We have had such a great experience at Child Success for occupational therapy. Our son has been…read morecoming for about a year and we already see tremendous improvement that has given both him and us (his parents) so much confidence. Melissa specifically has been incredible. She is patient, always willing to talk to us, and even communicates with his teachers at school to ensure our son is always getting the care and support he needs. She's also extremely knowledgeable, and is able to explain the roadmap for what she is working on not only now, but in the future, and how it will help our son overcome the challenges he came in with. We are so grateful we found Child Success!

We decided to do the Kinder Prep Camp after having done the Friendship Club, and were very…read moredisappointed with the lack of compassion and accommodation for our anxious 5-year-old compared to all the other regular camps we did this summer. We received a call within an hour of him being at the camp that he was stressed and overstimulated and didn't want to participate, so he was going to need extra support to stay. This was shocking to me considering how little time he had been there, that the point of it was to help kids adjust to kindergarten, and that their ratio was 2 adults to 7 kids. They told me that he consistently improved over the course of the first day and further improved on the second day, but that it would be too costly to keep another adult there to help him. It was sad for us because he left on a high note, telling me that he'd made a friend and that he had done a better job staying in the group. He clearly felt like a success and I wish he'd been given the opportunity to continue improving, but I didn't want him to stay at a camp where the facilitators believed that he was too much for them. He successfully did a year of TK last year and several other camps this summer, some with a ratio of 1 adult to 16 kids. CSC was polite to me and pro-rated me the other days, but it was upsetting because I assumed the most expensive camp I signed up for this summer (held at a therapy location) would be the greatest success, not the one camp that had to call me about an issue. This camp may work out for kids who are already very familiar with their gym environment and don't really need that much help when they feel anxious, but if you're looking for something that will help your child if they struggle in a new environment, this does not seem like the best choice. Some camps that worked well for us this summer were Pedalheads, Compass Clinic's Friendship Island Camp, Campbell Hall's Creative Arts Camp, and Destination Science.

The client coordinator Lisa was just awful on the phone. Seemed completely disinterested, didn't…read morewant to answer questions, and seemed frustrated to answer questions as if she had already answered them before yet it was my first time calling. Completely turned me off from using their services really disappointing.

I was in the first OCD group with Tom Corboy in 1999. His unique and insightful approach to OCD…read morehelped me tremendously. He is absolutely brilliant, and I encourage you to ignore the negative reviews..as most all are people who for one reason or another never received therapy.

If you want a comprehensive ABA program, you've found it. My daughter used FirstSteps for kids both…read moreat home and at school through elementary and middle school. Their program addressed all aspects to make her successful at school, home, and the community. As parents, we were always well informed and supported. In addition to ABA therapists in the field, there is a BCBA supervising and designing each program to ensure goals and progress are met, with monthly parent/team meetings. We owe so much to FirstSteos for Kids, they truly are the best at what they do.

I can't say enough good things about this incredible center. From the moment you walk in, you're…read moregreeted with a sense of warmth, compassion, and professionalism. The facility itself is absolutely beautiful--brand new, thoughtfully designed, and full of light, color, and playfulness. You can tell that every detail was created with children in mind. What truly sets this place apart, though, is the staff. Each team member is genuinely caring and deeply committed to supporting the individual needs of every child. They take the time to get to know each child personally--how they learn best, what makes them feel safe, and what brings them joy. That personal attention makes all the difference. The environment is lively, secure, and thoughtfully stimulating. Children have the opportunity to enjoy a wide variety of sensory activities, arts and crafts, engaging toys, and plenty of chances to play and connect with their peers. It's a space where kids are free to learn, develop, and authentically express who they are.

I was so nervous to start services here because there were no reviews! It's been over a year and my…read moreson's progress has been AMAZING! Dr. Jacobs is so invested and really cares about the kids he works with. We started just after my son turned 4 and I wish we had done it earlier. When we started, my son would still throw tantrums and throw himself to the ground when he didn't get his way. He was not potty trained, could not answer simple questions and couldn't even listen (pay attention) to a book/storytime. He wouldn't look when crossing driveways or parking lots and would bang his head on things. Now, he can answer questions, have conversations with peers, get dressed & use the restroom by himself and understand SO many other things! Dr. Jacobs taught him a lot of functional language and we've seen a huge improvement in language skills and answering basic questions. We still have a long way to go, but this type of care is all about consistency. It's not a boot camp quick fix, but more about creating better habits long term. There were sometimes I was really skeptical in the beginning, but we trusted and went with the program and it really does work. We have had incredible success! I am so grateful we found Dr. Jacobs because I know that we would not have made this much progress anywhere else. He has been there for us in a way no other provider has. For anyone who is on the fence, this ABA therapy company is incredible. If you're dealing with challenging behaviors from your kids, getting support and guidance from a professional is life changing! Especially if you have a kiddo on the spectrum, don't wait. Start as soon as possible so they can be less frustrated. (And you too!) PS: I also recommend parent trainings if you come across any because it really helps understand how ABA works and what to do in different situations. It really helped things "click" for me to learn the basic functions of behavior. (Sensory, Escape, Attention & Tangible) How to ask for behaviors you want, Ex: Instead of "No running" saying "Walk." There's so many things you can do at home to help move things along like having a visual (picture) schedule and using First/Then (first clean up, then go to the park). Connect with other parents & keep learning! You got this!

From the owner: At Behavioral Interventions for Children, we provide compassionate, evidence-based ABA therapy for…read morechildren with autism, ADHD, and behavioral challenges. Our services include parent training to help caregivers reduce disruptive behaviors and promote skill-building in areas such as communication, social interaction, and daily living. We also offer toilet training as part of our services for young children developing early self-care skills. Led by Dr. Joseph Jacobs, a licensed psychologist and BCBA-D, our team creates individualized programs tailored to each child’s unique needs. We’re here to help your child grow—and to give you the tools to support them every step of the way.

The Play Group has changed my sons life! Before working with Debby, my child did not have friends…read more He had a hard time playing with the other children at recess and was usually left out. I have now noticed an amazing difference since he started attending The Play Group. He is more social and confident! For the first time, he is now being invited to play dates! I am so grateful to Debby!!!

Debby Green and The Play Group are truly AMAZING! Debby's ability to be able to create a fun and…read moresafe environment for our children to be able to express themselves openly is outstanding. My daughter has been having some social issues, and I wasn't quite sure of what to do. We were also planning on moving out of state which amplified the issues. I heard about The Play Group through a friend, and I decided to meet with Debby to see if she thought she could help us. It was the best decision I have ever made! It was amazing how quickly my daughter started opening up and became social with others. We were able to move, get my daughter in school and she is already making new friends. Thank you, Debby, for giving us this incredible gift! I don't know how to thank you enough. I highly recommend The Play Group!

This review is in regard to UCLA geriatric medicine physician Dr. C HARETTE. We were referred to…read morethis doctor after my mom was hospitalized at UCLA Santa Monica... the first appointment I could not be attend by myself as I was not well so I had the caregiver take my mom into the appointment and I was on the phone. The doctor made a huge deal that I did not come to the appointment even though I was present on the telephone throughout the entire visit. I should've known then that this wasn't going to work out. Later- here's the really bizarre thing after Dr. CHARETTE, had been my mothers doctor for several months, she seem to be doing an OK job. I wouldn't say it was outstanding., she decided to call the pharmacy that we used and then question the pharmacist if any other doctors were prescribing any medication, I was immediately alerted by the pharmacist, as I have a good relationship with them. Of course, the pharmacist told the doctor because she is a doctor, then later that week this doctor made her business to call my mother's specialists, to let them know that she was the head honcho... after these phone calls, two of the doctors would no longer speak to us so whatever transpired during these phone calls, they didn't want to get involved in. That was truly bizarre. This doctor was controlling, and it was always slightly rude to me. There was this underlying sense of pugnaciousness. I'd like to remind the reader that just because someone went to medical school does not mean they are mentally healthy. With all the bizarre things that this doctor Charette engaged in I don't think she's mentally well. I will also like to add while some people are very happy with the dementia care clinic that has nurse practitioners and they work hand-in-hand with this geriatric office that they continually tried to put my mother on hospice, my mother was walking talking and eating and her baseline was about a 4.0. she was participating in her physical therapy and she was watching television and sitting engaging most of the day, engaging with her family members and caregivers, the only problem she had was chronic urinary tract infections due to a catheter that was not needed. she then became colonized, which caused her to have chronic urinary tract infections. It's not welcome to suggest hospice to a patient that is clearly not actively dying yet hospice is abused by many health care personnel. Just because people are old doesn't mean they should be euthanized by hospice. I don't have the time or the emotional energy to deal with people like this doctor that are not helpful and not compassionate and caring with families that are dealing with the elderly.

The "front desk" answering/appointment service is the worst group I have ever dealt with-ever. I…read moremust recommend that anyone not consider using this organization as it is no good. Case in point, we were referred by a neurologist to have my wife see a psychologist with TBI experience. After 2.5 weeks, I was provided contact info with a psychologist that has ZERO experience with TBI. I tried calling UCLA Behavioral Health (301-301-2576) and again - could not get thru. They do mention a help line (424-535-2576) - which I called and complained that this UCLA organization is in a world of hurt. We'll see where it goes- I've started down another path- given up on UCLA Behavioral Health and Associates.

Nothing compares to LIVE treatment! Dr. Calvert is the best in the addiction treatment world and…read moreyou can tell within 5 minutes of working with the LIVE team that this is something special. Would recommend 10/10!