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Early Intervention (Ages 1–6)
Play-based, relationship-focused support for young children and their families.
Early intervention at Different Angles supports young children in their natural environments such as home, preschool, and the community. Our focus is on communication, emotional regulation, social engagement, and early learning skills within the context of everyday life.
Support is neuro-affirming and individualised, and informed by evidence-based approaches including the Early Start Denver Model (ESDM).
Early Start Denver Model (ESDM)
The Early Start Denver Model (ESDM) is an evidence-based, play-based early intervention approach for young autistic children. It supports learning through everyday interactions, relationships, and routines, rather than structured or clinical activities.
As a Certified ESDM Therapist, I use ESDM to support:
Communication and shared engagement
Social interaction and play skills
Emotional regulation and flexibility
Early learning within daily routines
Parent confidence through coaching and collaboration
ESDM is child-led and adaptable. Strategies are shaped around each child’s interests, strengths, and pace, and are designed to be used naturally at home, preschool, and in the community.
School Readiness & Transitions
Starting preschool or school and moving between learning environments can be challenging for many children and families. School readiness is about more than academics; it is about helping children feel safe, regulated, and able to participate in everyday routines.
Support focuses on building skills that support engagement in learning environments, including:
Managing transitions and changes in routine
Participating in group activities
Engaging with peers and educators
Communicating needs and preferences
Regulating emotions in new settings
Where helpful, support may include collaboration with educators to promote consistency and smoother transitions. The aim is not to change the child, but to support environments that help children thrive.
Parent Coaching & Family Support
Parents and caregivers play a central role in a child’s development. Parent coaching focuses on supporting families to better understand their child’s needs and to feel confident responding in everyday situations.
Support may include:
Understanding communication, behaviour, and regulation needs
Learning practical, play-based strategies that fit into daily routines
Adjusting environments to reduce stress and support success
Reflecting on challenges, progress, and family priorities
This support is collaborative and respectful. There is no one “right way” to parent. The goal is to work alongside families to build strategies that feel realistic, meaningful, and sustainable in real life.
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