Kelly McKinnon & Associates, Inc.

Kelly McKinnon & Associates, Inc.

Comprehensive Therapeutic Services for Children

27452 Calle Arroyo San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675

Phone: 949-481-7630

Walk 2008

Walk Now for Autism~ Sunday November 16, 2008

Our team raised $2000 for this great event! Thanks to all our supporters!


We are sorry, we are experiencing high volumes of calls for new students. We currently have a wait list. Please leave your name and number with us and we will include you on our list. We are looking at how we can meet all of the needs. 


Community Park Project!    After multiple requests, we have decided to go ahead and launch the Parks for All Project.  We will be organizing a group of 3 parks, and working to find volunteers that we will train, and arrange for organized and structured play activities for children and their siblings with autism. We are forming our organization now!  Look for more information soon!



Kelly is currently working on a new book, Social Skills Solutions for Home & School. Look for a spring 2009 publishing date!

Our Mission:

Kelly McKinnon & Associates provides a comprehensive assessment and therapeutic setting to support children with needs, including children diagnosed on the autism spectrum,  with ADHD, developmental delays, and other social-language concerns.   Because of the breadth and comprehensiveness of our clinical team, children can utilize one, some or all of the services provided to target their individual needs.

An atmosphere of support, collaboration and training is fostered at our clinic.  We work diligently to bring you the latest information on new developments and research, and information can be found and borrowed at the clinic. Our comprehensive services offer a unique opportunity for parents to have all of their child's needs met with one team at one location while allowing our clinicians the chance to share ideas and work together toward your child's treatment.

Free monthly parent training, summer camp opportunities, sibling clubs and sexuality training classes all help foster an atmosphere of support and community. Friendships have been forged, with many children in our clinic having play dates, sleep overs and birthday parties with friends they have met here!

First steps:  When you & your child first come to our office, you will meet with our staff and planning will begin for treatment needs.  Next, with your input, an evaluation and treatment report will be developed with treatment and goal recommendations.  When appropriate, we will make every attempt to match you & your child?s therapeutic needs here at our clinic. At times, if we are not able to accommodate all of your child?s therapeutic needs, then an additional referral may be made to an outside agency. 

Comprehensive services:  Our staff offers extensive education and experience. Comprehensive services include social skills training classes, speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, attention & auditory training services, 1:1 supplemental ABA support supervised by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, homework club, family support and training, and school training and support.



Note: We are experiencing high volumes of calls at this time! We do have a wait list, 2-6 months long. We are doing our best to meet everyone's needs!

Kelly McKinnon, MA, BCBA, is president & clinical director. Kelly McKinnon is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. She has worked with children & adults with autism and other developmental disabilities for over 14 years. Kelly earned her Master?s degree in counseling psychology from Boston College in 1992 and has a certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis for Special Education from Penn State.  Kelly has co-authored a book, Social Skills Solutions, available at Different Roads to Learning resources, or Amazon.com.  Kelly has provided articles in several publications, and presents regularly on teaching social skills and best practice ABA services for children with autism.

The Launchpad Occupational Therapy

The Launchpad clinic is held in the office of Kelly McKinnon & Associates, Inc. Collaboration between our social skills team, speech & language team and the occupational therapy team occurs on a daily basis.


Cherie Francis is an Occupational Therapist specializing in sensory integrative treatment. She graduated with Honors from San Jose State University.  She resides and treats in Orange County, California. With over 20 years experience as an Occupational Therapist in a variety of settings including Manager of Occupational Therapy at the prestigious Children’s Hospital of Orange County for 7 of those years, Cherie has recently ventured into private practice. Cherie is certified to administer the Sensory Integrative and Praxis Test.

Barbara V. McCrory, OTR/L SIPT certified #2470 is an occupational therapy graduate from Colorado State University, with a masters degree in a related field.  Barb has worked in the field of pediatrics since 1983, and has treated children with a variety of diagnoses including: Cerebral Palsy, Down’s Syndrome, brain injury, Developmental Coordination Disorders, Pervasive Development Disorders including autism, Asperger’s and Non-Verbal Learning Disorders. She has 25 years experience in school settings, home treatment, and private clinics.

Contact them at: 949-276-2426  or email them at launchpadot@cox.net

If your child is in multiple aspects of the clinic, monthly coordination among the clinicians will occur to ensure comprehensive services.