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We provide Clinic based as well as Home based Behavior Consultancy, Occupational Therapy, Speech & Language Therapy , Behavior Intervention services In Burnaby.
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Our team of Experienced Behavior Consultants and Therapists take additional steps to ensure that your child is given personal and professional care.....Always!
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Symbiosis Pediatric Therapy-Burnaby aims to advance its vision of building an inclusive community where "every child with special needs is a part, not apart". From its humble beginning in 2009, Symbiosis has built a robust team of experienced and dedicated multidisciplinary healthcare providers (including Behavior Consultants, Occupational Therapists, and Speech-Language Therapists) serving neuro-divergent children and their families in Burnaby and neighboring cities.

Our SERVICES

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PLAY AND LEARN

Our program consists of the following components

Our Services

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Enrolment Process

Step by step Process

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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

Symbiosis Pediatric Therapy Inc. was the winner of the Business of the Year (up to 50 employees) at the Burnaby Business Excellence Awards 2024 by Burnaby Board of Trade

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.