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Services

Parent COaching

● Support for executive functioning & emotional regulation

● Home strategies for school success

● Empowerment for parenting neurodivergent children

IEP Support & Advocacy

● Reviewing IEPs or reports

● Preparing for IPRC/IEP meetings

● Drafting goal suggestions

● Attending school meetings (virtually or in-person)

Special education consulting

● Understanding Ontario school systems

● Reviewing assessments

● Transition and referral guidance

Workshops, Classes, and Groups

Ontario Autism Program & Funding Support

Helping families to navigate the ever-changing system, paperwork, rules and opportunities.

Tutoring & Learning Support


Tia Neilson

BA in Psychology.

Behavioural and Educational Support Practitioner.

Roots & Wings program founder and operator.

Education

BA in Psychology. Tia is thrilled to have the opportunity to be simultaneously working on her undergraduate degree while also furthering her knowledge, skills and education through employment and training programs.

Specialty

Tia supports children and their caregivers with behaviour and education concerns related to neurodivergences.

More info...

Tia brings a unique and powerful combination of lived experience and professional training to her work supporting families, children, and educators. With a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology (graduating June 2025) and in the process of becoming a Registered Behaviour Technician (RBT), Tia offers compassionate, knowledgeable care to those navigating the challenges of parenting and education—especially within the neurodivergent community. At CPC, Tia will be offering: 


  • Tutoring and learning support
  • Education consulting, including IEP support and system navigation
  • Parent coaching and group facilitation
  • Guidance navigating the Ontario Autism Program (OAP) and funding applications
  • Workshops and community education focused on neurodivergence and advocacy


As a parent of a neurodivergent child herself, Tia deeply understands the emotional, logistical, and systemic challenges that many families face. She’s passionate about empowering caregivers and educators with the tools, confidence, and knowledge to support children of all needs and abilities. We’re so grateful to have Tia on board and know her presence will be a huge asset to the families and communities we serve. 


Hope and Healing with Creative and Playful Counselling

Fees for roots & wings services

IEP Advocacy and Support

Single Session (60 min): $125

Deep Dive (90 min): $180

School Meeting (90 min incl. prep): $195

3-Session Package: $360 ($120/session)

5-Session Package: $575 ($115/session)

Parent Coaching

Single Session (60 min): $115

3-Session Package: $330 ($110/session)

5-Session Package: $525 ($105/session)

Special education consulting

Single Consult (60 min): $125

Deep Dive (90 min): $180

3-Session Package: $360

Sliding Scale pricing available: Limited sliding scale spots are available monthly for

families in financial need. Please mention during intake to inquire.


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