Sudbury-Manitoulin

754 Falconbridge Road, Unit 6A, Sudbury, Ontario, P3A 5X5

As a family with a child with autism, have you ever needed psychological support, diagnostic impression, or clinical recommendations/next steps, but didn’t know where to turn? We are proud to offer a unique service where you can book a one-off consultation mental health service where you can book a 50-minute session with Dr. Stephanie Price, clinical and school psychologist, without having to wait months or years on a waitlist. This service is intended for caregivers of children with autism and/or autistic youth who are capable of providing informed consent to participate in this service on their own.

Each date below offers a 10:00am service OR a 11:00am service.

April 28, 2026
May 26, 2026
June 23, 2026
July 21, 2026
August 25, 2026
September 22, 2026
October 20, 2026
November 17, 2026
December 15, 2026
January 26, 2027
February 23, 2027
March 19, 2027

Sudbury-Manitoulin

754 Falconbridge Road, Unit 6A, Sudbury, Ontario, P3A 5X5

Are you a caregiver looking for the opportunity to consult about specific behavioural skills, learn parenting strategies, better understand your child’s strengths and needs, learn about accessing available supports in our region, and develop next steps to support your child? We are proud to offer these one-on-one, virtual or in-person consultations with our experienced clinical associate, Michelle Bascom.

The sessions begin as early as May 4th, 2026.

Available days of the week and times are:
Mondays and Tuesdays sessions are between 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Sunday sessions are between 2:00pm - 4:00pm.

MNDFL Collective will contact you to coordinate and confirm a convenient date and time.

Sudbury-Manitoulin

754 Falconbridge Road, Unit 6A, Sudbury, Ontario, P3A 5X5

Facing Your Fears is a family-focused Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) group therapy program to support autistic children with managing anxiety in everyday life. Please note that this group actively involves BOTH children and a caregiver in each session.

This service is not intended for children who have significant learning problems and who are unable to read at a Grade 2 level. It is also not intended for children who exhibit significant disruptive behaviours that could affect the group sessions, as individual service may be recommended. A brief intake will be conducted over the phone to ensure that the group is a good fit for each child.

A caregiver must attend and participate in each session. The caregiver should remain consistent for each session. Homework completion is required between sessions. A minimum of 4 child/caregiver dyads is required to run this group.

September 14, 2026
Mondays from 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Sudbury-Manitoulin

754 Falconbridge Road, Unit 6A, Sudbury, Ontario, P3A 5X5

Youth (age 8 years+) or caregivers of a child with ASD of any age can receive 8, 1-hour individual counselling sessions with a Master's-level clinician working under the supervision of Dr. Stephanie Price, psychologist. Please note that this service is brief, so it is not appropriate for emergency or crisis mental health concerns.

April 20, 2026 and onward

To be scheduled weekly or biweekly at a mutually agreed upon time

Sudbury-Manitoulin

Virtual

Caregiving can be deeply meaningful, but also overwhelming, especially when your own well-being takes a back seat. These virtual support drop-in sessions are designed to give caregivers a dedicated and encouraging space to recharge, connect, and learn practical tools for mental wellness. Through the lens of self-care, positive psychology, and strengths-based strategies, participants will explore ways to boost resilience, manage stress and avoid burnout, increase positive emotions, and cultivate a balanced, fulfilling parenting experience.

Lunchtime drop ins (12:00pm - 1:00pm):
May 26, 2026
August 4, 2026
October 6, 2026
December 1, 2025
February 2, 2026

Evening drop ins (6:00pm - 7:00pm):
May 5, 2026
July 7, 2026
November 3, 2026
January 5, 2027
March 2, 2027

Sudbury-Manitoulin

Virtual

In this virtual group, caregivers who have a child with autism will learn about the functions of behaviour to better understand the reasons why their child might be exhibiting difficult behaviours, along with various evidence-based strategies and instruction on how to apply them in the home environment. NEW THIS ROUND: we have added components of our popular “Supporting Resiliency in Children” group, including developing skills and strategies to foster resilience in children using cognitive-behavioral techniques. The goal of this group is to enhance parenting skills to reduce the impact of behaviours on daily living and family relationships.

Fall 2026 session: Tuesdays starting October 6 to December 8, 2026 - (7:30pm - 8:30pm)
Winter 2027 session: Tuesdays starting January 12 to March 16, 2027 - (4:30pm - 5:30pm)

Sudbury-Manitoulin

Virtual

As the school year ends, many caregivers are looking for ways to ensure their children transition to the structure and routine of the summer break, without losing gains made over the school year. This interactive workshop titled “School’s out: Keeping on track over the summer” is designed for caregivers who want to support their child with autism with school-related transitions with confidence and success. Workshop highlights include topics such as building routines, managing unstructured time, preparing for summer programs, tips and tools for supporting a child’s learning at home over the summer, etc.

Virtual workshop – June 14, 2026 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm

Sudbury-Manitoulin

virtual

As the summer comes to a close, many caregivers are looking for ways to ensure their children are fully prepared for the upcoming academic year. This interactive workshop titled “Ramping up for the new school year” is designed for caregivers with a child with autism who want to support their children with school-related transitions with confidence and success. Workshop highlights include creating a conducive learning/study environment at home, monitoring academic progress, managing school stress, understanding common challenges children face as they return to school, effective communication with educators, advocating for your child's needs, etc.

Sunday, August 8, 2026 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm

Sudbury-Manitoulin

virtual

This workshop provides caregivers with an overview of how mental health and autism can intersect. The session will cover how to recognize possible signs of mental health concerns, ways to talk with youth about emotional well-being, and practical strategies caregivers can use to support their child. Information about treatment approaches and available services will also be discussed, along with opportunities for questions.

Workshop 1: May 24, 2026 (1:00pm - 3:00pm)
Workshop 2: November 8, 2026 (1:00pm - 3:00pm)

Sudbury-Manitoulin

754 Falconbridge Road, Unit 6A, Sudbury, Ontario, P3A 5X5

MNDFL Collective is excited to collaborate with Kim Boyuk, a local certified yoga instructor, to offer this supportive and restorative monthly event that is specifically designed for caregivers, offering a safe space to unwind, recharge, and cultivate mindfulness. Parenting a child with autism comes with its own unique challenges and these events aim to provide caregivers with the opportunity to take a break from life stressors and engage in gentle, restorative yoga that is designed for all bodies and capabilities to prioritize their own health and well-being. While caregivers take a moment for themselves, they are invited to bring their child with autism to work with our clinician, Gabriela Ron, on improving emotional awareness and building a coping skills toolkit.

2026 dates: April 20, May 11, June 8, July 13, August 10, September 14, October 19, November 9, December 14
2027 dates: January 11, February 8, March 8