Centre for
Development

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ABA therapy that grows with your child

Bija Centre for Development offers individualized Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) and Intensive Behavioural Intervention (IBI) therapy for children. Every program is built around your child’s interests and your family’s goals, led by Instructor Therapists and overseen by a Senior Therapist.

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  • One-to-one, centre-based therapy
  • Customized, individualized programs
  • Parent coaching for families

Support for every part of your child’s day

Every child’s program is different. Your child’s team will help you choose the mix of services that fits your child and your family.

  • ABA and IBI therapy

    Evidence-based, one-to-one therapy at our centre, led by Instructor Therapists who work directly with your child and monitored by a Senior Therapist who develops their program.

  • School readiness

    Practice for the classroom: following instructions, joining circle time and group activities, staying seated for tasks, lining up with peers, toileting and moving between activities.

  • Social skills groups

    Fun, play-based groups run on ABA principles and tailored to each child, with parents kept involved. Contact us to find out which groups are running now.

  • Parent coaching

    Learn the strategies your child’s team uses, so you can build them into everyday routines, help new skills last, and feel confident at home.

  • Consultations

    After your child’s assessment, we sit down with you to talk through needs, goals and strategies. Consultations can happen at our centre, in your home or in the community, including observations at school or daycare.

What therapy looks like at Bija

Learning should feel fun, safe and supportive. These are the commitments behind every program we run.

  • Built around your child

    Every child is unique, so no single program fits everyone. Our therapists build on your child’s interests and motivation to teach new skills in a fun, engaging way.

  • Goals you choose together

    We work with you to identify your child’s strengths, needs and goals, and start with the areas that matter most to your family. Your ideas and feedback shape the plan.

  • Respect for every family

    Our services respect your family’s culture, language, beliefs and values, and our team is trained to bring that understanding to every session.

  • Progress you can see

    We record data in every session with Portia ABA software, so your child moves to the next step as soon as they are ready, and you receive a monthly snapshot of their progress.

Why we’re called Bija

Bija is the Sanskrit word for seed. Every child already carries what they need to grow. Our work is to give them the right conditions, patience and care.

Every child is supported by a dedicated team. Instructor Therapists work one-to-one with your child, and a Senior Therapist evaluates, develops and monitors their program. Our Senior Therapists work with a Board-Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA) who supervises all programs.

We also work closely with teachers, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists and the other professionals in your child’s life, so everyone supports your child in the same way.

  • All programs supervised by a BCBA
  • Structured teaching and learning through play (DTT and NET)
  • A team that works with your child’s school and therapists

How to get started

From your first call to your child’s first session, we guide you through each step.

  1. Get in touch

    Call, email or send us a message. We’ll answer your questions and explain how our programs work.

  2. Intake

    We get to know your child’s strengths, needs and interests, and the areas your family most wants help with.

  3. Assessment

    Our clinical team observes and assesses your child’s skills, then reviews the results with you so we can choose priority goals together.

  4. Treatment plan

    Your child is paired with a team of a Senior Therapist, a BCBA and Instructor Therapists, who deliver a customized treatment plan and review it on an ongoing basis. Assessments are updated every six months.

Funding and payment

Explore funding and benefit options that may help with your child’s services. Eligibility depends on your family’s circumstances and the services being purchased.

  • Ontario Autism Program (OAP)

    Families with OAP core clinical services funding can use it for eligible supports, including ABA therapy.

    Explore OAP funding

  • Extended health benefits

    Check your insurance plan for coverage of your child’s recommended services, eligible provider credentials and annual limits before booking.

    Your insurer can confirm your coverage.

  • Special Services at Home (SSAH)

    Eligible Ontario families may receive help with personal development and growth supports or caregiver respite. Check the program’s eligible expenses.

    Learn about SSAH

  • Jordan’s Principle

    Eligible First Nations children may receive support for health, social and educational needs. Requests are reviewed individually.

    Learn about Jordan’s Principle

Using private payment or waiting for funding? Contact us to discuss service fees and payment arrangements before starting.

Ask about funding

Questions families often ask

Don’t see your question? Call us at (416) 473-9905 or send us a message, and we’ll be glad to help.

What is ABA therapy?

Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) is an evidence-based approach built on the principles of learning and behaviour. It uses positive reinforcement and natural environment teaching to build communication, social, learning and everyday skills, and every program is individualized.

What is IBI therapy?

Intensive Behavioural Intervention (IBI) uses the same evidence-based principles as ABA, delivered more intensively. Your child’s team will help you decide which approach fits your child best.

What skills can therapy help with?

Goals can include communication, social skills, self-help and daily living skills, school readiness, play and leisure, self-regulation, motor skills, and behaviours that get in the way of learning.

Who will work with my child?

Instructor Therapists work one-to-one with your child, a Senior Therapist develops and monitors their program, and a Board-Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA) supervises all programs, so your child has a whole team behind them.

Where does therapy happen?

ABA and IBI therapy take place at our centre. Consultations can happen at our centre, in your home or in the community, and observations can take place at school or daycare. For therapy at home, we partner with in-home service providers who offer one-to-one ABA; call or email us to learn more.

How will I know my child is making progress?

We collect data in every session, share a monthly snapshot of your child’s progress, and review your child’s assessment every six months, adjusting goals as your child grows.

Will I be involved in my child’s therapy?

Yes. Family involvement is essential. Parent coaching helps you use the same strategies at home, and you are always encouraged to share feedback and contribute ideas to your child’s plan.

Let’s talk about your child

Tell us a little about your child and what you’re looking for, and we’ll be in touch to start the intake process.

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Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 5:30 pm Saturday and Sunday Closed

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Please don’t include diagnosis or medical details here. We’ll go over those with you privately.