Autism Therapists in Burnaby, BC
I provide psychological and psycho-educational assessment services for individuals with educational, emotional and cognitive disorders. This includes assessments for learning disorders, reading issues, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). and autism spectrum disorder (ASD). I work with children, adolescents and adults. I provide treatment interventions for these individuals which are behavioural and CBT based. I have worked in the field for 35 years as a teacher, school psychologist, registered psychologist and provincial consultant for autism and behavioural issues in the schools.
I provide psychological and psycho-educational assessment services for individuals with educational, emotional and cognitive disorders. This includes assessments for learning disorders, reading issues, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). and autism spectrum disorder (ASD). I work with children, adolescents and adults. I provide treatment interventions for these individuals which are behavioural and CBT based. I have worked in the field for 35 years as a teacher, school psychologist, registered psychologist and provincial consultant for autism and behavioural issues in the schools.
Your journey is unique, and so is your strength to overcome it. I am dedicated to meeting you wherever you are at, and walking alongside you on your journey towards unlocking your innate potential for healing and growth. Specializing in areas such as Anxiety, ADHD, Autism, Depression, Grief/Loss, Neurodiversity, School/Career, and Stress Management, I offer tailored support to address your unique needs. I provide counselling services to both neurodiverse and neurotypical individuals, and work with adolescents and adults both virtually and in-person.
Your journey is unique, and so is your strength to overcome it. I am dedicated to meeting you wherever you are at, and walking alongside you on your journey towards unlocking your innate potential for healing and growth. Specializing in areas such as Anxiety, ADHD, Autism, Depression, Grief/Loss, Neurodiversity, School/Career, and Stress Management, I offer tailored support to address your unique needs. I provide counselling services to both neurodiverse and neurotypical individuals, and work with adolescents and adults both virtually and in-person.
I have been working with children and youth with special needs (in particular but not limited to, Autism with an ABA approach) since 2007.
My office is an all inclusive and safe space for my clients and I care for the well being of all my clients using a collaborative and strength based approach. I often use a variety of approaches including ACT, CBT, DBT, EMDR, Mindfulness, and Play Therapy. In addition to working with children and youth, I also work vastly along with LGBTQ+, young adults, and adults whom present concerns of anxiety, depression, trauma, amid others.
I have been working with children and youth with special needs (in particular but not limited to, Autism with an ABA approach) since 2007.
My office is an all inclusive and safe space for my clients and I care for the well being of all my clients using a collaborative and strength based approach. I often use a variety of approaches including ACT, CBT, DBT, EMDR, Mindfulness, and Play Therapy. In addition to working with children and youth, I also work vastly along with LGBTQ+, young adults, and adults whom present concerns of anxiety, depression, trauma, amid others.
Having practiced as a Clinical Psychologist overseas for 20 years, I am very familiar with all kinds of conditions. If you are having relationship with your spouse or others, I can help. You might be stressed out trying to parent your children, whatever age they maybe and esp for offsprings who have ADHD, Autism or learning problems, I love to help. Or you maybe depressed, anxious, wanting to work out your inner issues so that you can be a happy person, I am here to give you a hand. Or you might have a lot of pain/stress in your life, with various kinds of addictions not knowing what to do, I am here to help you find your way out.
Having practiced as a Clinical Psychologist overseas for 20 years, I am very familiar with all kinds of conditions. If you are having relationship with your spouse or others, I can help. You might be stressed out trying to parent your children, whatever age they maybe and esp for offsprings who have ADHD, Autism or learning problems, I love to help. Or you maybe depressed, anxious, wanting to work out your inner issues so that you can be a happy person, I am here to give you a hand. Or you might have a lot of pain/stress in your life, with various kinds of addictions not knowing what to do, I am here to help you find your way out.
Alisa Farina Growing Minds Counselling
Licensed Professional Counsellor, RCC, MACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Burnaby, BC V3J
Openings for new clients in New Westminster & virtually anywhere in B.C. with evenings & weekends available. Hi I'm Alisa I'm here to support you towards a better life. I specialize in counselling for teens, young adults under 45, parents and families. Through my diverse and rewarding career in youth work, special education & counselling, I've supported hundreds of clients experiencing anxiety depression, addiction, trauma & PTSD. I have experience supporting clients with ADHD or Autism, parents of complex children, and families. I hope to support you also!
Openings for new clients in New Westminster & virtually anywhere in B.C. with evenings & weekends available. Hi I'm Alisa I'm here to support you towards a better life. I specialize in counselling for teens, young adults under 45, parents and families. Through my diverse and rewarding career in youth work, special education & counselling, I've supported hundreds of clients experiencing anxiety depression, addiction, trauma & PTSD. I have experience supporting clients with ADHD or Autism, parents of complex children, and families. I hope to support you also!
I am a Registered Psychologist in BC who provides autism assessment and psycho-educational assessment for children and youth. I also assess attention difficulties (ADHD), learning disabilities (e.g. Dyslexia), and intellectual disability. Services are provided in English and Chinese (Cantonese and Mandarin). I do not provide assessments for adults (19+).
I am a Registered Psychologist in BC who provides autism assessment and psycho-educational assessment for children and youth. I also assess attention difficulties (ADHD), learning disabilities (e.g. Dyslexia), and intellectual disability. Services are provided in English and Chinese (Cantonese and Mandarin). I do not provide assessments for adults (19+).
Krishna Sharma is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC). She holds a second Masters in Educational Leadership and a certified teacher with specializations in Montessori, Special Education and Restorative Justice. She has worked as a Youth and Family therapist with the RCMP and currently works as a scKrishna uses CBT, Narrative and play therapy in her work and is accepting online clients. She has extensive training in trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism, Behaviour support, Social Emotional Learning, suicide assessments and mindfulness. Services available in English and Punjabi
Krishna Sharma is a Registered Clinical Counsellor with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC). She holds a second Masters in Educational Leadership and a certified teacher with specializations in Montessori, Special Education and Restorative Justice. She has worked as a Youth and Family therapist with the RCMP and currently works as a scKrishna uses CBT, Narrative and play therapy in her work and is accepting online clients. She has extensive training in trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, Autism, Behaviour support, Social Emotional Learning, suicide assessments and mindfulness. Services available in English and Punjabi
I feel a strong connection to youth/adults struggling with feelings of rejection and motivation and may identify with traits of ADHD, or Autism.
Hi there! Do you struggle with anxiety, motivation and a world that doesn't seem like it was designed for you? Have you been considering counselling for some time now? Are you feeling unsure or anxious about taking those initial steps? My name is Melissa and I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor. I work from a variety of therapeutic approaches drawing upon Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. Alongside these theories, I strongly value your lived experience to guide our work towards acceptance and change.
I feel a strong connection to youth/adults struggling with feelings of rejection and motivation and may identify with traits of ADHD, or Autism.
Hi there! Do you struggle with anxiety, motivation and a world that doesn't seem like it was designed for you? Have you been considering counselling for some time now? Are you feeling unsure or anxious about taking those initial steps? My name is Melissa and I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor. I work from a variety of therapeutic approaches drawing upon Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. Alongside these theories, I strongly value your lived experience to guide our work towards acceptance and change.
I aim to help you find relief and understanding your anxiety, depression, how to function in society and live an authentic life with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, as well as supporting you with difficulties adjusting to stressful situations, or a general dissatisfaction in life. I can also help you reduce the impact and grasp of your traumatic experiences, grief and loss, cultural and immigration adjustments. I have also advocated and help build a supportive academic team at school for those in K-12 and post-secondary education. I am able to speak with you in English, Mandarin, and Taiwanese.
I aim to help you find relief and understanding your anxiety, depression, how to function in society and live an authentic life with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, as well as supporting you with difficulties adjusting to stressful situations, or a general dissatisfaction in life. I can also help you reduce the impact and grasp of your traumatic experiences, grief and loss, cultural and immigration adjustments. I have also advocated and help build a supportive academic team at school for those in K-12 and post-secondary education. I am able to speak with you in English, Mandarin, and Taiwanese.
Although this is not an exclusive focus of my work - as a counsellor, parenting facilitator and educator, I do have a depth of understanding related to the specific stressors and challenges experienced by parents, sibling and individuals affected by Autism, Asperger's Syndrome and ADHD.
Do you feel stuck in a rut? Stressed by outside commitments or internalized "should dos"? Do you feel unable to action the changes you want in your life? Taking a first step by engaging in counselling can help you not only adjust how you view yourself, others, and your current circumstances, but also - the results of therapy are usually improved functioning and a happier, healthier life. I work primarily with individuals, couples and families utilizing a collaborative, strengths-based approach.
Although this is not an exclusive focus of my work - as a counsellor, parenting facilitator and educator, I do have a depth of understanding related to the specific stressors and challenges experienced by parents, sibling and individuals affected by Autism, Asperger's Syndrome and ADHD.
Do you feel stuck in a rut? Stressed by outside commitments or internalized "should dos"? Do you feel unable to action the changes you want in your life? Taking a first step by engaging in counselling can help you not only adjust how you view yourself, others, and your current circumstances, but also - the results of therapy are usually improved functioning and a happier, healthier life. I work primarily with individuals, couples and families utilizing a collaborative, strengths-based approach.
Dr. Shaista Kaba Fatehali- Thrive Kids Counselling
Licensed Professional Counsellor, PhD, MA, BA, BEd, RTC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Burnaby, BC V3N
We work with children with early childhood developmental concerns, attachment, anxiety, depression, anger, trauma, eating disorders, learning disorders, ADHD, and autism spectrum disorders.
Parenting is one of the most fulfilling yet challenging jobs that one can have- and it does not have to be done alone. I a firm believer of accessing your " people" so that you and your child can feel a sense of support and well-being. If you are here, you are considering someone to be part of your support system and I would be honoured to be one of your "people." At Thrive Kids, we work with children and youth to support their psychological well-being and help them to do their best emotionally, socially and academically so that they can THRIVE. We are here to hold space for all of you.
We work with children with early childhood developmental concerns, attachment, anxiety, depression, anger, trauma, eating disorders, learning disorders, ADHD, and autism spectrum disorders.
Parenting is one of the most fulfilling yet challenging jobs that one can have- and it does not have to be done alone. I a firm believer of accessing your " people" so that you and your child can feel a sense of support and well-being. If you are here, you are considering someone to be part of your support system and I would be honoured to be one of your "people." At Thrive Kids, we work with children and youth to support their psychological well-being and help them to do their best emotionally, socially and academically so that they can THRIVE. We are here to hold space for all of you.
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Welcome! I am Jill and I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors. My goals as a therapist are to provide an inclusive and safe environment during an individual’s most trying times. As an empathic and compassionate person, I aim to walk with clients, not lead them on their journey of self-discovery. This journey will be grounded in mutual respect, compassion, honesty, and humour.
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Mental Maintenance
Counsellor, RCC, MA, CCP
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Burnaby, BC V5C (Online Only)
I specialize in working with all people who are neurodivergent (ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, Bipolar).
Accepting Clients > > > Is life feeling stuck and chaotic? Like wading through thick mud? Are things out of balance? Taking care of mental wellness is like maintaining a vehicle. In order to enjoy a life with less breakdowns requires regular tune-ups and maintenance. I work collaboratively with you, to help build a toolbox that you can use during moments of struggle, difficulty and suffering. I am skilled at helping people with ADHD, anger, emotion regulation, anxiety, trauma, inner child healing, addictive behaviours, binge eating, sex therapy, and those who are participating in alternative relationship arrangements.
I specialize in working with all people who are neurodivergent (ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, Bipolar).
Accepting Clients > > > Is life feeling stuck and chaotic? Like wading through thick mud? Are things out of balance? Taking care of mental wellness is like maintaining a vehicle. In order to enjoy a life with less breakdowns requires regular tune-ups and maintenance. I work collaboratively with you, to help build a toolbox that you can use during moments of struggle, difficulty and suffering. I am skilled at helping people with ADHD, anger, emotion regulation, anxiety, trauma, inner child healing, addictive behaviours, binge eating, sex therapy, and those who are participating in alternative relationship arrangements.
Christina Boonzaayer
Counsellor, BA, MC, RCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Burnaby, BC V3N (Online Only)
I take an integrative approach in my practice in order to provide a client-centred and culturally inclusive environment for clients to thrive. I include aspects from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness, Solution-Focused Therapy, and areas of Psychoanalysis to ensure I meet the needs of each unique client.
I take an integrative approach in my practice in order to provide a client-centred and culturally inclusive environment for clients to thrive. I include aspects from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Mindfulness, Solution-Focused Therapy, and areas of Psychoanalysis to ensure I meet the needs of each unique client.
Starry Wonderland Play Therapy Ltd.
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burnaby, BC V5H
Waitlist for new clients
Are you concerning about your child or struggling with how to support them? ? Here is the right place for you and your child! My name is Sylvia and I am a Registered Play Therapist (RPT-USA) and a Registered Social Worker (RSW) in Vancouver. Over the past decade, I have been providing play therapy for children and preteens who have low self-esteem, behavioral issues, anxiety, selective mutism, depression, and other challenges in life such as living with trauma, divorce/separation, and violence/abuse.
Are you concerning about your child or struggling with how to support them? ? Here is the right place for you and your child! My name is Sylvia and I am a Registered Play Therapist (RPT-USA) and a Registered Social Worker (RSW) in Vancouver. Over the past decade, I have been providing play therapy for children and preteens who have low self-esteem, behavioral issues, anxiety, selective mutism, depression, and other challenges in life such as living with trauma, divorce/separation, and violence/abuse.
Children and families are often referred to me by other counsellors or health professionals because "the kid refuses to talk or cooperate" or "we tried everything and nothing works". Families often seek my specialties to explore their children's behaviours and challenges from the developmental lens. Neurodivergent children look forward to seeing me because they feel I am safe, and fun, and can easily connect with them in a special and meaningful way. I cannot work with autistic children receiving ABA treatment as it is contraindicative with my strong commitment to neurodiversity affirmative and disability ethical principles.
Children and families are often referred to me by other counsellors or health professionals because "the kid refuses to talk or cooperate" or "we tried everything and nothing works". Families often seek my specialties to explore their children's behaviours and challenges from the developmental lens. Neurodivergent children look forward to seeing me because they feel I am safe, and fun, and can easily connect with them in a special and meaningful way. I cannot work with autistic children receiving ABA treatment as it is contraindicative with my strong commitment to neurodiversity affirmative and disability ethical principles.
Rubina Mangat - SupportedGuidance.com
Counsellor, MA, RCC, NCC, BCBA
Verified Verified
Burnaby, BC V5B
One of only two, Dual-Trained in Canada; Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC), Board Certified Counsellor (NCC) and Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA). Over 20 years of providing support and treatment to children, youth and adults. My services include: individual & group counselling, ABA home-based services, school consultations & life coaching. It is truly a privilege to work alongside my clients in our sacred space, as they embark on their journey to personal wellness and potential! ***Note: If you wish to get in touch, please do so by email as unfortunately it's near impossible to return every voicemail. Thank you!
One of only two, Dual-Trained in Canada; Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC), Board Certified Counsellor (NCC) and Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA). Over 20 years of providing support and treatment to children, youth and adults. My services include: individual & group counselling, ABA home-based services, school consultations & life coaching. It is truly a privilege to work alongside my clients in our sacred space, as they embark on their journey to personal wellness and potential! ***Note: If you wish to get in touch, please do so by email as unfortunately it's near impossible to return every voicemail. Thank you!
I specialize in supporting Neurodivergent young people aged 17+ and adults, and have a particular interest in helping Neurodivergent individuals navigate experiences including late diagnosis, emotional regulation, executive function, masking, sensory stimulation, overwhelm, burnout, and complex trauma (CPTSD). I believe that growth and healing is a lifelong journey that is shaped by each person's identities, values, and circumstances. My work is guided by neurodivergent-affirming, trauma-informed, intersectional feminist, and social justice oriented frameworks.
I specialize in supporting Neurodivergent young people aged 17+ and adults, and have a particular interest in helping Neurodivergent individuals navigate experiences including late diagnosis, emotional regulation, executive function, masking, sensory stimulation, overwhelm, burnout, and complex trauma (CPTSD). I believe that growth and healing is a lifelong journey that is shaped by each person's identities, values, and circumstances. My work is guided by neurodivergent-affirming, trauma-informed, intersectional feminist, and social justice oriented frameworks.
I am a dedicated and compassionate therapist offering professional and inclusive counselling services for individuals, couples, and families. My approach is tailored to meet the unique needs of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities, providing a nurturing environment to help cope with challenges and build resilience.
I am a dedicated and compassionate therapist offering professional and inclusive counselling services for individuals, couples, and families. My approach is tailored to meet the unique needs of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities, providing a nurturing environment to help cope with challenges and build resilience.
Many of us wander through the forest of life trying to find the answer to "Who am I, really?" Outside of our chosen people, we're juggling so many masks it feels like we're bound to make mistakes and drop one eventually. It's exhausting, stealing the time we need for creativity and human connection. I’m here to tell you that you don’t need to ‘fit in’ or ‘be like other people’. In fact, I thrive on the kind of counselling that invites your quirks to the party, instead of leaving them at home. Picture me as your personal guide through the jungle of self-exploration, armed with humor, enthusiasm, and silly voices!
Many of us wander through the forest of life trying to find the answer to "Who am I, really?" Outside of our chosen people, we're juggling so many masks it feels like we're bound to make mistakes and drop one eventually. It's exhausting, stealing the time we need for creativity and human connection. I’m here to tell you that you don’t need to ‘fit in’ or ‘be like other people’. In fact, I thrive on the kind of counselling that invites your quirks to the party, instead of leaving them at home. Picture me as your personal guide through the jungle of self-exploration, armed with humor, enthusiasm, and silly voices!
Human beings, on the whole, are extraordinarily complex. I believe that we each carry within us depths that we do not necessarily draw on in our day-to-day movements, be it by choice, or by a certain unawareness – when what is needed to access our full capacities has not yet been discovered. When feeling stuck, it can be important to be reminded of our resilience and our capacity to change, to flow in the midst of flux.
Human beings, on the whole, are extraordinarily complex. I believe that we each carry within us depths that we do not necessarily draw on in our day-to-day movements, be it by choice, or by a certain unawareness – when what is needed to access our full capacities has not yet been discovered. When feeling stuck, it can be important to be reminded of our resilience and our capacity to change, to flow in the midst of flux.
Una Mulhall Nuway Counselling
Counsellor, RCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burnaby, BC V5H (Online Only)
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with BCACC. I have over fifteen years of experience providing mental health support to adults in a variety of community and clinical settings. This includes supporting those who are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma, grief/loss, and life transitions. My counselling approach is client-centred and incorporates Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, attachment theory, mindfulness-based approaches, and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy.
I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor with BCACC. I have over fifteen years of experience providing mental health support to adults in a variety of community and clinical settings. This includes supporting those who are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma, grief/loss, and life transitions. My counselling approach is client-centred and incorporates Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, attachment theory, mindfulness-based approaches, and Dialectical Behavioural Therapy.
Most of us desire to live our lives with a sense of confidence, purpose, and closeness with others, but difficult life experiences can lead us to build walls for protection and safety, and as a result, we can lose our sense of connection with ourselves and others. If you are here, you may be feeling some combination of lost, alone, stuck, anxious, afraid, unsure, frustrated or angry, overwhelmed, grief, worried, low, sad and/or depressed. We can work together to help you bring a greater sense of control, satisfaction, and ease into your life.
Most of us desire to live our lives with a sense of confidence, purpose, and closeness with others, but difficult life experiences can lead us to build walls for protection and safety, and as a result, we can lose our sense of connection with ourselves and others. If you are here, you may be feeling some combination of lost, alone, stuck, anxious, afraid, unsure, frustrated or angry, overwhelmed, grief, worried, low, sad and/or depressed. We can work together to help you bring a greater sense of control, satisfaction, and ease into your life.
Hello! I am committed to meeting you with gentle curiosity, openness, and gratitude. All parts of you are welcome here. Together, I hope we can co-create an empowering space to explore, rest, grow, and heal. I offer individual counselling to teens and adults, and I'm especially passionate about working with those who are navigating self-esteem, relationships, sex, life transitions, stress, burnout, substance use, depression, and all aspects of identity.
Hello! I am committed to meeting you with gentle curiosity, openness, and gratitude. All parts of you are welcome here. Together, I hope we can co-create an empowering space to explore, rest, grow, and heal. I offer individual counselling to teens and adults, and I'm especially passionate about working with those who are navigating self-esteem, relationships, sex, life transitions, stress, burnout, substance use, depression, and all aspects of identity.
Women, men and children who want to stress less and sleep better. Difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, waking early or not felling refreshed are all signs of poor sleep. My services can help you feel calmer, more focused, less anxious and more confident
Women, men and children who want to stress less and sleep better. Difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, waking early or not felling refreshed are all signs of poor sleep. My services can help you feel calmer, more focused, less anxious and more confident
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Autism Counsellors
What is the most effective treatment for autism?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) has come to be considered the standard treatment for children with autism spectrum disorder, and research has confirmed its effectiveness for many children. Therapists trained in ABA techniques work with children (and their parents) on developing social skills, communication and learning abilities, and everyday habits of hygiene and grooming. The clinician will tailor their program to the child’s particular need but the overarching goal will be to help them advance as far as possible toward independence based on their level of symptoms and decrease the need for additional special services. Families should seek a mental health professional specifically trained in ABA, and holding special certification in the technique, who has extensive experience not only with the approach but in using it with children with the same level of symptoms as the child who needs care.
How does ABA work?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) sessions, which typically focus on positive reinforcement, can be intensive, lasting two or more hours several times a week, and continuing for two years or more. Therapists can also be expected to ask parents to take an active role in reinforcing lessons. Research has found that the technique can lead to major improvements that decrease the need for additional special services.
How does treatment for autism work?
Therapy sessions based on Applied Behavior Analysis will likely be frequent, intensive, and highly structured. After a thorough assessment, a therapist will help a child understand and develop skills in a range of areas, including communication, motor skills, social skills, self-care, play, and academic skills, as well as routines of daily living like hygiene. Typically, the therapist will help a child break down the components of a behavior—often referred to as the antecedent (what prompts an action), the behavior, and the consequence(what immediately follows)—and then reward the child at every step, while also asking parents to reinforce the lessons, and the rewards, throughout the day. This core therapy may be supplemented by occupational or speech therapy, and antidepressants, antipsychotics, and anticonvulsants may be prescribed to address specific severe symptoms.
How long does therapy for autism take?
Some people with autism spectrum disorder may be engaged in some level of therapy for many years, but research shows that treatment will be most effective if it is begun early and delivered intensively. When therapy begins by age 3, children tend to be better able to grasp and adopt the skills needed to manage everyday life, including attending school and establishing social relationships. This type of early-intervention treatment regimen is highly structured, typically involving 20 to 40 hours of one-on-one therapy per week, along with additional hours of engagement managed by parents, for a period of two years or more, although the duration of treatment is dependent on the child’s level of symptoms and pace of progress.