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I’ve had a really positive experience working here as a BCBA. What stands out the most is the teamwork. People truly support each other, collaborate, and step in when someone needs help. It doesn’t feel competitive or isolating, which makes a huge difference in this field.
The clinical model is another big strength. Clients receive highly individualized care that is actually based on their needs, not a cookie-cutter program. The therapy style is naturalistic and engaging, which is more effective and more enjoyable to provide.

This company is also different from many ABA providers because it does not force every client into a full-time model just for the sake of billing. The focus is on what is clinically appropriate, not just what fills a schedule. That alone says a lot about the integrity of the organization.

Leadership is supportive and accessible, especially for people who communicate openly and work collaboratively. If you’re proactive, professional, and willing to problem-solve as a team, you’ll find that leadership listens and genuinely wants you to succeed.

Like any growing clinic, things can sometimes feel fast-paced and evolving. Schedules, processes, or systems may change as the company adjusts to client needs, which can require flexibility. Because the model is so individualized, it also means there isn’t always a one-size-fits-all solution, so BCBAs need to be comfortable problem-solving and communicating frequently with their teams. This is a great environment for people who like collaboration and autonomy, but it may feel challenging for someone who prefers very rigid or highly standardized systems.

Overall, this is a great place for clinicians who value strong teamwork, ethical practice, and individualized, child-centered care. The atmosphere is fun and upbeat, which is also a bonus.

This review is based on previous experiences that I and other RBTs have gone through.
There is no sense of job security. Regardless of whether you’re good at your job or if you’re not the best, they put you on the back burner if you’re not a favorite. There is a lack of compassion and understanding when it comes to calling out sick. They do not accept doctors notes as of 2025, which has resulted in many RBTs leaving the company. Clients need consistency, but they also need a safe environment to learn.
There is a severe lack of privacy. There’s been incidents where private conversations should have stayed between two people, but management takes it upon themselves to overstep and insert themselves into the conversation. 
Lead RBTs at the Avery Ranch location have been known to speak horribly about other RBTs at the same location for having differing beliefs and views. In addition, RBTs who have been called out for speaking badly about other RBTs receive no consequences despite video evidence suggesting they need a more hands on solution. Despite having supposed policies in place to protect employees, it is clear that management does not adhere to these policies that they claim make Spark a good company.

Spark crosses many ethical lines and turns a blind eye constantly. Their culture is full of favoritism and egos. It’s about how they feel and not the clients or quality of therapy. They constantly take advantage of families and give  rare consistency. They lie to families all the time and don’t blink an eye if it benefits them. They also act oblivious to work place culture being a problem. It’s been brought to their attention many times. Poor communication skills. Passive aggressive leadership. Low ethical standards. High turnover. Constantly hiring because of the turnover rate. Filled with fake nice appearances but breed’s a culture of gossiping and speaking ill of others. From lead RBTS, RBTS , BCBA’s and assistant clinical directors. Just stay away. They will probably respond, deny everything and offer no true solutions to employees or families. 

I had a great experience working as a summer BCBA at Spark Learning. From day one, I felt welcomed and supported by the clinical team. The onboarding process was smooth, and expectations were clearly communicated.

What stood out the most was the collaborative and positive environment. The other onsite BCBA and the BTs worked well together, and everyone was genuinely invested in providing high-quality, compassionate care to the clients even if it was just for summer camp. I appreciated the clinical structure and access to resources, including updated materials, and regular check-ins.

The caseload was manageable and the leadership at Spark truly values the input of their BCBAs and encourages professional growth, which made it a rewarding summer. I am planning on being back for the next summer. 

In my experience, the company had a demanding workload with limited flexibility and support. BCBAs were expected to be on-site full-time regardless of billable hours and carried a heavy administrative burden. Leadership was often not directly involved, and there was little investment in professional development or growth opportunities. While coworkers were supportive, overall benefits and work-life balance were lacking. BCBA turnover rate was one of the highest I’ve ever heard of. 75% of the BCBAs left while I was employed here, for less than a year

A typical day at Spark includes employee harassment and burnout due to challenging behaviors. Management is aware of bullying and harassment issues and continues to allow those employees to work there. The client’s parents are amazing for the most part, but I would not recommend working here if you value being treated equally and respected. Favoritism is a huge issue and leads to some employees getting massive bonuses while others have to fight for basic pay raises. Management does not handle issues out of fear of losing longtime staff members.

If you are currently an RBT, and want to move up in the field, I highly suggest that you do not work here. You will not get the support that you need if you have experince in ABA. The culture of the clinic is pure gossip and people talking behind your back. There is clear favortism in the clinic, and no concequences for individuals who are favored by Spark Staff. 
For your own mental health and physical health, highly recommend to stay away from this clinic. There is no work life balance.


Despite claiming to have a zero-tolerance for gossip, the cattiness and venom runs deep into Spark culture. Instead of regularly having productive conversations about employee performance, they terminate without so much as a chat or warning. The only enjoyable part of working at Spark is the clientele - I found the children to oftentimes be better communicators than the management. 

I had a great experience with Spark Learning! I appreciated the focus on play-based therapy, autonomy of treatment plans, and relationships with clients and their families. I had the opportunity to attend a training to develop my skills in this field further. However, my schedule was busier than that of other professionals in similar positions. 

I have loved working here for the past year. The admin and staff are incredible, everyone was very welcoming when I started and they have continued to support my growth here. I love their approach to ABA and how they lean into play-based therapy. They are always willing to work with your schedule, very flexible and supportive! 

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