EverLife ABA

Easter egg hunt, but make it academic!

So many parents are worried about the amount of chocolate and candy their kids might eat over this Easter weekend, so this is an empowered reminder that you get to choose what they hunt for!

Learning is fun 😎🐣

“They don’t need screen time, they just need to be learning new skills!”

100% yes!… but also…
we live in a world with screens.

The goal isn’t to eliminate them.
It’s to use them intentionally.

Screens can be helpful.
Screens can be regulating.
Screens can even support learning.

But they can also become the default…
especially when everyone is tired, overwhelmed, and just trying to get through the day.

The shift isn’t about guilt.
It’s about awareness.

Can we pause and ask:
Is this helping right now?
Or replacing something we actually need?

Because choosing connection, movement, and skill-building
might take more effort in the moment…

but it leaves everyone feeling more grounded,
more regulated,
and more connected.

And that’s the long game.

I think one of the hardest (and most honest) conversations I have with families is this:

There is no quick fix.

Not because your child can’t learn.
Not because things won’t improve.
But because lasting change doesn’t happen overnight.

The patterns we’re working through were built over time, shaped by experiences, environments, nervous systems, and learning histories.
So when we support change, we’re not just “fixing behaviour”…
We’re building skills, safety, trust, flexibility, and regulation.

And that takes repetition.
Consistency.
Space to wobble.
Opportunities to try again.

Sometimes progress looks like the graph in this post… up, down, sideways, messy.
But over time, with the right support, it stabilizes.

Caregivers often come in hoping for fast results.
And I get it. When things feel hard, you want relief now.

But what we’re really doing is something more meaningful than a quick fix:
We’re building something that lasts.

Because time is going to pass either way.
The question is… what are we building within it?

We are so excited to introduce our newest EverLife ABA clinician! Meet Miska Jones. A Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and Registered Behaviour Analyst in Ontario (R.B.A. Ont) with over 15 years of experience in Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA). Throughout her career, she has had the opportunity to work closely with youths and young adults, supporting them in building skills that increase independence and meaningful participation in their daily lives.

She aims to create supportive, collaborative relationships with individuals and families, grounded in respect, empathy, and evidence-based practice. She approaches her work thoughtfully and individually, recognizing that each person brings unique strengths, goals, and challenges. Miska’s focus is on helping the people she supports to develop practical skills that enhance their confidence, autonomy, and overall quality of life.

If you’d like to learn more about Miska and how you or an adult in your life can work with her please email me [email protected] and I’d be happy to chat!

Serving Adults in Durham and York Regions

🍂 Fall Prevention Movement Class is here!
Join me, Andrea Stuart (M.ADS, BCBA, R.B.A., Registered Yoga Teacher), for a fun and empowering class at Community Living Burlington.

This isn’t just yoga - we’ll build strength, balance, and coordination through playful, accessible movement designed for adults of all abilities. 🧡

✨ Wednesdays in October
✨ 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
✨ Wellness Centre, 3057 Mainway, Burlington

Let’s grow stronger, steadier, and more confident together! 💪

✨ At EverLife ABA, we believe in building support that feels safe, compassionate, and truly collaborative. That’s why we’re proud to provide clinical supervision to the amazing tutoring team at Evolved Learning Services.

Together, we’re not here to “fix” children, because they were never broken. 💛
We’re here to listen, walk alongside, and create meaningful growth opportunities for children with ASD, ADHD, and learning differences.

By combining ELS’s nurturing approach with EverLife ABA’s behavioural expertise, we’re shifting the way support feels for kids, siblings, and families alike.

This partnership means: No pressure to perform. No hiding who you are. Just space to feel safe, understood, and empowered.

We’re so grateful for this collaboration, and we can’t wait to keep growing gently, together.

Meet Rania, M.A., BCBA, R.B.A, Ont.

I’m Rania Hanoudi, a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and Registered Behavior Analyst (RBA) in Ontario. I specialize in working with children with autism between the ages of 2 and 12, helping them learn and grow in ways that are meaningful and fun.
My approach focuses on teaching kids how to learn, often through play-based, creative strategies that spark curiosity and confidence. I also have a special interest in supporting children with food refusal, guiding them toward positive and healthy relationships with eating.
Above all, I believe every child has unique strengths. My goal is to nurture their independence, confidence, and love for learning while creating supportive environments where they feel understood and celebrated.

Meet Colin Arnott!

EverLife’s culinary specialist and Behavioural Science Technician 🍳✨

Colin combines ABA strategies with his fine dining background to create inclusive, skill-building culinary programs. He empowers neurodiverse individuals to gain independence, confidence, and workplace readiness, all through the art of cooking.

EverLife is expanding! Meet Ivana Ettorre, M.A., BCBA, R.B.A., Ont.

Hi, I’m Ivana, Sleep & Family Consultant, Behaviour Analyst (BCBA, R.B.A. Ont.), and proud mother of two girls.

I hold a Master of Educational Services from Italy and a Master’s in Applied Behaviour Analysis, and I am registered with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario.

With over a decade of clinical experience, I have supported individuals and families using an evidence-based, trauma-informed approach that is grounded in compassion, real-life strategies, and a deep respect for each person’s unique story.

Outside of work, you can find me swimming or hosting spontaneous kitchen dance parties with my daughters… usually in mismatched socks, singing off-key, and soaking up every moment!

I am passionate about creating meaningful change and am always open to collaboration, connection, and opportunities that support growth, empowerment, and positive outcomes for the families and communities I work alongside.

🌟Introducing EverLife ABA: Transforming Lives, One Step at a Time🌟

We’re thrilled to join this incredible community! 💙 At EverLife ABA, we’re passionate about empowering children with diverse needs and their families through compassionate, evidence-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy.

✨ Why EverLife?
Because every child deserves a life filled with growth, possibility, and joy. Our personalized approach focuses on building meaningful skills, fostering independence, and celebrating progress—big or small.

💡 Whether you’re a parent seeking guidance or someone who cares about supporting inclusion and understanding, we’re here to walk this journey with you.

Let’s build brighter futures together. 💫

➡️ Visit us at www.everlifeaba.com or send us a message to learn more!