Shohreh Pirouznia, BCBA, RBA (Ont.)
Board Certified Behavior Analyst · Registered Behaviour Analyst in Ontario
Shohreh founded and leads Adora Bright Child & Youth Development Centre in Richmond Hill. For more than 13 years she has supported children and youth with autism and developmental differences at home, in clinic, at school and in the community, combining ethical, evidence-based ABA with speech-language and occupational therapy.
- Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
- Registered Behaviour Analyst, CPBAO
- Clinical Director
About Shohreh
Shohreh Pirouznia is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and a Registered Behaviour Analyst (RBA) with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario. She is the founder and Clinical Director of Adora Bright Child & Youth Development Centre, a multidisciplinary therapy centre in Richmond Hill.
Over more than 13 years she has worked with a wide range of children, youth and families, helping them overcome barriers, reach their goals and take part fully in their communities. Her work spans early intervention, school-age readiness, teen independence and transition planning.
Shohreh’s approach is holistic. She blends Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) with strategies from occupational therapy (OT) and speech-language pathology (SLP), so each child receives individualized care that looks at communication, regulation, daily living and social development together, not in isolation.
She also mentors and trains behaviour analysts, therapists and other professionals, and she keeps her practice current through ongoing workshops, conferences, courses and continuing education in behaviour analysis, autism and developmental disabilities.
Her clinical philosophy
- Ethical, evidence-based ABA
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Family empowerment and parent coaching
- School advocacy and collaboration
- Whole-child programming
- Staff mentorship and clinical excellence
Credentials & Licensure
Families should always be able to check who is guiding their child’s care. Shohreh’s professional credentials can be verified directly with the bodies that issue them.
| Credential | Issued by | Verify |
|---|---|---|
| Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)Graduate-level certification in behaviour analysis | Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) | BACB Certificant Registry ↗ |
| Registered Behaviour Analyst (RBA)Regulated health professional in Ontario | College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario (CPBAO) | CPBAO Public Register ↗ |
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Areas of Expertise
Applied Behaviour Analysis
Individualized, evidence-based ABA programs for children and youth with autism.
Early Intervention
Building communication, play and learning foundations in the early years.
Parent Coaching
Giving families practical strategies that carry progress beyond therapy sessions.
School Advocacy & IEP Support
Working with schools on readiness, accommodations and collaboration.
Social & Emotional Regulation
Social skills, self-regulation and self-advocacy for school and community life.
Teen Independence & Transitions
Executive function, life skills and transition planning for adolescents.
Experience
- Founder & Clinical Director, Adora Bright Child & Youth Development Centre, Richmond Hill, Ontario
- 13+ years supporting children with autism and developmental differences in home, clinic, school and community settings
- Clinical leadership of a multidisciplinary team spanning ABA, speech-language pathology and occupational therapy
- Mentor and trainer for behaviour analysts, therapists and allied professionals
Our editorial standards
Clinical articles on this site are written to help families understand autism, therapy and development. Content is based on current, evidence-based practice and is reviewed by our clinical team before it is published. It is general information, not a diagnosis or treatment plan. Every child is different, so please speak with a qualified clinician about your child’s needs.
Articles by Shohreh
- Lunchbox Tips from OTs for Picky Eaters: A Guide for September
- Successful Toileting Strategies: Supporting Your Child’s Journey to Independence
- How to Support Siblings When a Child Has Autism
- “What Is Socially Mediated Reinforcement? A Simple Guide For Parents”
- The 4 Stages of Autism by Dr. Stephen Shore: A Practical Guide
- Why Is Self-Care So Important for Autism Caregivers? Start Here
- Revealing Autism at School: A Parent’s No-Fluff Guide
- Empowering Parents: What You Need to Know Before Your ABA Consultation
Talk to Shohreh’s team
Book an intake consultation at our Richmond Hill centre, or call (416) 477-6083.