Clinical Programs

Early Intervention: Step 3 (Ages 3-5 years)
Small groups (5 clients) conducted in pre-school format with a lead instructor and an assistant; based on the TDSB preschool curriculum and Naturalistic Developmental Behavioural Intervention (NDBI); with Early Start Denver Model (ESDM) principles
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4513196/
Group screening visit
3 hour sessions (morning or afternoon); 3 days per week
16 week cycle (pilot program)

All ages – Group
A parent education program (led by a behavior specialist) with group training, followed by individualized development of a child-specific behavioural plan
Follow up visits at home (or in the community)
Parents track progress and insights via journaling and data collection
8 week program:
3 weeks 2-hour parent group sessions (in-centre)
behavioural plan development and review (1:1 session with a therapist)
weekly in-home intervention by behavior consultants (4 weeks)

Early Intervention: Step 2 (Ages 2- 5 years) – In Home
 Targets skills across developmental domains (i.e., social attention, communication, imitation, play, daily living skills and joint attention) in home or childcare settings
 Features both adult and child as partners in learning, with data collection to support planning
 Opportunity for consultation or co-treated sessions with an occupational therapist and/or a speech-language pathologist
1:1 Naturalistic Developmental Behavioural Intervention (NDBI) with a therapist at home, in the community or in school/daycare
Assessment Phase:
3-5 hour assessment and plan development
Treatment Phase:
3 hour blocks: 2-3 days/week

Early Intervention: Step 2 (Ages 2- 5 years) – In Centre

1. Targets skills across developmental domains (i.e., social attention, communication, imitation, play, daily living skills and joint attention)
2. Features both adult and child as partners in learning, with data collection to support planning
3. Periodic consultations by an occupational therapy and a speech-language pathologist
4. 1:1 Naturalistic Developmental Behavioural Intervention (NDBI) with a therapist at ISAND

Assessment Phase:
5.5 hour assessment and plan development
Treatment Phase (options):

1. 3 hours sessions x 2sessions per week
2. 2 hours sessions x 3 sessions per week
3. 2 hours sessions x 2 sessions per week

Format: In-centre individual sessions, Teen/Young adult sessions, School-age child with parent group sessions in studio (nearby); 8-10 week sessions
Eligibility: Ages 4 to adult
Description:
 Focus on movement, breathing, imitation skills
 Rhythmic movement training to help developmental reflexes (calm and focus)

Format: custom recommendation; limited spots available (off site)
Eligibility: Ages 12+
Description:
 Support for participation in community-based Kung Fu classes using mindfulness and cognitive behavioural strategies
 Coached by a social worker/Kung Fu master

Format: Virtual or In-Person options are available
Session length: 60 minutes per session
Program Length: Program will be based on ISAND Care Cycles and will run for (approximately) 12 weeks at a time. Program Length to be confirmed at Intake
Eligibility: Ages 3-18
Screening Visit: required for new enrollments (Screening visits are billed separately from Program)
Description:
 Small group sessions of 2 – 4 participants;
 Groups consist of similar aged peers working on similar goals, similar support needs for language, behaviour, etc., and/or have some similar interests;
 Groups facilitated by ISAND clinicians from a variety of backgrounds;
 Goals to be addressed include: verbal and non-verbal communication; sharing; turn taking; cooperation; negotiation and play skills based on the Social Thinking ™ concepts and teachings https://www.socialthinking.com
Cost: To be confirmed at Intake

Format: Virtual
Session length: 60 minutes per session
Program Length: Program will be based on ISAND Care Cycles and will run for (approximately) 12 weeks at a time. Program Length to be confirmed at Intake
Eligibility: Ages 18+
Screening Visit: completion of intake form and initial (virtual) screening required
Description:
 Small group sessions of 2 – 4 participants;
 Groups facilitated by a Speech & Language Pathologist;
 This program is designed for those with nuanced social skill challenges and could include individuals with ASD, ADHD, or other challenges, who function with the normal limits of language and cognition. Using the Social Thinking framework TM (www.socialthinking.com), group participants will discuss abstract concepts including: thoughts; feelings; goal setting; and
social consequences;
 Potential candidates are asked to complete the intake form independently;
 Topics to be discussed include: Independent living and social interactions; the World of Work – how to be connected at work; Recreational World – joining in on activities and relationships.
 Through discussion, videos and skill building activities, you will enjoy increased confidence in social communication at home, at work, and at play.
Cost: To be confirmed at Intake