California

Autism Learning Partners has many locations throughout the state of California, including Northern California, Central California, and Southern California.

      View All Cities We Serve in California

      Alameda

      Berkeley

      Castro Valley

      Dublin

      Fremont

      Hayward

      Livermore

      Newark

      Oakland

      Pleasanton

      San Leandro

      San Lorenzo

      Union City

      Warm Springs

      Alamo

      Antioch

      Bethel Island

      Brentwood

      Byron

      Concord

      Danville

      Discovery Bay

      El Cerrito

      El Sobrante

      Oakley

      Pinole

      Rollingwood

      San Pablo

      San Ramon

      Tara Hills

      Walnut Creek

      El Dorado Hills

      Auberry

      Burness

      Calwa

      Camden

      Caruthers

      Cecile

      Clovis

      Fowler

      Fresno

      Friant

      Goldleaf

      Gordom

      Herndon

      Highway City

      Ivesta

      Kerman

      Kingsburg

      Lacjac

      Lanare

      Las Palmas

      Laton

      Locans

      Lone Star

      Malaga

      Ora

      Orange Cove

      Parlier

      Raco

      Reedley

      Riverdale

      Sanger

      Selma

      Sierra Sky Park

      Tarpey

      Tollhouse

      Turk

      Uva

      West Park

      Arcata

      Blue Lake

      Eureka

      Ferndale

      Fortuna

      Loleta

      McKinleyville

      Rio Dell

      Trinidad

      Rosemond

      Armona

      Avenal

      Cimarron

      Corcoran

      Gepford

      Grangeville

      Guernsey

      Halls Corner

      Hamblin

      Hanford

      Hardwick

      Helm Corner

      Home Garden

      Hub

      Hydril

      Lemoore Station

      Murray

      Pitco

      Reef Station

      Remnoy

      Rossi

      Santa Rosa Rancheria

      Shirley

      South Corcoran

      Stratford

      Vanguard

      Acton

      Agoura Hills

      Agua Dulce

      Alhambra

      Altadena

      Arcadia

      Arleta

      Arlington Heights

      Artesia

      Athens

      Atwater Village

      Avocado Heights

      Azusa

      Baldwin Hills/Crenshaw

      Baldwin Park

      Bassett

      Bel Air

      Bell

      Bell Gardens

      Bellflower

      Beverly Crest

      Beverly Grove

      Beverly Hills

      Beverlywood

      Boyle Heights

      Bradbury

      Brentwood

      BroadwayManchester

      Bunker Hill

      Burbank

      Calabasas

      Canoga Park

      Canyon Country

      Carson

      Carthay

      Castaic

      Century City

      Cerritos

      Charter Oaks

      Chatsworth

      Cheviot Hills

      Citrus

      City of Industry

      City of Terrace

      Civic Center

      Claremont

      Commerce

      Compton

      Covina

      Crenshaw

      Cudahy

      Culver City

      Cypress Park

      Del Rey

      Diamond Bar

      Downey

      Downtown Los Angeles

      Duarte

      Eagle Rock

      East Hollywood

      East Los Angeles

      Echo Park

      El Monte

      El Segundo

      El Sereno

      Elysian Park

      Elysian Valley

      Encino

      Exposition Park

      Florence

      Florence Firestone

      Florence Graham

      Gardena

      Glassell Park

      Glendale

      Glendora

      Gorman

      Gramercy Park

      Granada Hills

      Green Meadows

      Griffith Park

      Hacienda Heights

      Hancock Park

      Harbor City

      Harvard Heights

      Harvard Park

      Hawaiian Gardens

      Hawthorne

      Hermosa Beach

      Hidden Hills

      Highland Park

      Hillgrove

      Historic South Central

      Hollywood

      Hollywood Hills

      Huntington Park

      Hyde Park

      Inglewood

      Irwindale

      Jefferson Park

      La Cañada-Flintridge

      La Crescenta

      La Habra Heights

      La Mirada

      La Puente

      La Verne

      Ladera Heights

      Lake Balboa

      Lakeview Terrace

      Lancaster

      Lawndale

      Leimert Park

      Lennox

      Lincoln Heights

      Little Rock

      Lomita

      Long Beach

      Los Feliz

      Lynwood

      Manchester Square

      Manhattan Beach

      Mar Vista

      Marina Del Rey

      Mayflower Village

      Maywood

      MidWilshire

      Mission Hills

      Monrovia

      Montebello

      Monterey Park

      Montrose

      Mt Washington

      Nevin

      NewHall

      North Hills

      North Hollywood

      Northridge

      Norwalk

      Pacific Palisades

      Pacoima

      Palmdale

      Palms

      Palos Verdes

      Panorama City

      Paramount

      Park Mesa Heights

      Pasadena

      Pico Rivera

      PicoRobertson

      PicoUnion

      Playa Vista

      Playa del Rey

      Pomona

      Porter Ranch

      Quartz Hill

      Rancho Cucamonga

      Rancho Palos Verdes

      Rancho Park

      Redondo Beach

      Reseda

      Rolling Hills

      Rosemead

      Rowland Heights

      San Dimas

      San Fernando

      San Gabriel

      San Marino

      San Pedro

      Santa Clarita

      Santa Fe Springs

      Santa Monica

      Satelle

      Saugus

      Shadow Hills

      Sherman Oaks

      Sierra Madre

      Signal Hill

      Silver Lake

      South El Monte

      South Gate

      South Park

      South Pasadena

      Stevenson Ranch

      Studio City

      Sun Valley

      Sunland

      Sylmar

      Tarzana

      Temple City

      Toluca Lake

      Toluca Woods

      Torrance

      Tujunga

      University Hills

      University Park

      Val Verde

      Valencia

      Valley Glen

      Valley Village

      Van Nuys

      Venice

      Vermont Knolls

      Vermont Square

      Vermont Vista

      Vermont-Slauson

      View ParkWindsor Hills

      Walnut

      Walnut Park

      Warner Center

      Watts

      West Adams

      West Covina

      West Hills

      West Hollywood

      West Los Angeles

      West Rancho Dominguez

      Westchester

      Westlake

      Westmont

      Westwood

      Whittier

      Willowbrook

      Wilmington

      Winnetka

      Woodland Hills

      Athlone

      Atwater

      Bear Creek

      Berenda

      Brito

      Buhach

      Calpack

      Chowchilla

      Coarsegold

      Dairyland

      Dos Palos

      Dos Palos Y

      El Nido

      Fairmead

      Fergus

      Fluhr

      Gregg

      Gustine

      Ingomar

      Kismet

      Le Grand

      Los Banos

      Madera

      Madera Acres

      Merced

      Minturn

      Notarb

      Oakhurts

      Parksdale

      Parkwood

      Plainsburg

      Planada

      San Joaquin River Estates

      Santa Nella

      Sharon

      Sierra Vista

      South Dos Palos

      Trent

      Trigo

      Tuttle

      Volta

      Arena

      Ballico

      Cortez

      Cressey

      Delhi

      Hilmar

      Livingston

      Stevinson

      The Grove

      Winton

      Boronda

      Carmel Valley

      Carmel by the Sea

      Chualar

      Del Rey Oaks

      Elkhorn

      Gonzales

      Greenfield

      Las Lomas

      Marina

      Monterey

      Moss Landing

      Pacific Grove

      Pajaro

      Prunedale

      Sand City

      Seaside

      Soledad

      Spreckels

      Aliso Viejo

      Anaheim

      Anaheim Hills

      Brea

      Buena Park

      Corona Del Mar

      Costa Mesa

      Coto de Caza

      Cypress

      Dana Point

      El Modena

      Foothill Ranch

      Fountain Valley

      Fullerton

      Garden Grove

      Huntington Beach

      Huntington Harbor

      Huntington Harbour

      Irvine

      Irvine Lake

      La Habra

      La Palma

      Ladera Ranch

      Laguna Beach

      Laguna Hills

      Laguna Niguel

      Laguna Woods

      Lake Forest

      Los Alamitos

      Mid Way City

      Mission Viejo

      Newport Beach

      Newport Coast

      Orange

      Placentia

      Rancho Mission Viejo

      Rancho Santa Margarita

      Rossmoor

      San Clemente

      San Juan Capistrano

      Santa Ana

      Seal beach

      Stanton

      Trabuco Canyon

      Tustin

      Villa Park

      Yorba Linda

      Granite Bay

      Lincoln

      Loomis

      Placer

      Rocklin

      Roseville

      Whitney

      Banning

      Beaumont

      Bermuda Dunes

      Calimesa

      Canyon Lake

      Cathedral City

      Cherry Valley

      Coachella

      Corona

      Desert Hot Springs

      Eastvale

      Glen Avon

      Hemet

      Homeland

      Indian Wells

      Indio

      La Quinta

      La Sierra

      Lake Elsinore

      Menifee

      Mira Loma

      Moreno Valley

      Murrieta

      Norco

      Nuevo

      Palm Desert

      Palm Springs

      Perris

      Rancho Mirage

      Riverside

      Romoland

      Rubidoux

      San Jacinto

      Sun City

      Temecula

      Temescal Valley

      Thermal

      Thousand Palms

      Whitewater

      Wildomar

      Winchester

      Antelope

      Arden-Arcade

      Carmichael

      Citrus Heights

      Del Paso Heights

      Elk Grove

      Elverta

      Fair Oaks

      Florin

      Folsom

      Foothill Farms

      Freeport

      Galt

      Gardenland

      Gold River

      Herald

      Hood

      Isleton

      La Riviera

      Land Park

      Mather

      McClellan Park

      Midtown

      Natomas

      North Highlands

      North Oak Park

      Parkway

      Rancho Cordova

      Rio Linda

      Rosemont

      Sacramento

      Sheldon

      South Natomas

      Tahoe Park

      Vineyard

      Walnut Grove

      Wilton

      Hollister

      Ridgemark

      San Juan Bautista

      Tres Pinos

      Alta Loma

      Bloomington

      Colton

      Etiwanda

      Fontana

      Grand Terrace

      Highland

      Jurupa Valley

      Loma Linda

      Mentone

      Montclair

      Muscoy

      Oak Glen

      Ontario

      Redlands

      Rialto

      San Antonio Heights

      San Bernardino

      Sierra Lakes

      Upland

      Yucaipa

      Bonita

      Cardiff by the Sea

      Carlsbad

      Carmel Valley

      Chula Vista

      Coronado

      Del Mar

      El Cajon

      Encinitas

      Escondido

      Imperial Beach

      La Jolla

      La Mesa

      La Presa

      Lemon Grove

      Mira Mesa

      Miramar

      National City

      Ocean Beach

      Oceanside

      Pacific Beach

      Poway

      Rancho Bernardo

      Rancho Penasquitos

      Rancho San Diego

      Rancho Santa Fe

      San Isidro

      San Marcos

      Santee

      Solana Beach

      Spring Valley

      Tierrasanta

      Vista

      San Francisco

      Acampo

      Alba

      Armstrong

      Atlanta

      Banta

      Carbona

      Collierville

      Country Club

      French Camp

      Garden Acres

      Gills

      Holt

      Kennedy

      Lathrop

      Lincoln Village

      Linden

      Lockeford

      Lodi

      Lyoth

      Manteca

      Morada

      Ripon

      Stockton

      Taft Mosswood

      Vernalis

      Victor

      Youngstown

      Atherton

      Belmont

      Brisbane

      Broadmoor

      Burlingame

      Colma

      Daly City

      East Palo Alto

      El Granada

      Emerald Hills

      Foster City

      Half Moon Bay

      Highlands-Baywood Park

      Hillsborough

      Ladera

      Menlo Park

      Millbrae

      Miramar

      Montara

      Moss Beach

      North Fair Oaks

      Pacifica

      Portola Valley

      Redwood City

      San Bruno

      San Carlos

      San Mateo

      South San Francisco

      Woodside

      Alum Rock

      Burbank

      Cambrian Park

      Campbell

      Cupertino

      East Foothills

      Evergreen

      Fruitdale

      Gilroy

      Los Altos

      Los Altos Hills

      Los Gatos

      Loyola

      Milpitas

      Monte Sereno

      Morgan Hill

      Mountain View

      San Jose

      Santa Clara

      Saratoga

      Sunnyvale

      Amesti

      Aptos

      Aptos Hills-Larkin Valley

      Ben Lomond

      Boulder Creek

      Capitola

      Corralitos

      Day Valey

      Felton

      Freedom

      Interlaken

      La Selva Beach

      Live Oak

      Pleasure Point

      Rio del Mar

      Soquel

      Twin Lakes

      Watsonville

      Bret Harte

      Bystrom

      Ceres

      Chemurgic

      Claribel

      Del Rio

      Denair

      Empire

      Hickman

      Hughson

      Keyes

      Oakdale

      Patterson

      Riverbank

      Riverdale Park

      Salida

      Turlock

      Waterford

      West Modesto

      Cairns Corner

      Cutler

      Dinuba

      Exeter

      Farmersville

      Goshen

      Lindsay

      Loma

      Lort

      Matchin

      Merrymen

      Mid-Valley

      Orosi

      Paige

      Poplar-Cotton Center

      Porterville

      Swall

      Tagus

      Tipton

      Tonyville

      Tulare

      VIsalia

      Venida

      Woodlake

      Woodville

      Yokohl Valley

      Camarillo

      Moorpark

      Newbury Park

      Oak Park

      Oxnard

      Port Hueneme

      Simi Valley

      Thousand Oaks

      Ventura

      Davis

      Woodland

      Yolo

      Autism Services in California

      These are the technical names for the services we offer. Above all, we want you to know we use proven, scientific therapies that are customized to your child and your family. Note that services may differ by region and clinician. Please contact us to determine which services are best suited for your child.

      Center-based ABA services allow your child to learn a variety of skills in a structured environment. This setting enables generalization of skills in a less familiar environment.

      Home-based ABA services allow teaching to occur in the child’s natural environment and incorporates learning within the child’s natural routine

      Research indicates that early, high intensity intervention, often birth to five years old may have the best outcomes for improving your child’s development.

      If your child needs a diagnosis, we’ll connect you with a diagnostician near you who can conduct an evaluation and provide you with all the documents that will be needed to move forward.

      It has been proven that parents who are actively involved in their child’s therapy often see more progress in their children. Our clinical team is trained to build success for the entire family unit.

      Speech therapy assessments, consultations, and sessions include articulation, fluency, delayed language development, auditory and language processing disorders, and more.

      Achievement in the domain of social interaction greatly improves the quality of life for a learner and we place a premium on screening, assessment, and individually tailored interventions.

      Ready to move forward? Submit your information today and someone from our team will contact you soon.

      Accepted Insurance Plans in California

      We accept most insurance plans. Don’t see your insurance listed? Contact us and we’ll advocate on your behalf to make sure your child gets access to the treatment they deserve-even if it’s with another agency.

      Get Started Today!

      Frequently Asked Questions

      Do you diagnose?

      Yes. We have a licensed psychologist onsite that can diagnose children under 5 in Indianapolis.
      For children over 5, we have established community partnerships that can assist. For a list of our community partnerships, please contact our intake department at 855-295-3276 Ext. 276.

      Do you have qualified staff?

      Yes. Each ALP region employs BCBAs (Board Certified Behavior Analysts) and master’s level Supervisors who oversee all clinical operations. Additionally, our Behavior Technicians who carry out the daily treatment programs receive a comprehensive training program along with regular supervision, support and ongoing training by our senior clinical staff.

      Can I meet the staff (my Behavior Technician) before my child’s treatment begins?

      Yes. Your designated clinical supervisor will review our Client Partnership Agreement with you in person and introduce you to our treatment approach. You will have the opportunity to meet the rest of your team as they work with you and become familiar with your child.

      Do you require a minimum number of hours?

      Yes. We require parents to commit to what is medically necessary for their child to make progress. Your BCBA will prescribe a level of service (number of weekly hours) based on your child’s individual needs that will most likely lead to the best opportunity for behavioral improvements.

      Do you provide school-based services?

      Yes. If it is considered medically necessary and is a service recommended by your ALP clinical staff, we can. Additionally, your insurance company must approve it and your school must approve ALP staff can be on school premises with your child.

      Do you provide services on weekends?

      Yes. We regularly provide sessions on weekends. ABA is a daily treatment program and we offer some of those hours on weekends. Before treatment begins, our client services team will inform you about the options that are available and finalize your schedule with you.

      Do you provide a blended treatment option (e.g. half in home / half in a clinic)?

      Yes. We offer a flexible service location offering for our families and will collaborate with your family and what is best for your child.

      I already have an ABA provider. Can I only enroll in Social Skills Groups with Autism Learning Partners?

      It is possible, but you will need to contact your insurance plan. Many insurance providers do not approve more than one authorization for treatment in this area. Please check with your specific provider for their rules and guidelines.

      Do I have to be present while my child is receiving services?

      In order for a child to make progress, family participation is a vital component. Your clinical team will recommend a level of participation they determine is necessary. We encourage parents to sit-in on sessions as often as they can. You are not required to participate in all ABA sessions, however, a caregiver over the age of 18 must be at home for the duration of each session. For clinic-based appointments, the child may be dropped off.

      Can my BT drive my child around, if needed?

      No. Your Behavior Technician can accompany your family for a clinically recommended trip in a family vehicle. BTs are prohibited from driving the child in any vehicle, even if a parent or guardian is present in the car.

      What Our Patients Are Saying

      These testimonials were solicited and provided by parents or guardians of former clients. The families who provided these testimonials are no longer receiving services nor affiliated with Autism Learning Partners or its subsidiaries.

      Northern & Central California Directors

      Chris Boldt
      Associate Clinical Director

      Chris Boldt, MA, BCBA

      Learn More

      Chris began working in the field of applied behavior analysis in 2012 as a behavior technician working with children diagnosed with Autism. He shortly learned this was the field he wanted to make a career out of. He completed his graduate work at California State University, Northridge, earning a Master Science in Applied Behavior Analysis degree in 2015. Since that time, he has gained experience applying behavior analytic principles in various settings including schools, center-based programs, and group parent trainings. Chris has a passion for ABA and is motivated by the positive impact he can have on the lives of others.
      Lynn Cho
      Clinical Director

      Lynn Cho, MS, BCBA

      Learn More

      Lynn started her career in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in 2010 as a Behavior Technician and immediately fell in love with this field of work. She has a master’s degree in Psychology with an emphasis in ABA and became a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in 2017. Lynn’s favorite part of her career is being able to help clients and families in need of support. She believes that effective and creative programming is necessary in making lasting change. Lynn enjoys implementing naturalistic teaching methods to help clients look forward to daily therapy sessions.
      Jenna Davis, MA, BCBA
      Clinical Director

      Jenna Davis, MS, BCBA

      Learn More

      Jenna has worked with individuals with autism and other development disabilities in the school, home, clinic, and community settings over the last 12 years. Jenna received her Master’s Degree in Psychology with an emphasis in Applied Behavior Analysis in 2013 from Perdue University Global. She became a Board Certified Behavior Analyst in 2014. Her current interests include early intervention programming for young children and providing meaningful and practical parent training services. “I am grateful to be able to work each and every day with people who are so passionate about making impactful changes in the lives of the kiddos and families we serve.“
      Cody Johns
      Associate Clinical Director

      Cody Johns, M.Ed., BCBA

      Learn More

      Cody is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) who has worked in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) for seven years. He earned his Master’s degree in ABA in 2017 and joined the ALP team later that year. Cody is passionate about bringing cutting-edge curriculums and the latest scientific advancements in ABA to the Redwood Coast community. “We are only just beginning to understand the power of love because we are just beginning to understand the weakness of force and aggression.” -B.F. Skinner, founder of applied behavior analysis
      Kristi Martinez, MA, BCBA
      Clinical Director

      Kristi Martinez, MS, BCBA

      Learn More

      Kristi started in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in 2013 as a Behavior Technician (BT). She had always worked with kids in some capacity, and only learned of ABA after her undergraduate program was completed. Once she started working one on one with children as a BT, she fell in love with the field and philosophies of ABA and decided to start a graduate program. Kristi went on to complete her Master’s Degree in Psychology with an emphasis in Applied Behavior Analysis. She worked her way up to a supervisory position and earned her board certification (BCBA) in 2016. Kristi has worked primarily with youth and adolescence (ages 18 months to 18 years) and also has some additional experience working with adult populations in group homes. She enjoys teaching others ABA and has dedicated herself to improving the quality of services delivered to our clients. Kristi also enjoys data analysis and loves looking for ways to modify programs to best fit individual’s needs.

      Southern California Directors

      Associate Clinical Director

      Rosalia Alvarado, MA, BCBA

      Learn More

      I am Rosalia “Rosy” Alvarado, Associate Clinical Director for the Central Los Angeles Region. I am a behavior analyst, I received my masters in education with an emphasis in applied behavior analysis at National University. I started my ABA journey working 1:1 with clients. I have now been in the field for 9 years. I am passionate in helping our clients and families succeed. Also, I find it extremely rewarding to mentor supervisors and help them grow within the field. As a leader, I lead with love, care, and compassion. My teams and families inspire, everyday.
      Joanne Alvarez
      Clinical Director

      Joanne Alvarez, MA, BCBA

      Learn More

      Joanne Alvarez, received her bachelor’s degree in psychology from CSUN and currently serves as the Clinical Director for Autism Learning Partners. Joanne experience includes, supervising after school playgrounds and it was through her experience working with children that she was advised to continue in the field and work with children with special needs to get a better understanding of the community. She started her career as a Behavior Therapist and she fell in love with ABA. In the 14 years that she has been in the field, she has worked as a Behavior Therapist, a Staff Trainer, a Supervisor, and now a Director. She is passionate about this field and enjoys the people she’s worked with, including colleagues and families. Joanne pursued her BCaBA and later completed a master’s program in Applied Behavior Analysis at the Chicago School of Professional Psychology where she graduated in 2014 and obtained her BCBA. Joanne is continuously learning and grateful for having an opportunity to work within her community every day.
      Kameron-Elenz-Martin
      Clinical Director

      Kameron Elenz-Martin, B.A., BCBA

      Learn More

      Kameron has been working in the field of ABA for 20 years across various settings. She started her journey working in a residential group home and on-site school setting for adolescent boys with various diagnoses. After experiencing the progress each client and student could make when given the right tools and supports, she quickly decided to make a career of working with kids with special needs. She received her M.A. degree in Special Education and Clear Teaching Credential from San Diego State University. The daily positive impact she has seen ABA make on the lives of the clients and families she serves keeps her passionately focused on continuing ALP’s mission of providing the highest level of clinical expertise to facilitate significant and sustainable improvement. Kameron is currently responsible for overseeing clinical services provided in our San Diego region.
      Jacqueline Figueroa - Autism Learning Partners Clinical Director
      Clinical Director

      Jacqueline Figueroa, BCBA

      Learn More

      Jacqueline Figueroa is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) who has worked in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) for 20 years. She joined ALP in 2018 and earned her Master’s degree in Education, Applied Behavior Analysis from Arizona State University (ASU). She serves as the Clinical Director where she oversees staff who provide ABA services in the home, in schools and in a clinic setting. Jacqueline values her colleagues and provides coaching to her team to meet individual staff and agency goals and maintains high expectations for providing quality services by creating organizational systems to ensure client progress. She is leading the way to build strong future BCBA's through the BCBA mentorship program in the SGV region. She continues work towards building relationships within the San Gabriel Valley community.
      Associate Clinical Director

      Samantha Gonzalez, MS, BCBA

      Learn More

      Samantha has worked in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) since 2014. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Master of Science in Counseling with an emphasis in Applied Behavior Analysis, both from California State University, Los Angeles. She has experience working in clinic, home and school settings. Her areas of expertise are early intervention programs, toilet training, and severe challenging behaviors. Samantha began her career at ALP in August 2018 as a supervisor and stepped into the role of a Senior Behavior Analyst in April 2019 and then Director of the Gateway Region in March of 2022. Mentoring and teaching are her true passion to ensure that quality services are being provided to as many individuals as possible. "Being part of the growth and change in not only a client's life but a family, is the highest reinforcement, but to be part of the growth and development of another clinician who is going to go out in the world and change so many lives is what I believe to be my true purpose."
      Dolores Grajeda, MA, BCBA, LMFT
      Clinical Director

      Dolores Grajeda, MA, BCBA, LMFT

      Learn More

      Dolores Grajeda MA, BCBA, LMFT (#87286) entered the world of ABA in 2001; while she completed her BA in Psychology/Sociology from the University of California, Riverside. Dolores earned her MA in Marriage and Family Therapy in 2010 from Chapman University. She then took a break from ABA to work with families and youth in the mental health field. However, missed working within the ABA field and returned 2 years later and earned her BCBA in November 2014. Shortly after, she also earned her license in Marriage and Family therapy in 2015. Dolores’ background in both counseling and ABA is a strength as it adds a different perspective when working with families and clients. Her area of expertise if working with challenging family dynamics and the nonverbal population.

      “I have always known that I wanted to help families and their children. When I was introduced to ABA, I immediately fell in love with the field. To me, it is a perfect combination of psychology, education and science. It amazes me every day that we are able to change lives and help others through our science. I consider myself lucky to wake up and get to do what I love every day.”

      Michelle Jesolva, MSW, BCBA
      Clinical Director

      Michelle Jesolva, MSW, BCBA

      Learn More

      Michelle “Shelli” Jesolva graduated from California State University, Sacramento with a Masters in Social Work and completed her BCBA coursework from Florida Institute of Technology. She has worked in the field of ABA for 9 years, specifically in Orange County. Shelli’s primary role is to facilitate the implementation of high quality ABA services by training staff and collaborating with our BCBAs, RBTs and BT’s.
      “It is a great honor to work with our clients and families. I value the trust they put in us to help their children reach their potential. Seeing the changes and growth with each person is so rewarding; this includes our staff at ALP. I take great pride in the work our team does daily, and the dedication they show our clients and families continues to astound me.”
      Clinical Director

      Crystal Lucatero, MS, BCBA

      Learn More

      Crystal has been working in the field of ABA for the last ten years, she holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from UC Riverside, and a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology: Marriage and Family Therapy from California Baptist University. Crystal fell in love with the field of ABA early on as a Behavior Technician and eventually switched career goals to become a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She has been a part of the ALP IE team since 2013, where she leads with compassion and support and with the ultimate goal of providing the best level of care for the families we serve. Crystal is passionate about mentoring and developing the clinical skills of Behavior Technicians, Clinical Supervisors, and aspiring BCBAs. She strives to uphold ALP’s mission statement and core values in her everyday work.
      Clinical Director

      Jeannie Morrison, MA, BCBA

      Learn More

      Jeannie Morrison, M.A., BCBA, received her Master of Art degree from Biola University and completed her BCBA coursework from Florida Institute of Technology. Jeannie has been working in the field of ABA for the last 17 years. Jeannie started working at CLC in April 2007. She started her career as a Behavior Technician and has held multiple supervisor roles over the past 14 years at CLC. She has years of experience with working with infants to young adults with diverse diagnosis. She is passionate about interdisciplinary comprehensive treatment approach to therapy and about contributing to the growth and development of individuals with special needs. Jeannie’s primary role is to facilitate the implementation of high-quality ABA services by training staff and collaborating with our BCBAs, Program Managers, RBTs and BT’s.
      Anh Nguyen, MA, BCBA
      Clinical Director

      Anh Nguyen, MA, BCBA

      Learn More

      Anh Nguyen, MA, BCBA received her Bachelors of Art in Psychology from the University of California at Los Angeles and her Masters of Art in Counseling from Loyola Marymount University. Anh has been working in the field of ABA for the last 10 years. She first got into the field because her nephew was diagnosed with Autism and was receiving early start services. She previously held direct service provider, parent trainer, and case supervisor positions. She is passionate about social skills group and providing mentorship for upcoming Program Supervisors.“The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched. They must be felt with the heart.” –Helen Keller
      Associate Clinical Director

      Robin L Palm, MS, BCBA

      Learn More

      Robin Palm is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst with over 20 years of experience working with children with autism and other developmental disabilities. She has been working with Autism Learning Partners for over 15 years. Her passions include developing social skills groups, school consultation and working with IEP teams to help students access the curriculum as well as collaborating with parents to best support their family’s needs. In her role as Associate Clinical Director, she oversees program managers and behavior technicians in their work with children and families in the San Fernando Valley and Santa Clarita Valley areas.
      Clinical Director

      Gina Shim, MS, BCBA

      Learn More

      Gina Shim is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and an Associate Clinical Director at ALP. She has her bachelor’s degree in Child Development from CSU, Stanislaus and a masters degree in Psychology with an emphasis in Applied Behavior Analysis from CSU, Los Angeles. She also has over 10 years of experience working with individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities. Her expertise includes early intervention, behavior management, parent education, school consultation, and clinical supervision.
      Clinical Director

      Lysa Snowden, MS, BCBA

      Learn More

      Lysa has worked with individuals with Autism for the past 20 years. Her experience ranges from toddlers to adults with disabilities and from structured programs to naturalistic teaching programs. She has developed and overseen discrete trial therapy as well , pivotal response training, and positive behavior support programs across home, community and school settings. Lysa’s passion is parent education as well as staff training. “I feel truly fortunate to have a career where I inspire people to get involved in the cause for Autism and where I can help improve the quality of life for my clients and their families.”
      Tanya Vanillo, MS, BCBA
      Clinical Director

      Tanya Vanillo, MS, BCBA

      Learn More

      Tanya has developed and implemented socialization and generalization groups for children in all age ranges (2-18). She enjoys working with the older adolescent population and designs and implements individualistic programs for adolescents transitioning into adulthood concentrating on independent living. “I can’t imagine doing anything else in life. It’s truly amazing to see what strong families can accomplish and see the full potential of these kids. Knowing I am a part of this journey for families is truly incredible”
      Bianca Uriarte, MA, BCBA
      Associate Clinical Director

      Bianca Uriarte, MA, BCBA

      Learn More

      Bianca Uriarte is the Associate Clinical Director for the Murrieta region. Bianca has been working for ALP since 2014. Bianca considers her colleagues as family and enjoys working in a supportive and dedicated environment. Bianca has been working with families the Inland Empire for several years. Bianca is thrilled to open a separate region for Murrieta and provide support to underserved families in this area. Bianca is driven by passion. Seeing progress with the children and the families she works with is what motivates Bianca.