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Embracing Autism Collaborative Services

A neurodiversity-affirming Oakland practice offering DIR/Floortime social groups, speech-language services and mental-health support for autistic and neurodivergent children and teens.

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The practical details

Ages servedAges 2 to 15 per its FAQ; social groups run from 2.5 up to 16 and speech services cover 18 months to 12 years
Current waitNew social-group formation paused as of May 2026 with limited openings in existing groups; most new inquiries will be considered for placement in late summer or early fall
WhereOakland (4319 Piedmont Avenue)
Address4319 Piedmont Avenue, Oakland, CA, 94611
Emailinfo@embracingautismservices.com
Funding takenPrivate pay — insurance is not accepted, but a superbill can be provided for out-of-network or FSA reimbursementRegional Center of the East Bay (vendored for social groups and early-intervention speech; camps are often reimbursed, and services have been approved in self-determination budgets)Tiered reduced tuition (households under $100,000) and scholarships (under $55,000), approved on trust without financial evidence

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What this is, in plain language

EACS runs small DIR/Floortime social groups and one-to-one sessions for autistic and neurodivergent children and teens, plus speech-language therapy and psychotherapy. Sessions follow the child's lead rather than working on compliance, and a formal diagnosis is not required to take part.

Getting started

Families reach out through the contact form on the site or by emailing info@embracingautismservices.com. A formal diagnosis isn't required — the FAQ says families without one are still welcome to inquire. For social groups, EACS collects background information from parents, may ask for reports from other professionals, and often arranges a short in-person meet-and-greet before matching a child to a group.

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What they say about themselves

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  • Runs DIR/Floortime-based social groups of 3 to 5 children at $120 per 75-minute session, matched by interests, temperament, sensory profile and developmental profile, with a trial group before any contract is signed.
  • Also offers one-to-one DIR/Floortime sessions, speech-language assessment and therapy, psychotherapy and parent coaching, and does not require a formal diagnosis to take part.
  • States that it does not focus on compliance, that sessions follow the child's lead, and that it will not stop a child from stimming — only helping find a safer alternative if safety is at risk.
  • As of May 2026 it has paused forming new social groups until late summer or early fall; limited openings remain in select existing groups.

Details checked againstthe provider's website on 2026-08-16. Confirm current availability directly.

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  • Publishes its approach when a child is distressed or says no
  • Says parents can observe any session
  • Publishes who sets the goals, and whether compliance is one of them

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