In an industry increasingly owned by private equity firms, Yoli stands apart. We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. We answer to families, not shareholders.

Why the Model Matters

Child engaged in play-based ABA therapy session in Albany
The “big box” clinic model often relies on high turnover, overloaded staff, and pushing for 40 hours of therapy a week regardless of need. We reject that model.

  • Mission Over Margin: Every decision we make is driven by what’s best for your child, not what increases shareholder value.
  • Stability for Families: By treating our clinicians well, we ensure they stay—giving your child the consistent, long-term relationships they need to thrive.
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Why Families Choose Yoli

Traditional / For-Profit ABA The Yoli Way
Prioritizes billable hours over meaningful outcomes Prioritizes your child’s well-being — we’re a nonprofit, not driven by shareholder returns
High therapist caseloads (30+ clients per BCBA) lead to burnout and inconsistent care Low, manageable caseloads so your therapist can give focused, personalized attention
Compliance-focused: Teaching children to follow instructions and conform to social norms Autonomy-focused: Building independence, self-advocacy, and honoring neurodiversity
Curriculum-driven: One-size-fits-all programs Child-led learning: We follow your child’s interests (trains, art, space) to teach new skills
Table-time drills that can feel like work Play-based sessions where learning happens through joy
High staff turnover (the best clinicians leave or go out-of-network) Stable, passionate team — we retain top clinicians with competitive pay and healthy workloads
Leadership with little clinical expertise focused on growth and profits BCBA-led organization committed to clinical excellence and ethical practice
Families feel like customers in a transactional relationship Families become part of a supportive community with regular family gatherings

🟢 We’re Currently Accepting New Families

Yoli maintains low caseloads to ensure quality care. Due to high demand in the East Bay, spots fill quickly. If you’re considering ABA therapy for your child, now is the time to schedule your free consultation.

Serving families in Albany, Berkeley, El Cerrito, Kensington, and surrounding areas.

The Yoli Standard

  • Low Caseloads: Our supervisors have drastically smaller caseloads than the industry average, ensuring they truly know your child.
  • Clinician-Led: Clinical decisions are made by Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), not by business metrics.
  • Ethical Hours: We prescribe hours based on what is medically necessary and sustainable for your family life—not what maximizes billing.

Join Our Village

Tired of the factory-line approach? Experience the difference of a practice where every child and their family is a meaningful part of Yoli’s community! Fill out the form below to start a conversation with our clinical team.

Accessible Care for All Families

  • We accept most major insurance plans
  • Vendorized with the Regional Center of the East Bay (RCEB), Contra Costa Health Plan (CCHP), Alameda Alliance, and Partnership HealthPlan (PHC)
  • MediCal approved
  • We offer a sliding fee scale for families without insurance
  • We’re committed to never turning families away due to cost

Questions about coverage? We’ll help you navigate your benefits — just ask during your free consultation call.

Meet our Clinical Director (& Founder)

Laura Kliger

Hello. I am a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with an insatiable passion for child development and self-directed learning. I have been working in many settings (homes, schools, clinics and in the community) with children of all ages. I have been supporting parents, teachers, and therapists to better understand and manage behaviors. My passion is to help parents reclaim their role; to understand their child’s behavior and to make changes that allow the family to live in a more cohesive and symbiotic way.

– Laura Kliger, BCBA, MADS

What Happens After You Reach Out?

  1. 15-Minute Phone Call
    We’ll discuss your child’s needs and determine if Yoli is a good fit
  2. Initial Meeting (if we’re a match)
    Learn about our approach, ask questions, and meet our team
  3. Intake & Evaluation
    We observe your child and develop a personalized treatment plan
  4. Treatment Begins
    Play-based sessions at our Albany playspace or in the community, with parent involvement

No pressure at any step — we want to make sure Yoli is right for YOU.

Why Parents Trust Yoli

  • BCBA-led organization (Board Certified Behavior Analysts)
  • 501(c)(3) nonprofit — mission-driven, not profit-driven
  • Evidence-based, neurodiversity-affirming approach
  • Low caseloads means consistent, quality care
  • Licensed & insured (NPI: 1134010382)
  • Physical playspace in Albany (1057 Solano Ave)