Autism & Behavioural Services

Young boy with Autism TVCC provides information, education and treatment to children and youth with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and their families virtually and in-person, individually and in groups. We have been offering behavioural services in Southwestern Ontario for more than 21 years. We are passionate about helping children and youth be at their best!

TVCC is implementing services that align with the new Needs-based Ontario Autism Program as indicated on the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services (MCCSS) webpage.

Whether you are looking for supports for yourself, or you are in receipt of Interim One-Time Funding or the new Core Clinical Services funding and are looking for services for your child, we offer services that can meet your needs.

TVCC remains committed to providing these critical services to clients and their families. We are proud of the qualified, committed and caring professionals that make up our teams throughout Southwestern Ontario. We can’t wait to provide service to you and your child.

Services

Who we serve:
Children and youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and their families and caregivers who live in Ontario and are eligible for registration with the Ontario Autism Program.

What we offer:

Information, Education and Consultation

Foundational Family Services funded by the Ontario Government, consist of a broad range of information, education and consultative services to help families support ongoing learning and development for their children.

Caregiver - Mediated Early Years

Caregiver - mediated early years (C-MEY) programs support families with young children ages 12 months to 48 months (4years). This program uses a play-based, "caregiver-mediated" approach so that young children can learn new skills and meet individual goals. Programs are free of charge and available for up to six months per child.

Individual Treatment

Children and youth with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) benefit from a combination of Behavioural, Speech and Occupational services, depending on their needs. Launching in October 2021, TVCC’s Core Clinical Services will use a multidisciplinary approach* when working with parents and caregivers to develop a treatment plan that targets your child’s identified needs.

If you are in receipt of Interim One-Time Funding or the new Core Clinical Services funding and are looking for services for your child, register your child/youth. In a few weeks, a Family & Community Consultant will contact you to discuss our services.

*In Lambton, Chatham-Kent and Essex counties, TVCC staff will work with the local Children’s Treatment Centres to support a multidisciplinary approach to treatment.

Group Treatment

Joining peers in Groups can be a great way for children and youth to work on developing key areas like social skills, emotional regulation and communication. Each participant receives an individualized treatment plan and we focus on your child’s specific goals in every session.

All Group Sessions are currently full. Please check back for new groups starting in September 2021.

Due to COVID-19 Restrictions, Group Treatment is currently being offered in a virtual format using Zoom Videoconferencing.

Community Workshops and Presentations

Everyone benefits when agencies and businesses have a strong commitment to creating inclusive environments. Do you want to promote independence and success for people with various needs, but aren’t sure where to start? We provide Community Workshops and Presentations on a variety of topics!

Where: Most services are available at our TVCC locations and in communities across Southwestern Ontario. Our offices are located in: Chatham, London, Owen Sound, Sarnia, St. Thomas, Stratford, and Windsor.

If it is clinically recommended, we will work with you to find a suitable community-based setting.

* TVCC provides services in partnership with
John McGivney Children’s Centre in Essex County.

Qualified Service Providers
All staff at TVCC working directly with your child/youth are highly-trained to meet a rigorous provincial standard and participate in ongoing skill development.

Occupational Therapists are regulated health professionals registered with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario
Speech-Language Pathologists are regulated health professionals registered with the College of Audiologists and Speech Language Pathologists of Ontario
Behaviour Clinicians are Board Certified Behavior Analysts® (BCBA®)
Most Instructor Therapists, at minimum, have an Autism and Behavioural Sciences Graduate Certificate

Access to Service

Call 1.866.590.8822 then press 1 to register with Autism & Behavioural Services.

You will be asked for your OAP Client Information Reference Number when you register for any Needs-based Ontario Autism Program. Watch this video to find your OAP Client Information Reference Number or contact abs [at] tvcc.on.ca for information about registering with the OAP.

Can't get a hold of us? Questions? Email us at abs [at] tvcc.on.ca

What to Expect

After you register with TVCC’s Autism & Behavioural Services, a Family & Community Consultant will call you back within a few weeks to speak with you about your family’s situation and the TVCC services could best meet your needs.