Autism Support Services

Lake Ridge Community Support Services offers a range of behaviour therapy services to assist children, youth and adults, with a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) to improve their social awareness and develop alternatives for challenging behaviour using the principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA).

In these programs, treatment goals are collaboratively established with individuals and/or their caregivers to promote growth, independence, and an improved quality of life. Our trained clinicians conduct functional assessments, develop individualized behaviour plans using evidence-based intervention strategies, and provide training to the individual’s support system. All services are supervised by a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst® (BCBA®). Consultation from a Clinical Psychologist is available as needed.

“Individualized service for individual needs.”
— Lake Ridge Community Support Services
 
Smiling Therapist showing boy picture exchange system.
 
Teen planning afternoon using a visual schedule with a Registered Behaviour Technician (RBT).
 
Woman smiling at her one-on-one individualized behaviour therapy session.

ABA Programs for adults

Apply for service through the Developmental Services Ontario (DSO).

 
Kids working with registered behaviour technician (RBT) in group social skills program session.

SOCIAL SKILLS Group Programs

Social Skills Groups are available to children, youth and adults, with a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder or an intellectual disability to develop social skills, promote problem-solving strategies and increase social interactions. Check out our full line-up of group programs.

 

Specialized Treatment Services

Everyone we work with has unique goals and often some form of specialized service can help with specific challenges. Lake Ridge Community Support Services offers a range of specialty programs:

  • Intensive Toilet Training

  • Sleep Training

  • Feeding Clinic

  • Cognitive Behaviour Skills Training

  • Sexuality Awareness & Safety (S.A.F.E. Hub)

All Specialized Services are individualized and delivered by Board Certified Behaviour Analysts® (BCBA®), Registered Behaviour Technicians™ (RBT®), as well as other qualified and experienced professionals.