Quest Therapeutic Camps of Southern California (Director: Jodie Knott, Ph.D., BCBA) provides summer day camp services specifically designed to help kids build skills and confidence in many areas related to social and emotional development including communication, social skills, emotion regulation, prosocial behaviors, and developing a growth mindset.

We welcome kids with ADHD, high-functioning Autism (formerly Asperger’s Disorder), social anxiety, learning disabilities, depression, and more. Many of our campers don't have any diagnosis or receive any special education services, but would benefit from a more structured environment, specifically tailored to build skills and enhance growth in a safe, supportive, fun atmosphere.

Quest is...

An experiential learning program that combines aspects of cognitive behavioral therapy, skill development in a variety of areas including teaching and practicing strategies for emotion regulation and social skill development including how to engage in social learning.

Innovative Treatment

Innovative treatment that is fun and proven effective.

Skilled Professionals

Services provided by skilled professionals with years of training.

Interventions and Support

Connected home behavior support and interventions.

Supportive Environment

A safe, supportive environment.

Individualized Goals

Individualized goals for all campers.

Consistent Feedback

Clear, consistent feedback to campers every hour.

Small camper-to-staff ratios

Small camper to staff ratios.

ACA Accreditation

Accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA).

Quest's Therapeutic Model

Quest has been found across 4 studies to help children with mild to moderate social, emotional, and behavioral difficulties.

Quest is proud to be accredited by the American Camp Association.

Learn More

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

Jodie knott quest adhd summer camp director 350x350

Dr. Jodie Knott

Director | Licensed Psychologist and Behavior Analyst

Dr. Jodie Knott, who has directed Quest since 2009, 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 provide a structured, individualized environment designed to develop important life skills and behavior for a wide variety of children including children with ADHD, anxiety, depression, adjustment disorders, learning disabilities and high functioning autism (previously Asperger’s Disorder). A diagnosis or learning difference is not a requirement to be eligible for Quest Camp as all children can benefit from development in their social and emotional skills.

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

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

Quest adhd summer camp social awareness research study

Happy Campers

Testimonials

Quest adhd camper mom testimonial 120x120

"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

Quest autism camper dad testimonial 120x120

“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!"

Get In Touch

Give us a call or send us a message using the form below.