THE SERVICE
What is behaviour analysis?
Behaviour analysis is an evidence-based approach to understanding why behaviours happen and teaching the skills that help children and teens thrive. Rather than focusing only on stopping difficult behaviour, it looks at what a behaviour communicates and builds new skills to meet that need.
Each program is individualized and built together with families, around goals that matter to the child and to the people who support them.
Social skills
Starting and keeping conversations, making friends, reading social situations, and handling conflict.
Emotion and behaviour regulation
Recognizing feelings, coping with frustration and anxiety, managing transitions, and reducing behaviours that get in the way.
Executive functioning coaching
Planning, organizing, managing time, getting started on tasks, and following through on schoolwork and daily routines.
WHAT WE WORK ON
When behaviour support may help
These are some of the reasons families reach out to us.
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Friendships are hard
Your child wants to connect but struggles to join in, take turns, or keep friends.
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Big feelings
Meltdowns, outbursts, or frustration that are hard to settle.
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Transitions and change
Moving between activities, routines, or settings causes real distress.
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Challenges at school
Teachers report difficulties with behaviour, attention, or following classroom routines.
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Building independence
Daily living skills, organization, and self-advocacy that support growing up.
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Support for the whole family
Parents want practical strategies that work at home.
OUR APPROACH
Compassionate, individualized support
Every child is different, so every program is too. Programs are developed together with caregivers, built on your child's strengths and values, and use evidence-based behavioural strategies.
Understanding the why: a functional behaviour assessment looks at what a behaviour communicates before any plan is made.
Positive, proactive strategies: the focus is on teaching new skills and adjusting the environment, not on punishment.
Values-based goals: goals reflect what matters to your child and your family.
Working where life happens: support at home, at school, in childcare, and in the community.
Goals are built with your child, focusing on self-determination, independence, and self-advocacy.
Working with home and school
Lasting change happens when everyone around a child is working together. We collaborate with parents, teachers, and childcare staff, so strategies carry over into everyday life.
THE PROCESS
How it works, step by step
Step
What happens
Why it matters
Free consultation
A 15-minute call to talk through your concerns
Helps decide whether behaviour support is the right fit
Getting to know your child
A conversation with caregivers and, when appropriate, your child, along with observation
Understands strengths, needs, and what matters to your family
Functional behaviour assessment
A careful look at when, where, and why behaviours happen
Makes sure the plan addresses the real reason behind a behaviour
Individualized program
Clear goals and strategies, built with you
Focuses on the skills that will make the biggest difference
Ongoing sessions and review
Regular sessions, caregiver coaching, and progress reviews
Goals are adjusted as your child grows
THE SUPPORT
What families receive
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A clear understanding
Why behaviours are happening and what your child needs.
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Coaching for caregivers
Practical strategies you can use at home, every day.
Who you will work with
Lital Rotman Gruneir, BCBA, RBA
Registered Behaviour Analyst with more than 20 years of experience supporting children, youth, and families in the Greater Toronto Area.
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An individualized program
Goals and strategies tailored to your child and your family.
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Collaboration with school
Support for teachers and childcare staff, when helpful.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is behaviour analysis only for autistic children?
No. Behaviour analysis can help any child or teen who would benefit from support with social skills, emotion regulation, behaviour, or independence. It is also widely used to support autistic children and teens.
What ages do you work with?
We work with children and teens ages 2 to 18, with a particular focus on tweens and teens.
Where do sessions take place?
Sessions can take place at the clinic, at home, at school, in childcare, or in the community, depending on your child's goals.
Do I need a diagnosis to start?
No. Support is based on your child's needs and goals, not on a diagnosis.
Can we use Ontario Autism Program funding?
Lital is an approved Ontario Autism Program provider. If your family receives OAP funding, we can talk about how it may apply during your consultation.
Is behaviour analysis covered by insurance?
Coverage for services provided by a Registered Behaviour Analyst varies between extended health plans. We recommend checking your plan, and we are happy to help you find out what is covered.
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