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Individual, Group and or Family Counselling Services. Mental Health Supports. Core Clinical Services. Social Skills, Life Space Interventions, De-Escalation, Social-Emotional Learning Supports, Life Skills,
Behavioural Guidance and Restorative Practices.

Providing Neurodivergent-Affirming and LGBTQ2S+ affirming psychotherapy to autistic youth and adults.

We provide Occupational Therapy services to children, youth and adults, with a passion and focus for supporting those with Autism and their families. Our approach is strengths-based, inclusive, collaborative, & client-led with the goal of supporting each clients/families goals (self-care, life skills, work, play, community, transition to high school, transition to adulthood, socialization, self-regulation, sensory).

We provide in-home IBI through a play based approach. We also provide ABA services that target more specific skills such as toileting, communication, problem behaviour reduction etc.

Neuro-Visual Optometric Evaluations for patients with all needs, including behavioural vision assessments and vision therapy

The Village Family Services provides consultation and awareness of Autism and it's services for families with children on the Autism Spectrum. I help put a plan in place with the caregivers for their child’s needs. I assist with administration of all programs and services that the child is eligible for and provide them with the community children treatment agencies for the clinical aspect. I also offer mental health services through Life Skills Coaching, specializing in the mental health care of the caregivers/parents.

Speech-language assessment, parent coaching, Hanen certified More Than Words clinician, social groups, in-person in the Etobicoke area and virtual available, as well.

Speech-language therapy

ABA therapy

I am a private music teacher who herself is on the autism spectrum, and while I have many neurotypical students, I have a special affinity for teaching autistic students music and also have official special education certification from the Ontario College of Teachers.

Providing individual and group Music Therapy services for children and adults with Autism. Working on no musical goals and adaptive lessons. Some goals include verbal skills, behaviour adaptations and IEP goals.

Through our Family Support Consultant, we offer individual coaching for the family and individual, self-regulation training, behaviour management and parent coaching and as needed communication via short phone calls and messaging. All services are supervised by a Registered Psychotherapist. Individual and Family Psychotherapy is also available.

Mental health services provided through Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Play Therapy, AutPlay Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT, Trauma Integration, and Psychoeducation. Certified provider of AutPlay Therapy which is a play and behavioural therapy approach to working with children and families affected by autism, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, dysregulation issues, and other neurodiversities. Specialized experience working with Autistic children and youth. Parent counselling, training, and consulting provided, including understanding and navigating the educational system. Both in-person sessions and teletherapy sessions are offered.

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)