Therapy for Autism
Science-backed support helps you feel understood and build strategies for everyday communication and regulation.
- Teens
- Youth
- Adults
Most days, the world wants you to adjust, explain, or mask just to keep up.
You spend energy trying to make your tone sound “right,” your body look “calm,” and your words land the way people expect. By the end of the day, you are overstimulated, misunderstood, and emotionally exhausted.
Ever feel like you're performing all day just to keep others comfortable?
You are not being too much. Autism is a neurological condition that affects how your brain processes information, responds to social cues, manages sensory input, and adapts to change. Therapy is not about changing who you are. It is about helping you feel more understood, more equipped, and more at ease in your day-to-day life.
Challenges we often work through in therapy:
- Sensory processing differences
- Difficulty with flexibility or adapting to change
- Trouble with back-and-forth conversation
- Misreading social cues or group dynamics
- Emotional regulation that feels unpredictable or draining
With the right support, things can feel lighter, more organized, and more doable. At Green Forest Therapy, we take the time to understand how your brain works so we can help you build routines, strategies, and create space for more growth. We are here to make sure you feel seen and understood, one day at a time.
Strengths we help you recognize and build on:
- Attention to detail
- Recognize and follow patterns
- Love for routine and consistency
- Strong memory
- Problem-solving skills
- Logical, structured thinking
At Green Forest Therapy, we understand that autism shows up differently for everyone. Our therapists use science-backed tools and honest conversation to help you build skills at your own pace, in a way that feels right.
- Improved Emotional Regulation
- More Confidence
- Less Masking
- Improved Focus at School
- More Flexible Thinking
- Clearer Communications
How We Help
Individual Psychotherapy
Sessions are focused to understand how autism shapes emotions, awareness, and sensory needs and to build practical tools specific to you.
Educational Support
We help clients manage school demands, sensory stressors, and executive functioning challenges. Support moves at your pace and focuses on everyday life.
Social Skills Training
We help you with things like conversation, reading cues, and knowing when to speak or step back. Build real strategies to connect without burning out.
Beyond The Spectrum Programs
Green Forest Therapy collaborates with Beyond the Spectrum to support children, teens, and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder from age 2.5 onward. Their services focus on communication, independence, and everyday life skills through thoughtful programs that support both clients and their families at different stages of life.
ABA Therapy
1-on-1 evidence-based intervention under the supervision of a behaviour analyst. They support communication, behaviour, social interaction, and daily living skills through structured, measurable programs.
Respite Program
A short-term break for families of children with developmental, communication, or behavioural needs. Children enjoy fun, planned activities in a supervised setting.
Music Therapy
Evidence based therapy built around instrument play, rhythmic movement, songwriting, and group music sessions. It helps clients with communication, emotional expression, and sensory processing.
Social Skills Program
Guided group activities, conversation practice, role play, and cooperative games in small group settings. 6-12 week programs with structured lesson plans and play-based learning.
Programs
- Emerging Butterflies (3.5 to 5 years)
- Friendship Club (6 to 10 years)
- Teens and Adults Groups
Yoga Classes
Guided movement, breathing exercises, and simple yoga routines. Rooted in mindfulness, these inclusive classes support body awareness, focus, and emotional balance. All experience levels are welcome.
Every child's journey is different.
Let’s find the right starting point and build a plan that works for your child.
Note From Harshi (Founder)
We’ve developed two 12-week proprietary programs - Stress Less and Peak Performance to help teens, adults, and professionals build structure, follow through, and manage emotions with real-world strategies.
Hey, is this your first time?
We are offering free 20 minutes consultation.
No pressure. Let’s take it one step at a time. Get started for free today.
Meet The Team
Raagini Appadurai
Anishia James Selvaratnam
Brandon Schiafone
Why Green Forest Therapy
We understand what it feels like to be dismissed, misunderstood, or told to “just try harder.” That’s not what you’ll get here.
At Green Forest Therapy, we offer virtual therapy across Ontario for ADHD, autism, and anxiety. Our approach is grounded in neuroscience and built around your real life.
You’ll receive a supportive, non-judgmental space, practical strategies, and guidance from psychotherapists and coaches – all designed to help you feel more confident and capable, not more overwhelmed.
Our Simple Process
Step 1
Choose a therapist or coach from our platform and book a no-pressure call to ask questions and share what you’re looking for.
Step 2
Book your sessions or let your therapist or coach build a personalized plan. You can directly book sessions from here.
Step 3
Your therapist or coach will check in regularly, help track what’s working, and adjust your plan to match your growth.
“Everything changed for me the moment I saw what real connection could do. When we take time to understand the cause and respond with science and genuine care, real progress becomes possible.”
Founder of Green Forest Therapy
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20 Minutes
It's my first time
- Talk to a therapist/coach virtually
- Discuss your concern(s)
- Determine fit
50 Minutes
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- Talk to a therapist/coach virtually
- Discuss your concern(s) in detail
- Ask about our approach
- Set expectations & goals
- Get a customized plan
- Understand in detail how therapy/coaching works
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Contact Form
Contact Details:
Phone: (289)872-8744
Email: info@greenforesttherapy.com
Emergency:
Please note: Green Forest Therapy is not a crisis centre. If you need urgent support, call 911.
24/7 Crisis Lines:
- Brampton & Mississauga: 905-459-7777
- Caledon & Dufferin: 905-278-9036 or 1-877-298-5444
- Toronto: 416-408-4357
- Suicide Crisis Helpline: Call or text 9-8-8 (free, anytime)