Treatment Research and Education for Autism and Developmental Disorders (TRE-ADD)
TRE-ADD offers comprehensive care to support children and youth with complex needs
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Helping young people succeed at school and in their community
In the TRE-ADD program, we assess and treat complex behaviours, such as aggression or self-injury. The goal is to help young people with complex needs confidently participate in school and community so they can pursue their possibilities.
The TRE-ADD team includes professionals from several disciplines, including medical, education, social work, and family support, ensuring your child or teen receives the most comprehensive care possible.
Who we support
TRE-ADD is for children and youth ages 6–18 with:
- Autism or related intellectual and developmental disabilities
- Complex behavioural challenges
Forms of support
There are two forms of TRE-ADD support:
School-based services and community support services.
TRE-ADD School-Based Services
School-based services are in partnership with local school boards to help students safely return to a community classroom. Students are admitted into one of six treatment classrooms, where they receive clinical (i.e., functional behavioural assessments; medical or medication review) and educational assessments, and an individualized treatment plan for the student and their family.
TRE-ADD Community Support Services
Community Support Services of TRE-ADD provides community-based services and short-term consultation to caregivers and professionals who support children and youth with complex behaviours. We offer a range of supports, including:
- Free Wellness events
- Referrals and funding resources
- Access to support groups
- Brief consultation and support strategies
- Professional development and training
To be eligible for this service, clients must meet the following criteria:
- School-aged children from 6 to 18 years old
- Diagnosed with autism and developmental or intellectual disabilities
- Have multiple and complex behavioural needs (e.g., aggression, self-injury, property destruction)
- Reside in the Toronto, Peel or York regions
School-Based TRE-ADD partner with:
- Toronto District School Board (TDSB)
- Toronto Catholic District School Board (TCDSB)
- Peel District School Board (PDSB)
Our interprofessional team includes:
- Clinical Supervisors, (BCBA/BCBA-D)
- Senior Therapists (BCBA)
- Supervising Therapists (BCBA)
- Instructor Therapists and Behaviour Support Workers
- Medical Director
- Registered Nurse
- Family Support Coaches
- Social Worker
- Speech Language Pathologist
- Psychologist
We provide short-term services to those who are not eligible for our TRE-ADD School-Based Services, where appropriate and upon request.
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