DIR®/Floortime
DIR®/Floortime is a child-led, relationship-based approach to supporting development. Instead of working on a child, we work with them—following their interests, honoring their sensory needs, and meeting them exactly where they are.
This approach supports growth in social-emotional development, communication, and play while staying rooted in respect for each child’s individuality. It’s especially beneficial for children with autism, language delays, and complex medical needs—but it can nurture connection for any child.
DIR®/Floortime in action looks like:
Following a child’s lead in play
Discovering and building on their interests
Supporting authentic communication in all its forms
Encouraging sibling and caregiver participation
Centering strengths to support areas of growth
You might be wondering…
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DIR/Floortime can benefit children who:
Have autism or developmental delays
Struggle with attention, flexibility, or regulation
Find it hard to connect with others or sustain interactions
Experience challenges with play, imagination, or social skills
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Through play, we encourage children to:
Engage and connect in ways that feel natural to them
Build emotional and social understanding
Develop problem-solving and flexible thinking
Strengthen the building blocks of communication and learning
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Sessions are playful, interactive, and centered on your child’s unique interests. We join your child in their world and gently invite them into new experiences. Parents are guided on how to use DIR/Floortime strategies in everyday routines, making therapy an extension of daily life.
“We join your child in their world and gently invite them into new experiences.”
— Erin ForwardMore Services for Families
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Speech Therapy
Helping children find their voice and express themselves with confidence.
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Feeding Therapy
Creating safe, supported mealtimes where nourishment and connection can grow.
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Caregiver Coaching
Guiding parents with practical tools and compassion so they feel confident and supported.