About Autism Services
We know that choosing the right service is important to you and your family. Here is how we can help:
- We have a dedicated and highly qualified team of professionals.
- We operate in multiple, convenient locations throughout Toronto.
- We can provide additional services as your child grows and transitions into adulthood.
- We have strong relationships with community organizations including school boards.
- We are committed to supporting the best outcomes for your child.
For more information, visit the Ministry of Children Community and Social Services OAP.
Our Approach
Building on our years of experience serving children and youth with ASD we have designed a range of programs and service options that we believe are of value to you and your child. As this is a new way of operating for all of us we welcome your input to help us refine our approach over time. We look forward to hearing from you.
Diagnosis and Assessment
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex neurodevelopmental disorder that appears during the first three years of life. It can often be diagnosed before the age of two years. With early identification, parents can help their children receive necessary interventions sooner, leading to better outcomes. If you have questions about your child’s development contact Surrey Place. Parents can also access the online screening tool that may help determine if an assessment for ASD will benefit your child.
Psychological Assessment
We offer a range of psychological and psychoeducational assessments on a fee for service basis, including ASD assessment for diagnosis. Each assessment described below includes: clinical observation, parent interview, direct assessment, assessment report, and feedback.
ASD Diagnostic Assessment
- Measures developmental/cognitive skills, adaptive skills, and autism symptomatology
- Assessment may result in diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder, Intellectual Disability, or both
- Support to submit a Childhood Budget to receive funding through the Ontario Autism Program
Psychoeducational Assessment
- Measures cognitive skills, academic performance, and adaptive skills
- Identifies strengths and weaknesses across cognitive and academic areas
- Guides treatment for educational and vocational needs
- Outcomes may include a diagnosis of Intellectual Disability
Psychodiagnostic Assessments
- All components of the psychoeducational assessment included
- Additional assessment required to address concerns related to learning, attention, socio-emotional functioning and mental health
- Outcomes may include a diagnosis of Learning Disabilities, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Anxiety Disorders, and Depression
Early Childhood
The following programs are clinically supervised by Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA), delivered by our highly trained therapists and adhere to accepted standards of practice for high quality service provision.
For many of the programs described below, Psychology, Occupational Therapy and Speech and Language services are available based on the needs of your child.
Daily Applied Behaviour Analysis Therapy for Young ChildrenFocuses on the development of core skills to assist your child in being more independent.
Parenting for SuccessThree different program streams are offered to best meet your needs.
A Focus on Skill BuildingThis Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) program is tailored to assist those who want to focus on skill building in a specific area.
Specialized Assessment and ConsultationThis highly individualized service is delivered by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
Children & Youth
The following programs are clinically supervised by Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA), delivered by our highly trained therapists and adhere to accepted standards of practice for high quality service provision.
For many of the programs described below, Psychology, Occupational Therapy and Speech and Language services are available based on the needs of your child.
Parenting for SuccessCreate your own learning path by choosing from a range of educational topics supported by individualized consultation.
A Focus on Skill BuildingChoose the intensity of service that is best suited to meet your needs.
Specialized Assessment and ConsultationThis highly individualized service is delivered by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
Summer Applied Behaviour Analysis Camps
Registration is now open for Summer Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) Camps – we encourage families to register early so that you can secure your child’s spot. Children and youth will participate in exciting new adventures designed to provide motivating learning opportunities to meet the unique needs of each child.
From Getting Ready for School to Robotics & Coding 101 – all Summer ABA Camps will be supervised by a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst – BCBA. Every camp is designed to provide high quality evidence-based behavioural service. Our schedule for our weeklong camps run throughout July and August. Our enthusiastic and creative Therapists are ready to support each child’s learning.
Getting Ready for School
July through August, 9:00am-12:00pm or 1:30pm-4:30pm
Ages: 3-8 years
At Surrey Place we are committed to helping children living with autism succeed as they prepare to enter school or continue to transition from one year to the next. Getting Ready for School is tailored to help your child practice group readiness and classroom skills.
Kitchen Adventures
July through August, 9:00am – 3:00pm
Ages: 14-18 years
A week long Summer Camp dedicated to teaching your teenager how to enjoy planning and cooking a meal, all the while working with highly trained Therapists that will teach your teenager safety, social and communication skills.
Transit Training Club (TTC)
July through August, 9:00am – 3:00pm
Ages: 11-18 years
Is your teen ready to take public transit and become more independent? Transit Training Club is designed to help your teen learn the necessary skills to safely take public transit while enjoying community outings and understanding the cost associated to travel.
Conversation Camp
July through August
Ages: 7-18 years
Let’s Talk! This fun and interactive camp is dedicated to helping build your child’s social communication skills. Based on your child’s needs we will be focusing on increasing language skills, building more complex 2-way conversations with appropriately matched peers.
Superheroes in Training
July 15 – 19, 9:00am – 3:00pm
Ages: 5-8 years
Does your child have a hard time making friends? Join us for a full week of action packed fun! This camp is designed to teach your superhero the skills needed to navigate through the social world.
Social Survival Games
July 15 – 19, or July 22-26, 9:00am – 3:00pm
Ages: 7-11 years
Does your child have a hard time making friends? Join us for a full week of action packed fun! This camp is designed to teach your superhero the skills needed to navigate through the social world.
Robotics & Coding 101
July through August, 9:00am – 3:00pm
Ages: 8-18 years
This fun and creative summer camp will help children and youth living with autism work on Robotics & Coding 101. Your child will have the added bonus of working alongside industry professionals and/or the Robotics Canada high school student team that placed 1st at their last competition.
High School Prep Club
July through August, 9:00am – 12:00pm
Ages: 13-14 years
The High School Prep Club is an intermediate/advanced camp that will bring together students of similar age to prepare them for the transition to high school. This interactive program will cover a wide range of topics that will help your teen navigate a new setting.
Gaming Together
July 29 – August 2, 9:00am – 3:00pm
Ages: 8-16 years
Gaming Together is a camp dedicated to building your teen’s self-confidence by teaching advanced social skills while engaging in fun and interactive projects.
Money Works
August 12 – 16, 9:00am – 3:00pm
Ages: 15-18 years
This advanced Summer Camp is designed to help older teens and young adults understand the importance of money and learning financial literacy.
Contact Us
We want to support you. If you have thoughts or comments on our autism services we would like to hear from you. You can share your thoughts by contacting us through one of the methods below:
Phone 416-925-5141 ext. 2429
Email autismservices@surreyplace.ca
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