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Best ABA Therapy Providers in Apple Valley, CA (2026)

32 ABA therapy providers ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Apple Valley: Dream Big Children’s Center, RP Score 76/100; 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews.

  2. 21

    Most-reviewed: ABS Kids ABA Therapy Center, 38 Google reviews at 3.2★, the most of 32 ranked; ranked #21.

Rankings can't be bought. Psychologists can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

32 Apple Valley ABA therapy providers are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 11 open Saturdays and 2 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.5★ across 32 rated practices.

Top 10 ABA therapy providers in Apple Valley at a glance

Ranked by the RP Score from public listing data, not by treatment outcomes; Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank.

Top 10 ABA therapy providers in Apple Valley at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Dream Big Children’s Center764.6★ (9)Apple Valley—Overall
2360 Behavioral Health714.6★ (20)Apple Valley——
3Bright Path ABA and Tutoring695.0★ (4)Adelanto, 7 mi awaySat—
4Accel Therapies - ABA Therapy for Kids684.5★ (15)Victorville, 6 mi away——
5Dream Big Children's Center664.1★ (9)Hesperia, 9 mi away——
6360 Human Services – Corporate Office643.5★ (10)Barstow, 29 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
7ABS Kids ABA Therapy Center625.0★ (13)San Bernardino, 31 mi awaySat · Evenings—
8Accel Therapies - ABA Therapy for Kids604.5★ (11)Victorville, 6 mi away——
9Intercare Therapy595.0★ (10)Ontario, 38 mi awaySat · Evenings—
10ABS Kids ABA Therapy Center594.6★ (16)Riverside, 40 mi awaySat · Evenings—

The 32 best ABA therapy providers in Apple Valley, ranked

Ordered by RP Score, a 0–100 score from eight published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by the RP Score from public listing data, not by treatment outcomes; Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank.

  1. Ranked #1 in Apple Valley

    #1 Dream Big Children’s Center

    Based in Apple Valley

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Applied behavior analysis therapist”, 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews
    Address
    16095 Tuscola Rd, Apple Valley, CA 92307
    View profile for Dream Big Children’s Center(800) 207-0272

  2. #2 360 Behavioral Health

    Based in Apple Valley

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Applied behavior analysis therapist”, 4.6★ from 20 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.6★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    15954 Chiwi Rd, Apple Valley, CA 92307
    View profile for 360 Behavioral Health(833) 227-3454

  5. #5 Dream Big Children's Center

    Based in Hesperia, 9 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Applied behavior analysis therapist”, 4.1★ from 9 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.1★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    9390 Hesperia Rd Ste 2, Hesperia, CA 92345
    View profile for Dream Big Children's Center(800) 207-0272

  7. #7 ABS Kids ABA Therapy Center

    Based in San Bernardino, 31 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Applied behavior analysis therapist”, 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1955 S Hunts Ln #100, San Bernardino, CA 92408
    View profile for ABS Kids ABA Therapy Center(858) 264-5858

  9. #9 Intercare Therapy

    Based in Ontario, 38 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Applied behavior analysis therapist”, 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    3450 N Centre Lake Dr Ste 175, Ontario, CA 91761
    View profile for Intercare Therapy(888) 428-3223

  10. #10 ABS Kids ABA Therapy Center

    Based in Riverside, 40 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Applied behavior analysis therapist”, 4.6★ from 16 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.6★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    2799 Gateway Dr #225, Riverside, CA 92507
    View profile for ABS Kids ABA Therapy Center(858) 264-5858

  11. #11 Elevate Behavioral Health LLC

    Based in Eastvale, 26 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Applied behavior analysis therapist”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    View profile for Elevate Behavioral Health LLC

  12. #12 The Behavior Lab

    Based in Yucaipa, 33 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Applied behavior analysis therapist”, 4.5★ from 16 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.5★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    34448 Yucaipa Blvd Ste A, Yucaipa, CA 92399
    View profile for The Behavior Lab(909) 353-7547

  14. #14 ABS Kids ABA Therapy Center

    Based in Rancho Cucamonga, 35 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Applied behavior analysis therapist”, 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    10601 Church St Ste 112, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
    View profile for ABS Kids ABA Therapy Center(858) 264-5858

  15. #15 Advanced Behavioral Specialists

    Based in Riverside, 36 mi away

    58/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Applied behavior analysis therapist”, 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–7:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1405 Spruce St Ste A, Riverside, CA 92507
    View profile for Advanced Behavioral Specialists(951) 396-6870

  16. #16 ABS Kids ABA Therapy Center

    Based in Riverside, 36 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Applied behavior analysis therapist”, 4.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1500 Iowa Ave Ste 210, Riverside, CA 92507
    View profile for ABS Kids ABA Therapy Center(858) 264-5858

  17. #17 ABS Kids ABA Therapy Center

    Based in Rancho Cucamonga, 38 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Applied behavior analysis therapist”, 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    8591 Grove Ave, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
    View profile for ABS Kids ABA Therapy Center(858) 264-5858

  19. #19 Zoi and Mind Clinics

    Based in San Bernardino, 30 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Applied behavior analysis therapist”, 2.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 2.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    437 E Carnegie Dr Suite 200, San Bernardino, CA 92408
    View profile for Zoi and Mind Clinics(800) 371-1121

  20. #20 ABS Kids Autism Diagnosis Clinic

    Based in Rancho Cucamonga, 37 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Applied behavior analysis therapist”, 4.3★ from 11 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.3★ from 11 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    10300 Fourth St Ste 240, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
    View profile for ABS Kids Autism Diagnosis Clinic(858) 264-5858

  21. #21 ABS Kids ABA Therapy Center

    Based in Rancho Cucamonga, 37 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Applied behavior analysis therapist”, 3.2★ from 38 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 3.2★ from 38 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    9600 Center Ave Ste 160, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
    View profile for ABS Kids ABA Therapy Center(858) 264-5858

  22. #22 Key Essentials to Behavior Management, Corp.

    Based in Rancho Cucamonga, 35 mi away

    55/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Applied behavior analysis therapist”, 3.1★ from 12 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 3.1★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 10 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    9333 Base Line Rd, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
    View profile for Key Essentials to Behavior Management, Corp.(909) 755-5220

All 32 ABA therapy providers

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #32, in RP Score order; each links to its profile.

ABA therapy providers in Apple Valley, ranks 26 to 32
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26360 Behavioral Health543.9★ (9)38 mi
27Autism Spectrum Therapies AST533.7★ (7)8 mi
28Autism Spectrum Therapies AST533.7★ (3)39 mi
29NeuroChamp Educational Psychology & Speech Services485.0★ (13)40 mi
30Applied Behavior Autism Center474.5★ (11)38 mi
31Center for Autism & Related Disorders463.7★ (3)30 mi
32Center For Autism Related Disorders435.0★ (3)39 mi

Also serving Apple Valley

20 more ABA therapy providers within 40 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a specialty we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked ABA therapy providers serving Apple Valley
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
360 Human Services5.0★ (1)25 mi
ABA Another Way Early Learning36 mi
Applied Behavior Consultants5.0★ (1)36 mi
Autism Learning Partners San Bernardino30 mi
Bright Minds Behavior Engineering Center5.0★ (1)36 mi
Centre for Autism Treatment8 mi
Dream Big Children's Center5.0★ (1)24 mi
Good Habits Behavioral Services37 mi
Kiddo Educational Services ABA therapy36 mi
Kiddo Educational Services ABA Therapy27 mi
Kiddo Educational Services ABA Therapy33 mi
Listen-2-Me ABA29 mi
Mass Play Center5.0★ (1)32 mi
Maxim Behavioral San Bernardino, CA Office30 mi
Morpho Behavioral Services5.0★ (1)40 mi
RAD Therapy29 mi
Simple ABA8 mi
Strive For Progress5.0★ (2)39 mi
Unity Way ABA Behavior Consultants LLC28 mi
West Coast ABA1.0★ (1)8 mi

How we ranked Apple Valley ABA therapy providers

We scored 32 Apple Valley ABA therapy providers on eight factors, weighted as shown. A practice is ranked when its specialty is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A practice with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Sponsored businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

RP Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Apple Valley data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Review volume5%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed practice on the listMeasured
Recency5%Share of Google reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability10%Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, and round-the-clock or same-day availabilityMeasured
Specialty focus25%How clearly the practice does this specialty (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity15%Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The practice has claimed its Ranked Psychologists profile (free or paid earn the same)Measured
Partnered5%The practice links to Ranked Psychologists from its own website with our badge, checked periodicallyMeasured

How to choose an ABA therapy provider

  1. Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
  2. Make sure ABA therapy is a regular part of their work, and ask what approach they use and why.
  3. Ask how many hours a week they recommend and how they set goals with the family.
  4. Ask how often a BCBA observes sessions and meets with parents.
  5. Ask about fees, insurance and the cancellation policy before the first session. In the US, if you are uninsured or paying yourself, you can ask for a good faith estimate of expected charges.
  6. Check practical fit: in-person or online sessions, evening times, and how soon they have an opening.
  7. After a few sessions, ask yourself whether you feel heard. Changing to a different provider is common and fine.

Questions to ask an ABA therapy provider

  • Are you accepting new clients, and how soon could I start?
  • Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
  • How much of your work is ABA therapy?
  • Is there a waitlist, and do you accept my insurance?
  • What do you charge per session, and do you take my insurance or provide a superbill?
  • Do you offer online sessions?
  • What is your cancellation policy?
  • What do you keep confidential, and when would you have to share information?

Terms explained

PhD / PsyD
Doctoral degrees in psychology. A PhD usually has a stronger research focus, a PsyD a stronger clinical focus; both can lead to a psychologist license.
Licensed psychologist
A person licensed by a state or provincial psychology board to practice psychology. The title is protected by law.
Psychological associate
In some states and provinces, a master’s-level practitioner licensed or registered by the psychology board, often with supervision requirements.
LPC / LMHC / LCPC
US licenses for professional or mental health counselors (the name differs by state). They provide counseling and therapy.
LCSW
Licensed clinical social worker: a master’s-level social worker licensed to provide therapy.
LMFT
Licensed marriage and family therapist: licensed to treat individuals, couples and families with a focus on relationships.
RP / RCC
Registered psychotherapist (Ontario) and registered clinical counsellor (British Columbia): Canadian titles for licensed therapy providers.
PSYPACT
An interstate agreement that lets psychologists licensed in a member state provide telepsychology to clients in other member states once they hold the required authorization.
Telehealth
Sessions held by secure video or phone instead of in person. The provider generally needs to be licensed where the client is located.
CBT
Cognitive behavioral therapy: a structured talk therapy that works on the links between thoughts, feelings and behavior.
DBT
Dialectical behavior therapy: a form of CBT that teaches skills for managing intense emotions and relationships.
ERP
Exposure and response prevention: a form of CBT used for OCD.

ABA therapy providers in Apple Valley: frequently asked questions

Who is the best ABA therapy provider in Apple Valley?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked ABA therapy provider in Apple Valley, CA is Dream Big Children’s Center with an RP Score of 76/100. It has 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews. 360 Behavioral Health (#2) and Bright Path ABA and Tutoring (#3) follow. We ranked 32 ABA therapy providers on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many ABA therapy providers are there in Apple Valley?

RankedPsychologists ranks 32 ABA therapy providers serving Apple Valley, CA. 2 of them are based in Apple Valley; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 40 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.

What should I do if I need help right now?

In crisis or thinking about suicide? Call or text 988 (US and Canada), any time. In an emergency, call 911. This site cannot help in an emergency.

Which ABA therapy providers in Apple Valley work on weekends?

11 of 32 ranked ABA therapy providers post Saturday hours and 2 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Bright Path ABA and Tutoring (#3), 360 Human Services – Corporate Office (#6) and ABS Kids ABA Therapy Center (#7). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Apple Valley ABA therapy providers have?

The median Google rating among 32 rated ABA therapy providers in Apple Valley is 4.5★, with a median of 9 reviews. ABS Kids ABA Therapy Center has the most, 38 reviews, and ranks #21. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does RankedPsychologists rank ABA therapy providers?

Each ABA therapy provider gets a 0–100 RP Score from eight published factors, led by reputation (25%), specialty focus (25%), proximity (15%) and availability (10%). A practice with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only practices with a confirmed specialty and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do ABA therapy providers outside Apple Valley count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the Apple Valley city center, our service radius for ABA therapy providers. Each listing shows where the practice is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 15% of the RP Score, so a nearby practice gets a small edge.

Can ABA therapy providers pay to rank higher on RankedPsychologists?

No. The RP Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured practices may appear above the list, labelled Sponsored and showing their honest rank.

How are aBA therapy providers in Apple Valley ranked?

Each practice gets an RP Score from 0 to 100 from 8 published factors, including its Google rating, how clearly it focuses on ABA therapy and how close it is. Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank. The score does not measure treatment outcomes.

Who provides ABA therapy?

ABA programs are designed and supervised by board certified behavior analysts (BCBA). Day-to-day sessions are often delivered by registered behavior technicians (RBT) working under that supervision. Many US health plans cover ABA for autism; the rules differ by state and plan, so ask the provider and your insurer.

Can I see an ABA therapy provider online?

Often, yes. Licensing generally follows where you are during the session, so the provider needs to be licensed or authorized there. In the US, psychologists in PSYPACT member states can offer telepsychology to clients in other member states; counselors and social workers have their own rules. In Canada, ask whether the provider is registered in your province.

What if I need help right now?

Do not wait for a consultation. Call or text 988 (US and Canada) if you are in crisis or thinking about suicide, at any time. In an emergency, call 911.

Update log for Apple Valley

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 32 ABA therapy providers serving Apple Valley.

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