Group Therapy

WHAT WE PROVIDE

Our popular group programs

Your child may not be quite ready for a nursery program, school or day care. Or they may need a little more practice in group and social setting.  At KidsConnecting, we offer a variety of groups to meet the needs of our clients. 

In our groups, the ratio of children to adults is never more than 5:2, ensuring that your child gets the support and nurturing they deserve, while also enjoying social interactions with peers. Groups are run by an educator (ECE or teacher) and behaviour therapist so that our programming is well-rounded, developmentally sound and engaging. Social engagement, communication and play are our main focus. Independence, self-care and school readiness skills are taught at an age-appropriate level. 

Fun with Friends (on-going registration)

Fun with Friends is an engaging group program designed for little ones who could benefit from extra guidance and practice in a small group setting.

Day

Thursday

Time

9:30-11

Age

3-5 years

Ratio

4:2

On-going registration

Kids' Club (8-Week Program)

Kids’ Club is the perfect group for neurodivergent kids who have lots to say and plenty of interests, but still find it tricky to make and keep friends.

Day

Saturday

Time

10-12

Age

5-7 years

Ratio

6:2

September 12 – October 31

STEAM Sundays (8-Week Program)

This fun and supportive program features hands-on science, technology, engineering, arts, and math activities that build creativity, confidence, problem-solving skills, and friendships.

Day

Sunday

Time

10-12

Age

8-10 years

Ratio

6:2

September 13 – November 1

The Crew (8-Week Program)

Join the crew to connect, create, and strengthen your social communication skills through teamwork, games, crafts, and play. Together, we’ll practice cooperation, problem-solving, and understanding different perspectives while having fun.

Day

Thursday

Time

6:30-8

Age

10-13 years

Ratio

6:2

September 10 –  November 5 (no session on September 24)

AAC - All Are Communicating (8-Week Program)

Anything goes in our multi-model communication group. We will explore, connect, and create together using body talk, gestures, mouth words and AAC devices to share our ideas. 

Day

Tuesday

Time

5-6:30

Age

8-12 years

Ratio

4:2

September 8 –  November 3 (no session on September 22)

Thornhill Autism Services

Why Choose KidsConnecting?

At KidsConnecting, we provide a personalized, play-based approach in a warm, family-friendly environment.

WHAT WE DO

Benefits of Working with us

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Care That Feels Like Play

Your child will learn, grow, and build new skills in a setting that feels fun, natural, and engaging — not clinical or overwhelming.

Personalized Attention Every Step of the Way

With small group sizes and direct access to our Founder, Stacey Baskind, your child gets the focused support and expert guidance they deserve.

Parents as True Partners

We believe you are your child’s best teacher. Through coaching and collaboration, we give you the tools and confidence to support your child at home and beyond.

Accessible and Flexible Support

As an OAP-approved provider, our services are eligible for funding. Families can choose from a range of individual and group programs designed to fit your child’s unique needs.

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Fun with Friends

This fun and engaging program is designed for toddlers aged 2–3 who could benefit from extra guidance and practice in a small group setting. The group is never more than four children – ensuring that your child gets the support they deserve as they learn how to be part of a group. 

Through songs, games, and hands-on activities, we’ll nurture your child’s communication, social, play, and early learning skills. Each day also includes activities to build fine and gross motor abilities and simple self-care routines — all at a developmentally-appropriate pace.

Led by an experienced and caring team of an RBA and ECE, this program feels more like a nursery school than therapy — a place where your child can grow, connect, and shine.

Ready to get started? Book your free consultation today!

The Friend Zone

The Friend Zone is the perfect group for neurodivergent kids aged 7–9 who have lots to say and plenty of interests, but still find it tricky to make and keep friends.

Each week, we dive into fun, interactive lessons on topics that really matter to kids — from building friendships and managing emotions, to being a good sport, navigating tricky social situations, and enjoying playdates. Children learn and practice these skills through books, videos, games, group activities, and collaborative problem-solving.

With a maximum of six participants, every child gets the attention and support they need, which navigating being in a group of peers. Co-facilitated by an RBA and a teacher, the group provides both structure and fun — helping kids not only learn how to be a good friend but also leave with genuine, lasting friendships.

Ready to get started? Book your free consultation today!

Our STEAM program combines hands-on science, technology, engineering, art, and math activities with meaningful opportunities to build social skills. Children work together to solve problems, share ideas, and practice teamwork, communication, flexibility, and emotional regulation in a fun, supportive environment. Through creative challenges and collaborative projects, participants build confidence, friendships, and the skills they need to succeed both in and out of the classroom.

Come join the crew for a chance to connect, create, and crack the code of social communication.  Together, we will do a daily de-brief, figure out a team plan, and flex our social brains as we analyse the do’s and don’ts of teamwork.  These sessions let us move, craft, and play while building cooperation, compassion and insight into other worlds.
 

Anything goes in our multi-modal communication play group! We will explore, connect and create together, using body talk, gestures, mouth words and AAC devices to share ideas. Our time will support sensory exploration, reading stories, and both structured and imaginative play landscapes.  

maija gulens

With over 20 years of experience, I know how to spark big smiles and meaningful conversations! I work with toddlers, children, teens, and young adults through engaging individual sessions, group programs, and parent coaching. I incorporate evidence-based approaches, including ESDM, Social Thinking, and dynamic learning for Gestalt language processors. I also use DTTC to support children with motor speech challenges and childhood apraxia of speech.

Drawing on my years of experience as a summer camp leader, I make therapy feel fun, engaging, and play-based. Every session is thoughtfully tailored to your child’s unique strengths, interests, movement and sensory needs, and may incorporate assistive technology or AAC when appropriate. I also weave literacy learning naturally into every session to support communication and language development.