Parents and caregivers of a child with autism spectrum disorder or other developmental delay seek effective ways to connect and better understand their child’s needs and motivations. Through a ...

For years, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy has been considered the gold standard for children with autism. But as more families explore treatment options, the conversation around DIR vs ABA is ...

SAN ANTONIO - April is Autism Awareness Month, and a new treatment is now giving hope to local families. Little Donovan walks into a therapy room filled with toys and immediately gravitates toward a ...

Sophia Dvorkina, a DIR/Floortime (“Floortime”) therapist and child development specialist, moved from Brooklyn to California and, in 2024, launched Joyful Development, a transformative program for ...

Having recieved post-doctoral training in working with families of special needs children, I hold Advanced Level Certification in DIR:Floortime therapy, a play-based relational therapy that supports ...

These include: DIR Floortime treatment for families dealing with Autism, other developmental issues, and Children and adults suffering Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Charis Foundation has two ...