
Kinnections Behaviour Development Services (BDS)
Understand and Receive Support For Your Edmonton Family’s Unique Needs

Behaviour Development Services (BDS) at Kinnections: Tailored Support for Unique Challenges
At Kinnections, we understand that every family’s journey is unique, and that children with complex needs may not respond to standard techniques in a general community parenting program. That’s where our Behaviour Development Services (BDS) come in, providing a personalized approach to support Kinnections families with FSCD approval navigating the complexities of challenging behaviours.

What are Behaviour Development Services (BDS)?
Kinnections’ Behaviour Development Services program is designed to empower parents who feel overwhelmed by the demands of parenting or who are struggling to effectively guide their children’s behaviour.
Our experienced Behaviour Interventionists work closely with current Kinnections families to develop tailored strategies and build essential skills for managing challenging behaviours, promoting positive relationships, and fostering a calmer home environment.
Compassionate, Non-Judgmental Support
We understand that seeking help takes courage and strength, and we’re here to walk alongside you on your journey towards positive change.
Our goal is to empower you with new perspectives, effective skills, and increased confidence in your parenting abilities, all within a supportive, understanding environment.

How BDS Can Help Your Family
Our professional coaches offer support in various ways:
- Objective Assessment of Parenting Challenges: We begin by thoroughly understanding your family’s unique situation and identifying specific areas where you’re feeling stuck or overwhelmed.
- Customized Strategies: Based on our assessment, we develop tailored strategies to address your family’s specific behavioural issues, ensuring the approach fits your family’s needs and dynamics.
- Skill-Building Techniques: We teach parents and young people more effective techniques to manage behaviour, improve communication, and create positive interactions and strengthen their relationships.
- Specialized Parenting Knowledge: Our coaches provide guidance for situations that go beyond common parenting challenges, offering specialized knowledge from the Kinnections team.
- Navigation of Complex Family Dynamics: We help you understand and navigate the intricate relationships within your family, rebuilding understanding and promoting connection
Benefits of Kinnections BDS
By accessing Behaviour Development Services, families can expect:
- A calmer and more manageable home environment
- Stronger and more positive parent-child relationships
- Increased parental confidence in managing challenging behaviours
- Improved communication and understanding within the family
- Greater insight into your young person’s needs and motivations
- Effective strategies tailored to your family’s unique situation
- Improved resiliency for both the young person and their family members
Who Can Benefit from BDS?
BDS is designed for current Kinnections families who:
- Feel overwhelmed by their child’s behaviour
- Have tried other parenting programs without success
- Are navigating complex or persistent behavioural challenges
- Want to enhance their parenting skills and improve family dynamics
- Need support in specific, challenging situations
- Feel stuck, worried, and unsure of how to move forward
- Are reaching their limits and need a new approach
Who Can Access BDS?
Our Behaviour Development Services are available to current Kinnections families with FSCD approval and those seeking private-pay support. If you’re already working with Kinnections, BDS may be the next step in your family’s journey. If you’re new to Kinnections, we offer private-pay services for families who need specialized behaviour support.


Getting Started
Remember, you’re not alone in this journey. With the support and guidance of our Behaviour Development Services, you’ll have a dedicated partner every step of the way as you navigate the challenges, celebrate the successes, and build a stronger, more resilient family.
Taking the first step towards positive change begins with reaching out.
