To begin the intake process, simply fill out our Contact Form or give us a call at 778-347-9205. Our Intake Coordinator, Emma, will connect with you to schedule an intake meeting where you can ask questions and share more about your child’s strengths, needs, and goals.

If you choose to move forward with Skills to Play, you’ll be matched with a Behaviour Consultant who will guide your family through the FBA (Functional Behaviour Assessment) process. Once the assessment is complete, your consultant will continue to support your child’s progress through monthly check-ins.

Your child will also be paired with a Behaviour Interventionist (BI) who will begin 1:1 intervention sessions based on the goals outlined in the FBA.

We offer in-person services in Abbotsford, Mission, Chilliwack, Langley, and Surrey. We have dedicated playspaces in Aldergrove, Chilliwack, and Mission. Additionally, we extend telehealth services to families throughout British Columbia. 

We’re flexible,  you can choose the session location that works best for your child and your family. The majority of our sessions take place at one of our playspaces (Aldergrove, Chilliwack, and Mission), or in your home. Depending on the facility, we can offer in-school or daycare support.

You can call or text us anytime at 778-347-9205.

 Our phones are monitored from 9am to 5pm Monday through Friday.

Our fee schedule as of July 2025:

Behaviour Consulting $160 per hour

Behaviour Intervention $65 per hour

Group Sessions $50 per hour 

FBA Under Six: One time payment of $2,240

FBA Over Six: One time payment of $1,280

Yes. We are currently booking intake meetings 4-6 weeks in advance. 

Yes. Skills to Play is on the Registry of Autism Service Providers. 

We don’t offer our Behaviour Interventionists for separate hire, they’re part of the full package! At Skills to Play, we carefully select and train our team to ensure our clients receive support from the very best BIs we have to offer.

Neurodiversity is a concept that recognizes and celebrates the natural variation in human neurological functioning. It encompasses the idea that neurological differences, such as autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and others, are normal variations of the human brain rather than deficits or disorders. 

Neurodiversity acknowledges that individuals with diverse neurological profiles have unique strengths, perspectives, and ways of experiencing the world. Embracing neurodiversity involves promoting acceptance, understanding, and support for individuals across the neurodiversity spectrum.

Neurodiverse affirming practice refers to approaches, strategies, and attitudes that support and validate neurodiverse individuals. It involves creating environments, interactions, and interventions that acknowledge and respect the diverse neurological profiles of individuals. 

Neurodiverse affirming practices aim to foster inclusivity, empowerment, and self-advocacy among neurodivergent individuals by affirming their identities, strengths, and experiences. These practices promote accessibility, accommodation, and understanding while challenging societal stigma, discrimination, and ableism. Importantly, neurodiverse affirming practice ensures that there is no pathologization of neurodiverse conditions; the neurodiverse person is not seen as the problem, but rather, their unique perspective is embraced and valued.

The essence of play-based intervention is teaching children experientially. It uses interactive games and toys to prioritize engagement. Not only does this approach highlight a child's own thoughts and feelings, but it also cultivates joint attention by sensitively drawing them to the emotions and perspectives of their play partners.

Play-based intervention harnesses children's natural inclination towards play. Recognizing that children predominantly learn through positive and supportive interactions, we utilize specific games and toys to highlight and nurture their unique communication and engagement styles. While methods like Applied Behavior Analysis often aim for compliance using reward and punishment systems, our approach does not set compliance as its goal. We deeply respect an individual's neurodiverse identity, striving instead to foster rapport and genuine connection, celebrating engagement in all its varied forms.

The question of the PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance) profile within the autism spectrum is intricate and occasionally debated. As it stands, PDA is viewed as a potential component of the spectrum, differing from traditional ASD presentations. Central to the prevailing understanding of PDA is that it's primarily driven by anxiety. This necessitates specific therapeutic methods, which may often contrast with conventional behavioural management techniques. While research on interventions for PDA continues, it's evident that certain strategies prove more effective than others in addressing this particular profile.

Skills to Play proudly serves a diverse clientele. We specialize in supporting individuals with PDA profiles, largely driven by the dedicated research of our founder, Chelsea McFadzen, M.A. That said, our team possesses a wide range of expertise, and we're eager to extend our skills to benefit all who seek our services.

No, we don't offer Applied Behaviour Analysis therapy. Instead, we are wholly dedicated to play-based intervention, which we passionately believe in and focus on exclusively.

We require 48 hours’ notice to cancel a session. Late cancellations are billed in full, as the time has been reserved for your child.

You can contact admin at admin@skillstoplay.com or 778-347-9205 to cancel your session.

In adverse weather, the safety of our families and BIs is our top priority.

If local schools close due to unsafe road conditions, sessions at our playspaces will also be cancelled. If there is a weather advisory in your area, our team will reach out to reschedule or cancel your session as needed.

A Functional Behaviour Assessment (FBA) is the first step in building a personalized program for your child. It helps us understand the “why” behind certain behaviours—what might be triggering them, what your child is trying to communicate, and how we can best support them.

FBAs are completed through a combination of observations, parent interviews, and direct interaction with your child. The report that’s created from this process guides goal setting and ensures our team is providing consistent, individualized support that fits your child’s unique needs.

An FBA is required by the government (AFU) for all children under the age of 6 in order to access funding. At Skills to Play, we also ask that all new clients—regardless of age—have a current FBA completed within the past 6 months, either through our team or another provider.

How much does it cost?

+ Under 6 years old: One-time payment of $2,240, which includes 14 hours of service

(parent interviews, observation, report writing, and BI training).

+ Over 6 years old: One-time payment of $1,280, which includes 8 hours of service.

A Justification for Equipment (JFE) is a form that allows you to use up to 20% of your annual Autism Funding (AFU) toward approved equipment, supplies, or training that support your child’s intervention goals—like sensory tools, books, weighted blankets, or communication devices.

If you’d like help submitting a JFE, we’re happy to assist. The form must be completed and submitted to the AFU for approval before you purchase anything. Once approved, you’ll get a message in your My Family Services Portal or a letter in the mail.

There are two ways to use your JFE:

 • Direct Billing: Choose a vendor, submit a quote, and the AFU will pay them directly.

 • Reimbursement: Buy the item(s) yourself after approval, then submit receipts to be reimbursed.

Not all items are eligible—for example, everyday clothing and unapproved tech may be declined. If you’re unsure whether something qualifies or how to begin, we’re here to guide you through the process.

Absolutely! We have a team of dedicated interventionists. When you partner with Skills to Play, we ensure a perfect match with one of our BIs, tailored to your family's unique needs.

At Skills to Play, we ensure that our interventionists are compensated directly. When you authorize us to bill your Autism Funding on your behalf, we handle all aspects of payment to your interventionist with no extra steps required on your end.

While Skills to Play does not offer speech-language pathology (SLP) or occupational therapy (OT) services directly, many families use their Autism Funding to access these supports separately. We’re happy to recommend trusted professionals in our network whose values align with ours, and we’re always open to collaborating with other providers on your child’s team.