Supporting Children, Teens, Young Adults, and Families Through Evidence-Informed Care
In addition to individual therapy appointments and clinical consultations, Autism Center for Kids offers specialized treatment programs, therapeutic groups, and developmental services designed to support children, teenagers, young adults, and caregivers.
Our programs address a wide range of developmental, emotional, behavioural, social, and mental health needs. Each program is designed using evidence-informed therapeutic approaches and is adapted to meet the unique needs of each participant.
ADHD & Behavioural Support Programs
ADHD & Behaviour Therapy
Ages: 5–12
A structured therapeutic program designed to help children develop attention skills, emotional regulation, impulse control, organization, and positive behavioural strategies.
ADHD Summer Program
Ages: 5–10
A specialized summer program combining skill development, social learning, emotional regulation activities, and engaging therapeutic experiences.
ADHD & Behaviour After-School Program
A supportive after-school program designed to help children strengthen executive functioning, social skills, emotional regulation, and daily routines.
Intensive Behaviour Treatment
Individualized, focused intervention for children who require additional behavioural and emotional support.
Behavioural & Emotional Skills Training
A skills-based program helping children develop:
- Emotional awareness
- Coping strategies
- Problem-solving skills
- Communication skills
- Self-regulation
Anxiety Treatment Programs
Brave Buddies
Ages: 3–12
A child-friendly anxiety support program designed to help young children develop confidence, coping skills, emotional awareness, and strategies for managing worries.
Emotion Detectives Group
Ages: 8–12
A therapeutic group focused on helping children identify emotions, understand feelings, and develop healthy coping strategies.
Social Anxiety Groups
Ages: 9–24
A supportive group program helping children, teens, and young adults develop confidence in social situations, communication skills, and relationship-building abilities.
Intensive OCD Program
A specialized treatment program supporting children, teens, and young adults experiencing obsessive-compulsive symptoms through individualized therapeutic approaches.
School Refusal Parent Training & Consultation
Support and education for parents helping children who experience anxiety-related school avoidance.
Parents of Anxious Children and Teens (PACT)
A parent-focused training and consultation program designed to help caregivers understand anxiety and develop effective support strategies.
Depression & Mood Support Programs
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
Ages: 6–25
A structured therapy approach supporting emotional regulation, coping skills, mindfulness, communication, and managing intense emotions.
Radically Open Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (RO-DBT)
Ages: 14–24
A specialized program focused on emotional flexibility, openness, social connection, and healthy relationships.
Learning & Development Programs
Intensive Academic Interventions
Individualized academic support designed to strengthen:
- Learning strategies
- Executive functioning
- Organization
- Study skills
- Academic confidence
College Success Program™
Ages: 17–21
A transition-support program helping young adults develop skills for academic independence, organization, self-advocacy, and college success.
Autism & Related Developmental Programs
Autism Behaviour Support for Parents
A caregiver-focused program providing education, strategies, and practical tools to support children with autism at home and in daily life.
Children’s Friendship Training
Grades: 2–5
A structured social development program designed to help children improve friendship skills, communication, cooperation, and peer relationships.
PEERS® Social Skills Program
An evidence-based social skills program designed to help adolescents and young adults develop skills related to:
- Making and maintaining friendships
- Conversation skills
- Social problem-solving
- Relationship development
Autism Summer Camp
A therapeutic summer experience combining social learning, developmental activities, creativity, communication support, and peer interaction.
Miller Method® Program
A developmental approach supporting children with autism through structured play, communication development, cognitive growth, and meaningful interaction.
Intensive Therapy Programs
Personalized Intensive Support for Complex Needs
For children experiencing more complex developmental, emotional, behavioural, or social challenges, Autism Center for Kids provides intensive individualized therapy programs.
These programs are designed for families who require focused support and may include families travelling from outside the local area.
Depending on each child's needs, intensive programs may involve:
- Multiple therapy sessions per week
- Extended therapeutic sessions
- Individualized developmental goals
- Parent coaching and involvement
- Collaboration with caregivers and professionals
Our intensive programs focus on meaningful progress in:
- Communication
- Emotional regulation
- Social development
- Behavioural skills
- Independence
- Family support
Specialized Clinical Services
PANS/PANDAS Support
Clinical consultation and therapeutic support for children and families experiencing complex developmental and emotional challenges.
Social Communication & Developmental Delay Support
Programs designed to strengthen:
- Communication skills
- Social interaction
- Emotional understanding
- Developmental progress
Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) Support & Intensive Academic Interventions
Individualized support focused on reducing anxiety, increasing flexibility, and creating successful learning environments.
Selective Mutism Services
Therapeutic support for children and teens experiencing difficulty speaking in specific social situations due to anxiety.
College Students & Young Adult Programs
College Success Program™
Support for young adults developing independence, organization, academic strategies, and life skills.
Social Anxiety Group
Young Adults
A supportive group helping young adults build confidence, communication skills, and social connections.
Radically Open Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (RO-DBT)
Ages: 18–24
Support focused on emotional flexibility, relationships, openness, and personal growth.
Intensive OCD Program
Individualized support for young adults experiencing obsessive-compulsive symptoms.
Caregiver Programs
Parents of Anxious Children and Teens (PACT)
A caregiver education and support program focused on understanding anxiety and helping children develop effective coping strategies.
Behavioural & Emotional Skills Training
Parent-focused training designed to provide practical tools for supporting children's emotional regulation, communication, and behaviour.
Begin Your Child’s Journey Today
Whether your child needs support with autism, ADHD, anxiety, emotional regulation, social development, learning challenges, or behavioural concerns, Autism Center for Kids provides individualized programs designed around each child's unique needs.
Contact Autism Center for Kids today to learn more about our specialized therapy programs, clinical groups, and workshops.