ABA Therapy and the San Diego Regional Center: What Parents Should Know?

No waiting list — call today and your child can start this week. Superstar ABA Center is a center-based ABA therapy clinic in El Cajon, serving San Diego County families. We verify your Medi-Cal or insurance for free and guide you through getting started. Call (619) 310-6600 — our bilingual English and Spanish team answers 7 days a week, 7am to 11pm.

If you’re a San Diego parent exploring autism services, you may have heard about the San Diego Regional Center. Understanding how the Regional Center and ABA therapy work together can help you access the support your child needs. Here’s a clear, parent-friendly overview.

What Is the San Diego Regional Center?

The San Diego Regional Center is part of California’s statewide system of regional centers, which help individuals with developmental disabilities — including autism — access services and support. Regional centers coordinate assessments, service planning, and connections to community resources for eligible children and families.

How Does ABA Therapy Fit In?

For children with an autism diagnosis, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a core, evidence-based therapy. In California, families typically access ABA therapy in one of two ways: through their health insurance (which is required to cover medically necessary ABA for autism) or, in some situations, with support coordinated through a regional center. Many families begin with their insurance benefits, which cover ABA for most children.

Insurance vs. Regional Center: What Parents Should Know

Because California law requires most health plans and Medi-Cal to cover medically necessary ABA therapy, insurance is usually the primary pathway to services. The regional center system can be an additional resource for eligibility, coordination, and certain supports. If you’re unsure which path applies to your family, the simplest first step is to speak with an ABA provider who can help you understand your options.

Getting Started with ABA in San Diego

At Superstar ABA Therapy Center, our team helps San Diego families navigate the process — including free insurance verification — so you can start sooner. To learn more, see our guide to ABA therapy in San Diego and how insurance coverage works, or call (619) 310-6600.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to go through the Regional Center to get ABA therapy?

Not necessarily. Many California families access ABA therapy directly through their health insurance, which is required to cover medically necessary ABA for autism. A provider can help you determine the best pathway for your child.

How do I start ABA therapy in San Diego?

Contact an ABA provider like Superstar ABA Therapy Center. Our team verifies your insurance for free and guides you through intake, assessment, and scheduling. Call (619) 310-6600.

Have questions about accessing ABA therapy in San Diego?

Call Superstar ABA Therapy Center at (619) 310-6600 — we’ll help you understand your options.