289-928-8329 info@mindfulmh.net
ABA THERAPY
In-clinic in Whitby, Ontario
Servicing in-home throughout Durham Region,
including Oshawa, Whitby, Ajax and Pickering
At Mindful Mental Health, we believe that effective support combines compassion with science. Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) is a research-based approach grounded in the psychology of learning and behaviour. While ABA is widely recognized for its benefits in supporting individuals with autism, its principles extend far beyond — offering meaningful applications across the mental health field
Integrating ABA into Mental Health
When practiced ethically and collaboratively, ABA provides practical tools for developing emotional regulation, improving communication, reducing anxiety, and building daily living skills. These same principles form the foundation of many mental health approaches, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and other behavioural interventions.
At Mindful Mental Health, we use ABA through a modern, trauma-informed, and neurodiversity-affirming lens. This means focusing on autonomy, choice, and self-understanding — not compliance. Our goal is to help clients of all backgrounds strengthen their wellbeing and reach goals that are personally meaningful to them.
By integrating ABA into a mindful, person-centered model, we bridge the gap between behavioural science and emotional healing — supporting growth, connection, and confidence in everyday life
Supporting Children & Teens Through ABA Therapy
ABA therapy can help children and teens develop meaningful skills that support communication, independence, learning, relationships, and participation in everyday life. At Mindful Mental Health, we individualize ABA services based on each child's strengths, needs, goals, and environment.
Communication
Building functional communication and helping children express wants, needs, thoughts, and feelings.
Social Skills
Developing social interaction, turn-taking, perspective-taking, and relationship skills.
Emotional Regulation
Supporting children in recognizing emotions and developing strategies for managing big feelings.
Independence & Daily Living
Building skills for routines, self-care, organization, and greater independence.
Behavioural Support
Understanding behaviours and developing practical, individualized strategies to support positive change.
Learning & School Skills
Supporting attention, learning readiness, following instructions, classroom skills, and other learning-related goals.
What is ABA Therapy?
Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) is an evidence-based approach that focuses on understanding how behaviour is influenced by a person's environment and experiences. ABA therapy can be used to teach and strengthen meaningful skills while supporting children and teens in areas that are important to their everyday lives.
ABA therapy may focus on communication, social skills, emotional regulation, learning, independence, daily living skills, and other individualized goals. At Mindful Mental Health, ABA programs are tailored to each child's unique strengths, needs, interests, and goals, with an emphasis on skills that support meaningful participation and quality of life.
Our Approach to ABA Therapy
Every child is different, which is why ABA therapy should never be a one-size-fits-all approach. Our team develops individualized programs based on each child's strengths, needs, abilities, and goals.
Our approach emphasizes:
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Individualized treatment goals
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Strengths-based and child-centred support
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Evidence-based strategies
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Skill development and independence
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Ongoing progress monitoring
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Collaboration with parents and caregivers
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Skills that are meaningful and functional in everyday life
We believe ABA should support the whole child and focus on developing skills that improve their ability to communicate, connect, learn, participate, and navigate their world.
What Does ABA Therapy Look Like?
ABA therapy can look different for every child depending on their individual goals and needs. Sessions may involve structured teaching, play-based learning, practicing skills within everyday routines, and opportunities to generalize skills across different environments.
Mindful Mental Health offers both in-centre ABA therapy in Whitby
and in-home ABA therapy in Pickering, Ajax, Whitby, and Oshawa.
Assessment & Individualized Treatment Planning
ABA services begin with an assessment to better understand your child's current skills, strengths, needs, and areas where support may be beneficial. This information is used to develop individualized treatment goals and a plan for intervention.
Progress is monitored throughout treatment, allowing goals and strategies to be adjusted as your child develops new skills and their needs change.
Parent & Caregiver Involvement
Parents and caregivers are an important part of the ABA process. Depending on your child's needs and treatment goals, caregivers may be supported in learning strategies they can use within everyday routines and environments.
Collaboration with caregivers helps support consistency and gives families practical tools they can use outside of therapy sessions.
OAP Funding & Accessible
ABA Therapy
We understand that navigating the Ontario Autism Program (OAP) can be challenging. Families may face lengthy waitlists, delays in accessing funding, or may not have funding available to them at all.
At Mindful Mental Health, we don't want access to funding to be the only thing standing between a child and the support they need. In addition to working with families who have OAP funding, we offer a reduced private-pay rate for families who do not have funding.
Whether you are waiting for OAP funding, have used your available funding, or do not currently have access to funding, our team can discuss available options and help you determine what may work for your family.
Contact us to learn more about our ABA therapy options and current rates.
FAQS
Here are the answers to some frequently asked questions! Please reach out if you have additional questions and a member of our team would be happy to assist you.
WHAT IS ABA THERAPY?
ABA, or Applied Behaviour Analysis, is an evidence-based approach used to understand behaviour and teach meaningful skills. ABA therapy can support areas such as communication, social skills, emotional regulation, learning, independence, and daily living skills.
WHO CAN BENEFIT FROM ABA THERAPY?
ABA therapy may benefit children and teens who need support developing communication, social, behavioural, learning, emotional regulation, adaptive, or independence skills. Services are individualized based on each child's strengths, needs, and goals.
WHAT AGE DOES ABA THERAPY SUPPORT?
Mindful Mental Health provides ABA therapy for children and teens ages 3–18. Treatment goals and the type of support provided are individualized based on each child's developmental stage and needs.
WHAT SKILLS CAN ABA THERAPY HELP WITH?
ABA therapy can support a wide range of skills, including communication, social interaction, emotional regulation, learning, play, daily living, independence, and adaptive skills. Goals are developed based on what is meaningful and functional for each child.
WHERE IS ABA THERAPY PROVIDED?
We offer in-centre ABA therapy at our Whitby clinic as well as in-home ABA therapy in Pickering, Ajax, Whitby, and Oshawa. The appropriate setting depends on your child's needs, goals, and treatment plan.
HOW OFTEN DOES MY CHILD NEED ABA THERAPY?
The frequency of ABA therapy depends on your child's individual needs, goals, treatment plan, and available funding. Our minimum reccomended service hours are a minimum of 2 hour sessions twice a week. Your clinical team will work with you to determine an appropriate schedule.
ARE PARENTS INVOLVED IN ABA THERAPY?
Yes. Parent and caregiver involvement can be an important part of ABA therapy. Caregivers may be supported in learning strategies and skills that can be incorporated into everyday routines and environments.
HOW DO I GET STARTED?
The first step is to contact our team to discuss your child's needs and determine whether ABA therapy may be an appropriate fit. From there, the assessment and treatment planning process can help identify goals and the type of support that may be beneficial.
Service Information
We provide our services in-clinic at our office located in Whitby, Ontario.
and in-homethroughout Durham Region, including
Oshawa, Whitby, Ajax and Pickering
Session Lengths (minumum): 2 hour sessions twice a week,
Please reach out today to learn more information about ABA Therapy with
Mindful Mental Health.
DID YOU KNOW?
Psychotherapy is not covered by OHIP. Some insurance companies will cover the costs of Psychotherapy services.
OAP funding can also be used towards Psychotherapy Services
Address
1450 Hopkins St.
Unit 105-106
Whitby, Ontario
Phone
289-928-8329
