Request Information
+1 (877) 566-9247

CIP Berkeley Berkeley, California

CIP Berkeley is a specialized transition program in the Bay Area of California assisting young adults on the Autism Spectrum, ADHD, and other learning differences to find success in college, employment, and independent living

Welcome to Berkeley, a Diverse and Eclectic City with Strong Local Roots

CIP Berkeley was founded in 2007 and is situated in Northern California’s progressive East Bay. With a population of 120,000, Berkeley is a unique and accepting community that prides itself on diversity. Sheltered by rolling hills and the San Francisco Bay, this environmentally conscious city is surrounded by a beautiful landscape and an abundance of recreational and community-based activities.

1:2 STAFF-STUDENT Ratio

130 Social Activities
Annually

20-30 Hours of
Service Weekly

3.5 Cumulative GPA

91% Parent
Satisfaction Rating

95% Average Student
Attendance Rates

20 Hours Community Service Per Student

CIP BERKELEY
13 YEARS IN OPERATION

College Academics

CIP Berkeley offers support at local 2-year, 4-year and university options. Students can pursue degrees in fields such as Social Work, Computer Information Systems, Multimedia and Design, Criminal Justice, Culinary Arts, Early Childhood Education, Animal Care, Engineering and Fine Arts.

autism transition program | academy of art university
autism transition program | download
autism transition program | download 2
Cal State East Bay
Academic Support at CIP Berkeley

Meet Our Berkeley Team

CIP Berkeley has an experienced, professional staff with strong educational backgrounds and solid experience working with young adults with Asperger’s, ADHD and other Learning Differences.

Autism Program Director Staff Headshot

Pilar Page, M.S.W

Program Director

Pilar Page has worked in the field of education and administration for over a decade as an advisor, career coach, licensed counselor and as a director of student services. Her experiences include providing access, advocacy and support for students with learning differences, ensuring institution compliance with federal and state laws, developing curriculum to ensure quality programming, and also facilitating counseling sessions, workshops, and professional development for students and staff.
Read More...
autism transition program | Jay Arter Headshot

Jay Arter

Office Manager

Jay has worked in human resources and office management for several years. Most recently finding success working in the hospitality industry at the PlumpJack Group. Jay enjoys building professional relationships, streamlining systems and creating a comfortable and efficient environment for all.
Read More...
Jeffrey Beauregard, M.Ed.

Jeff Beauregard, M.Ed.

Head Student Advisor

Jeff joined CIP in October 2016 after a decade spent working in public elementary, secondary, and higher education settings, as well as for a post-secondary transition consultant. Among other things, Jeff taught in classrooms and worked on special education teams. One of his favorite projects was working on an interdisciplinary team that developed a public high school’s first-ever life skills program.
Read More...
Autism Program Staff Headshot

Sylvia Wenninger, M.A., L.M.F.T.

Clinician

Sylvia Wenninger has worked in the field of psychotherapy since 2006, and has been a clinician at CIP Berkeley since 2016. She previously found success inspiring young adults with mental health challenges at Girls, Inc. and Fred Finch Youth Center.
Read More...
Autism Program Staff Headshot

Daniele Svingos, L.C.S.W.

Clinician

Daniele is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been working with the children and families of the East Bay for over 20 years.She received her Master’s from the University of Chicago and worked at the University of Chicago Hospital’s Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Daniele attended the University of Santa Cruz for undergraduate school and received a BA in Community Studies.
Read More...
autism transition program |

Joanne Taylor, Ph.D.

Career Coordinator

Joanne is the Career Coordinator at CIP Berkeley. Joanne comes to CIP with over a decade of teaching at the college level. Her course covered Film Studies, Business Communication, College Writing, and, her favorite, Zombies. Joanne earned a PhD from UC Berkeley in Performance Studies with a concentration in Film Studies--her doctoral dissertation covered, you guessed it, zombie cinema. She also holds a BA from UC Berkeley with majors in English (Shakespeare) and Music (Opera).
Read More...
Antoinette Grant, M.A.

Antoinette Grant, M.A.

Academic Coaching

Antoinette has worked in the field of education trauma and other complex learning differences for more than a decade, as a counselor, tutor and clinician. She found success in supporting and working with young adults who are pursuing higher education. She provides individuals with a design plan that will help them achieved their overall aim in view.
Read More...
autism transition program |

Anna Bernick B.A.

Academic Coach

Anna has worked in the field of disability since 2014. First as an intern for Mayor's Office on Disability in San Francisco and doing disability rights work at University of California Berkeley. As a woman on the autism spectrum herself, she has previously found success working with the disability community at UC Berkeley as a member of the ASUC Disabled Students Committee, advocating for other students with disabilities by contributing to campaigns to provide safe spaces for them.
Read More...
autism transition program | JustinReed 300x300 1

Justin Reid, B.S.

Life Skills Coach

Justin Reid has been working to help students from high school to college for over a decade with his background as basketball coach, mentor, academic supervisor, and behavioral specialist. He has an expertise in creating successful plans and solutions for students that balance their individual sport, personal and academic goals while ensuring they don’t lose focus on their mental health and well-being.
Read More...
Autism Program Staff Headshot

Claire Ngoon, M.B.A.

Life Skills and Wellness Coach

After 6 years as an HR professional, Claire Ngoon left the industry to pursue her passion to help people surpass their own expectations and discovering their own inner power to thrive. Since 2017, Claire has coached students between the ages of 8 - 70 years old on developing stress management skills, self confidence, and a growth mindset to overcome personal obstacles and become comfortable with uncertainty and change. Among her students include individuals on the spectrum, entrepreneurs, and busy moms.
Read More...
autism transition program | Coleen

Coleen Holliday, M.A.

Academic Coach

Coleen has worked in the field of education for 10 years in various roles including an Americorps volunteer, Teacher’s Assistant, and elementary School Counselor. She previously found success working with college students with learning differences as a graduate student. Coleen has earned a master’s degree in School Counseling from the University of Arizona in Tucson, Arizona.
Read More...
autism transition program | Eli

Eli Fujita, B.A.

Student Advisor

Eli Fujita has worked in the advising and student services field for four years. They previously worked with a job training and high school diploma program as a teacher and career counselor, and they have also worked in several summer camps with children and adults of many ages and abilities.
Read More...
autism transition program |

Gemma Jerez, M.A.

Student Support Specialist

Gemma has worked in the field of higher education for over five years as a Summer Bridge Intern, and as an Academic Coach Intern, where she supported first-generation young adults, and young adults with learning differences. She also worked as a Paraeducator, working with middle schoolers, who had various learning differences. She previously found success supporting young adults with skills that include goal setting, time management, and navigating their academic progress in their higher education studies.
Read More...
autism transition program | Elaine Reichenbach4 300x300 1

Elaine Reichenbach, B.A

Student Advisor

Elaine has worked in the field of social work and office administration for over 12 years serving as a Refugee Support Officer & Family Caseworker for a local government organization in the U.K. In her role, she helped individuals and families access housing, healthcare & education services while additionally running a tight ship as an administrative officer and service coordinator.
Read More...
autism transition program |

Ivianna Law, B.A.

Social Skills Coach

Ivianna has worked in the field of Special Education for 2 years as an Educational Specialist. She previously found success working with/for in education as a tutor and focuses on student success in education and their academics. As a Life Skills Coach at CIP, Ivianna helps student develop skills and expand their tool kit as they transition into adulthood by/through focuses on social and emotional growth and real life experiences.
Read More...
Autism Program Staff Headshot

Nicole Coronel

Career Coach

Nicole has worked in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and complex learning differences for three years. She previously found success implementing treatment plans developed by a board certified behavior analyst which focused on skills such as communication, behavior, and social skills.
Read More...
CIP Berkeley Staff Profiles

Student Life​

The moderate climate, superb park system and access to the ocean and mountains make Berkeley a great city for outdoor recreation. CIP is located in the heart of downtown Berkeley providing easy access to all that the East Bay offers.

CIP Berkeley Student Life

Apartment Living​

Students reside in fully-furnished apartments located within a couple blocks of the CIP offices and classrooms. Living with one apartment-mate, each student has their own bedroom and shares the bathroom(s), kitchen and living room.

CIP Berkeley Apartment Living

Internships & Jobs

Each student’s interests are explored and developed through volunteering, internships and job placements. Student internships and jobs have included places like Alta Bates Hospital, The Oakland Zoo, The YMCA, Berkeley Public Library, and The Animal Rescue Foundation; just to name a few.

CIP Berkeley helps prepare young adults on the autism spectrum, with ADHD, and other learning differences for the world of work. From resume development to job coaching, CIP’s career department supports students while they pursue their interests.

CIP Berkeley Career Preparation

Meet a Few Of Our Students

CIP Berkeley students come from all over and pursue their individual goals and dreams within the program. Meet a few students below:

Jonathan J.

Alex H.

Tristin

Recent News & Updates

  • CIP Berkeley
autism transition program | Mailman20delivering20a20parcel20at20a20womans20house rAImSi

CIP Berkeley Is On The Move!

  • CIP Berkeley
autism transition program | image1 1 7d7GHG

Overcoming Obstacles: A CIP Student’s Story

  • CIP Berkeley
autism transition program | Brunette20teen20using20a20tablet20pc20sitting20on20the20floor20in20a20living20room jX59Vl

Reflections on 2020: Through The Lens of a Young Adult with Autism

  • CIP Berkeley

What CIP Stands For: Black Lives Matter

  • CIP Berkeley
autism transition program | VLOG CONTEST WINNER HEADER Tristan 1 A8hkZS

Blog: What CIP Means To Me Contest Winner – Tristan

Spotlight on Success

Hear from CIP Berkeley students and families share their personal journey, finding CIP, and experiencing success.

Play
Call +1 (877) 566-9247 or fill our our online inquiry form to request assistance in finding a CIP location.

Follow #CIPBerkeley

Facebook Youtube Instagram Linkedin

CIP is a recognized and approved vendor of the California Regional Centers

Department of Developmental Services web page: www.dds.ca.gov
Department of Developmental Services telephone number: (916) 654-1987

Locations
Programs
About CIP

We’ve been helping young adults on the autism spectrum and with learning differences find success in college, employment, and independent living since 1984. 

Learn more about one of the world’s most comprehensive programs for young adults with learning differences

Request Information
OR
+1 (877) 566-9247
Think Positive :: College Internship Program 35 Years of Excellence 1984-2019
Facebook Icon
YouTube Icon
Twitter Icon
LinkedIn Icon
Instagram Icon

© 2021 College Internship Program. All rights reserved.

+ Site Map
COVID-19: Important news and updatesGet info
+
CIP Logo
Request Information
Call (877) 566-9247
Contact Us via Email
About
Admissions
Curriculum
Programs
More
CIP Berkshire
CIP Brevard
CIP Bloomington
CIP Berkeley
CIP Long Beach