Whether your child has been diagnosed with autism, ADHD, or another type of neurodivergence — or you’re simply noticing that they struggle more than other kids with big emotions, friendships, focus, or change — we can help.
At Strong Ties, we offer neurodiversity-affirming therapy that starts with one core belief: there is nothing wrong with your child. Some children think, feel, and experience the world differently — and with the right support, they can build on their strengths, develop new skills, and thrive.
Our registered clinical counsellors work with children and youth across a wide range of needs, adapting every session to suit how each child best communicates, engages, and learns.
We also support parents and caregivers with practical ways to help their children at home and school.
Supporting Neurodiverse Children & Youth
We provide strengths-based therapy for children and youth with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), ADHD, giftedness, sensory processing challenges, and other types of neurodivergence. Our approach is collaborative, compassionate, and always tailored to your child’s unique profile.
Neurodiversity-Affirming Counselling Helps With:
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Autism spectrum support (ASD counselling for children)
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ADHD therapy — focus, impulse control, and self-regulation
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Executive functioning support (planning, organization, task initiation)
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Giftedness — supporting intensity, perfectionism, asynchronous development, and engagement
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Sensory processing challenges
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Social skills development and building peer connections
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Anxiety and emotional regulation
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Meltdowns and big emotional responses
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Self-esteem and identity (including late-identified neurodivergent youth)
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Navigating school and learning environments
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Family support — helping parents and caregivers understand and connect
How We Support Neurodiverse Children
You don’t need a diagnosis to ask for help. Many children go through periods where emotions feel too big, friendships feel too hard, or school feels overwhelming, and that’s completely normal. What matters is that they have somewhere safe to work through it.
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Struggle with emotional regulation or have frequent meltdowns
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Experience big emotions that feel out of proportion
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Have difficulty with transitions or unexpected changes
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Feel anxious, worried, or easily overwhelmed
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Have trouble making or keeping friends
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Struggle socially at school
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Have difficulty focusing or staying on task
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Experience low self-esteem or confidence
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Are going through family changes (separation, divorce, moves, new siblings)
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Have experienced stress, loss, or difficult events
After Counselling, Watch Your Child:
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Feel understood and accepted for who they are
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Build confidence in their strengths
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Develop strategies for focus, transitions, and emotional regulation
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Make and maintain friendships more easily
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Navigate sensory challenges with more tools
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Communicate their needs more clearly
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Experience less anxiety at school and home
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Build a stronger sense of self
We are immensely grateful for the incredible support provided during a challenging time with our son. (Strong Ties Counselling) is superskilled, empathetic and the approach made all the difference… we can’t recommend enough
Ready to find the right fit for you and your child?
Get in touch today for more information or to book your first appointment. Our caring and dedicated team offers neurodiversity-affirming, strengths-based therapy for children and youth in Langley, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Burnaby, Port Moody, Pitt Meadows, and Maple Ridge.