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Keeping Your Child with ASD Safe: Household and Fire Safety

Parents and caregivers view the safety of their children as a significant concern. Parents of children with ASD often have additional concerns to consider when addressing their child’s safety. This workshop outlines essential safety skills on the topics of household and fire safety. You will learn tips and tools that support you to anticipate the […]

Kinark Kreates Q&A: Independent Activity Schedule

Does your child struggle to finish school assignments or play independently without constant reminders to stay on task? An independent activity schedule is a great tool that can help your child become more independent during unstructured times. Participating in this Kinark Kreates Q&A session will give you an opportunity to ask questions from an Autism […]

Is it Sensory or Behaviour?

It is not always easy to determine if a child’s behaviour is due to a sensory response or a behavioural reaction. Sensory responses and behavioural reactions can often feel similar, and by enhancing our understanding of the underlying cause for the behaviour, we can often select appropriate supports or responses as parents and caregivers. Join […]

Let’s Talk About Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Do you want to learn more about Autism Spectrum Disorder? In this session we will discuss autism, some early signs and risk factors, and describe how ASD is diagnosed to help you better understand your child’s diagnosis. We will review cognitive differences in individuals with ASD, including challenges with executive functioning, theory of mind and […]

Ask a Psychologist

Parents and caregivers of children and youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) may experience challenges when understanding and managing their child’s behavioural and emotional needs. Children with ASD often struggle with emotional regulation and seeing your child in distress from an angry meltdown, tears of sadness or constant worries can be hard! Come chat with […]

Teaching with Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA)

This workshop provides parents and caregivers with an overview of ABA strategies and tools to help you teach your child new skills. You will learn different ways to help prompt your child, how to use reinforcement to let your child know when they have done well, how to break down skills into smaller steps to […]

Sexual Health: Understanding Menstruation

Supporting children as they become young adults is an exciting time with many significant teaching moments, especially when a youth begins their menstrual cycle. This session is designed to support caregivers in building healthy self-care routines for their child and introducing the topic of periods and menstruation in a positive way. This workshop provides practical […]

Creating Routines at Home

We all thrive on routine, and children with Autism Spectrum Disorder do especially well with repetition and predictability. But what happens when your child’s regular routine is disrupted? This workshop teaches you how to establish a healthy routine at home with your child and how to manage disruptions. You will learn the importance of establishing […]

Tracking Behaviour

Collecting information about behaviour is critical when teaching new skills, especially if you are a parent or caregiver of a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).This workshop will cover why, how, and when to track behaviour, and how to use the information collected to select effective strategies. Whether you are already involved with a clinical […]

Sexual Health: The Middle Years

Puberty is a stage of life we all experience. As a parent or caregiver of a youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), this can be an especially challenging time. Learning how to support your youth with ASD to take care of their own health, prepare for the changes that occur during puberty, and develop a […]

Let’s Talk About ASD

Do you want to learn more about Autism Spectrum Disorder? In this session we will discuss autism, some early signs and risk factors, and describe how ASD is diagnosed to help you better understand your child’s diagnosis. We will review cognitive differences in individuals with ASD, including challenges with executive functioning, theory of mind and […]

Creating Routines at Home

We all thrive on routine, and children with Autism Spectrum Disorder do especially well with repetition and predictability. But what happens when your child’s regular routine is disrupted? This workshop teaches you how to establish a healthy routine at home with your child and how to manage disruptions. You will learn the importance of establishing […]

Preparing for Medical and Dental Appointments

Medical and dental appointments are an important part of maintaining good health. However, it can be challenging and stressful when preparing your child for these appointments. This workshop is designed to review how evidence-based practices can be utilized to support children with Autism Spectrum Disorder when preparing for these appointments and procedures. In this workshop, […]

Keeping Your Child with ASD Safe: Household and Fire Safety

Parents and caregivers view the safety of their children as a significant concern. Parents of children with ASD often have additional concerns to consider when addressing their child’s safety. This workshop outlines essential safety skills on the topics of household and fire safety. You will learn tips and tools that support you to anticipate the […]

Introduction to Toilet Training

Toilet training can be a challenge for anyone! This session will cover what you need to know prior to starting toilet training for your child and set you up to be successful. This workshop will discuss key prerequisite skills and important considerations before starting a toilet training program. You will learn how to decide when […]

Ask a Psychologist

Parents and caregivers of children and youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) may experience challenges when understanding and managing their child’s behavioural and emotional needs. Children with ASD often struggle with emotional regulation and seeing your child in distress from an angry meltdown, tears of sadness or constant worries can be hard! Come chat with […]

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