Help your child grow in the moments you already share.

I'm Frank, a Registered Behaviour Analyst. I'll coach you one-to-one with simple, research-backed ABA strategies you can use at breakfast, bath time and play, so your child with autism or another neurodevelopmental difference can make progress at home, every day.

  • Registered Behaviour Analyst (Ontario)
  • OAP provider
  • 17+ years with families
A smiling parent holding a laughing toddler outdoors
Coaching at homeBuilt around your family's routines

Does this sound familiar?

You're doing everything you can, and it still feels hard

We're on the OAP waitlist and don't know what to do in the meantime.

You don't have to wait. Coaching can start now and works alongside OAP, and you can use your funding once it arrives.

Our paediatrician recommended ABA, but every clinic we call has a long waitlist.

You can start with what you have: you. Parent coaching doesn't need a full clinical team, so we can start building skills at home now.

Every morning feels like a battle, and I'm running out of ideas.

We start with what's hardest. Together we make one routine calmer at a time, with a clear plan you can follow.

You're not alone, and you don't have to figure it out by yourself. See how coaching works

My mission

Empower parents, and a child's whole world grows.

You'll spend more time with your child than any therapist ever will: at breakfast, in the bath, at bedtime, for years to come. My mission is to give you the skills and confidence to make those moments count. When parents feel capable, the impact reaches far beyond a single goal. It shapes how your child communicates, connects with others and grows into their own independence, for life.

Frank Nicolson smiling, wearing a striped top
Frank Nicolson (she/her)
Registered Behaviour Analyst

Meet your coach

Hi, I'm Frank.

For more than 17 years I've supported neurodivergent children and their families using Applied Behaviour Analysis. I've trained with practitioners in the U.S., Canada and Australia, and I'm a Registered Behaviour Analyst licensed in Ontario and listed as an OAP provider.

Every family has its own story. My job is to understand yours, then use research-backed strategies to help you become the caregiver you want to be. The goal is a happier home for everyone, not just changes in behaviour.

Outside of work you'll find me doing improv comedy on stages in Toronto and Sydney. It keeps me listening closely, comfortable with the unexpected, and always looking for the fun in a moment. I bring all three to coaching.

17+years supporting families
RBAlicensed in Ontario
OAPlisted provider
  • Compassion
  • Respect
  • The power of joy
  • Collaboration

How it works

Three steps to a calmer, more connected routine

1

Free discovery call

Tell me about your child, your family and what feels hardest right now. We'll decide together whether coaching is a good fit. No pressure, no obligation.

2

Your personalised plan

We choose two or three everyday routines to focus on and set clear, meaningful goals that match your child's strengths and your family's values.

3

Practise together

Each week I coach you through the strategies, cheer on progress and adjust the plan using your weekly data, so you always know what's working.

Why families choose this approach

Real progress that fits into real life

No extra therapy hours to schedule

Strategies slot into things you already do: mealtimes, getting dressed, bath and bedtime, trips to the park.

Weekly access to a Behaviour Analyst

You aren't left to figure it out alone. Every week you work directly with a Registered Behaviour Analyst, not a rotating team.

Decisions guided by data

A short weekly summary shows what's changing. We use it to keep what works and change what doesn't, quickly.

The whole caregiving team, on the same page

Partners, grandparents and nannies can join in, so your child gets the same support no matter who's with them.

Weekly data summary Example · Week 6
Did it independently With a prompt Not practised
Week 1Independent responsesWeek 6
Frank reviews the data weekly and adjusts the plan with you.

How it's different

How parent coaching compares to a typical ABA program

In a typical ABA program, an ABA therapist works directly with your child while a Registered Behaviour Analyst (RBA) supervises. That's a great fit for many families. Parent coaching takes a different route: you learn the strategies straight from the RBA and use them in everyday life.

Frank Behaviour coachingTypical ABA program
Who works with your childYou, coached by a Registered Behaviour AnalystAn ABA therapist, supervised by an RBA
Time with the RBAEvery session, one-to-onePeriodic supervision; day-to-day contact is with the therapist
Where learning happensYour everyday routines: meals, bath time, the parkMostly structured therapy sessions, at home or in a clinic
Using skills in real lifeBuilt in from day one: your child learns in the places and routines where they'll use the skillSkills are often taught in sessions first, then practised in other settings
Weekly timeOne coaching session of 45 minutes to an hour, plus practice in routines you already doOften many hours of therapy each week
What you pay forOnly your coaching sessions. Practice happens in time you already spend with your childEvery hour your child spends with a therapist, plus RBA supervision
Who carries it forwardYou, every day, long after coaching endsMainly the therapist, with some parent training

Support Options

Choose the support that fits your family

Every package is one-to-one with Frank and built around your child. Not sure which to pick? We'll work it out together on your free call.

Brief Consultation

Guided support for one specific behaviour challenge, with real follow-through, not just a single conversation.

$3903 sessions over 4 weeks

  • 1-hour online assessment to get to know your child
  • A written plan for your family
  • 30-minute check-in in week 2
  • Message Frank between sessions
  • Final review and next-steps session
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Most families choose

Balance Program

An evidence-based 12-week program for parents struggling with transitions, tantrums and defiance.

$149per week · 12 weeks ($1,788 total)

  • Online assessment to get to know your child
  • Weekly 45-minute online coaching sessions with Frank
  • Weekly data review and plan updates
  • Coaching for multiple caregivers: partners, grandparents, nannies
  • Message Frank between sessions
  • Progress reports for OAP
  • Final review and next-steps session
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Parent-Led ABA

My most in-depth, flexible support, for families building skills such as communication, play, independence, toileting and daily routines.

$195per week

  • Assessment to get to know your child, online or in person in downtown Toronto
  • Weekly 1-hour coaching sessions with Frank, online or in person in downtown Toronto
  • An individualised plan built around your family's goals and values
  • Weekly data review and plan updates
  • Coaching for multiple caregivers: partners, grandparents, nannies
  • Message Frank between sessions
  • Progress reports for OAP
  • Continues as long as it's clinically helpful
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Funding options

Every package can be paid for with:

Ontario Autism Program

I'm on the OAP provider list, so you can use your OAP funding for coaching.

Private insurance

Coverage depends on your plan. The Canada Revenue Agency recognises RBA services as health care, and receipts are provided.

Private pay

Pay privately for any package.

Not sure what applies to your family? Ask on your free call. Sessions are online across Ontario, with in-person sessions in downtown Toronto for Parent-Led ABA.

Questions parents ask

Frequently asked questions

What is ABA parent coaching?

Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) uses evidence-based strategies to build skills such as communication, play and independence. In parent coaching, you learn these strategies and use them with your child during everyday routines, with weekly guidance from a Behaviour Analyst.

I've heard mixed things about ABA. What does your approach look like?

That's a fair question, and I'm always glad when parents ask it. ABA has changed a lot, and how it's practised matters. My approach is play-based, follows your child's interests and respects their comfort and willingness to take part. We focus on skills that matter to your family, like communication, independence and connection, not on making your child look or act "typical". You choose the goals with me, and nothing happens without your agreement.

Does my child need an autism diagnosis?

No. Children without a formal diagnosis may still benefit from a parent-led ABA approach. We'll talk about your child's needs during the free discovery call and decide together.

How much time will it take each week?

Coaching sessions run 45 minutes to an hour. Beyond that, you'll practise during two or three routines you already do, plus a short weekly data summary that takes about five minutes.

Can I use OAP funding or insurance?

Yes. OAP funding is accepted, and many private health insurance plans cover behavioural services. Check your plan for coverage under "behaviour analyst" or "behavioural therapy".

Can other caregivers be involved?

Absolutely, and it helps. When grandparents, nannies or other caregivers use the same strategies, your child learns faster and with less confusion.

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Let's talk about your family.

A free, friendly discovery call to hear what's going on and see whether coaching is the right next step.

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