Affiliates

About

The Help Group

The Help Group believes that “dignity, hope, and love” are the birthrights of all children. Its mission is to recognize, cultivate, and celebrate the individual gifts of all young people with special needs related to autism, learning differences, ADHD, developmental delays, and emotional challenges. The organization offers innovative educational, therapeutic, residential, community mental health, and vocational programs, and engage in cutting-edge research, professional training, outreach, and public policy advocacy. Its fourteen nonpublic special education day schools serve children, youth, and young adults from two-and-a-half years old to 22 years old. The schools are spread across four campuses – Culver City, Sherman Oaks, Valley Glen, and Van Nuys. To learn more about The Help Group, visit thehelpgroup.org.

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About

The Help Group

The Help Group believes that “dignity, hope, and love” are the birthrights of all children. Its mission is to recognize, cultivate, and celebrate the individual gifts of all young people with special needs related to autism, learning differences, ADHD, developmental delays, and emotional challenges. The organization offers innovative educational, therapeutic, residential, community mental health, and vocational programs, and engage in cutting-edge research, professional training, outreach, and public policy advocacy. Its fourteen nonpublic special education day schools serve children, youth, and young adults from two-and-a-half years old to 22 years old. The schools are spread across four campuses – Culver City, Sherman Oaks, Valley Glen, and Van Nuys. To learn more about The Help Group, visit thehelpgroup.org.

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Specialized Day Schools

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About

Lumina Counseling

Lumina offers insurance and private pay individual, group, couples and family therapy to people of all ages, both in-person and online, throughout the Los Angeles area. We also offer psycho-educational evaluations and diagnostic assessments. Our goal is to meet our clients where they are at and build a strong, trusting and compassionate therapeutic alliance with those seeking our support. At our core, Lumina Counseling believes that everyone has the right to be heard and to be guided to live their best possible life.

Lumina Counseling specializes in ADD/ADHD, Anxiety/Panic Disorders, Autism (ABA), Autism Spectrum Disorders, Behavior Modification, Bipolar Disorders, Depressive disorders, Divorced/blended family issues, OCD, LGBTQIA+ issues, Transgender, Adoption, Sexual Abuse, Victims of Abuse, Assault, Trauma, Conduct/disruptive disorder, Grief/loss, PTSD, History of Chemical Dependency, Prenatal issues & Postpartum Issues, & Schizophrenia in all of the therapies below:

Lumina Counseling

Individual Therapy

organization, time management, self-monitoring

Family Therapy

identifying strengths and interests, exploring possible vocational or career paths, learning job application & interview techniques

Couples Therapy

increasing motivation, money management, self-advocacy, cooking, physical safety, utilizing public transportation, personal hygiene, accountability

Group Therapy

positive communication skills, building healthy social relationships with peers

Psychological Testing

coursework, exploring interests & passions that will lead to academic pursuits, assist with the application process, note-taking & study skills

ABA

healthy eating & exercise habits and incorporating them into a daily routine, identifying individual stressors, learning effective coping strategies

Lumina Counseling
About

Lumina Counseling

Lumina offers insurance and private pay individual, group, couples and family therapy to people of all ages, both in-person and online, throughout the Los Angeles area. We also offer psycho-educational evaluations and diagnostic assessments. Our goal is to meet our clients where they are at and build a strong, trusting and compassionate therapeutic alliance with those seeking our support. At our core, Lumina Counseling believes that everyone has the right to be heard and to be guided to live their best possible life.

Lumina Counseling specializes in ADD/ADHD, Anxiety/Panic Disorders, Autism (ABA), Autism Spectrum Disorders, Behavior Modification, Bipolar Disorders, Depressive disorders, Divorced/blended family issues, OCD, LGBTQIA+ issues, Transgender, Adoption, Sexual Abuse, Victims of Abuse, Assault, Trauma, Conduct/disruptive disorder, Grief/loss, PTSD, History of Chemical Dependency, Prenatal issues & Postpartum Issues, & Schizophrenia in all of the therapies below:

Individual Therapy

organization, time management, self-monitoring

Family Therapy

identifying strengths and interests, exploring possible vocational or career paths, learning job application & interview techniques

Couples Therapy

increasing motivation, money management, self-advocacy, cooking, physical safety, utilizing public transportation, personal hygiene, accountability

Group Therapy

positive communication skills, building healthy social relationships with peers

Psychological Testing

coursework, exploring interests & passions that will lead to academic pursuits, assist with the application process, note-taking & study skills

ABA

healthy eating & exercise habits and incorporating them into a daily routine, identifying individual stressors, learning effective coping strategies

About

Advance LA

Advance LA offers the answer to one of the most frequently asked questions by parents of teens and young adults with special needs, “What happens next?” Their personalized program provides clients with autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, executive functioning difficulties and learning differences the experiences and opportunities necessary to lead a fulfilling adult life. They offer coaching services and support groups, as well as workshops and conferences for young adults, parents, and industry professionals.

Their qualified staff and coaches provide resources, support, and training to those who may be struggling with the challenges of higher education, entering the workforce, independent living, and other issues. They take a personalized approach that helps them progress and provides what they need to lead a more fulfilling life.

They offer much-needed support based on individual needs in several key areas:

The Help Group Advance LA

Executive Functioning

organization, time management, self-monitoring

Internships & Careers

identifying strengths and interests, exploring possible vocational or career paths, learning job application & interview techniques

Life Skills

increasing motivation, money management, self-advocacy, cooking, physical safety, utilizing public transportation, personal hygiene, accountability

Social Connections

positive communication skills, building healthy social relationships with peers

Academic Supports

coursework, exploring interests & passions that will lead to academic pursuits, assist with the application process, note-taking & study skills

Health & Wellness

healthy eating & exercise habits and incorporating them into a daily routine, identifying individual stressors, learning effective coping strategies

The Help Group Advance LA
About

Advance LA

Advance LA offers the answer to one of the most frequently asked questions by parents of teens and young adults with special needs, “What happens next?” Their personalized program provides clients with autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, executive functioning difficulties and learning differences the experiences and opportunities necessary to lead a fulfilling adult life. They offer coaching services and support groups, as well as workshops and conferences for young adults, parents, and industry professionals.

Their qualified staff and coaches provide resources, support, and training to those who may be struggling with the challenges of higher education, entering the workforce, independent living, and other issues. They take a personalized approach that helps them progress and provides what they need to lead a more fulfilling life.

They offer much-needed support based on individual needs in several key areas:

Executive Functioning

organization, time management, self-monitoring

Internships & Careers

identifying strengths and interests, exploring possible vocational or career paths, learning job application & interview techniques

Life Skills

increasing motivation, money management, self-advocacy, cooking, physical safety, utilizing public transportation, personal hygiene, accountability

Social Connections

positive communication skills, building healthy social relationships with peers

Academic Supports

coursework, exploring interests & passions that will lead to academic pursuits, assist with the application process, note-taking & study skills

Health & Wellness

healthy eating & exercise habits and incorporating them into a daily routine, identifying individual stressors, learning effective coping strategies