Programs Offered

Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA) Therapy

Thinking in Pictures Educational Services provides individual Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA) therapy through a team approach consisting of an educational consultant, senior and junior therapist. A psychologist is available to provide individual assessments. Children are initially assessed using The Assessment of Basic Language and Learning Skills (revised) (ABLLS-R) in order to develop a program that is unique to their needs. The child is guided towards success through positive reinforcement and motivation. ABA is offered as both full day and half-day programs. (offered: 2-10 yrs) .
For children aged 2-6, research shows that ABA should be used intensively, therefore, it is recommended to do ABA/IBI as often as possible. In later years, as the children transition into school, ABA programming is still available to focus on skills that the children need to learn. Examples may be: self help skills, life skills, social skills or academic skills etc.

After School Hours Programming

Thinking in Pictures Educational Services provides after school hours programming for school age children and youths. Group programs are delivered using the principles of ABA. Therapists help children develop organizational skills, complete homework, and develop life skills. Children are involved in structured and semi-structured games and recreational activities to help promote effective communication skills, daily living skills, independence and a sense of community inclusion. After School Hours programming is offered every day after school, throughout the school year. (ages 7-18 yrs.)

Social Integration Program

Thinking in Pictures offers social integration for youths on Saturdays. Group social programs are delivered using the principles of ABA. Therapists help youth develop functional communication skills (both verbal and non-verbal) and appropriate emotional responses. They also help youth in building friendships and trusting relationships with peers and adults. The focus of the program is to help youth with ASD and other exceptionalities feel comfortable in social situations. (offered: 4-18yrs) Please be advised that some social programs do meet at different locations in order to maximize the use of taught skills within the natural setting.

Due to the positive gains and success’ of the previous social integration programs, as well as high demand, TIPES has taken it’s social integration programs and divided them into more defined groups. Please see below for more information.
Busy Bees Preschool Program (ages 3-4)
Clever Caterpillars Kinder Program (ages 5-6)

Vocational skills training

Thinking in Pictures offers vocational training programs for teens and young adults on Saturdays and some weekdays. Students are given the training to manage a typical job and are given positions within the community. While in the program students are coached through different skills in order to increase the exposure to various situations and occupations. The purpose of the program is to enhance skills for obtaining an occupation and to prepare the students for typical settings and situations.

Note: TIPES Social Integration Progam begins February 4th 2012. Please see flyer for registration information
Saturday Afternoon Teen Group (Ages 10-18)

Family Relief Services (Respite)

Our experienced and knowledgeable therapists are available to offer respite services. Parents can be confident that their child is in good hands. Respite services can make a world of difference for parents, providing them the chance to rest, reconnect or recharge. Respite services are available after school and by appointment evenings and weekends. (offered to all ages 2-18 yrs)

Workshops for Families and Professionals

Various workshops will be available to parents and professionals to educate them on ABA therapy and/or Lovass therapy. The workshops will be presented by senior therapists and educational consultants. The workshops will include a background on ABA therapy and/or Lovass therapy. The workshop will also include demonstrations of program development and delivery, as well as new and innovative ideas that Thinking in Pictures Educational Services would like to implement.

Attention Enhancment and Work Completion Program

This program was created for children who have difficulty remaining focused in their classes and sustaining attention to their school work. They are easily distracted and can be highly restless and fidgety. This program offers a comprehensive psychological assessment aimed at identifying the causes of these problems. Following this identification, interventions are created to enhance the ability of these children to pay attention and complete their work. Services are delivered both in the child’s natural classroom and in the TIPES environment. The TIPES classroom is used to create a foundation of attending and work completion skills that can be generalized to the child’s classroom of origin.

Programs such as Defiant child training, ADHD Coaching and Tutoring are offered in affiliation with Dr. Sherman and Associates. For more information on these programs please check Dr. Shermans information found under the professionals tab.