Treatment

Treatment

Treatment

At Kids ETC, every service we offer is grounded in evidence-based practice and delivered by a team of qualified clinicians.

At Kids ETC, every service we offer is grounded in evidence-based practice and delivered by a team of qualified clinicians.

At Kids ETC, every service we offer is grounded in evidence-based practice and delivered by a team of qualified clinicians.

A child engaged in ABA therapy with a Kids ETC clinician in Calgary
Child and therapist working together at a table in a bright, calm room

Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) Therapy

Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) Therapy

Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) Therapy

ABA therapy is one of the most researched and effective approaches for supporting children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Rooted in the principles pioneered by Dr. O. Ivar Lovaas, ABA focuses on building meaningful skills while reducing behaviours that may interfere with your child’s daily life.


Our clinical team develops a comprehensive individualized treatment plan — because no two children are the same, and no two programs should be either. ABA can support development across a wide range of areas including:


  • Communication and language

  • Social skills and play

  • Self-care and daily living

  • Academic readiness

  • Behaviour and self-regulation


Treatment is delivered in a one-to-one setting and uses positive reinforcement to encourage skill-building. As your child progresses, therapy expands into new environments to support generalization of skills into everyday life.

ABA therapy is one of the most researched and effective approaches for supporting children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Rooted in the principles pioneered by Dr. O. Ivar Lovaas, ABA focuses on building meaningful skills while reducing behaviours that may interfere with your child’s daily life.


Our clinical team develops a comprehensive individualized treatment plan — because no two children are the same, and no two programs should be either. ABA can support development across a wide range of areas including:


  • Communication and language

  • Social skills and play

  • Self-care and daily living

  • Academic readiness

  • Behaviour and self-regulation


Treatment is delivered in a one-to-one setting and uses positive reinforcement to encourage skill-building. As your child progresses, therapy expands into new environments to support generalization of skills into everyday life.

50+

Years of peer-reviewed ABA research

50+

Years of peer-reviewed ABA research

63-88%

of ABA outcome records reported improvement across communication, social skills, or daily living

63-88%

of ABA outcome records reported improvement across communication, social skills, or daily living

#1

Recognized as an evidence-based treatment for autism by leading health organizations

#1

Recognized as an evidence-based treatment for autism by leading health organizations

2-6 yrs

Outcomes are often strongest with early intervention

2-6 yrs

Outcomes are often strongest with early intervention

The Science Behind the Progress

The Science Behind the Progress

ABA is one of the most researched therapies available for children with autism. Here’s what that means for your family.

ABA is one of the most researched therapies available for children with autism. Here’s what that means for your family.

Decades of Research

ABA is one of the most studied therapies in the world. It's endorsed by the American Psychological Association and the U.S. Surgeon General and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

ABA is one of the most studied therapies in the world. It's endorsed by the American Psychological Association and the U.S. Surgeon General and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Built Around Your Child

ABA isn't one-size-fits-all. Every program is individualized — targeting the specific skills your child needs most, whether that's communication, daily routines, social interaction, or behaviour management.

ABA isn't one-size-fits-all. Every program is individualized — targeting the specific skills your child needs most, whether that's communication, daily routines, social interaction, or behaviour management.

Session Structure

ABA therapy builds skills through structured activities and real-life practice. A therapist guides every session using positive reinforcement — so learning feels natural and progress is measurable.

ABA therapy builds skills through structured activities and real-life practice. A therapist guides every session using positive reinforcement — so learning feels natural and progress is measurable.

Family Benefits

ABA doesn't stop when the session ends. Parents receive training and strategies so skills carry over at home, in the community, and at school — making progress part of everyday life.

ABA doesn't stop when the session ends. Parents receive training and strategies so skills carry over at home, in the community, and at school — making progress part of everyday life.

Parent Coaching

Parent Coaching

Parents are not just observers — they are essential members of the treatment team. Our parent training programs equip families with the tools and strategies to support their child’s progress at home and in the community.


We work with parents to implement structured and naturalistic teaching strategies, manage challenging behaviours, and carry skills learned in therapy into everyday routines.


Parent training at Kids ETC can include support with:


  • Sleep training — establishing healthy sleep routines using behaviour-based strategies

  • Toilet training — step-by-step support for achieving independence with toileting

  • Behaviour management — practical strategies for navigating challenging moments at home

  • Generalization of therapy goals — helping your child use the skills they’ve learned across all environments

Parents are not just observers — they are essential members of the treatment team. Our parent training programs equip families with the tools and strategies to support their child’s progress at home and in the community.


We work with parents to implement structured and naturalistic teaching strategies, manage challenging behaviours, and carry skills learned in therapy into everyday routines.


Parent training at Kids ETC can include support with:


  • Sleep training — establishing healthy sleep routines using behaviour-based strategies

  • Toilet training — step-by-step support for achieving independence with toileting

  • Behaviour management — practical strategies for navigating challenging moments at home

  • Generalization of therapy goals — helping your child use the skills they’ve learned across all environments

Child and therapist working together at a table in a bright, calm room

47.7%

Decrease in behavioural challenges when parents are trained and involved

47.7%

Decrease in behavioural challenges when parents are trained and involved

3–6 mo

Average time to see consistent, measurable progress with regular strategy use

3–6 mo

Average time to see consistent, measurable progress with regular strategy use

2x

Children progress faster when parents are active participants in therapy

2x

Children progress faster when parents are active participants in therapy

1 in 5

About a fifth of the variation in parenting stress is linked to parental confidence — something parent coaching helps build

1 in 5

About a fifth of the variation in parenting stress is linked to parental confidence — something parent coaching helps build

More Ways We Support Your Child

More Ways We Support Your Child

More Ways We Support Your Child

Not every family follows the same path. These services are available to all children and youth

Not every family follows the same path. These services are available to all children and youth

Social Skills Training
(SST)

Strong social skills lay the foundation for meaningful relationships and successful participation in school and community life. Our social skills training programs support children in developing communication, perspective-taking, problem-solving, and conversational skills.


Social skills training is beneficial for children with ASD, ADHD, learning differences, and any child who would benefit from additional support in this area. Programming is tailored to each child's developmental level and goals.

Social Skills Training (SSK)

Strong social skills lay the foundation for meaningful relationships and successful participation in school and community life. Our social skills training programs support children in developing communication, perspective-taking, problem-solving, and conversational skills.


Social skills training is beneficial for children with ASD, ADHD, learning differences, and any child who would benefit from additional support in this area. Programming is tailored to each child's developmental level and goals.

Social Skills Training
(SST)

Strong social skills lay the foundation for meaningful relationships and successful participation in school and community life. Our social skills training programs support children in developing communication, perspective-taking, problem-solving, and conversational skills.


Social skills training is beneficial for children with ASD, ADHD, learning differences, and any child who would benefit from additional support in this area. Programming is tailored to each child's developmental level and goals.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

CBT is an evidence-based therapeutic approach that helps children and adults understand the connection between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. Through CBT, clients learn to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop more effective strategies for managing difficult situations.


At Kids ETC, CBT is offered by qualified clinicians and is commonly used to support children and youth experiencing anxiety, mood challenges, ADHD, anger management difficulties, sleep challenges, and more.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

CBT is an evidence-based therapeutic approach that helps children and adults understand the connection between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. Through CBT, clients learn to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop more effective strategies for managing difficult situations.


At Kids ETC, CBT is offered by qualified clinicians and is commonly used to support children and youth experiencing anxiety, mood challenges, ADHD, anger management difficulties, sleep challenges, and more.

Tutoring &
Academic Support

Academic success looks different for every child — and every family deserves access to quality support. Our tutoring and academic support services are open to all children and youth, regardless of diagnosis or background.


Whether your child needs help catching up, keeping up, or getting ahead, our team provides individualized academic support tailored to their learning style and goals. We work collaboratively with families to build confidence, strengthen foundational skills, and foster a love of learning.

Tutoring & Academic Support

Academic success looks different for every child — and every family deserves access to quality support. Our tutoring and academic support services are open to all children and youth, regardless of diagnosis or background.


Whether your child needs help catching up, keeping up, or getting ahead, our team provides individualized academic support tailored to their learning style and goals. We work collaboratively with families to build confidence, strengthen foundational skills, and foster a love of learning.

Tutoring &
Academic Support

Academic success looks different for every child — and every family deserves access to quality support. Our tutoring and academic support services are open to all children and youth, regardless of diagnosis or background.


Whether your child needs help catching up, keeping up, or getting ahead, our team provides individualized academic support tailored to their learning style and goals. We work collaboratively with families to build confidence, strengthen foundational skills, and foster a love of learning.

How to get started

A simple path from first conversation to meaningful support

A simple path from first conversation to meaningful support

We help families understand options, choose the right service, and move forward with a plan that feels clear and supportive.

01

Talk with our team

Share your goals, questions, and concerns so we can understand what your child and family need most.

01

Talk with our team

Share your goals, questions, and concerns so we can understand what your child and family need most.

02

Choose the right support

We’ll recommend services such as assessment, ABA therapy, social skills support, or parent coaching based on your child’s needs.

02

Choose the right support

We’ll recommend services such as assessment, ABA therapy, social skills support, or parent coaching based on your child’s needs.

03

Begin with confidence

Your clinician will guide next steps, track progress, and keep communication clear as your child builds skills.

03

Begin with confidence

Your clinician will guide next steps, track progress, and keep communication clear as your child builds skills.

Ready when your family is

Ready when your family is

A solid foundation for a better outcome

A solid foundation for a better outcome

A solid foundation for a better outcome

No referral required.

Kids Early Treatment Center

Built on Science. Measured by Results.

Start with a conversation

No referral required — we’ll help you understand the right next step.

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Family-Centred Approach

Evidence-Based Support

Kids Early Treatment Center

Built on Science. Measured by Results.

Start with a conversation

No referral required — we’ll help you understand the right next step.

Privacy Policy | © 2026 Kids ETC. All rights reserved.

Family-Centred Approach |

Evidence-Based Support

Kids Early Treatment Center

Built on Science. Measured by Results.

Start with a conversation

No referral required — we’ll help you understand the right next step.

Privacy Policy | © 2026 Kids ETC. All rights reserved.

Family-Centred Approach |

Evidence-Based Support