it fits your child’s goals, guided activities with peers, like sharing materials or a simple group game.
  • Breaks and regulation. Movement, calm-down time and choice are part of the day.
  • Data and review. Therapists record progress during the session so the BCBA can see what is working.

For a closer look at a session from start to finish, see what happens in an ABA therapy session.

Supervision and communication

Your child’s program is designed and supervised by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Sessions are delivered by Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) under that supervision. You will have regular check-ins to talk about progress, ask questions and decide on next goals together. Parent training is included so you can use the same strategies at home.

Visiting our Westminster center

Our center is on Beach Blvd in Westminster, convenient for families across central and west Orange County. We are open Monday through Saturday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Find directions on our Westminster location page.

Choosing a center is a big decision, and we encourage families to ask questions. Our guide on how to choose an ABA provider includes a checklist you can bring to your consultation.

Other ABA settings

Combine settings to fit your child

In-Home ABA Therapy

BCBA-designed ABA therapy in your home, built around your child’s everyday routines, with parents coached along the way.

Parent Training

Practical coaching so you can support your child’s progress in everyday life, not just during sessions.

School-Based ABA

Support in the classroom so your child can practice learning, social and routine skills with teachers and peers.

Parent-friendly guides from our team.

Our services

ABA Therapy

Individualized, play-based Applied Behavior Analysis designed by BCBAs around your child and family goals.

Speech & Language Therapy

Helping children develop verbal and non-verbal communication so they can express themselves.

Occupational Therapy

Building independence through fine motor development, sensory support and self-care skills.

Center-Based ABA: common questions

What does a center-based ABA session look like?

Sessions mix one-on-one teaching with play, breaks and, when appropriate, small-group activities. Your child works with a Registered Behavior Technician while a BCBA oversees the plan and reviews data.

Can my child do both center-based and in-home ABA?

Yes. Many families combine settings so a child can learn in a structured environment and then practice the same skills at home. Your BCBA will recommend what fits your child.

Where is your center?

Our center is at 13571 Beach Blvd, Westminster, CA 92683. We are open Monday through Saturday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Start with a free consultation

Tell us about your child and your goals. We’ll answer your questions, explain the next steps and help you check your insurance coverage. No pressure, no obligation.

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