About This Funding Program
Nova Scotia has several distinct services and programs that may support autistic people and their families. Some provide public services, some address respite or disability support, and others may offer individualized funding. There is no single provincial cash benefit that automatically pays for all private autism therapy services at Allied Therapy.
How Allied Therapy Can Help
Our speech-language pathologists support speech, language, literacy, feeding, stuttering, social communication and AAC.
Occupational therapists support sensory regulation, fine motor skills, toileting support, and participation.
Behaviour analysts focuses on personalized skill-building, choice, autonomy and respectful positive support.
Play Therapy offers a trauma informed way to support mental health and big life changes without expecting the child to communicate verbally.
We can collaborate with family and community teams when requested.
How Funding Works
Reach out with the person’s age, priorities, preferred service and any funding details you already have. We can provide service options, estimated fees and appropriate documentation. You or your funding coordinator should confirm private therapy eligibility and prior authorization before appointments. Private insurance or Jordan’s Principle may be relevant for some families, and DSP pathways may be relevant for eligible participants.
Who Can Access or Refer
Autistic people, families and guardians, schools, health professionals, case coordinators and community organizations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do you require an autism diagnosis? A: Not for every service; clinical suitability is discussed individually. We can work on the skills for every individual without needing a diagnosis.
Q: Is private autism therapy automatically provincially funded? A: No, unfortunately!
Q: Do you offer Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC)? A: Yes. Check out some information on our approach here.
Q: Do you use a neurodivergent-affirming approach? A: Yes. Absolutely. We are incredibly lucky to have therapists that are Autistic on our team and we listen carefully to their recommendations on how to keep our therapy and space safe for all of our clients.
Let's Explore Your Funding Options
Not sure whether your funding can be used for therapy?
Our team is happy to discuss your goals, explain our services, and provide information you may need when speaking with your funding coordinator or insurance provider.
We'd love to help you explore your next steps.