Services
Services designed for real life.
Individualized behavioral and adaptive skills services grounded in evidence-informed practice, thoughtful assessment, and meaningful everyday outcomes.
We work collaboratively with individuals, families, and support teams to develop practical strategies that reflect each person's strengths, priorities, and goals.
Behavioral Assessment & Consultation
Understanding behavior and developing individualized recommendations.
We combine interviews, direct observation, and appropriate assessment methods to understand strengths, support needs, and environmental influences. Functional Behavioral Assessment may be used to identify factors contributing to challenging behavior.
Applied Behavior Analysis & Behavioral Support
Evidence-informed intervention and skill development.
Individualized strategies to teach functional skills, strengthen communication, and address barriers to safety or participation. Programming may include Functional Communication Training, reinforcement-based strategies, and systematic teaching.
Adaptive Skills Training
Practical everyday abilities and increased independence.
Developing self-care, personal organization, daily routines, community navigation, and functional communication through systematic teaching, individualized prompting, and practice in natural environments.
Independent Living Skills
Functional independence and self-determination.
Personal care, household routines, meal preparation, time management, and community-based activities, individualized to reflect each person's abilities, priorities, and desired level of independence.
Community Integration
Participation and confidence in real-world settings.
Community navigation, purchasing skills, transportation readiness, social participation, and recreational activities. Building confidence and independence through individualized community-based experiences.
Social & Communication Skills
Functional communication, relationships, and self-advocacy.
Meaningful communication and social participation skills emphasizing authentic connection, individual autonomy, and practical application, rather than rigid social scripts or conformity to arbitrary expectations.
Parent & Caregiver Training
Collaboration and sustainable support strategies.
Practical strategies for families, caregivers, and support professionals, including behavioral functions, individualized support plans, functional communication, and skill generalization across everyday routines.
Vocational Skills & Readiness
Developing practical skills that support vocational readiness.
Workplace communication, task completion, following routines, problem-solving, teamwork, and navigating everyday responsibilities. Through real-world learning opportunities, participants explore interests and develop skills aligned with personal goals.
Community in Action
Real spaces.
Real experiences.
Real possibilities.
At Life Lab, meaningful learning extends into the community. Through thoughtfully designed experiences, individuals develop communication, independence, teamwork, and practical skills in real-world environments.
One example is our collaboration with Shoebox Coffee, an independently operated coffee business where Life Lab participants can engage in structured learning experiences involving customer service, workplace routines, collaboration, and everyday responsibilities.
Our Foundation
Thoughtful assessment. Individualized intervention. Meaningful progress.
Our services are grounded in behavioral science and shaped by thoughtful assessment, individualized planning, and ongoing evaluation. We combine clinical expertise with practical strategies designed around each person's needs and everyday life.
How It Works
Getting started is simple.
Connect
Reach out to tell us a little about what you're looking for. We'll learn about your general needs and help determine whether Life Lab may be a good fit.
Consult
We'll schedule an initial conversation to discuss goals, service options, and potential next steps.
Develop a Plan
When services are appropriate and arrangements are confirmed, we'll work collaboratively to establish individualized recommendations and a plan for moving forward.
Access & Funding
Ways to work with us.
Life Lab LA works with individuals and families through California's Self-Determination Program (SDP) and private-pay arrangements. We collaborate with families, support teams, and community partners to develop individualized services that support meaningful goals and greater independence.
Let's talk about your goals.
Whether you're an individual exploring services, a family member, or a referral partner, we'd love to learn how Life Lab may be able to help.