About
has been serving young children and their families since 2000. Based in Encinitas, CA, the practice provides best practice, ABA-based intervention services to young children with autism or other developmental delays. Their services include Early Start Program, Speech & Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, ABA Intervention Services, and Services to School Districts. Coyne and Associates' teaching techniques are based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and utilize methods such as discrete-trial teaching, natural environment teaching, errorless teaching, shaping, and differential reinforcement. The practice focuses on individually tailoring each intervention program to address a child's specific needs and partners with parents in the design and implementation of each child's treatment plan. With a team of experienced professionals, including Celia Newkirk, M.A., Director of Operations, Nancy Thepkulchon, M.A., BCBA, Director of Clinical Quality & Area Clinical Director for Orange County and San Diego, Kristy Lynch, M.S., BCBA, Area Director for Los Angeles and Inland Empire, Molly Fay, Area Director for Orange County and San Diego, and Samantha Lozano, M.S., BCBA, Area Clinical Director for Los Angeles and Inland Empire, Coyne and Associates Education Corp. is committed to empowering children and families to reach their fullest potential.
Insurance & payment
Coyne and Associates Education Corp. accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield of California, Kaiser Permanente, and Medi-Cal.
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Kaiser Permanente
- Medi-Cal
Ask about sliding-scale fees if you're paying out of pocket.
Services & specialties
Early Start Program
Funded through California Regional Centers for children ages 12–36 months.
Speech & Language Therapy
Provided to support children's communication skills.
Occupational Therapy
Helps children develop the skills they need for daily living and play.
ABA Intervention Services
Home-based behavioral services for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder or related developmental disorders who are 3 to 12 years old.
Services to School Districts
Supports children with autism or other developmental delays in their educational settings.
Funding
Services to support families in accessing funding for their child's treatment.
