Our ABA Services provide evidence-informed, individualized support to help children and youth develop practical skills, increase independence and participate fully in the activities that matter most to them.
Three ways to support your child and family.
Does your child want to join an Inclusion program but needs additional support to participate?
Our Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) services are part of Holland Bloorview’s inclusion programs. We work with children, youth, families and program teams to identify what will help each child take part in activities that interest them.
Support may include individual sessions, parent and caregiver coaching, or small-group learning. Together, we focus on skills and support that connect to participation in inclusion programs.
We start by learning about your child’s interests, strengths, communication and support needs. We also want to hear what has helped your child feel comfortable and involved in other activities.
Together, we identify participation goals. These might include:
Supporting participation also means looking at the program itself. We consider how routines, activities, materials and staff approaches could better support your child.
We’re here to make getting started as simple and supportive as possible. Follow the steps below to begin your journey with our ABA services.
You may have questions about ABA therapy, what services will look like, or whether ABA is right for your child. That's completely understandable.
Our team will guide you through each step, answer your questions, and take the time to understand what matters most to your child and family.
Step 1: Reach Out
Complete our Behavioral Background and Intake Form so we can learn more about your child, your family’s priorities, and the type of support you are seeking. Email your completed form to Amanda Modrovsky at amodrovsky@hollandbloorview.ca
Step 2: Let’s Talk
Once we receive your form, a member of our team will connect with you to learn more about your needs, answer any questions you may have, and help you understand our available services and next steps.
Step 3: Register for Services
When you’re ready to move forward, register for One-to-One ABA Therapy or One-to-One Parent Coaching through our Inclusion Registration Portal: Register for ABA Services. If you know what you want, you can skip steps 1 & 2 and register directly for services.
If you are new to the registration portal, you will need to create an account. Please keep your username and password in a safe place, as you will need this information to access your account and manage your registration.
Need Help?
If you’re unsure which service is right for your family or need assistance with the registration process, our team is happy to help. You don’t have to figure it out on your own. Email Amanda Modrovsky at amodrovsky@hollandbloorview.ca
Applied behaviour analysis is an evidence-based approach to understanding how people learn and how their environment influences behaviour. ABA uses individualized, measurable strategies to help children and youth build meaningful skills that support greater independence, communication, flexibility, social participation, emotional regulation, and success in everyday life.
Not necessarily. A formal autism diagnosis is not required to participate in our privately funded individual or group services, provided the program is appropriate for your child’s needs.
Goals are selected collaboratively based on your child’s individual strengths, needs, priorities, and everyday experiences. The process may include caregiver input, direct observation, skills assessment, and discussion of situations that are currently challenging or important to your family. Goals are then individualized so they are meaningful, measurable, and fuctional.
Group-based services provide opportunities to learn and practice skills alongside peers in a structured and supportive environment. Depending on the program, areas of focus may include communication, flexibility, collaboration, problem-solving, self-advocacy, social interaction, and navigating everyday situations.
Individual behaviour coaching/1:1 ABA therapy provides more personalized support focused specifically on the child or youth goals. Sessions can address individual barriers, build specific skills, and allow strategies to be adapted based on progress.
Parent and caregiver coaching is integrated into behaviour coaching whenever appropriate. Caregivers are important members of the treatment team and can help skills carry over beyond sessions. Coaching may include discussing strategies, reviewing progress, problem-solving situations that occur at home or in the community, and helping caregivers confidently support their child’s goals in everyday life.
Yes. Our ABA services and programs are designed to align with the principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis and relevant Ontario Autism domains. ABA is recognized as an eligible core clinical service within the OAP. Depending on your child’s funding allocation and the specific service, OAP funding may be used towards eligible services.
The length of service depends on the type of support being accessed and the individual goals. Group programs typically run for approximately 6-12 weeks depending on the specific program. For individual coaching/1:1 ABA therapy, we generally recommend beginning with a minimum commitment of approximately 6 weeks. The overall length of service may vary depending on the goals identified, the level of support required, progress, and whether additional goals are developed. Progress is reviewed throughout service so that recommendations can change as the child/youth’s needs change.
Yes. Virtual appointments are available when appropriate for the individual’s goals and needs. Virtual sessions can work well for caregiver coaching, consultation, planning and certain individual goals. However, in-person sessions may provide additional opportunities to observe and practice skills in real-life situations, particularly when goals involve social interaction, community participation, daily living skills, or other hands-on learning opportunities. The most appropriate format can be discussed during intake.
Getting started is easy. Parents, caregivers and other referral sources can complete our referral form to provide some initial information about the child/youth, their goals, and the type of service they are interested in. Behavioral Coaching and Intake Form Once the referral has been received, we will review the information and connect with your to discuss next steps and determine which service may be the best fit. Once you have completed the form, please email to amodrovsky@hollandbloorview.ca
