Registration is the process families use to book one of NAPA’s 3-week intensive therapy programs. Because these sessions are highly personalized and in high demand, registration helps us manage availability, match families with the right therapists, and ensure each child receives the care that best fits their needs. Planning ahead is essential, as spots fill quickly.
Starting with the 2026 calendar year, we’ve shifted to a rolling registration model. Instead of opening all session dates at once, we’ll break the year into three smaller enrollment periods, each focused on a specific part of the year. This means you’ll register for sessions closer to when you plan to attend, rather than needing to book a full year in advance.
STEP 1: Complete an Interest Form
If you’re new to NAPA, your first step is submitting an interest form directly from our website. This gives our team the basic information we need to get to know your family and begin the process of connecting you with the right care. Once we receive your form, you’ll get an email with a personalized link to complete your intake.
Have questions before you’re ready to dive in? You’ll also have the option to schedule a discovery session with our Client Experience team. It’s a chance to ask questions, learn more about what to expect, and make sure NAPA is the right fit for your family before moving forward.
STEP 2: Complete Your Intake
The intake process is an important step because it helps our therapists understand your child’s history, goals, and needs so we can build the right plan for them. Take your time filling it out thoroughly — the more we know, the better we can serve your family.
After you submit, our team will review your intake and be in touch within two weeks. What happens next depends on the type of program you’re interested in:
STEP 3: Download Ocean Friends and Log In
Once your intake is complete, you’re ready to download the Ocean Friends app, available on both iOS and Android. Ocean Friends is our client portal where you can view current intensive availability, manage appointments, and stay connected with your care team, all in one place.
To log in, simply use the phone number you provided when you submitted your interest form. No separate account creation needed. You’re all set.
All 2026 Intensives are now available to register for on our new patient portal, Ocean Friends!
Our registration process for 2027 intensive therapy sessions will continue with the rolling enrollment model introduced last year. Rather than a single annual registration window, we offer three smaller enrollment periods throughout the year, making scheduling more flexible and allowing you to register closer to your preferred session dates.
Each enrollment period uses the lottery-based system we have established in previous years. All submissions received during a registration window are entered into a randomized selection process, rather than being processed on a first-come, first-served basis. This approach ensures a fair and equitable opportunity for all families, regardless of when they submit their registration within the window.
| Enrollment Period | 2027 Intensive Sessions |
|---|---|
| July 27, 2028 | 8:00 AM PDT - Aug 2, 2026 | 11:59 PM PDT | January 4 - January 22 January 25 - February 12 February 15 - March 5 March 8 - March 26 March 29 - April 2 (One-Weeker) April 5 - April 23 |
| Nov 2, 2026 - Nov 8, 2026 | April 26 - May 14 May 17 - June 4* June 7 - June 25 June 28 - July 2 (One-Weeker) July 6 - July 23** July 26 - August 13 August 16 - September 3 |
| Mar 1, 2027 - Mar 7, 2027 | September 7 - September 10** (One-Weeker) September 13 - October 1 October 4 - October 22 October 25 - November 12 November 15 - December 3* December 6 - December 23** December 28 - December 30** (One-Weeker) |
