Practical, individualized support for neurodivergent children and youth throughout Simcoe County and nearby communities.
At Ripple Effects Behaviour Consultation, I work alongside families to better understand their child’s needs, build meaningful skills and develop strategies that fit everyday life. Whether your child is autistic, has ADHD or other developmental differences, or needs support with communication, emotional regulation, independence, routines or behaviour, you do not have to navigate it alone.
Every child and family is different. Karen provides practical, compassionate behaviour support that focuses on your child’s strengths, your family’s priorities, and strategies that can work in everyday life.
Support built around your child’s strengths, needs, and goals.
Strategies designed to fit into everyday routines at home and in the community.
Working together with parents and caregivers so everyone feels informed and supported.
I offer personalised behaviour consultation and coaching to help children, families, and the adults around them understand what’s happening and make practical, lasting changes.
Individualised support to help autistic children and youth build meaningful skills, navigate challenges, and participate more comfortably in everyday life.
Practical guidance and strategies that help parents and caregivers better understand behaviour, respond with confidence, and support progress at home.
Collaborative assessment and consultation to better understand what may be contributing to challenging situations and identify practical ways forward.
I am a Registered Behaviour Analyst in Ontario and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst with a Master of Science degree and 20 years of experience supporting children, youth and families.
My approach combines evidence-informed practice with compassion, collaboration and respect for neurodiversity. I believe families should feel heard, included and confident in the support their child receives.
My goal is not to change who your child is. It is to help them develop meaningful skills, participate more fully in everyday life and build greater confidence and independence while honouring their individual strengths and differences.
Registered Behaviour Analyst
Ontario
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
BCBA
Master of Science
Graduate-level professional training
20 Years of Experience
Supporting children, youth and families
Practical, easy-to-understand articles and ideas to help parents and caregivers better understand behaviour, support their child and feel more confident navigating everyday challenges.
A thoughtful look at compassion, perspective and the role understanding can play in supporting children and families.
Learn how looking for patterns can help parents respond more effectively and teach skills that make everyday situations easier.
Simple, practical ways to make routines, transitions and everyday challenges a little easier for your child—and for you.
An introductory conversation is a chance to talk about what’s happening, what your child and family need, and whether Ripple Effects may be a good fit for you.