Behaviour Consultant Abbotsford for children

Serving Abbotsford families since 2009
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Symbiosis Behavior Consultants in Abbotsford for children provides comprehensive services designed to support children with autism and other developmental needs. Behavior Consultants works closely with families to assess behavior, develop individualized intervention plans, and promote meaningful skill development. 

Clinic based Behavior Consultation

Our Delta Clinic is designed for children, which includes a sensory gym, rooms, and activities to support your child to learn
Our Behavior Consultants/BCBAs develop programs which are clinically driven and utilize procedures that have been developed after working with children and research-based.

Behavior Consultancy at Home

Home can be used as a comfortable and cozy therapeutic environment for some children, full of learning opportunities.
When therapy happens at home, everyone gets to be part of it. Parents will see what’s working, learn how to keep the progress going, and pick up strategies for handling challenging moments.

Behavior support in Pre-school

Preschool-based behavior therapy helps your child learn new skills that help them thrive in their current pre school setting.
Preschool-based Behavior intervention helps your child learn new skills that help them thrive in the preschool or daycare setting.

Take a peek into our children-inspired therapy clinic in Abbotsford, BC

Play AND LEARN

As a trusted team of Behavior consultants services in Abbotsford, Symbiosis Pediatric Therapy offers personalized, family-centred support for children and youth.

Our Abbotsford Behaviour Consultant team provides comprehensive services for behaviour, communication, learning, motor development, sensory needs, speech, social skills, and daily living skills. All services are provided in a caring and supportive environment designed to help every child thrive.

Behavior consultants in the Abbotsford clinic

  • Behaviour Consultant and Analyst services in Delta clinic support children with Autism, ADHD, emotional regulation challenges, and behaviour concerns at home as well as in the  school.
  • They provide personalized, evidence-based strategies to improve communication, social skills, self-regulation, routines, and positive behaviour outcomes while supporting families every step of the way.
  • The Social Skills program is run by our Behavior consultant, Speech Therapists and Occupational Therapists for children with autism, ADHD, and communication or peer-interaction challenges.
  • Our experienced therapists provide evidence-based social skills training to help children build friendships, improve conversation skills, develop emotional regulation, understand social cues, and gain confidence at home, at school, and in the community.

Why Families Choose Symbiosis Behavior Consultants for their children in Abbotsford

Symbiosis Pediatric Therapy does not rely on just one Behavior Consultant. It has a full team of BCBAs and Behavior Consultants, led by highly experienced directors (Shalini Das & Sumanta Das), who themselves are BCBA and Occupational Therapists. At Symbiosis, Families in Abbotsford receive not only team-based care but also programs that are customized and supervised by senior Behavior Consultants. There is also a continuity across home, school, and the clinical setting.

Local Behavior Consultant clinic providing in-person services since 2009

Parents trust a therapist-owned clinic where the  founders, themselves, are Behavior Analysts and Occupational Therapists

Collaborative care with Occupational Therapists, Speech therapists, and Behavior Interventionists

Team of Therapists who collaborate and are ready to make real connections and provide  care to children

Warm, child-friendly environment including a big Sensory-motor gym

Strong focus on collaboration, inclusion, and measurable progress

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Enrolment Process

Step by step Process

1

Intake interview

The initial interview is conducted either by our Behavior Consultant, OT, SLP or Clinic Coordinator. The purpose of this interview is to collect basic information about

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Assessment

The assessment is recommended for children who are referred for our services for the first time. The assessment requires an appointment involving interviews

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Customized Therapy plan

Following assessment, an intervention plan consisting of findings, recommendations and strategies

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Intervention sessions

Intervention sessions are generally scheduled based on the need of the child. The session includes initial planning

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Regular follow-up and meetings

Regular meeting with the parents and collaboration are done with other professionals involved with the child.

Awards and Recognitions in Abbotsford

Symbiosis Abbotsford-winner of Established Business of the year award in 2024
Symbiosis Abbotsford team receiving the Delta Business Excellence Awards 2024

Visit Symbiosis Clinic in Abbotsford

Symbiosis Pediatric Therapy is conveniently located in Abbotsford, making it easy for families across the city to access in-person pediatric therapy services.

Symbiosis Abbotsford clinic is easily accessible from major routes, including Highway 1, Marshall Road, South Fraser Way,  Clearbrook Road, and Gladwin Road, making travel simple for families coming from East Abbotsford, West Abbotsford, Clearbrook, Central Abbotsford, Sumas Prairie, Matsqui, and nearby communities.

Easy access from Abbotsford neighbourhood

  • East Abbotsford: Just a short drive via Marshall Road or Old Yale Road
  • West Abbotsford: Quick access using Clearbrook Road or South Fraser Way
  • Central Abbotsford: Convenient route via Gladwin Road or McCallum Road
  • Clearbrook: Easy drive using Clearbrook Road or Highway 1
  • Sumas Prairie: Direct access via Highway 11 or South Fraser Way
  • Matsqui: Reach us easily from Highway 1 and Mt. Lehman Road

Behaviour Consultants for Autism Services in Abbotsford

Our Abbotsford Behaviour Consultants work closely with families to understand concerns, identify goals, and create practical strategies for everyday success.

We can help with:

  • Challenging behaviours
  • Transitions and routines
  • Following directions
  • Emotional regulation
  • Toilet training support
  • Attention and participation
  • Sleep and daily routines
  • Independence skills

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you offer in-person ABA Therapy in Abbotsford?

Yes, we provide in-person behaviour and autism support services in Abbotsford as well as nearby areas of Chilliwack, Mission, Hope, and Agassiz.

Do you help with Autism funding, At Home funding, or Variety funding for families receiving services in Abbotsford?

We can guide families regarding any available funding pathways and service planning services in our clinic.

The Autism Funding program will transition to a new program. Until then, the Autism Funding program continues unchanged and is accepting new applications until March 2027. Families can contact the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) for more information regarding the upcoming changes.Click here for more information.

On the other hand, the At Home Program is designed to support children and youth with severe disabilities and complex health care needs. The program provides a range of medical equipment and services for eligible children. Click here for more information.

How often should my child attend therapy?

Frequency depends on your child’s goals, needs, and family schedule. We can recommend a personalized plan after the initial intake as well after the assessment by the respective therapist accordingly

Shalini Das

Director, Board Certified Behavior Analyst,Occupational Therapist

Shalini is one of the co-founders of Symbiosis Pediatric Therapy. She currently oversees the clinical and administrative departments of Symbiosis. Shalini has more than 25 years of experience working with children with autism and developmental disabilities.

Shalini completed her Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy specializing in Pediatric Neurology in 2000. She also has her Masters degree in Special Education with a focus on Applied Behavior Analysis from The Pennsylvania State University.Shalini is listed in the RASP list as a Behavior Consultant and an Occupational Therapist.

Shalini has extensive clinical experience with assessment and program development that is designed to treat challenging behaviors, build communication, and functional life skills. Some of the team-based intervention which she incorporates are the Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA), Early Start Denver Model (ESDM), SCERTS, DIR®/Floor time model, etc.

Shalini has trained & supervised several teams of therapists, parents, and other professionals on evidence-based behavioral strategies to improve the quality of life for the children. She also assists with the development and implementation of evidence-based treatment approaches, in addition to providing clinical guidance and mentorship to the Behavioral intervention team.

Shalini is certified to administer the Sensory Integration and Praxis Test (SIPT) from the University of Southern California and in Neuro-Developmental Therapy (NDT) from NDT Association, USA. She also enjoys working with children in Symbiosis embracing different therapy models while viewing the challenges faced by the children through the developmental framework.

Shalini is the mother of two children and understands the importance of considering the needs and wants of all members of the family when establishing therapy goals. She spends her spare time with her children and husband, reading, traveling, and cooking different recipes from around the world.