Koegel Autism Center at UC Santa Barbara

02/18/2026

The Koegel Autism Center is recruiting for a number of research projects.

Our research initiatives offer therapeutic support at no-cost to the local community, affirm neurodiverse identities, tranform lives, and advance autism science.

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The Koegel Autism Center's primary research mission is to partner with the autism community to increase our understanding of neruodivergence and effective support strategies to improve the lives of individuals, parents, and families. Most of our research projects offer therapy, intervention, or supp...

02/02/2026

The UCSB Koegel Autism Center is now recruiting local families of children with autism spectrum disorder (ages 12 months to 59 months) for a research study focused on parent-child interactions and autism intervention.

Eligible families will receive multiple developmental assessments, record parent-child play videos, and receive 12 months (4 hours/week) of a motivation-based, personalized intervention known as Pivotal Response Treatment that focuses on improving social engagement and language.

Families will be compensated $50 for each of three developmental assessments: one at intake, after 6-months, and after 12-months.

Children must have an existing diagnosis of autism and have limited language use (i.e. be nonverbal or primarily use single words to communicate).

Parents must commit to participating in a 1-hour parent intervention training session and 3 hours of clinician-child sessions per week.

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01/30/2026

Are you interested in serving on an autism advisory group and in helping create a social support program based on your experiences? If you are, please fill out the online interest form below!

Online Interest Form:
https://ucsbeducation.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_7OLaheLtD3lWDDE

11/20/2025

CALLING ALL ARTISTS !!! We are extending the submission deadline for this years "Unmasking Through Art" Show !!! If you are interested in displaying or selling your artwork at our show, scan the QR code to make your submission before SUNDAY November 23rd at 11:59 PM !! We look forward to seeing you there!

11/19/2025

We had a great time at yesterday's "Stronger Together for Neurodiverse Youth" conference, hosted by YouthWell !! Congratulations to Dr. Anna Krasno and Dr. Ty Vernon on their powerful discussions in regards to neurodiversity and the importance of effective autism assessment. We look forward to more events like this in the future!

11/13/2025

Mark your calendars!! KAC's "Unmasking Through Art" Show is only 3 WEEKS AWAY !!! Join us for a night of enrichment and appreciation as we celebrate new perspectives in Art.

PLEASE KEEP IN MIND !!! The deadline to submit artwork to present (and/or sell) at our gallery is NOVEMBER 20th !! Be sure to scan our QR Code and submit your pieces BEFORE then.

We can't wait to see you there!

Link to submission form --> https://forms.gle/iufKovv3LLtNyjSM7

11/07/2025

We look forward to seeing YOU at the Santa Barbara Zoo for YouthWell's "Stronger Together for Neurodiverse Youth" conference series!! Join Dr. Anna Krasno and Dr. Ty Vernon as they discuss new strategies for supporting youth with Autism and building neurodiverse communities. See you there!

Register HERE!! --> https://forms.monday.com/forms/c35970fc377930ba8113889513df5e07?r=use1

Save the Date!! --> November 17th from 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM

11/03/2025

We are proud to announce our collaboration with Fusion Academy for their November Speaker Series! Join Dr. Anna Krasno as she discusses the pivotal role of autism diagnoses and the development of neurodiverse-inclusive environments. We hope to see you there!

Event Link --> https://www.fusionacademy.com/campuses/santa-barbara/event/november-speaker-series/

10/17/2025

We are excited to announce the Koegel Autism Center's 7th "Unmasking Through Art" Show! We hope to see you at the Center on December 4th from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM.

Come on down to appreciate the work of local artists in a neurodiverse-friendly space! If you are a creator and want to display or sell your own work at our show, 100% of proceeds go to the artist! For access to our Gallery Submission Form, scan the QR code above!

09/30/2025

Clinical Director Dr. Anna Krasno will be presenting on Autism and the Neurodiversity Paradigm today at Cottage Hospital’s Virtual Psychiatric Grand Rounds at 12pm PST. This presentation is free to the public.

09/04/2025

Wishing everyone a great START to the school year! the Koegel Autism Center's very own START Program is opening applications for Fall 2025. If you're a teen or know one who would be interested, come check us out!

08/27/2025

Can't wait to see everyone at the Zoo! Save the date November 17th from 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM, when the Koegel Autism Center will be partnering with and the Santa Barbara Zoo. When it comes to supporting neurodiverse youth, we're Stronger Together!