Support That Grows With Teens, Young Adults, and Their Families
Horizon is designed for autistic teens and young adults who benefit from clinical ABA therapy, and for families seeking consistent, professional support during critical life transitions.
When behaviors interfere with daily life, learning, or safety
When transitions into adolescence or adulthood feel challenging
When independence skills require clinical structure
When families need coordinated, professional guidance
When insurance or Regional Center services are part of care planning
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When Support Becomes Harder to Find
As individuals move beyond childhood services, support often becomes more complex. Families frequently ask:
''What comes after early intervention?''
''How do we support independence without burnout?''
''Will skills generalize beyond therapy?''
''How do we navigate insurance and Regional Center systems?''
Horizon exists to walk alongside families — not just deliver services.
Clinical ABA Therapy
With the Whole Family in Mind
Horizon provides individualized, evidence-based ABA therapy for teens and young adults, focused on meaningful skill development, behavioral support, and long-term quality of life.
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Grounded in Applied Behavior Analysis
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Data-driven decision making
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Goals that evolve with age and environment
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Active family partnership
This is clinical ABA treatment for individuals who qualify through insurance or Regional Center services.
Areas of Focus
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Functional communication
Emotional regulation and coping skills
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Daily living and self-care
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Social skills and peer interaction
Behavior reduction impacting safety or learning
Community participation and adaptive functioning
Families often ask:
We do not promise overnight change, total independence, or guaranteed employment.
We focus on steady, realistic progress that carries into everyday life.
Extending ABA Into Real Life
Progress should not stop when therapy sessions end
Through community partnerships and hybrid support models, Horizon helps individuals:
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Practice skills in real-world environments
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Build confidence across settings
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Strengthen generalization beyond home
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Community Partnerships in Contra Costa County
We proudly partner with Social Connections in Lafayette and Pleasant Hill to support teens and young adults through community-based activities.
Benefits
• ABA goals reinforced in natural environments
• Greater skill generalization
• More connected, holistic family support
What Working With Us Looks Like
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Learning, Step by Step
We begin by getting to know the individual — not only their challenges, but also their strengths, interests, and goals.
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From Strengths to Skills
Together, we identify a small number of meaningful skills to focus on.
Coaching sessions break these skills into manageable, achievable steps.
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Skills That Grow Beyond Sessions
Between sessions, individuals practice these skills in real-life situations — with guidance and support, not pressure.
This is where independence truly begins.
How Horizon Works
Step 1
Comprehensive assessment and individualized treatment plan.
Step 2
Ongoing ABA therapy with BCBA oversight (virtual)
Step 3
Data-informed goal updates
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Step 4
Family training and collaboration
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Insurance and Regional Center coordination
Step 6
Community-based opportunities when appropriate
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Is This the Right Program?
Good Fit If:
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Your teen or young adult has an autism diagnosis
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ABA therapy is recommended or approved
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You want structured, clinical support
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Family involvement matters to you
Not a Fit If:
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You’re exploring support options beyond clinical ABA
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A highly structured approach doesn’t feel right for your family
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ABA therapy isn’t the recommended path right now
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You’re looking for brief or consult-only support
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