100% parent recommended-My son has been attending this program for a few months. I've seen…read moremarvelous improvement in his speech delay and behavior. For any parent who is struggling to find a supportive team to aid your child in addressing behavior, go to ACES!! They will not disappoint!! Stephanie C.

Inquired for the program and have my son assessed. Started the program in September and already…read moreseeing progress..I like that it cover many aspect in one's development, not only neurological side.

From the owner: The Brain Balance Program® is a research-based, holistic brain health program that addresses the…read moreroot causes behind behavioral, social, and cognitive challenges (i.e. ADHD, anxiety, autism, dyslexia, regulation, sensory processing, memory, performance, etc.). Our personalized program incorporates proven cognitive, behavioral, and nutrition methods--an integrated approach that is literally redefining what's possible for kids, teens, and adults. In-Person or Virtual (Remote) Program available to service local, national, and international families. Centers in San Diego, Chula Vista, and Encinitas. Schedule a free consultation today!

I do not recommend this ABA agency. There is very poor communication with parents from the manager…read more The owner promised to find staff at the start of services but couldn't find a single technician after two months for the San Diego South area. Then, they requested that we change insurance for my kids in order to keep services, but without behavior technicians. They also failed to maintain services until we fully transitioned to a new company. I am very frustrated with this company. Don't waste your time because they lack professionalism and fail to fulfill the basics.

Well, what can I say about ABAcus? Probably too many amazing things to fit in this review. But…read moremaybe I can express how much they have helped my family and I know they can help yours too. Our ASD Story: We have a now 3 1/2 year old who was diagnosed Autism a little after his 2nd birthday. And of course being first time parents we were totally overwhelmed and scared about our new path that we were being placed on. As many of you who are going through the evaluation process it is hard on the parents. This was the same for us. Not knowing how to decide what services to use, or methods to implore left us feeling extremely underqualified as parents. We didn't know what to do or who to turn to. Luckily San Diego County does have very good recourses for those effected by developmental differences. After diagnosis through the San Diego County Regional Center system we were assigned to the ABAcus team as our service providers. Boy can I tell you this was the best thing that could have happened to our family. When we first meet the wonderful folks at ABAcus my sweet boy seemed to lost in his own world. He would not respond to his name, make eye contact, and had lost any language that he had learned in the first few months of his life, just to name a few of his quirks. But when we look at my boy now I am truly amazed by his accomplishments and growth. He now will make and maintain eye contact (even if it's only a few seconds - progress is progress), will respond to his name, and is growing his language every day. And I mean every day - We do ABA Mon-Fri. NONE of this would have been possible without ABAcus. We have two service providers and a supervisor that regularly work with my kiddo, and let me you how amazing they are. They are patient yet firm. They are ALWAYS evaluating his goals to make sure that he is getting as much out of our time together as possible, and it shows. I can tell that they really care about my son and my family. Not only to they care about my son's growth and progress, they also take the time to help us learn the skills we need to help our son succeed. If you are looking for an ABA provider you should definitely give ABAcus a try. They have given us back the ray of light and for that I cannot ever really express how grateful I am for ABAcus, and the folks make it as amazing at it is....

I've been taking an etiquette program at LLUXXAL with some in-person classes, and it's been a great…read moreexperience! Alla is truly amazing and caring--she's knowledgeable, naturally refined, and genuinely practices what she teaches, which makes each lesson feel authentic and insightful. The office decor is also welcoming and inviting! Throughout the program, I've learned so many useful tips that I can easily apply in my daily life, making etiquette feel effortless and practical. I'm also looking forward to visiting the new, expanded location before I finish the program--i been told it's growing into a larger center! I highly recommend this to anyone wanting to refine their etiquette skills in a warm and professional environment.

Exceptional Trainer Alla is the epitome of grace and…read morekindness, and she imparts these qualities seamlessly in her classes. Professionals looking to boost their image should sign up.

My son had been receiving OT services with MeBe for several years. MeBe has staffing issues and…read morearen't able to retain good providers. For the last few years my son switched 3 therapists. In August 2025, he stopped receiving OT services as MeBe lost 3 OT providers at the same time. He was placed on waitlist until MeBe hires a new provider. Three months later he was discharged from OT services without opportunity to discuss this decision. If you want your child to received continues services, MeBe is not the right place for it.

Despite the important work being done in the ABA field, the company consistently fails to support…read moreits employees in meaningful or sustainable ways. One of the most concerning issues is the lack of communication and transparency. Employees often receive no notice when clients cancel sessions, resulting in wasted trips and unpaid time. In such cases, you're either told to clean the facility (an unreasonable expectation outside the role of a Behavior Technician) or you're abruptly reassigned to cover another BT's session without context or consent. The pay is among the lowest in the ABA field, especially when weighed against the emotional and physical demands of the job. The work environment is poorly maintained, with cleanliness being a recurring problem. The facility does NOT look like those posted online. The children's bathrooms and common areas are often unsanitary, raising valid concerns about hygiene, safety, and the general quality of care. A particularly troubling practice is the use of personal items like wipes brought in for one child that get used on other children, without the caregiver's knowledge. Additionally, BTs are often left in the dark about health-related issues like lice until after the situation is already "handled," which puts both staff and other clients at risk. Unsurprisingly, the company suffers from a very high turnover rate, which reflects the broader issues within the organization and further destabilizes the workplace. Overall, they show little regard for employee well-being, professional development, or proper client care. Even by looking at the reviews the only 5 star reviews are for speech therapists, not from the work being done!

We had a great experience with Madison ("Maddie") Kingsbury, LMFT, at BrightMind Therapy. Maddie is…read morewarm, approachable, and very easy for kids to connect with. My daughter always felt comfortable with her and genuinely enjoyed going to her sessions, which says a lot. BrightMind Therapy is also a lovely space, conveniently located in Pacific Beach with easy street parking and a garage. The office is cozy, cutely decorated, and clearly designed to help clients feel at ease. Little touches like tea and water in the break room don't go unnoticed. I'd absolutely recommend Maddie and BrightMind Therapy to anyone looking for a welcoming, supportive therapy environment.

Highly recommend Madison Kingsbury. Great support and care in everything she does. Works well with…read moreteens!

The staff is incredibly kind, patient, professional, and truly cares about the children and…read morefamilies they work with. They create such a welcoming and supportive environment where children can feel comfortable, safe, and encouraged to grow at their own pace. Highly recommen!

From the owner: Stars Therapy Services delivers a multi-disciplinary approach to ABA and Early Intervention, as…read morewell as, clinical Speech- Language Pathology and Occupational Therapy. With a thoughtful, mindful approach to quality care, Stars will work with you and your child to reach his greatest developmental potential! Our goal is to help you by providing customized therapy your child needs to thrive.

There are not enough words in a dictionary to describe what brain balance has done for our family!…read more When we started 5 months ago, we were living in full blown crisis mode with our daughter. At 11 years old, she was eloping from school 2-3 times per week, would throw raging tantrums, hygiene was low on her priorities, and she was very sad and withdrawn. I could never properly explain our struggles. It was like living with a toddler trapped in a full size child body. Upon receiving her assessment, on paper they confirmed everything we'd seen for years. Her brain was weak on the right side and she was an average age of 4 years old. Fast forward 5 months, her brain has reconnected and both hemispheres working in concert. She's happy, focused, can read, tantrums are nearly gone, she able to be reasoned with, he fine motor skills are working, she knows her body in relation to her surroundings. Her confidence is building, her self image has improved, she has expressed goals of wanting to be a writer or a disney imagineer. She's now at an age level of 11-18 depending on the range of test. School is astonished at her growth. Our family can be a family doing family things! We just enjoyed 2 days at Disneyland with zero meltdowns. Something we've never been able to do before. Jon, Amanda, Rachel, Lauren, Chad and James have truly been the support net our family needed! Thank you for the incredible dedication you have to work with kids who need this the most. You mean the world to us!

Overall I was very skeptical when beginning brain balance. Our 9 year old daughter was struggling…read moreevery day in school. Crying on the way, refusing to do homework. Major aversion to learning. I did a TON of research, spoke with pediatricians (4), spoke with two principals, our school, her teachers, and had her tested at brain balance (I think it was $195) and also paid over $3000 dollars to have a two session testing done by Psychiatrist who is the person who does the testing for the Poway school district when kids fall two years behind in school. Because my daughter wasn't two years behind I had to pay (insurance doesn't cover it). Obviously the 3k test was very comprehensive and took two weekends to complete. The diagnosis was visual processing disorder and ADD. She was given the recommendation to go to therapy and get on meds. Visual processing disorder basically means: She can't read instructions and turn them into action, couple that with ADD and learning was a hot mess for her. The brain balance assessment does not diagnose, but it did indicate that among other weaknesses her main deficit was visual processing. That gave me confidence that aT least their testing was accurate. Then comes the huge sales pitch. The program was expensive, relatively new, etc etc. After much delay, thought, education and doctors opinions and therapists appointments we signed up for half the sessions they recommended in case it was not working. I have to admit I was still very speculative but there was no harm in it, and the worst possible case was that I lost money. I am happy to say she loved going. She's finishing her sessions next week and her scores in everything started under her age. She's now over her age group in everything except visual processing. Her grades have improved dramatically, her resistance to homework has improved dramatically and her confidence in learning has improved dramatically. We have zero crying and she never said asks to skip school anymore. She still has a ways to go visually but we now have the exercises to strengthen them and we know to get her vision checked and use her glasses constantly. Overall, we put our heart and soul into figuring out what was wrong and then helping her. So it's difficult to say which of the one million things we did helped us work it out, but I do think brain balance was an integral part of it, to my surprise. And I'm happy that we found a solution for the moment that allows her to feel confident and enjoy her day more, but we didn't have to medicate her. We are keeping medication options open and watching close, but so far this is working for her and I'll hold off on meds until I feel i have no other option.

Beverly is an amazing Brainspotting practitioner. After years of regular talk therapy I have found…read morethe right services for me. I highly recommend Che ajal family counseling center for all your mental health needs