Rounded corners and shapes ensure a safe and welcoming environment.Soft color themes have a calming effect for children with ASD, rather than the traditional bright colors seen at pediatric healthcare centers.Here are some of the design details that create a safe and comforting building for your child: Education assistance is available, including the Families and Schools Together (FAST) at CHOC Program, in partnership with Chapman University, to assist with IEPs in coordination with your clinical team, connect you with resources within your child’s school system and maximize their educational opportunities.įrom the very beginning, every aspect of the center was considered through the eyes of a child with ASD and the experience of their family.

Our research studies and clinical trials look to transform the future of ASD, provide a better understanding of ASD and other neurodevelopmental differences, and bring the newest findings to families in the region.

We also provide toilet training and parent training, to help parents with skills to support their child’s behavior at home and in the community.

Our customized evidence-based treatment plans include behavioral therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy.They will connect you with resources and community programs, and work with you on a transition plan as your child nears adulthood, including education, work plans, college or secondary school, and legal consultations. Personal service coordinators are here to help you every step of the way.Our highly trained clinical team includes pediatric neurologists, psychiatrists, psychologists, developmental behavior pediatricians, occupational therapists, speech language pathologists, applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapists, child life specialists, social workers, nurses and more.Everything is available under one roof, providing a medical home for your child. Support groups for parents, grandparents and siblings offer a place for families to support each other and learn everyday tips on how to juggle doctors, school, work and family life. We offer a true family-centered approach.

Our goal is to help children reach their maximum potential, no matter what that looks like for each child, in a supportive environment that cares for the whole family.

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