About Us

Our Focus

Our top priority at The Papillon Learning Centre,  is to create a positive environment where children are encouraged to explore, ask questions, and be themselves.  We focus on increasing each child's confidence in their own abilities and establishing pride in their accomplishments.
Our programming creates an environment where children can learn the skills needed to be successful in all areas of their lives.  We believe that children are most successful when they learn in environments that will be realistic and prepare them for their future. 
Our staff is dedicated to the development and teaching of all children, and is focused in helping each child achieve their goals through each program.  All staff are trained and have experience in the principles of ABA, as well as participate in seminars and training sessions on a continual basis.

Director: Rachel Smith 
Masters of Science in Psychology and Child Development
Diploma in Family Mediation
ABA Certification
IBI Provincial Training

Rachel Smith has been working with children for over 15 years. As a Graduate from McMaster University, Rachel has worked with over 150+ children helping the children and their families reach their goals. Rachel is an approved Senior IBI Therapist and has extensive experience working with children with special needs. Rachel will assess, design and implement an individualized program that best meets the needs of your child. Rachel Smith is an approved DFO (Direct Family Funded Option) Provider, with Kinark, TPAS, Erin Oak Kids, Hamilton Health Sciences, and Thames Valley.


Areas of Expertise Include:

  • Autism/Aspergers/PDD Spectrum
  • Learning Disabilities
  • Developmental/Intellectual Delay
  • ABA/IBI Programming
  • Social Skills Development
  • Specialized Tutoring
  • School Transition Programs
  • Curriculum Development
  • Sensory Integration


    • Counseling:

  • Parent Support Groups
  • Behavioural Consultation
  • Individual Counseling
  • Family Counseling
  • Play Therapy
  • School Difficulties 

    • Rachel Smith is the founder and Director of Teach To Learn. Her belief is that every child learns differently, and it is our job as educators, to teach children how they learn. Rachel is dedicated to her work with children and families, and has a wide range of expertise, and training.

    Rachel Smith practices counseling and therapy throughout the Province of Ontario under the supervision of a Registered Psychologist or Registered Psychological Associate who are members of the College of Psychologists of Ontario.

    Clinical Supervisor: Amanda Reali-Djelaj

    Honours B.A. Psychology
    M.Ed in Developmental Psychology and Education, specializing in Special Needs Instruction (in progress).

    Amanda Reali has worked in the field of autism for more than 7 years.  She has provided support to children of all ages, with a focus on the principles of ABA. 
    Working under the supervision of influential Clinical Supervisors and Senior Therapists, Amanda has gain imperative knowledge and experience from top leaders in the field of autism. It was through working with Rachel Smith that Amanda was able to have the confidence and knowledge to begin The Papillon Learning Centre. Under the direction of Rachel Smith, Amanda is able to provide support, supervision and programming to families and children living with autism.

    Since completing her Honours B.A. in Psychology, Amanda has attended workshops, seminars and provincial training in the field of autism and ABA.  Currently Amanda is completing her Masters in Developmental Psychology and Education, specializing in Special Needs Instruction, at the University of Toronto. Additionally, Amanda is currently completing the process to become a Board Certified Associate Behaviour Analyst (BCaBA).
    It is through Amanda’s passion for teaching and her connection to those living with autism that the Papillon Learning Center was created         .