Children's Learning Connection - West Orange County Clinic
Speech Therapy, ABA Therapy, Early Intervention
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Address:| Orange County, CA
92649
Rating: 3.52
(30 reviews)
Insurances:
Health Net,
MultiPlan,
Aetna,
Anthem Blue Cross,
Beacon Health,
CalOptima,
Cigna,
Kaiser Permanente,
Managed Health Network (MHN),
Molina Healthcare,
Tricare,
Beech Street,
Evolutions Healthcare Systems,
First Health (Coventry Health Care),
Fortified Provider Network,
Galaxy Health,
The Holman Group,
Magellan Health,
National Preferred Provider Network,
Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN),
TLC advantage,
Optum Health / United Behavioral Health,
UniversalCare,
Ages Served:
No info provided
Care Settings:
In-home,
In-clinic,
Virtual,
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About Children's Learning Connection - West Orange County Clinic
Children's Learning Connection of Orange County CA, offers Speech therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy and ABA therapy and Social Skills for children.;Serves all of Orange County.
Mary’s background in family therapy combined with her years of experience in Applied Behavior Analysis helps her appreciate the child’s role as part of a family system, which she utilizes to promote functional and sustainable change for her clients. Her current interests include social skills treatment, interdisciplinary collaboration, and CLC program develo
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English
Spanish
Vietnamese
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Health Net
MultiPlan
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CA,92649
Get in Contact
(714) 965-2324
info@childrenslearningconnection.com
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Never returned calls I called 2-3 times for the past 3 weeks and leave a message and tell the person who picks up the phone the first that Ive been calling and leaving a message for my sons referral then they transfer me to a voicemail. Thankfully we have a PPO plan and Im finding somewhere else.
Catherine Gasco
12 May 2024
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I love this place. My son has spent the last year getting services at this location. I cant say enough great things about Ms. Marisol and Ms. Janet both...
Maggie V.
04 April 2024
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All staff at Children Learning Connection are very professional and eager to help you and your child.The supervisors are very supportive throughout your...
Nora N.
13 March 2024
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Norma Tiller
12 October 2023
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I was referred to here from my pediatrician and Ive called for weeks to get an evaluation appointment. Someone picks up the phone and transfers me to...
Catherine G.
08 November 2022
google review
Our son was receiving services but then was suddenly dropped after his speech therapist went away on maternity leave. We thought hed get a new therapist and were very understanding of his old therapists situation but we kept waiting and then got a call that the new therapist wasnt certified yet and couldnt proceed. That we should look for somewhere else. We did and looked around and got new referrals and information from his pediatrician but it seems like everyone has either lost services or isnt accepting our insurance. You can see where its starting to get frustrating. I decided to call the facility to follow up as they said I could in our last conversation and left a message and got no return phone call. Now its hard to reach them to at least get my sons records to take with us so we can better explain to whichever new facility can take him.
Yessenia Contreras
12 May 2022
google review
Wonderful therapists and analysts who are dedicated to the cause of every single child and family with whom they work. I recommend working with them at any branch in the Orange County area due to personal experience and Im sure any other location meets the same high level of professionalism and care.
Emily Tando
12 May 2021
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JaneA
12 May 2020
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Konstantin Chigrin
12 May 2019
google review
CLC is an amazing place with therapists that have solid hearts. They have helped us move forward with help for my daughters delays. But I give them three stars because they really get upset when you miss sessions over things like doctor visits sick days etc. They threaten to kick you out of the agency because of certain policies. PROS AND CONS. But this place definately has places that need improvement.
Angel Solis
12 May 2018
google review
Good therapist however the administrative side is awful
Claudia Soto
12 May 2018
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Konstantin and Rica Chigrin
12 May 2018
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Froma Nly
12 May 2018
Frequently Asked Questions
Speech therapy is almost always recommended for autistic children since many people with autism have difficulty with social communication. Even if a child is very verbal and says a lot of words, they might need to work on communication skills like:
responding to questions
starting or ending conversation
changing conversation topics
using gestures like pointing
understanding other people's body language
Speech therapy is a big focus in early intervention for autistic children and is usually the starting place for recently diagnosed kids. There is a critical period in the brain for language development and so, it's really important to teach language and communication skills as early as possible, especially if there are any delays in that area. Your child will learn effective ways to communicate which will help them grow into more independent and confident individuals.
It might be obvious when a child struggles with speaking —they are very quiet, say only a few words, or don't speak at all.
Spot speech and language delays like a doctor here.
The goal of speech therapy is to help your child communicate effectively with other people across all environments. This may take the form of using gestures, simple signs, verbal speech, and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).
Some other common things speech therapists can help with:
Nonverbal skills, such as signs or gestures
Forming speech in a clearer way
Communicating thoughts and feelings clearly
Understanding and responding to questions
Discerning facial expressions and their corresponding emotions
Noticing and understanding body language
Feeding and swallowing
Stuttering
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a therapy rooted in the science of learning and behavior. Using principles of ABA, children and adults can learn to improve their communication skills, social skills, and daily living skills while also addressing problematic or challenging behaviors. The primary goal of ABA therapy is to teach helpful skills that promote independence and reduce harmful behaviors. Here's our complete guide to everything you need to know about ABA therapy.
It's a big decision to make for your family! Applied behavior analysis (ABA) seeks to improve communication skills, introduce productive habits, and reduce harmful behaviors. Watch out for ABA providers who look to "cure" autism.
High quality ABA therapy does exist where the goal is not to “fix” children, make them appear “less autistic”, or change who they are. The goal is to help people learn all that they can so they can live to their potential while embracing their unique, individual personality traits. Here's our complete guide to start and end ABA therapy.
ABA is usually covered by insurance if you have an autism diagnosis. Autism is typically the only diagnosis insurance will authorize for ABA services since its benefits have been researched extensively.
Always check with your specific insurance plan to confirm that ABA is covered for your child’s diagnoses and that the provider you are seeking care at is in-network. Here's our complete guide to everything you need to know about ABA therapy.
“Early Intervention” might be the provider’s way of describing services that they provide to babies or young children. However, it might also indicate that the provider is a vendor for your state’s publicly funded program. This means the services with this provider might be covered by your state!
The first step in accessing these free services from your state is to get an evaluation. The evaluation will help the state determine what services your child qualifies for, if any. You can find your state’s local EI program by clicking here.
When you contact your local center, say “I have concerns about my child’s development and I would like to have my child evaluated to find out if they are eligible for early intervention services.” They will ask screening questions and arrange for an evaluation, which is provided for free.
Here are a few alternative options to consider:
Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT): CBT helps by identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It's useful for those dealing with social anxiety or difficulties. CBT addresses cognitive patterns and provides strategies to manage social challenges.
Group therapy: Group therapy offers a supportive space where individuals can practice social skills. They can feedback from peers and a therapist. It allows interaction with others who understand and learn from each other.
Play-based interventions: Play therapy or play-based interventions work well for younger children or those who learn through experiences. Play activities target specific social skills like turn-taking and problem-solving in a safe and engaging setting.
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