ICEC

What ICEC does

ICEC (Intervention Center for Early Childhood) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit pediatric therapy clinic headquartered at 8 Pasteur, Suite #100, Irvine, California, serving families across Orange County. Founded in 1983 by MaryAnn Ford prior to federal IDEA implementation, ICEC delivers multidisciplinary early intervention services to children from birth through age five who have known or suspected developmental delays. The clinic operates four core therapy disciplines — Infant Development, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Speech Pathology — supplemented by structured group programs (TOPS therapeutic preschool, Little Sprout, Little Buds, Bloom and Grow) and the Infant Development Program (IDP) sponsored by the Assistance League of Laguna Beach.

Service delivery is in-clinic, play-based, and evidence-driven, with a multidisciplinary team collaborating across therapy domains to address motor skills, sensory integration, communication, feeding, and social-emotional development. Family support infrastructure (parent training, discussion groups, sibling care, Parent Night Out events) is woven into the clinical model and is a distinguishing element of the ICEC experience relative to a pure therapy provider.

Revenue is generated through four channels: Regional Center of Orange County (RCOC) funding for children under age three; insurance reimbursements as an in-network provider for Anthem Blue Cross PPO, Aetna PPO, and Kaiser Permanente; private-pay programs under the Treehouse Services umbrella for ages three to five; and donations and grants supporting programs, equipment, and facility improvements. The organization employs 48 staff, including licensed therapists, teachers, and administrative personnel, led by Executive Director Pam Alexander (M.A.) and CFO Erika Danh (MBA). HIPAA compliance is in place. The go-to-market motion is referral-based: under age three via RCOC, over age three via pediatricians, with private-pay evaluations available outside the insurance/RCOC pipeline.

Name

ICEC

Legal name

ICEC (Intervention Center for Early Childhood)

Website

https://iceckids.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1983

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

ICEC is a non-profit pediatric therapy clinic in Irvine, California, delivering occupational, physical, speech, and infant development services to children from birth to age five with developmental delays across Orange County, funded through Regional Center contracts, insurance networks, private pay, and donations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Pediatric Therapy Services

NAICS

Offices of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists, and Audiologists (621340), Child Care Services (6244), Child Care Services (62441), Child and Youth Services (624110), Child and Youth Services (62411), Individual and Family Services (6241)

SIC

Services-Health Services (8000), Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Child Day Care Services (8351), Services-Misc Health & Allied Services, Nec (8090)

akta.pro primary industry

Developmental Therapy / Early Childhood Special Instruction (EDACAFAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Autism & Neurodevelopmental Early Intervention Programs (EDACAFAF), Health Education & Parent Coaching (Sleep, Safety, Illness Management) (EDACAMAN), Therapy-Integrated Childcare Support (coordination with OT/PT/SLP/ABA) (HSAAAIAM), Maternal, Child & Family Health Program Funding (HLAJALAG)

Keywords

• Pediatric therapy services
• Early intervention therapy
• Occupational therapy
• Speech language pathology
• Developmental delay services

Headquarters

HQ city

Irvine

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Insurance Reimbursements: ICEC is an in-network provider for Anthem Blue Cross PPO, Aetna PPO, and Kaiser Permanente. Services are billed through insurance for covered families.
2. Regional Center Funding: Funded by Regional Center of Orange County (RCOC) for early intervention services for children 0-3 years with developmental delays. Also partners with multiple regional centers in the area.
3. Private Pay: Families can access programs and services through private pay options, including Treehouse Services and individual therapy sessions paid directly by families.
4. Donations and Grants: As a non-profit organization, ICEC receives monetary donations from individuals and organizations, as well as grants to fund programs, equipment, and facility improvements.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

ICEC is a non-profit pediatric therapy clinic that delivers evidence-based early intervention services — Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech Pathology, and Infant Development — to children from birth to age five with developmental delays in Orange County, California. Services are delivered one-on-one and in small therapeutic groups on-site at its Irvine clinic, supplemented by programs such as the TOPS therapeutic preschool, group programs (Little Sprout, Little Buds, Bloom and Grow), the IDP infant program, and private-pay Treehouse Services. Funding is sourced through Regional Center of Orange County contracts, in-network insurance (Anthem Blue Cross PPO, Aetna PPO, Kaiser Permanente), private pay, donations, and grants.

Product overview

ICEC is a non-profit pediatric therapy clinic offering a comprehensive portfolio of early intervention services for children from birth to age five. The core service offerings include four therapy disciplines (Infant Development, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Speech Pathology), supplemented by group programs (TOPS, Little Sprout, Little Buds, Bloom and Grow, and IDP) and private pay Treehouse Services (Kids in the Kitchen, AAC Acorns & Oaks, Little Lines Big Skills, Treehouse Club). Services are provided in-clinic with individual therapy, group sessions, and parent training components, primarily funded through Regional Center of Orange County, insurance (Anthem Blue Cross PPO, Aetna PPO, Kaiser Permanente), and private pay options.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Infant Development An infant and toddler development program funded by RCOC for children ages 0-3 with developmental delays, focusing on fine motor, gross motor, adaptive skills, speech/language, cognition, and social-emotional development through play-based therapy sessions.
• Occupational Therapy Pediatric occupational therapy addressing gross motor, fine motor, sensory integration, self-care, and feeding needs to help children navigate and perceive their world and gain independence in daily activities.
• Physical Therapy Early intervention physical therapy addressing motor skills from head control through walking, jumping, and other milestones through play-based sessions that build strength, flexibility, and coordination.
• Speech Pathology Speech-language pathology services treating communication disorders including expressive/receptive language, pragmatics, articulation, phonology, fluency, and AAC (augmentative and alternative communication).
• TOPS (Teaching Our Preschoolers) A small group therapeutic preschool for 2.5-4.5 year olds, offered mornings (Mon-Thu 9 AM-12 PM) and TOPS FOURward afternoons (Wed-Thu 1-4 PM), designed for both typically developing preschoolers and those with developmental delays.
• Little Sprout A 3:1 child-to-staff ratio group program for children ages 1-2 developing communication, social interaction, motor skills, and self-help abilities through play-based activities.
• Little Buds A 3:1 child-to-staff ratio program for children ages 2-3 building foundational developmental skills across motor development, communication, play, and sensory processing.
• Bloom and Grow A multidisciplinary 2:1 child-to-staff ratio group program for children ages 2-3 with developmental delays, with a strong behavioral focus supporting regulation, routine, and engagement.
• IDP (Infant Development Program) A program for infants 0-12 months sponsored by the Assistance League of Laguna Beach, providing weekly family-centered early intervention classes and specialized services for at-risk children with developmental delays.
• Treehouse Services A collection of private-pay programs including Kids in the Kitchen, AAC Acorns & Oaks, Little Lines Big Skills (Handwriting Without Tears), and Treehouse Club for children ages 3-5.
• Kids in the Kitchen A six-week cooking class where children ages 3-5 learn basic kitchen skills, safety, and healthy eating through hands-on recipes.
• AAC Acorns & Oaks A program where kids practice using AAC (augmentative and alternative communication) devices in play-based activities with monthly parent support sessions; Acorns for beginners (Fri 9-11 AM) and Oaks for experienced users (Wed 2-4 PM).
• Little Lines, Big Skills A six-week Handwriting Without Tears program designed for children ages 4:0-5:11.
• Treehouse Club An afterschool, play-based, inclusive program for children ages 3:0-5:11 to socialize and build skills with therapist and teacher support.
• Sibling Care Childcare services for siblings of enrolled children during therapy sessions, allowing parents to focus on the child receiving services.

Quantifiable outcome

• 40 years of service to Orange County families
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Core technology

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Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Regional Center of Orange County (RCOC)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1983Since 1983, ICEC has maintained a strong partnership with the Regional Center of Orange County (RCOC), offering essential early start services. RCOC provides funding and referrals for children under 3 years with developmental delays. Today, ICEC has expanded its reach, partnering with multiple Regional Centers in the area.
• Assistance League of Laguna Beach (ALLB)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Infant Development Program (IDP) is designed for infants 0-12 months sponsored by the Assistance League of Laguna Beach (ALLB). IDP provides weekly family-centered early intervention classes and specialized services for children who may be at risk or have developmental delays. IDP takes place on Wednesdays 9 AM - 12 PM at the ALLB chapter house.
• Anthem Blue Cross PPOminorGTM or Marketing PartnerICEC is an in-network provider for Anthem Blue Cross PPO, allowing insured families to access therapy services through their insurance coverage.
• Aetna PPOminorGTM or Marketing PartnerICEC is an in-network provider for Aetna PPO, allowing insured families to access therapy services through their insurance coverage.
• Kaiser PermanenteminorGTM or Marketing PartnerICEC is an in-network provider for Kaiser Permanente, allowing insured families to access therapy services through their insurance coverage.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Speech and Language Development Center: Non-profit early intervention and pediatric therapy provider in California serving children with autism and developmental delays. Directly comparable in mission, age range (0-5), multidisciplinary therapy model, and Regional Center funding relationships.
• Pediatric Therapy Network (PTN): Non-profit pediatric therapy organization serving children with developmental delays in Southern California, providing OT, PT, and speech therapy. Direct competitor to ICEC in the OC/LA early intervention market with similar referral-based GTM through Regional Centers.
• AbilityPath (formerly Ability Now): Bay Area-based non-profit serving children and adults with developmental disabilities including early intervention therapy services. Operates a comparable multidisciplinary therapy model funded through Regional Centers and insurance, with similar family support programs.
• Providence Speech and Hearing Center: Non-profit speech-language and audiology provider in Southern California, including pediatric services for children with developmental delays. Closely comparable in clinical discipline mix (SLP-anchored) and non-profit, grant-and-insurance-funded structure.
• Momentum Pediatric Therapy Network: Washington-state non-profit pediatric therapy provider offering multidisciplinary early intervention services including occupational, physical, and speech therapy. Highly comparable mission-driven, multi-site clinic model with similar referral and insurance funding mix.

Emerging players

• Helping Hand Pediatric Therapy: Southern California pediatric therapy practice offering OT, PT, and speech services for children with developmental needs. Comparable clinical offerings and target families but smaller-scale, for-profit counterpart to ICEC's non-profit model.

Broad incumbents

• Easter Seals Southern California: Large national non-profit affiliate providing pediatric therapy, early intervention, and disability services across Southern California including OC. Overlaps with ICEC on early intervention OT/PT/Speech and Regional Center-funded services, but operates at much larger scale and broader service scope.

Others

• Frank D. Lanterman Regional Center Provider Network: Provider network for early intervention services funded through a California regional center in Los Angeles County. Adjacent peer in that it represents the broader ecosystem of Regional Center-funded therapy providers that ICEC's referral and funding mechanics depend on.

Regional players

• Therapy West / Coastline Pediatric Therapy: Southern California-based pediatric therapy clinic chain offering OT, PT, and speech for children with developmental delays. Comparable service portfolio and target population, but operates across multiple SoCal locations with broader geographic reach than ICEC's single Irvine site.
• California Children's Services (CCS) / Alta California Regional Center Providers: Network of therapy providers funded through California's regional center system serving children with developmental disabilities. Comparable to ICEC's RCOC-funded model but serving Northern California catchment areas rather than Orange County.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/iceckids
• Xx.com/iceccancer
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/intervention-center-for-early-childhood

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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