Experience, Compassion, and Meaningful Progress at bitKIDS At bitKIDS Behaviour Consulting, we believe that effective therapy starts with understanding the individual child and the people who support them. Our team brings together professional knowledge, practical experience, and a commitment to helping children build skills that matter in their everyday lives. This month, we’re introducing Lindsay […]
Ontario has introduced a new option for some families receiving Ontario Autism Program (OAP) funding: eligible families may choose to waive their upcoming Determination of Needs (DON) interview for one funding period. What does this mean? If a family chooses to waive the DON interview: Who may be eligible? Families may be eligible if: Waiving […]
Your child’s first day of ABA therapy can bring a lot of questions. What do we bring? Where do we go? Who will meet my child? What will they do during the session? Knowing what to expect can make the first day feel much less overwhelming—for both you and your child. Here’s what your first […]
Completing your Intake Form is a big milestone—and one step closer to starting your child’s ABA journey. Once you click “Submit,” many families wonder what happens next. Will someone contact us? When will therapy start? What’s left to do? Here’s what you can expect. Step 1: We Review Your Information An RBA will carefully review […]
Starting at bitKIDS Beginning ABA therapy is an exciting step, and we want the process to feel as smooth as possible. After your initial consultation, one of the first things you’ll complete is our ABA Intake Form. Although it may seem detailed, every question has a purpose. The information you provide helps our team learn […]
What to Expect Every Step of the Way Taking the first step toward starting ABA services can feel exciting, hopeful, and sometimes a little overwhelming. Whether you’ve recently received an autism diagnosis, are exploring your options, or are ready to begin therapy, it’s natural to have questions about what happens next. At bitKIDS, we believe […]
If your family has recently been contacted to schedule a Determination of Needs (DON) meeting through the Ontario Autism Program, now is the perfect time to start preparing. The DON meeting is an important opportunity to discuss your child’s current support needs across all areas of daily life, and being organized can help you feel […]
A Flexible Starting Point for Families At bitKIDS, all ongoing one-to-one ABA services begin with an individualized assessment. During an ABA assessment, we use a variety of assessment tools that help us understand a learner’s strengths, needs, and priorities so that recommendations and programming can be tailored to support meaningful progress. For some families, however, […]
At bitKIDS, we are committed to ongoing learning that helps us better support the children, youth, and families we serve. In May 2026, Senior Therapist Danielle Abbatangelo attended From Childhood to Adulthood: How to Set, Teach, and Evaluate Goals Related to Sexuality Development and Other Supporting Areas for Autistic Learners, led by Dr. Peter Gerhardt […]
Preparing for Summer Success Through Spring Practice As the weather begins to warm and outdoor routines return, spring is the perfect time to gently introduce the skills and experiences children may need for a successful summer. For many children, especially those with sensory sensitivities or difficulty with transitions, summer activities can bring exciting opportunities alongside […]
