Parenting a child with developmental delays is its own, unique journey. There is so much to
learn and understand about your child, the challenges they will face, and the support they
will need over the next few years. A little knowledge can go a long way in helping you feel
prepared.
Your child will need:
Individualized Program: As the parent, you would know this better than anyone else: your child is unique.
1:1 Teaching: Providing the extra care and love your child deserves.
Positive Approach: Where desired behaviours are celebrated and encouraged.
Does your child ever cry in the grocery insisting on getting what they want? Is your child
sitting on the side at breaktime instead of joining in the game with friends? Behavioural
therapy helps decrease problem behaviours’ and increase desired behaviours in the school,
the home, in the therapy centre, or in the community. Behavioural Therapy can be applied in many different settings. The goal of Behavioural Therapy is to decrease problem behaviour and shape up skills of daily living.
What about school?
School is hard for any kid. For children with an ASD diagnosis, it can be very overwhelming
to be with so many children. A lot of times a child may feel lost, especially if they have trouble attending. In the classroom, the therapist can support the child to give them the
help they need to thrive. When the whole class is packing up their backpacks and your child
is remaining at his/her desk not following the group direction, the therapist can provide a
visual aid to keep them on track with the rest of the class. The therapist can provide reinforcement and prompts at recess to encourage them to participate in age-appropriate
activities with peers and get quality social interaction time. Visual schedules can also be
brought in to help the child be prepared for the coming school day and know what to
anticipate next.
Time to talk community!
Behavioural therapy can help you have more successful community outings with your child!
Does your child tantrum due to transitions? Are they resistant to going to new places?
Behavioural Therapy in the community aims to model and teach appropriate skills in the
community setting. For younger learners, this could mean replacement behaviours for
tantrums or reinforcement for trying new things. For older learners this could be teaching
appropriate hygiene (washing hands/wiping face at a restaurant), waiting in line, or
conversing appropriately with peers. Do reach out to us today with your questions, and we
would be happy to help.
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