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Receiving an autism diagnosis as a young adult or navigating support options in adulthood can raise many questions about what help is still available and what therapy can realistically look like at this stage. Many adults and families feel uncertain as services become harder to access over time, but ABA therapy for adults can be adapted to support independence, confidence, and meaningful life goals well into adulthood.
Individuals with autism are less likely to obtain employment and move out of their parents’ house in comparison to their typically developing peers. It is difficult to find services that address teaching independence and daily living skills necessary to be successful in adulthood.
Our regional center services for adults in Orange County are geared towards teaching vocational skills that help individuals obtain jobs and be effective — and even outstanding – employees in the workplace.
Applied Behavior Analysis for adults focuses on practical, real-world skills that support independence, employment, and community involvement. Programs are personalized to reflect adult goals, preferences, and daily responsibilities.
Witness the incredible transformation as your child gains the power to express themselves confidently through ABA therapy. Improved communication skills open up a whole new world of connections and possibilities for your loved one.
Goals are geared towards teaching the individual to independently live in various housing situations.
Individualized programs are developed to teach job training skills that will provide our clients with opportunities to find and maintain employment.
The skills below focus on everyday situations that many young adults and adults encounter as they work toward greater independence. ABA strategies breaks these areas down into clear, achievable steps, helping individuals practice and build confidence in real-life settings over time.
We are here to help you with any questions you might have surrounding ABA Therapy.
Unfortunately, insurance does not cover services for children over 21 years old. You can access these services by contacting Regional Center (Regional Center of Orange CountyIntake and Assessment Department (714-796-5354)
Applied Behavior Analysis for adults focuses on practical, real-world skills that support independence, employment, and community involvement, rather than the table-based drills people often picture when they think of ABA. Programs are personalized around each person’s goals, preferences, and daily responsibilities, whether that means learning to manage money, hold a job, or live more independently. The aim is always the same: helping adults apply the skills they build in everyday, natural settings — not just in a therapy session.
Yes. While ABA is often associated with early childhood, it has been shown to be just as effective for young adults and adults, including those with a range of diagnoses. We’ve seen real, meaningful progress with our adult clients — from picking up daily living and job skills to gaining more independence and confidence navigating the community. Because programs are tailored to adult goals rather than childhood milestones, the skills taught are ones that make an immediate difference in day-to-day life.
Our adult program is designed for young adults and adults, and there’s no upper age limit — we work with individuals at whatever stage of adulthood they’re in. Many clients transition into this program around age 21, when insurance funding for ABA typically ends, but adults of any age who could benefit from support with independence, vocational, or daily living skills are welcome to reach out.
For adults, ABA-based services are generally accessed through the Regional Center rather than insurance, since most insurance plans stop covering ABA at age 21. To get started, you (or your adult child) can contact the Regional Center of Orange County’s Intake and Assessment Department directly at 714-796-5354 to request an eligibility assessment. From there, a service coordinator will work with you to develop an Individual Program Plan (IPP) that outlines the supports and services available, which is what authorizes ABA and related services. We’re happy to help guide you through this process if you have questions along the way.
Yes, vocational skills are a core part of our adult program. We work on things like completing job applications, building self-management and workplace expectations, and job training designed to help individuals become effective, confident employees. And it doesn’t stop once someone is hired: if a client has obtained a job, our therapists can provide support directly at the job site to help them build the skills needed to succeed and become more independent in the workplace.
Your involvement still matters a great deal, even as your child grows into adulthood — staying engaged in parent training, communicating with the clinical team, and reinforcing skills at home all help progress carry over into everyday life. At the same time, one of the biggest ways you can support an adult child is by giving them room to practice independence and make choices for themselves, since building confidence in real-world settings is a central goal of adult ABA. Celebrating small wins along the way, whether it’s a new skill at home, in the community, or at work, goes a long way in keeping motivation high.
Spectrum Behavioral Therapies proudly supports adults and young adults with autism throughout Orange County, with offices in Orange, Westminster, and Santa Ana. We regularly work with individuals and families in Irvine, Anaheim, Huntington Beach, Newport Beach, Costa Mesa, Garden Grove, Tustin, Fullerton, Fountain Valley, and Lake Forest, along with many surrounding communities. Wherever you’re located in Orange County, our team can help you access vocational training, independent living support, and community-based ABA services close to home.
