About Us
ABA in the GTA Autism Behaviour Therapy provides Home-Based Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) Therapy services throughout the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).
- Ontario Autism Program (OAP) approved provider.
- Owned and operated by a Registered Behavour Analyst, R.B.A. (ONT.) Board Certified Behavior Analyst® (BCBA®) with over 13 years of experience in the field. Offering daytime, evening, and/or weekend sessions. Choose from two, three, or five sessions weekly.
- Our clients are active partners in therapy, leading the way towards progress and success.
At ABA in the GTA, we believe in curating the perfect team, uniquely tailored to each client, ensuring an individualized and personalized touch. We partner with our clients to achieve goals by focusing on their strengths, building new skills, and providing unwavering support every step of the way.
ABA Therapy Services
Discover our ABA Therapy Services at ABA in the GTA Autism Behaviour Therapy. From communication to cognitive skills, behavior support to daily living skills, we offer comprehensive programs tailored to meet the diverse needs of individuals with autism.
Communication
We offer individualized communication services including establishing a communication system (speech or picture exchange), teaching receptive identification of objects, following instructions in and out of context, responding to name, and imitation.
Behaviour
We address interfering behaviours by identifying their function and developing personalized plans to promote adaptive behaviour. Through pinpointing the function of these behaviours, our clients can receive the ABA support they need to meet their needs and achieve their goals.
Executive Functioning and Self Regulation
Executive functioning and self-regulation skills are crucial for daily living. We work with individuals on planning, organizing, prioritizing, and self-monitoring. We also support emotional regulation and adapting to changes in routine.
Social, Play, and Leisure
Our aim is to foster important social skills such as turn-taking, sharing, and group participation to support individuals in navigating social situations and building meaningful friendships. Our ABA approach promotes confidence and enjoyment of social activities, helping our clients to thrive socially and emotionally.
Independence and Daily Living
Practical daily living skills such as money management, cooking, shopping, and transportation are a top priority at ABA in the GTA. Moreover, we offer instruction in essential hygiene practices, dressing routines, and following independent activity schedules.
Cognitive
To enhance cognitive development, we prioritize skills such as matching 3D/2D objects, sorting, block design, and both gross and fine motor imitation. Additionally, we foster academic and school readiness skills including attending to an instructor and actively participating in teacher-led circle time routines.
We Want to Hear Your Story
Call or email us so we can get to know you better. Schedule a Free 30-minute consultation to see how we can assist you.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Ontario Autism Program (OAP) is a needs-based government-funded program. This means that the funds you obtain varies on the extent of intervention your child or youth requires. The program provides various services and supports to families and individuals on the autism spectrum. Services and supports you may be eligible for include, foundational family services, caregiver-mediated early years programs, core clinical services, entry to school programs, and urgent response services. Click here to learn more about core clinical services and supports. To register for the OAP, your child or youth must meet certain criteria. For example, they need to be under the age of 18 and live in Ontario. Your child or youth will also require a written diagnosis of autism from a qualified professional.
AccessOAP is responsible for intake procedures and is funded by the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services. The organization's primary objective is to help families access autism services throughout Ontario. Families can reach out to their AccessOAP Care Coordinator for assistance making informed decisions regarding funding.
Our Clinical Director, Julie Scher, is an approved OAP provider.
Therapy can take place in home or community-based settings, such as school or camp. We also offer virtual sessions.
The number of therapy hours needed is individualized and based on the unique needs of your child/youth. We provide both Comprehensive and Focused ABA services, ranging from 5-25 hours per week. Comprehensive ABA programs provide intensive therapy for several hours a day, several days a week, for an extended period of time. Focused ABA programs provide targeted intervention for specific areas and require less direct therapy and supervision time compared to comprehensive programs.
Your therapy team will consist of a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA®) who designs and monitors program effectiveness based on mutually agreed upon goals. Another crucial member of your team is the Behaviour Therapists (BT) who works directly with your child/youth each session. Once you agree to services, we will gather the perfect team to support you and your loved one.
The cost of an ABA program depends on the number of hours you and your loved one need. In general, you pay for the direct therapy by the Behaviour Therapist and Supervision fees for the BCBA® to monitor and update all aspects of the ABA program. Please contact us for a free 30-minute consultation so we can learn more about your situation.
Your BCBA® or BT will suggest materials that you should purchase to enhance progamming (e.g., language builder cards, etc).
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Our Values
Welcome to our values section, where we share the principles and beliefs that guide us in providing exceptional care to our clients. Check out our blog on Today's ABA for more information about our values.
Trust
A part of our mission is to prioritize the well-being of our clients by providing safe, respectful, and dignified care. We understand that trust is crucial for effective therapy, and we are committed to creating a supportive environment where clients feel confident in our services. We aim to:
- Foster inclusivity by establishing a secure and welcoming space for everyone.
- Create an environment where individuals feel comfortable being themselves.
Empowerment
We believe in empowering our clients by fostering a culture of assent, where their input and consent are sought and respected throughout the therapy process, allowing them to take an active role in their own growth and development. We aim to:
- Promote personal growth by emphasizing solutions instead of problems, and by providing opportunities to learn, develop, and succeed.
- Encourage individuals to view challenges as opportunities for growth and provide resources and support to help achieve goals.
Respect
Our approach is grounded in the principles of respect and client-centeredness. We are committed to empowering our clients by respecting their bodily autonomy and encouraging a client-led approach, ensuring that their individual needs and preferences are always at the forefront of our services. We aim to:
- Provide care that is grounded in the values of family-centeredness and evidence-based practice.
- Employ solution-focused and strength-based methods to attain goals.
- Create a secure and nurturing environment that prioritizes the physical, mental, and emotional safety of all who are part of it.
Fun
We place emphasis on building a positive rapport with our clients to create an inclusive and welcoming environment, where learning is effective, engaging, and fun. We aim to:
- Take a client-led approach and incorporate motivating and fun activities that are personalized to the individual's interests and needs.
- Build self-confidence and positive social connections by incorporating fun and engaging activities into therapy sessions while achieving therapy goals.
Next Steps
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If you love what we have to offer, give us your preferred schedule to get the process of ABA therapy started.