Advanced Behavioral Specialists

Advanced Behavioral Specialists We provide customized ABA therapy for children and young adults.

At Advanced Behavioral Specialists, we strive to provide individualized and high quality care for children and adults with Autism and other developmental disabilities or delays. Our mission is to promote positive interactions, for our clients, and to open their world to new opportunities and experiences. We value the implementation of evidence based interventions and strategies that focus on socia

lly significant behavior. We aim to provide client care that is family focused, collaborative, culturally aware, and ethically sound. Here at Advanced Behavioral Specialists, compassion, diversity and inclusion are welcomed and celebrated.

Parent training is one of the most powerful parts of ABA therapy, and it happens outside the clinic too! đź’› When caregive...
09/04/2026

Parent training is one of the most powerful parts of ABA therapy, and it happens outside the clinic too! đź’› When caregivers learn the same strategies their child practices in sessions, those skills get to grow everywhere, from breakfast time to bedtime.

Our team works closely with families across Riverside and San Bernardino County to build parent training right into each child's plan, so caregivers feel confident and supported every step of the way.

Read more about how parent training builds skills at home: https://f.mtr.cool/gbexu71sd3

How do we know ABA therapy is working? Progress is tracked through consistent, data-driven methods, not guesswork. Every...
08/27/2026

How do we know ABA therapy is working? Progress is tracked through consistent, data-driven methods, not guesswork. Every child's program starts with individualized goals, and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst reviews session data regularly to guide decisions along the way.

Progress looks different for every child, and that's exactly how it should be. Small wins build toward bigger milestones, and families are kept in the loop through regular meetings and progress reports.

Read more here: https://f.mtr.cool/93qly28shz

Navigating insurance for ABA therapy doesn't have to feel confusing. Medi-Cal and most private insurance plans in Califo...
08/20/2026

Navigating insurance for ABA therapy doesn't have to feel confusing. Medi-Cal and most private insurance plans in California cover medically necessary ABA therapy, but there are a few steps families should know before getting started.

Our latest post breaks down how Medi-Cal and private coverage work, what documentation is typically needed, and what to do if a claim is denied.

Read more here: https://f.mtr.cool/ozqvqdlfyj

Does your child need ABA therapy, speech therapy, or both? For many families in Riverside and the Inland Empire, the two...
08/13/2026

Does your child need ABA therapy, speech therapy, or both? For many families in Riverside and the Inland Empire, the two work best together.

ABA therapy builds communication, behavior, and social skills across everyday moments, while speech therapy focuses on articulation, language, and expressive communication. When a BCBA and speech-language pathologist coordinate, the strategies introduced in one setting get reinforced in the other, helping new skills stick.

Read more about how these therapies complement each other: https://f.mtr.cool/vozwhduigf

Communication does not pause when a therapy session ends. Small moments at home, like mealtime chats, offering choices, ...
08/06/2026

Communication does not pause when a therapy session ends. Small moments at home, like mealtime chats, offering choices, or narrating everyday routines, give children real chances to practice what they are building in ABA therapy. Every attempt counts, whether it is a word, a gesture, or reaching for something.

Explore simple ways to support communication between sessions, in our latest blog: https://f.mtr.cool/umbomazviz

⭕ Why is Circle Time important in ABA therapy?Circle time is more than gathering together—it's a structured group learni...
07/31/2026

â­• Why is Circle Time important in ABA therapy?

Circle time is more than gathering together—it's a structured group learning opportunity where children practice meaningful skills in a natural social environment.

During circle time, therapists can target individualized goals such as:

🗣️ Communication and language
đź‘€ Attending to a group activity
âś‹ Responding to their name
🪑 Remaining engaged with peers
🎯 Following group instructions
🙋 Waiting and taking turns
🤝 Social participation
đź“… Responding to calendar, weather, colors, and other educational concepts

By embedding learning into a group setting, children have opportunities to practice these skills alongside their peers, helping promote independence and generalization across environments.

At Advanced Behavioral Specialists, circle time isn't just part of the schedule—it's another opportunity for meaningful learning through engagement and collaboration. 💙

Is there a right time to start ABA therapy? Many families wonder about this, and the answer is more personal than a sing...
07/30/2026

Is there a right time to start ABA therapy? Many families wonder about this, and the answer is more personal than a single milestone or age.

Early intervention is often recommended because the early years bring rapid brain development, but a later start doesn't close the door on meaningful progress. ABA therapy is built around each child's own pace.

A Board Certified Behavior Analyst leads the initial evaluation, gathering insight into your child's strengths and needs before any plan is created. Families in Riverside and across the Inland Empire can begin with a simple conversation. Our team guides you through understanding your child's needs, verifying insurance, and scheduling an assessment.

Read the full guide here: https://f.mtr.cool/konbcsetfs

🤝 Better together.AAC stands for Augmentative and Alternative Communication.AAC includes any method of communication tha...
07/29/2026

🤝 Better together.

AAC stands for Augmentative and Alternative Communication.

AAC includes any method of communication that supports or supplements spoken language, including:
📱 Speech-generating devices
🖼️ Picture communication systems
đź“‹ Communication boards
âś‹ Signs and gestures

AAC provides individuals with another way to communicate while continuing to develop language.

Speech therapy and ABA each play unique roles in supporting communication.

🗣️ Speech Therapy focuses on assessing communication, selecting appropriate AAC systems, and developing language skills.

đź’™ ABA Therapy helps create meaningful opportunities to use those communication skills throughout everyday activities by teaching when, where, and how to communicate across environments.

When providers collaborate, children benefit from consistent strategies and greater opportunities to practice communication in meaningful ways.

Because every child deserves a way to express their wants, needs, thoughts, and ideas.

🩺 What is imaginative play?Imaginative play—also known as pretend or symbolic play—is when children explore ideas, roles...
07/27/2026

đź©ş What is imaginative play?

Imaginative play—also known as pretend or symbolic play—is when children explore ideas, roles, and everyday experiences through play. Whether they're pretending to be a doctor, chef, veterinarian, or astronaut, they're using play to interact with the world around them.

Why is imaginative play important in ABA?

In ABA therapy, imaginative play provides a natural opportunity to teach and strengthen individualized goals in a fun and meaningful way. Depending on each child's treatment plan, therapists may use pretend play to support:

đź’¬ Functional communication
🤝 Social interaction
đź‘‚ Listener responding
🧩 Flexible thinking
🎭 Functional and symbolic play
đź“ť Sequencing and daily routines
🌟 Cooperative play

Because some of the most meaningful learning happens when children are engaged in activities they enjoy. đź’™












🚀 Explore Our Clinic: The Space RoomAt Advanced Behavioral Specialists, every room has a purpose.Our clinic features 7 t...
07/24/2026

🚀 Explore Our Clinic: The Space Room

At Advanced Behavioral Specialists, every room has a purpose.

Our clinic features 7 themed therapy rooms, each thoughtfully designed to be fun, engaging, and inviting for children. While every child works on individualized goals throughout the day, each room places a special emphasis on a specific area of skill development.

Within our carefully curated program, children rotate between each room, dedicating 15 minutes per room while focusing on specified and individualized goals.

The best part.....kids get to experience each themed room! We believe children learn best when they're excited to learn. By creating themed environments that spark curiosity and imagination, we're able to make therapy both meaningful and motivating.

Because communication is more than words…it's connection. 💙

Stay tuned as we take you on a tour of all 7 themed therapy rooms and share how each one helps children build the skills they need to thrive.

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1405 Spruce Street, Suite A
Riverside, CA
92507

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 7:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 7:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 7:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 7:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 7:30pm

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+19513966870

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