Classroom-based, Individual & Group treatment options for children and youth with autism.
CCS may be purchased using OAP funding, other MCCSS sources, or Jordan's Principle funds.
At TVCC, we offer:
- a variety of flexible, individualized treatment options
- programs designed, with you, to meet your child’s needs and your family’s preferences
- a child and family focus in all services
- highly trained, professional, and caring clinical teams led by registered Behaviour Analysts
- programs that meet the Ontario government’s Core Clinical Services program requirements
In Autism & Behavioural Services we teach socially significant, meaningful skills that support our clients at their best. We practice trauma-informed, compassionate ABA using methods that are evidence-based and individualized to the learner. Our well-trained clinicians develop trusting relationships with the children and youth we support and teach effectively, by making performance-based decisions throughout treatment.
Who we serve & where:
Children and youth with autism/ASD and their families who live in Ontario, are registered with the Ontario Autism Program, and have received eligible public funding (i.e., OAP, other MCCSS sourced, or Jordan's Principle funds).
Programs are available across Southwestern Ontario. We have ABS classrooms and individual therapy spaces at TVCC locations in:
- Chatham
- London (2 sites)
- Owen Sound
- Sarnia
- St. Thomas
- Stratford (2 sites)
- Windsor
*Clients who live further than 25 km from a TVCC location, with significant transportation issues, may be eligible to receive services in a more convenient community location. Eligibility criteria and travel costs will apply. Speak with a CCS Program Coordinator to learn more.
About our staff:
Our clinical teams are led by Behaviour Analysts who are Board Certified Behavior Analysts® or are registered with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario. These clinicians work with families to develop, monitor and adjust each child or youth’s individualized treatment program. Each child or youth also receives direct support from qualified Instructor Therapists with integrated services from other clinicians, where appropriate (e.g., Occupational Therapist, Speech & Language Pathologist).
Our ABS clinical staff also includes our team of experienced Clinical Supervisors who mentor, support and provide additional supervision to our clinical teams. Clinical Supervisors are highly experienced Behaviour Analysts who work closely with the team and with families to help resolve high-risk or difficult challenges children and youth with autism may experience.
Access to Services
Register with Core Clinical Services by completing TVCC’s online Intake and Referral form or call 1.866.590.8822 then press 1 to register with Autism & Behavioural Services directly.
- You will be asked for your OAP Client Reference Number when registering for Autism & Behavioural Services, have this number ready.
For help or more detailed information, contact the CCS Program Coordinator in your area:
- Olivia Langford in Elgin, Oxford, and Middlesex
- Email %20olivia.langford [at] tvcc.on.ca (olivia[dot]langford[at]tvcc[dot]on[dot]ca)
- Call 1.866.590.8822 ext 50241
- Morgan Roduner in Bruce, Chatham, Essex, Grey, Huron, Lambton, Sarnia, Windsor
- Email %20morgan.roduner [at] tvcc.on.ca (morgan[dot]roduner[at]tvcc[dot]on[dot]ca) or
- Call 1.866.590.8822 ext 53640
What to Expect
1) Welcome!
After you register with TVCC’s Autism & Behavioural Services, our Autism Family Liaison will call you within a few weeks to learn about your family’s service needs and share information about the TVCC services that could best support you now and in the future.
As soon as you have confirmed eligible funding, please let us know so we can get you started in CCS! All Core Clinical Services at TVCC are purchasable using eligible public funds only (i.e., OAP funding, other MCCSS sources, or Jordan's Principle funds).
2) Getting Ready
Our CCS Program Coordinators are waiting to support you through the steps needed to prepare for CCS!
The CCS Program Coordinator will send you an electronic package and ask you to share important information to introduce your child to us and help us start to understand your needs.
- This may include reports and background information about recent clinical services, important health and medical information, and educational history.
- Please complete and send these documents back as soon as possible.
- If you require a paper copy or additional support to complete the forms, please let us know.
The CCS Program Coordinator will schedule a time with you to review the information you have shared in your package, to discuss our CCS treatment models, and to answer any questions you may have about service options at TVCC. This is typically completed in a 30-60 minute phone meeting, scheduled at your convenience. Interpretation services are available upon request.
Overall, this important step allows us to plan effectively together, make appropriate treatment recommendations, and develop the Service Agreement as we prepare for your smooth transition into CCS.
3) Service Agreement, Fees & Payment
The Service Agreement identifies the treatment model for your child, the number of sessions they will have each week, and the amount of services you wish to purchase. Upon your approval of the Service Agreement, you will provide payment, and your child will then move into scheduling with our clinical team.
The costs of services include:
- all treatment planning and program development, individualized to your child
- all direct intervention with your child
- progress discussions/meetings between you and the Behaviour Analyst
- clinical supervision and training of staff
- consultations with education and community service providers involved with your child
- report writing and documentation
- program materials and supplies
- invoices and receipts necessary to reconcile eligible purchases with AccessOAP (or other eligible funding source)
- Exception: if travel is required, associated costs will be included in your Service Agreement
There are no hidden fees.
4) Scheduling & Treatment
Important: the approved Service Agreement and your first payment reserves your child’s place in the next available treatment spot aligning with your agreement.
Within a short time of payment, the Scheduler or Lead Instructor Therapist will reach out and confirm your child’s session schedule with you (including start date). The Behaviour Analyst will also connect with you to introduce themselves and continue to learn about you and your child prior to their first session.
All children and youth receive individualized Treatment Plans created in collaboration between you (and them, if appropriate) and the clinical team. Individualized treatment is provided by a team of Instructor Therapists who are excited to help your child reach their potential.
CCS at TVCC occurs in a Classroom-based treatment model, in Individual treatment spaces, or in Group treatment settings. Click the pictures and links above for more details about our service delivery models.
For More Information
- Email abs [at] tvcc.on.ca (abs[at]tvcc[dot]on[dot]ca) or
- Call 1.866.590.8822 then press 1 to register with Autism & Behavioural Services
