DIRFloortime Therapy

DIRFloortime® Therapy

At The Whole Child Connection, we specialise in DIRFloortime®, a relationship-based, play-centred therapy designed to support the social, emotional, and developmental growth of children. This holistic, evidence-based approach is tailored to each child’s unique sensory profiles, strengths, challenges, and interests, fostering meaningful connections and joyful learning experiences.

How DIRFloortime® Therapy Works

DIRFloortime® uses playful, engaging interactions to meet children at their current developmental level and guide them towards higher levels of social, emotional, and intellectual functioning. Therapy is conducted in a safe, nurturing environment, where the child feels empowered to explore, communicate, and connect.

Core Focus Areas of DIRFloortime® Therapy

DIRFloortime® therapy at The Whole Child Connection is designed to:

Strengthen Emotional Regulation:

Helping children manage sensory and emotional challenges, building calm and focus.

Enhance Communication:

Encouraging purposeful back-and-forth interactions through key sign, gestures, sounds, and words.

Promote Social Engagement:

Fostering meaningful relationships through joint attention and shared joy.

Support Cognitive Development:

Guiding children to think flexibly, solve problems, and build creativity.

Who Can Benefit from DIRFloortime® Therapy?

DIRFloortime® is effective for children of all ages, particularly those working on:

Emotional regulation and sensory processing.

Expanding purposeful communication (verbal and non-verbal).

Building reciprocal social interactions and relationships.

Developing executive functioning, play skills, and symbolic thinking.

Parent and Caregiver Involvement

We strongly believe in empowering families as active participants in therapy. Through DIRFloortime®, parents and caregivers learn practical strategies to create meaningful moments of connection and growth in everyday life.

Why Choose DIRFloortime® Therapy at The Whole Child Connection?

Child-Led Approach: Therapy is guided by your child’s interests, creating joy and motivation for learning.
Relationship-Focused: Emphasising the importance of connection as the foundation for growth.
Individualised Plans: Customised to meet your child’s unique developmental needs and sensory profile.
Skilled Practitioners: ICDL Certified DIRFloortime® Practitioners with extensive experience in child development.

Let us help your child grow through the power of play, connection, and relationships. Contact The Whole Child Connection today to learn how DIRFloortime® therapy can support your family.