Seamless Coverage: Ensuring your child’s journey with POP Therapies is supported.
We’re in-network with most insurance plans, and for families paying privately, we offer flexible options to support your child’s journey.
ABA Therapy | Our Approach
POP Therapies provides a focused and evidence-based ABA service that aligns with our core philosophy: the pursuit of progress. We understand that each child’s developmental journey is unique, which is why our ABA programs are tailored to meet the specific needs of your child. Our experienced BCBAs collaborate with you to develop strategies that enhance communication, social skills, and independence, fostering a foundation for lifelong learning and growth. With POP Therapies, you’re choosing a partner committed to the highest standards of care, ensuring your child achieves tangible progress in a supportive and engaging environment.
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Seamless Coverage: Ensuring your child’s journey with POP Therapies is supported.
We’re in-network with most insurance plans, and for families paying privately, we offer flexible options to support your child’s journey.
Our ABA Services
Nurturing Potential Wherever You Are.
Individualized Direct ABA Therapy | 1:1
Personalized support that meets your child (ages 2-6) where they are.
We focus on meaningful skills like communication, self-help, and play based learning through 1:1 therapy sessions that individualized towards your child's needs.
Parent Education + Parent Support
You don’t have to do this alone we’re here to help. Our team partners with you to share strategies that actually work at home. Learn how to respond to behaviors, support development, and build stronger connections.
Additional ABA Services
Home Routine & Independence Support
These services help families build consistency, confidence, and smoother days at home.
- Sleep Support
Support for bedtime routines, night waking, and transitions with gentle, ABA-informed strategies. - Feeding Support
Gentle guidance for picky eating, food refusal, or developing positive mealtime routines. - Toilet Training Programs
Individualized plans and in-home coaching to help your child gain toileting independence. - Morning & Bedtime Routine Coaching
Step-by-step help to create smoother transitions and set your child up for a calm start and end to the day. - Behavior Reduction for Nighttime Challenges
Targeting bedtime resistance, co-sleeping, or frequent waking with behavior-based solutions.
Social Skills & Emotional Development
These services nurture friendships, communication, and emotional regulation.
- Saturday Social Skills Group
Guided group sessions to practice sharing, turn-taking, and making friends in a structured, playful setting. - Play & Peer Interaction Groups
Small groups for practicing play, joint attention, and social interaction with peers. - Sibling Support Sessions
One-on-one or group sessions to help siblings better connect and understand their neurodivergent brother or sister. - Emotion Regulation Workshops
Teaching your child how to recognize feelings and develop age-appropriate coping tools. - Storytime with Skills (Great for ages 2–4)
A playful group that uses storytelling to model social and emotional skills like waiting, helping, and kindness. - Parent-Child Connection Sessions
Bond-building activities and guided strategies to strengthen your relationship through play and communication.
School & Educational Support
We help bridge the gap between home and school so your child can thrive in both worlds.
- School Day Integration Support (School Shadowing)
In-class support to help your child participate successfully in preschool, daycare, or early elementary settings. - IEP (Individualize Education Program) + IEE (Independent Educational Evaluation) & Classroom Planning Support (School Consultations)
We collaborate with teachers and support teams before or after IEP meetings to align strategies and advocate for your child’s needs.
We Support You From Intake To Graduation.
1. Beginning Your Journey
Connect with us for a personal conversation to understand your needs and aspirations. Our first step is always about building a relationship and truly hearing your story.
2. Personalized Pathway
Experience our caring and thorough assessment process, where we gently evaluate and craft a tailored plan that resonates with your family’s unique journey
3. Tailored For You
Let us guide you to the services that feel like home. With a compassionate approach, we’ll find the perfect match for your child’s growth and development.
4. Pursuit of Progress
Join us on a compassionate journey of continuous growth. Your child’s development is our shared mission, with supportive guidance every step of the way.
What is Early Intervention?
At POP Therapies, early intervention means more than starting services early it means starting strong. Our ABA approach provides individualized 1:1 therapy tailored to each child’s unique strengths and challenges. We focus on building essential skills through structured play, communication, and daily routines to create lasting social, academic, and behavioral progress. Families are never alone in the process our team offers consistent parent support to guide, coach, and celebrate every step alongside you. By addressing challenges early and holistically, we help children grow with confidence and connection in every environment they’re part of.
We believe in building progress from the
ground up.
Foundation for Future Learning:
Early intervention lays the vital groundwork for a child’s educational journey. By addressing developmental challenges as they first appear, we set a stable platform for future academic and social achievements, equipping children with the skills they need to navigate their world.
Enhancing Commmunication skills:
Developing communication skills early on is fundamental. Early intervention helps bridge the gap for children with autism, facilitating a better understanding of their needs and expressions. This leads to reduced frustration and a more confident engagement with their environment.
Positive Behavioral Reinforcement:
Identifying and supporting positive behaviors from a young age can dramatically alter the trajectory of a child’s development. Early intervention programs prioritize these positive behaviors, encouraging children to adopt them regularly, thereby fostering a more adaptive and proactive approach to learning and interaction.
Every child learns differently which is why we offer ABA services in the setting that fits your family best: at home, in the community, at school, or in our Irvine clinic.
In Home ABA
Growing Together: Personalized ABA in the Comfort of Your Home
POP Therapies brings compassionate, personalized ABA therapy right into your home where your child feels safest and most supported. In-home services focus on meaningful daily routines like toileting, mealtime, play, and communication, all within the natural flow of your child’s environment. This approach helps reduce behavior challenges and build functional skills where they matter most. Our team partners closely with families to model strategies, coach parents, and make everyday moments more manageable, empowering your child to succeed right where life happens.
Community Based ABA
Expanding Horizons: ABA Support in Community Settings
POP Therapies’ Community-Based ABA helps your child build real-world skills in everyday places like the grocery store, the park, the library, or on family outings. These sessions support independence, safety, and confidence in public settings by practicing routines such as walking safely near streets, waiting in lines, or ordering food. We also work on reducing challenges like elopement or overwhelm in new environments. With the guidance of our supportive team, therapy becomes an opportunity to grow beyond the clinic and thrive in the spaces that matter most to your family.
School Based ABA
Academic Allies: ABA Support for School Success
POP Therapies’ School-Based ABA offers direct support inside your child’s educational setting whether that’s preschool, public school, or private learning environments. Our therapists collaborate with teachers, aides, and school teams to help your child stay focused, participate in class, and make smooth transitions. We assist with IEP or IEE goal implementation, classroom routines, and strategies to reduce disruptive behaviors that impact learning. By blending therapeutic goals with academic expectations, we help your child build confidence and independence in the classroom and beyond.
In-Clinic ABA
A Safe Space to Learn and Grow: Center-Based Support in Irvine, CA
Our Irvine clinic provides a calm, structured setting where children can grow with support tailored to their unique needs. Designed with purposeful therapy spaces, our center helps children focus on goals like communication, play, emotional regulation, and peer connection. By minimizing home or school distractions, we offer a safe environment that supports meaningful progress. Whether your child is just beginning services or needs extra help in a specific area, our in-clinic care offers clarity, consistency, and compassionate guidance from experienced professionals.
Crafting Individualized ABA Pathways for Lifelong Growth
Expertly Personalized Programs:
At POP Therapies, we don’t just follow a set protocol; we craft ABA programs that are as individual as the children we serve. Our expert therapists bring a wealth of experience and a passion for personalized care to create an ABA plan that evolves with your child’s progress.
Continuity of Care Across Settings:
Our services extend beyond the home, offering consistent and uninterrupted support in community and school environments. With POP Therapies, transitions are smoother, and therapy gains are solidified across all contexts of your child’s life.
Commitment to Empowerment:
We’re not just therapists; we’re advocates for your child’s independence and advocates for your family’s journey. Our goal is to equip you with strategies and skills that foster long-term growth and resilience, empowering you to continue reinforcing progress outside of therapy sessions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Autism, or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects social interaction, communication, and behavior. It is a spectrum, meaning individuals with autism can have a wide range of strengths and challenges.
The exact cause of autism is still unknown, but it is believed to involve a combination of genetic and environmental factors.
It is best to discuss your concerns with your pediatrician. From there, your pediatrician may refer you to a specialist for various screenings. Specifically for an autism screening, it is typically performed by a neurologist, psychologist, or pediatric specialist.
This is still widely debated amongst pediatricians and specialists. In general, kids can begin receiving diagnoses as young as 12 months, but we typically see toddlers receiving diagnoses between the 18-30 month mark. The earlier your child receives a diagnosis and begins to get the help they need, the better. Early intervention is key to bridging the gaps in learning. If you’re being told to wait and it doesn’t seem right to you, go with your gut and get a second opinion. You know your child better than anyone!
The autism spectrum represents the range of challenges and strengths that individuals with autism may have. It includes a diverse group of people with varying degrees of impairment and abilities.
Therapies may include Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), early intervention (if under 3), speech therapy, occupational therapy, sensory integration therapy, physical therapy, and social skills groups or camps. The specific therapy depends on the individual’s needs.
It can be overwhelming to know where to start once your child has received a diagnosis. Peer reviewed and researched based approaches are going to give your child the best outcomes. That’s why on most diagnostic paperwork, there will be recommendations from your specialist as to which therapist to start with. If ABA is a therapeutic approach you’d like to begin, you have 2 avenues you can take: 1. reach out to your insurance company and ask them which ABA company is within your network or, 2. reach out directly to ABA agencies to see if they accept your insurance. Make sure to ask about waitlist times as well. POP accepts most major insurances such as CalOptima, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna, Tricare, and Optum.
Here at POP we strongly believe in a multidisciplinary approach. We work closely with your child’s speech therapist, occupational therapist, physical therapist, physician, psychologist, and/or neurologist to ensure your child’s best outcome. We’ve seen how successful our clients can be when everyone is on the same page.
Ready to unlock your child’s potential with a plan designed just for them?
Our dedicated team at POP Therapies is eager to collaborate with you and craft a path to success that’s as unique as your child.
Begin a transformative journey with our personalized ABA strategies and watch your child thrive.
