BEHIND THE BEHAVIOUR
 

1-905-690-1005


Behind The Behaviour

Holistic Relational Coaching for Children, Youth & Families

Welcome!!

I'm so glad you’re here!

Whether you are a parent or caregiver looking for some support for yourself, or coaching for your child or youth, I'm here to help!
Behind The Behaviour began in 2019, after spending many years working in public education it became apparent to me services were needed beyond the classroom. It was born out of love for supporting children & families during their most difficult times. Support shouldn't stop when children leave the classroom, and parents shouldn't struggle at home!
I believe it's important to take deeper look at the root cause of behaviour. I use a holistic approach looking at the ‘whole’ child and the environments that can effect them. A child's behaviour, is the way they communicate with us and when that behaviour is abnormal it lets us know something isn't right. All children go through this from time to time.
Does your child ever display BIG reactions that seem out of proportion for the incident that happened? This often means they don't have the skills to regulate their emotions and feelings. Whether a child is having trouble with emotional regulation, anger, social skills or poor self esteem, I will empower them with strategies to grow and flourish. First and foremost, I make each session super FUN, by integrating fun activities, like drawing and play into the sessions.
I know Parents/caregivers play an integral part in knowing what is best for their child. I will always consult with you to figure out what issues to work on first. I am here to support, listen and understand your frustrations because parenting isn’t always easy. I will to give you strategies and tools so you can support your child to create the happiness and changes you want to see, and they deserve.

Coach


Leslie Newton, Owner/Coach

Child & Youth Care Practitioner

 In 1996, I graduated with an Associates Degree In Child & Youth Care from Humber College.  I have spent the last 29 years practicing in my field of Child & Youth Care, supporting children, youth, and their families. Always learning, I have continued my studies over the years and have taken courses in Trauma, loss and grief through AdoptOntario, my Pride Training for Adopting and Fostering from Halton CAS and  experience working in treatment foster care. I am Certified in Restorative Circles. I am trained in SafeTalk and Assist. Before becoming a CYCP, I spent 15 years as a Professional Skating Coach teaching children of all ages!
Working in Public education for 24 years has enabled me to hone my skills in working with children presenting all types of difficult behaviour. I provide support and strategies to reduce the difficult behaviour impacting a students academic learning and success. Providing strategies for difficult behaviours, emotional regulation, social skills, peer interactions, anger management, and anxiety, we always work through and find solutions together. I also have experience working with Special Needs children too.
Over many years, I have developed excellent counselling and interpersonal skills. My experience enables me to uncover underlying feeling and issues my clients are facing quickly. I work from a strength-based, client-centred approach building on the wonderful skills they have, and helping them learn and develop new ones so they can feel empowered, be happy and grow!
I love what I do and it is such an amazing privilege helping children and families live their best lives.

Coach & Counselling Services Offered


School Related Issues

Has your child’s school talked about IEP, ISRC, Behaviour Plans or Safety Plans? Are you having trouble getting to the bottom of what it all means? I can help you review and understand these documents and plans, what it all means and make suggestions to help you support your child. Has your child's teacher spoken of how your child has inappropriate "behaviour" at school. With 20 years experience in education, I can help you and your child work through these issues.

Social Skills Development

Is your child struggling in social settings with communication or understand boundaries , social rules or have difficult relationships with friends at school? I can help them learn new skills so they can to interact more positively in the community, at home with parents and siblings and at school. Choose between Individual session or group programs are available!!

Emotional Regulation

Outbursts, impulse control of feelings both positive or negative can make situations difficult for your child at school and at home. Using mindful techniques, and regulation strategies I will enable your child to have more self-regulation of their feelings and learn to express them appropriately.

Poor Self-esteem 

Are you finding your child is feeling or anxious, low mood, avoiding social situations or comparing themselves in a negative manner. These are indications of poor self-esteem. Through one to one talk therapy we can get to the bottom of these underlying beliefs about self and use cognitive therapy techniques to strengthen their view of themselves.

Parent/Caregiver Support  

Are you frustrated and exhausted dealing with unruly behaviours at home. We have all been there. Are you wondering if things will get better with time? Do you need some help, support and strategies to manage it all. I will partner with you, so you are able to support your child to grow, learn and be happy!


Coaching Techniques


In my coaching and counselling session I use a holistic approach, looking at the whole child. It is also one of compassion, integrity and dignity for our clients and their families. I work from an anti-racist and anti-oppressive, trauma informed lens.


​Cognitive Behaviour Techniques

Cognitive Behavioural Techniques and talk-therapy will help a child understand how their thoughts, beliefs and attitudes affect feelings and behaviour. I'll teach them coping skills for dealing with different problems. Talk-therapy, is based on the core idea that when we talk about the things that bother us, it can help clarify them as well as put them into perspective.

CPS - Collaborative & Proactive Approach

I use a strength based approach to work with our clients collaboratively. I believe they should be a part of the process in discovering their strengths, learning new skills, and taking part in resolving issues!
                           
  "Challenging behaviour occurs when the expectations being place on children or youth,
exceeds their capacity to respond adaptively, and some kids are lacking the skills to handle certain demands and expectations."
~ Dr. Ross Green~
   

Service Fees:

Services are offered vitually.

I offer a complimentary, one time, 15 minute free phone consultation for parents.


1:1 Child Coaching Virtual Session

Cost per session: $95

(fees will increase Jan. 2026)

Length: 50 Minutes

I will work one-to-one with your child to take a deep look at the root of the issue(s) of concern, why it is happening, and provide tools & strategies to foster change. Children 12 and under should have parent present.



 

Social Skills Group Sessions (when available)

Parent Coaching Virtual Session

Cost per session: $95

(fees will be increasing Jan. 2026)

Length: 50 Minutes

In this session I'll provide support, understanding, strategies and tips so you can better support your child’s most difficult behaviours.

Contact Information

If you require more information about my services or would like to book an appointment, please contact me via phone or email.
Feel free to leave a detailed message and I will respond to your inquiry within 48 hours.
See below

1-905-690-1005

behindthebehaviour@gmail.com

VIRTUAL SESSIONS : Tuesday to Friday evening 5pm - 8:30pm, and Saturdays 10am - 2pm SUMMER Hours - Tuesday to Friday 10am - 2pm