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Best ABA Therapy Providers in La Jolla, CA (2026)

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

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in La Jolla: ACES ABA - Autism Therapy Center, RP Score 71/100; 4.1★ from 44 Google reviews; open Saturdays until 5 PM.

  2. 2

    Most-reviewed: Cortica San Diego, 86 Google reviews at 4.6★, the most of 38 ranked; ranked #2.

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

38 La Jolla ABA therapy providers are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 16 open Saturdays and 2 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 38 rated practices.

Most of this list also appears on the ABA therapy providers in San Diego ranking. See ABA therapy providers in San Diego

Top 10 ABA therapy providers in La Jolla 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 La Jolla at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1ACES ABA - Autism Therapy Center714.1★ (44)San Diego, 9 mi awaySat · EveningsOverall
2Cortica San Diego714.6★ (86)San Diego, 6 mi awayEveningsMost reviews
3ACES ABA - Autism Therapy Center695.0★ (20)San Diego, 15 mi awaySat · Evenings—
4Intercare Therapy695.0★ (3)San Diego, 10 mi awaySat · Evenings—
5Superstar ABA Therapy Center695.0★ (7)El Cajon, 18 mi awaySat · Sun—
6Growth Mindset ABA LLC695.0★ (7)Vista, 13 mi awaySat · Evenings—
7ACES ABA - Autism Therapy Center684.6★ (25)El Cajon, 17 mi awaySat · Evenings—
8Kyo Autism Therapy684.7★ (17)San Diego, 10 mi awayEvenings—
9ABS Kids ABA Therapy Center675.0★ (7)San Diego, 9 mi away——
10ACES ABA - Autism Therapy Center663.9★ (25)Chula Vista, 18 mi awaySat · Evenings—

The 38 best ABA therapy providers in La Jolla, 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.

Scores below: based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

  2. #2 Cortica San Diego

    Based in San Diego, 6 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Applied behavior analysis therapist”, 4.6★ from 86 Google reviews.

    • 4.6★ from 86 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    6160 Cornerstone Ct E #100, San Diego, CA 92121
    View profile for Cortica San Diego(858) 304-6440

  4. #4 Intercare Therapy

    Based in San Diego, 10 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Applied behavior analysis therapist”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    3003 Fourth Ave, San Diego, CA 92103
    View profile for Intercare Therapy(888) 428-3223

  8. #8 Kyo Autism Therapy

    Based in San Diego, 10 mi away

    68/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Applied behavior analysis therapist”, 4.7★ from 17 Google reviews.

    • 4.7★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2525 Camino del Rio S #335, San Diego, CA 92108
    View profile for Kyo Autism Therapy(877) 264-6747

  13. #13 Dedicated Healthcare

    Based in Vista, 24 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Applied behavior analysis therapist”, 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews.

    • 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–8 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    707 Civic Center Dr Ste 202, Vista, CA 92084
    View profile for Dedicated Healthcare(206) 539-9886

  15. #15 Maiden's Embrace

    Based in Poway, 13 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Applied behavior analysis therapist”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    View profile for Maiden's Embrace(858) 269-5539

  18. #18 Cortica Carlsbad

    Based in Carlsbad, 20 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Applied behavior analysis therapist”, 4.4★ from 52 Google reviews.

    • 4.4★ from 52 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    5870 El Camino Real Suite 101, Carlsbad, CA 92008
    View profile for Cortica Carlsbad(760) 539-5818

  19. #19 CAPSIPAT

    Based in San Diego, 6 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews, 6 mi from La Jolla.

    • 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    5222 Balboa Ave, San Diego, CA 92117
    View profile for CAPSIPAT+525554048990

  25. #25 In STEPPS

    Based in Oceanside, 25 mi away

    60/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Applied behavior analysis therapist”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    4055 Oceanside Blvd Ste T, Oceanside, CA 92056
    View profile for In STEPPS(949) 474-1493

How we ranked La Jolla ABA therapy providers

We scored 38 La Jolla 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 La Jolla 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 La Jolla: frequently asked questions

Who is the best ABA therapy provider in La Jolla?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked ABA therapy provider in La Jolla, CA is ACES ABA - Autism Therapy Center with an RP Score of 71/100. It has 4.1★ from 44 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 5 PM. Cortica San Diego (#2) and ACES ABA - Autism Therapy Center (#3) follow. We ranked 38 ABA therapy providers on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many ABA therapy providers are there in La Jolla?

RankedPsychologists ranks 38 ABA therapy providers serving La Jolla, CA. 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 La Jolla work on weekends?

16 of 38 ranked ABA therapy providers post Saturday hours and 2 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are ACES ABA - Autism Therapy Center (#1), ACES ABA - Autism Therapy Center (#3) and Intercare Therapy (#4). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do La Jolla ABA therapy providers have?

The median Google rating among 38 rated ABA therapy providers in La Jolla is 4.8★, with a median of 7 reviews. Cortica San Diego has the most, 86 reviews, and ranks #2. 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 La Jolla count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the La Jolla 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 La Jolla 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 La Jolla

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 38 ABA therapy providers serving La Jolla.

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