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Quest Therapeutic Camps of Southern California (Director: Jodie Knott, Ph.D., BCBA) provides summer day camp services and after-school programs specifically designed to help kids with special needs and learning differences find success.

We welcome kids with ADHD, ADD, Asperger’s and high-functioning Autism, social anxiety, learning disabilities, depression and more.
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Quest's Therapeutic Model

Quest’s Therapeutic Model was found to substantially reduce inattention, hyperactivity, impulsivity, and aggression.

Interventions also showed gains in peer and family relationships, as well as competence in athletics and behavioral control.

We can't wait to see you at Quest Camp 2026!

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Dr. Jodie Knott

Director | Licensed Psychologist

Dr. Jodie Knott is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in psychological assessments for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), learning disabilities, mood disorders as well as child and family therapy.

Therapeutic Camp in Fountain Valley, CA
What We Do

Quest Camps, located in Orange County, CA, offers an innovative, evidence-based therapeutic program that has been found to reduce problems not only at camp but at home, school and in everyday life for children 6 to 18 years old with mild to moderate social, emotional and/or behavioral difficulties.

We are a Special Needs Camp that provides treatment for a variety of difficulties that children have including ADHD, anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, learning disabilities and high functioning autism (previously Asperger’s Disorder).

Children who have severe aggressiveness, serious psychological problems, behavioral disorders or severe family problems are not appropriate for the program.
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Significant, Positive Gains!

A 2-year study of Quest Therapeutic Camps of Southern California demonstrates significant positive gains for campers who attend Quest, consistent with previous research on the Quest Therapeutic Model.

* 2015, Byron K. Smith, M.S., Thesis Researching 47 Quest Campers

Reduces


❌ Aggression

❌ Impulsivity

Improves

✅ Social Cognition
  ✅ Social Awareness
           ✅ Social Communication
✅ Social Problems
        ✅ Behavioral Concerns

Parent Report of Social Responsiveness Improvement

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Happy Campers
Testimonials
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"Great experience. My son loved it and the improved skills are enduring. Back to school transition was far less stressful. Using “unlucky” when things don't go his way. He is quicker to follow directions. My son rates Quest Camp a 10 out of 10. We will be back next summer!"
— Happy Camper Mom
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“The teamwork of the staff was definitely the strength of Quest. You could see that you all worked great together. Most helpful to my son was that you pushed him to do things he did not feel he could do."
— Happy Camper Dad

See What Experts are Saying!

Our experts in the treatment of children for mental health and occupational therapy provide an accepting and caring environment, which creates the opportunity for consistent improvement in self-esteem and behavior through the development of many successful experiences for children.
Steve Hinshaw Ph.D.
Chair, Department of Psychology, University of California, Berkeley
"Quest provides an effective and positive behavioral program with emphasis on the types of sports and social skills that are often essential for children with ADHD. Families are pleased with the results. This is the type of program that is made to order for ADHD children."
Sensei Wayne Centra, MOTR/L SWC
Director, Senior Pediatric Occupational Therapist, Karate for All and Centra Pediatric Therapy
"I have been involved in Quest Camp for over six years now, and have seen tremendous gains with all the children in regards to social, physical, and cognitive development. Jodie has done an amazing job with the camp curriculum and staff!"

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