Moving Youth Forward
Since 2008, Social Stamina has empowered children, teens, and adults with the skills they need to succeed at home, in school, and the community. Through adaptive skills training, functional academics, social skills development, and specialized support for ADHD and Autism, we partner with families to build independence, confidence, and lasting growth.
Adaptive Skills Training
What is Adaptive Skills Training?
Adaptive Skills Training (AST) is designed to enhance the participant’s overall quality of life. Individuals ages 3 to adult are able to access these services. Evidence-based procedures for assessing and shaping skills and behavior are utilized to target the following areas: functional communication, hygiene (toileting), self-help skills, safety skills (home/community), social skills, functional academics, and pre-vocational skills.
Our Process
A licensed educational psychologist performs a thorough evaluation to determine each participant’s level of need. The assessment report will provide an overview of the participant’s skill deficits, targeted behaviors, and overall needs. Based upon this evaluation a program is developed to build the skills required to perform activities of daily functioning.
Increasing Independence
Our qualified team of Case Managers, Registered Behavior Technicians (RBT), and paraprofessionals provide ongoing multidisciplinary support to ensure the implementation of quality services. Each participant’s progress is monitored through qualitative and quantitative data and monthly review. Our AST services are primarily provided within the home setting. Participation and input from the participant’s caretakers is an essential component in our service delivery.
Functional Academics
Functional academics is merely academics made functional designed to teach skills which allow each student to succeed in real-life situations at home, school, work and in the community.
Self Help Skills
Self care skills are one of the first ways that children develop the ability to plan and sequence task performance, to organise the necessary materials and to develop the refined physical control required to carry out daily tasks (e.g. opening lunch boxes, drawing or standing to pull up pants).
Social Skills
Social skills are the skills we use every day to interact and communicate with others. They include verbal and non-verbal communication, such as speech, gesture, facial expression and body language. A person has strong social skills if they have the knowledge of how to behave in social situations and understand both written and implied rules when communicating with others.
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
Neurodevelopmental disorders are a group of conditions that begin in the developmental period, typically early in life, and involve impairments in the growth and development of the brain or central nervous system. These disorders affect a person’s ability to function in areas such as emotional regulation, learning ability, self-control, and memory, which can impact social, academic, or occupational functioning. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are common neurodevelopmental disorders.
Applied Behavior Analysis
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy focuses on improving specific behaviors through a systematic approach of teaching new skills and reducing challenging behaviors. Our Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) conducts a Functional Behavior Assessment to identify areas of need and data-driven programs to enhance individual functioning.
Social Stamina provides ABA services within our clinical setting by a team of qualified professionals including licensed psychologists, state-credentialed teachers, behavior therapists, and trained paraprofessionals. Programs are designed to bolster social functioning, independent skill development, emotional regulation, self-advocacy, communication, and academic performance.
Hyperactive ADHD
Children with hyperactive ADHD often have trouble sitting still, waiting their turn, or holding back from blurting out answers. These behaviors can carry over into home life, making tasks and responsibilities difficult to complete. However, with specialized strategies, they can channel their energy and build more effective habits.
Inattentive ADHD
Those who are primarily inattentive may slip under the radar, as symptoms like daydreaming or missing details can go unnoticed. These students might overlook assignments, struggle to follow multi-step directions, or lose track of essential materials. Despite these challenges, positive reinforcement and structured support can help them harness their natural talents.
Common Behavioral Issues Related to ADHD
Because ADHD can lead to restlessness, impulsivity, or distractions, it can create disruptions in the classroom and strain interactions at home. Yet, with individualized approaches and a supportive environment, students can learn strategies to manage these behaviors and cultivate more harmonious relationships with peers, siblings, and caregivers.
Access Our Services
Adaptive Skills Training
Social Stamina Behavior Consult Services is a vendor with Kern Regional Center (KRC). KRC clients can contact their assigned Service Coordinator to determine eligibility for services. Additionally, Social Stamina accepts private pay on an individualized basis.
Applied Behavior Analysis
ABA therapy is available by referral from the individual’s Primary Care Provider (PCP). We accept Kern Family Health Care, Blue Cross Anthem- Medicaid (Medi-Cal HMO); Medicare Individual (Anthem Dual Advantage).
About Us
Our Approach
Social Stamina’s philosophy is based upon a commitment to “Bridging the gap across settings by increasing a one’s ability to interact effectively with others across a variety of environments while maximizing his/her potential for social, emotional, and cognitive development while becoming viable members of a community.”
Our Story
Gina Gordon-Lopez holds a California credential in the areas of school psychology and as a Licensed Educational Psychologist (LEP) through the California Board of Behavioral Sciences, which requires extensive training and experience in identifying and working with children ages birth to adult. In addition, she holds a Master of Arts in Education Degree with a School Psychology emphasis from Fresno Pacific University, and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology Degree from Howard University, a historically African-American university in Washington, DC.
Our Team
Gina Gordon-Lopez, MA;LEP
Owner
Keli Lopez Fulce
VP of Business Development
Dr. Amanda Mata, PsyD; LEP
Clinical Director
Chere Eusquiano
Director of Operations
Dr. Sara Hollingsead, PsyD
Psychometrist
Michael Lopez
VP of Technology/Marketing
Jazmine Rojas
Program Manager
Brianna Iboa
HR Coordinator
Kobe Lopez
Performance Supervisor/RBT
Daniela Barboza
Resource Coordinator
Elijah Carbajal
Lead Associate Trainer/RBT
Jai ' Auna Kinder
Lead Case Manager
Valena Chavez
Case Manager /RBT
Nayeli Barboza
Case Manager
Braden Gordon
Case Manager
Cameron Turner
Case Manager
Stephanie Sanchez
Office Assistant
Claribel Banuelos
Billing/Office Assistant
Elvia Bautista
Parent Liason
Our News
Maverick Medical Grand Opening
The atmosphere crackled with anticipation at the Maverick Medical Clinic’s grand opening. Balloons bobbed gently in the breeze, and the scent of fresh paint mingled
Winter Fest
We just wrapped up our 2nd annual Winter Fest, and this year was bigger and better than ever! We took over the Maya Cinema Theater
Social Stamina Summer Training 2024
Social Stamina Summer Training 2024 at Hodel’s Country Kitchen was an incredible experience! Over 40 dedicated staff members came together for a day of learning,
Contact us
Office:
841 Mohawk Street, Suite 250
Bakersfield, CA 93309
Office Line: 661.742.1117
Join the Team
Social Stamina Youth, celebrating its commitment to inclusivity and support, is thrilled to announce exciting job openings within its dynamic team. Specializing in catering to the unique needs of the special needs community, Social Stamina Youth stands at the forefront of creating impactful experiences for individuals with diverse abilities. We invite passionate and dedicated professionals to join us in fostering an environment of understanding, empathy, and growth. At Social Stamina Youth, we believe in the transformative power of inclusivity, and our job openings provide an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve. If you are driven by compassion, innovation, and a desire to contribute to positive change, we welcome you to explore the fulfilling career opportunities within our organization.
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