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Autism Counselling services are meant for caregivers and family members who are seeking emotional support to cope with the challenges associated with raising a child on the autism spectrum. I will collaborate with you and your family to develop essential skills and enhance your capacity to care for your child.

My goal is to empower families, enhance your coping skills, and create a network of support that positively impacts the well-being and development of your child and family.

Things I can help with:
Skill Development
Emotional Support
Resource Connection
Advocacy
Education

Person-focused counselling for children and youth ages 3-18 with autism

ASD/ADHD Academic and Life Coaching for teens and young adults in regular school settings with low support needs. ADHD/ASD Adult Coaching for careers, homelife. In coaching we work on designing a life that works for our specific neurodiverse traits, interests, sensitivities and executive function support needs.

BCaBA working with a team of professionals, providing ABA services in the Halton and Peel regions.

I am private Resource Consultant providing coaching, advocacy, and support to families and individuals of all ages and abilities. Currently, during COVID, all meetings are done virtually. I work with parents in implementing the goals and strategies developed by therapists within the home. I also provide materials that compliment what the child is learning in school. I coach parents and siblings on ways to engage in activities within the home in a natural way.
For teens and adults the emphasis is on life coaching. This may include working on goals, navigating life-skills activities, and working through new scenarios. I complete research of resources and other agencies that can assist the family or individual. I also provide support in preparing for meetings with schools, therapists, and/or specialist and will attend if requested. Follow-up sessions are arranged weekly or as needed.

Parent Mediated Intervention (community, home-based, and online).
School-based ABA treatment programs for clients with ASD.
Education seminars.
Clinical supervision.

Individual, Couple, Family and Parent counseling to enhance the mental health and well-being of autistic individuals and their loved ones. In person, secure online video, phone and email therapy available. Our team offers strengths-based person-centred counseling.

General dentistry services and dental surgeries with sedation or general anesthesia. Certified specialist in dental anaesthesia (RCDSO)

Diagnosis and assessment; consultation; parenting skills, mood and anxiety issues; concerns related to autism across the developmental span; therapy for individuals and families who are affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder

Speech, language and swallowing assessment and therapy

In-home and community-based neurodiversity-affirming OT services in West Toronto and Mississauga. Functional sensory processing, emotional regulation, fine and gross motor skills, life skills, participation in leisure/recreation activities.

Psychotherapy and mental health therapy consultations, services, workshops, and groups for children, youth, adults, and the elderly. Individual, couples, and family therapy offered.

Educationally-enriching activities for their children ages 3-18, LKA is the leading Montessori-inspired cooking academy providing a safe and empowering environment to learn practical life skills, confidence, independence, and healthy eating habits to last a lifetime.

Heather Sansom is a Registered Psychotherapist trained in a variety of experiential and talk-based methods. She has experience counselling youth and adult autistic and other neurodivergent clients who are diagnosed, or wonder if they may be diagnosable. Heather regularly helps clients with stress, depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and practical skills for relationships and thriving in life. Heather is also a facilitator for Autism Ontario’s support group for newly diagnosed adults.

Currently working in the field of Applied Behaviour Analysis since 2013; offering ABA/IBI services in both public and private settings in the city of London, Ontario.

Degree/Certificates:
BA Psychology with a Minor in Law (Carleton University).
Autism and Behavioural Science Post-Graduate Certificate (Algonquin College).
Pediatric Healthcare Aide Certificate (Joint collaboration between Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario and Algonquin College).
Completion of Provincially-mandated Intensive Behavioural Intervention Training through Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario.
Completion of Provincially-mandated Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Training through the Ontario Public Service (MCCSS).
Indigenous Cultural Safety Training Certificate (Provincially-mandated).
Livingworks Start Certificate. Mental Health First Aid Certificate.

I am experienced in teaching nonverbal children, along with those with a range of abilities. I have been a teacher for several decades. I am currently accepting clients in the evening, especially those between the ages of 1.5 to three (3) years old.

My rate is starting at $50/hour, but can be negotiated depending on the financial needs of the family. I can act as a consultant (caregiver training) or as a therapist (direct 1:1 with child). I am registered and maintain good standing.

My work is generally based in documented and research-proven materials such as ABLLS and VB-Mapp. Additional stimuli would be added during a typical session to promote communication and reinforced using typical reinforcers.

If you are interested in such services, please message me.

We offer day program ( full and half days) as well as respite to adults with special needs and intellectual differences.

This private clinical practice serves preschool and school-age children with a variety of diagnoses including but not limited to: Autism Spectrum Disorder, Learning Disabilities, Attention Deficit Disorder, Developmental Coordination Disorder, Developmental Delays and Sensory Processing Issues.
Clients are seen for assessment, consultation and treatment.
Therapy is customized to meet the needs of each child and family.
Areas of Intervention include:
• Sensory processing (responding to sensory events in every day life)
• Self-regulation (emotional regulation, attention, aggression, impulsivity)
• Gross motor (running, jumping, climbing, balancing, ball skills)
• Fine motor (pencil grasp, scissor skills, using utensils...)
• Visual motor (printing, drawing, colouring...)
• Motor planning (planning, sequencing, carrying out multi-step motor tasks)
• Expanding Food Preferences (accepting new foods into current food range)
• Play Skills
• Self-Care Skills (toileting, dressing, eating)

Direct and consultative services to support literacy development, and use of augmentative and alternative communication (ie. gestures/sign, picture communication symbols, communication displays and books, speech generating devices/ipads and apps).

People first, client-centred therapist offering mental health counselling to clients of all ages. Works with individuals, couples, families in group in person or virtually. Trauma-informed focus to help clients get to root of issues.
Use of EMDR, IFS, CBT to support clients to fully know their stories and their impact as they work toward truth and reconciliation to themselves and others.

In-Home (not in a vehicle) Preventative Dental Care by an Experienced Independent Registered Dental Hygienist. Facilitates preventative dental care for those with challenges in receiving dental care in a clinic setting. Servicing Group Homes only.

Private Teaching and Tutoring Services
Ontario Certified Teacher

Job coaching , ABA programming , Social and Community integrations.

Certified Development Individual Difference Relationship Based Floortime (DIR Floortime) Therapist
Rhythmic Movement Training ~Rhythmic Movement Training is a movement based, primitive (infant or neo-natal) reflex integration program to help overcome learning, sensory, emotional & behavioural challenges for children
INPP Licensed Provider ~ INPP Method is based on over 45 years of pioneering research, expertise and practice investigating and helping children to resolve physical factors underlying learning and behavioural problems. It is a completely drug-free and non-invasive program using tailored daily physical exercises to help a child succeed. INPP’s proven track record demonstrates how the method can help children to overcome difficulties associated with ASD involving ~Writing, Reading, Educational Underachievement, Attention, Dyslexia, Developmental Coordination Disorder (Dyspraxia), Poor coordination, including clumsiness and balance related problems, and Behavioural problems

I am an OCT certified teacher and Expressive Art Therapist, offering individual and small group support to children with mild to severe learning challenges. I help guide children with learning exceptionalities, including but not limited to Dyslexia, ADHD/ADD, ASD, and specific disabilities in communication and cognition. Sessions may focus on academics, social/emotional growth, life skills, or social skills.

Clinical and school psychological diagnostic and therapy services for children and adolescents. Assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and consultation services for Learning Disabilities, Developmental Disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Anxiety, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Mood Disorders, Social Skills, and Behaviour Problems.

Now offering ABA services in the home and community setting.

Speech-Language Pathologist supporting families of children with speech, language and communication needs.

I offer 2SLGBTQIA+ and neuro-affirming psychotherapy for children 10+, teens, and adults. I offer both in-person and online video sessions with daytime and evening availability.

Paths 2 Communication supports families with a range of advanced, science-backed solutions for evaluating and helping kids with autism spectrum disorder, developmental delays, or developmental disabilities.
Treatment models/programs offered include:
* DIR/Floortime
* PLAY Project
* More Than Words®
* TalkAbility™
* Safe and Sound Protocol
* Self-Reg Shanker Method®
* Speech-Language Pathology services*