DIRFloortime® Therapy

DIRFloortime®: Growing Through Connection and Play

At The Whole Child Connection, DIRFloortime® is at the heart of my work. It’s a playful, relationship-based approach that supports children to connect, communicate, and grow in ways that feel natural and engaging.

Through shared play and meaningful interaction, I support each child to build the foundations for learning, emotional growth, and social development.

What Is DIRFloortime® Therapy?

DIRFloortime® is a developmental model that focuses on the whole child their emotions, relationships, and individual differences.

Rather than working on isolated skills, I meet each child where they are and support their development through connection, curiosity, and engagement.

Who Can Benefit from DIRFloortime®?

DIRFloortime® can support children who benefit from help with:

Emotional Regulation

Communication and Language

Social Interaction

Attention and Engagement

My DIRFloortime® Approach

I begin by understanding your child’s unique developmental profile, including their strengths, challenges, and sensory preferences.

Sessions are guided by your child’s interests, using play as the foundation for growth.

I focus on supporting key developmental capacities such as:

What Does a Session Look Like?

During sessions, I follow your child’s lead, whether that’s play, imagination, or sensory exploration.

I join their world first, then gently expand it through interaction, new ideas, and shared experiences.

Each session is tailored to your child’s needs, energy, and stage of development.

Family Involvement

Parents and caregivers are an important part of the process. I provide guidance and practical strategies to help you support your child’s development in everyday life.

Why Choose DIRFloortime®

I am trained in the DIR® model and support children through connection rather than compliance. I focus on each child as an individual and support their development in a way that feels respectful and meaningful.

The DIR® Framework

Developmental

Understanding each child’s unique stage of emotional and social growth.

Individual Differences

Recognising how every child processes the world through their senses, movement, and emotions.

Relationship-based

Using relationships and connection as the foundation for learning.

What Can DIRFloortime® Support?

Emotional regulation and engagement

Helping children feel calm, safe, and connected.

Communication and language

Encouraging meaningful interaction through play

Social interaction

Building back-and-forth connection and shared attention

Problem-solving and thinking

Promoting curiosity, creativity, and flexible thinking

Confidence and resilience

Nurturing self-awareness and resilience

Get Started

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.