Therapy: ABA, Core Services OAP
Age: All Ages
Fees: Differ per service and time of day that is booked. Please contact us for ABI’s Rate Card
Eligibility: Determined by screen.
Languages offered: English
Referral: No
Location: In-person and/or virtual
About Art Therapy
Using art as a tool to teach skills in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) offers a multitude of benefits for autistics and other developmental disabilities. Art provides a versatile and engaging medium through which individuals can explore, express, and learn new concepts and behaviors. Whether through drawing, painting, sculpting, or other forms of creative expression, art activities offer opportunities for individuals to practice and generalize a wide range of skills, including fine motor skills, creativity, communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation. Art projects can be tailored to individual interests and abilities, providing a motivating and enjoyable way to target specific learning goals. Additionally, art fosters self-expression and self-esteem, allowing individuals to communicate their thoughts, feelings, and experiences in a nonverbal manner. By incorporating art into ABA interventions, therapists can create dynamic and inclusive learning environments that promote holistic development and meaningful outcomes for individuals with autism.
Art Therapy Can Help With:
Emotional Expression: Art therapy provides a nonverbal outlet for autistic individuals to express complex emotions, thoughts, and experiences that may be difficult to communicate verbally.
Sensory Integration: Engaging in art activities can help autistic individuals regulate sensory input and develop sensory integration skills by exploring different textures, colors, and materials.
Communication Skills: Art therapy encourages communication through visual expression, allowing autistic individuals to convey their thoughts, feelings, and experiences in a creative and meaningful way.
Social Skills: Group art therapy sessions provide opportunities for autistic individuals to practice social skills such as turn-taking, sharing materials, and collaborating with others on creative projects.
Self-Esteem: Successfully completing art projects can boost self-esteem and confidence in autistic individuals, providing a sense of accomplishment and pride in their abilities.
Emotional Regulation: Engaging in art-making activities can help autistic individuals regulate their emotions by providing a calming and therapeutic outlet for stress and anxiety.
Cognitive Development: Art therapy stimulates cognitive skills such as problem-solving, decision-making, and spatial reasoning through creative exploration and experimentation with different art materials and techniques.
Empowerment: Art therapy empowers autistic individuals by giving them a sense of control and agency over their creative expression and therapeutic process, fostering autonomy and self-advocacy.
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OUR PROCESS
Meeting you where you are, Applied Behavioural Interventions is committed to providing those we serve with the necessary tools so that they may live their life to its greatest potential. Working with the entire family, we value connection, engagement and family-centred care, in your home and in your community.
Call, email or click on our chat box to book a time to chat to a Parent Service Co-Ordinator.
Once you have decided that ABI is the right fit for your family, we will book an in-home assessment where we will individualize a treatment plan.
Our Director, a Registered Nurse and BCBA, will meet with you personally to discuss recommendations based on the assessment and a proposal for service is submitted to you for approval. This is a fluid conversation where you decide what will work best for your child, and for your family.
Having the right Team by your side is important. Your trust in us is a privilege. Together, we will select your Team, a start date and provide you with as much support as you need, every step of the way.