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Jenefer Neale MSc. BCBA

Helping families move forward with clarity, calm, and practical support

Hello! I’m Jenefer

MSc. BCBA, IBA

My path into this work grew from a longstanding curiosity about how children learn, regulate, and make sense of the world around them. My formal training in behaviour analysis gave me a strong evidence-based foundation, but it was working alongside families, educators, and support teams that truly shaped how I practise. Over time, I saw that real progress happens when support is practical, respectful, and grounded in everyday life — not just theory.

Alongside my professional work, being a parent has deepened my understanding of how complex and emotional this journey can be. I know families are balancing hopes, worries, and real-world pressures all at once. Today I bring together clinical expertise, ongoing learning, and lived experience to offer support that feels collaborative, compassionate, and genuinely useful.

I also share practical parent guidance through the Sage Sprouts resource space.

My Approach & Values

I approach my work from the belief that behaviour is communication and that meaningful change happens in the context of safe relationships and supportive environments. My practice is grounded in evidence-based behavioural science, while also recognizing that children and families are navigating complex emotional, developmental, and systemic realities. I aim to understand the whole picture before recommending strategies, and I work collaboratively with families and teams to create supports that are practical, respectful, and sustainable.

I take a neuroaffirming perspective, which means I focus on helping children build skills, confidence, and connection rather than trying to make them appear “typical.” My goal is not to change who a child is, but to help them participate more comfortably and successfully in their world. I value transparency, compassion, and curiosity in my work, and I believe the most effective support happens when families feel heard, informed, and empowered.

My Experience

• Supporting neurodivergent children and families since 2004
• Collaboration with schools and multidisciplinary teams
• Social groups and peer skill-building programs
• Parent coaching and consultation across home, school, and community
• Compassionate, skill-based behaviour support (ACT-informed, modern functional assessment approaches)

My Education

• Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA)
• Masters of Science in ABA and Autism
• Ongoing learning in relational, neuroaffirming, and values-based practice

Ways We Can Work Together

Consultation & Team Support

I collaborate with schools, therapists, and support teams to guide planning, problem-solving, and implementation. My role may include consultation, assessment input, or mentoring team members as they carry out direct work with the child or youth.

Direct Child & Youth Support

I work directly with children and teens to build regulation, social, and executive functioning skills through individualized, evidence-based sessions. Support is tailored to each learner’s needs, goals, and environment.

Parent Coaching & Collaboration

I partner with parents and caregivers to extend progress beyond sessions. This may include coaching, skill-building, and collaborative goal-setting so families feel confident supporting their child in everyday situations.

Contact Me

 

jenefer@sagelearners.ca

Abbotsford - Fraser Valley

Tele-Health Available