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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Hi all,

My 3.5 yr old ASD level 1 (Asperger’s) was specifically recommended for DIR Floortime. I’ve seen mixed reviews, but can anyone who have gone through either Floortime (ran by Greenspan’s sons) or Positive Development (DIR approach), provide any concrete feedbacks as to what they liked or didn’t like about either of these providers?

Thanks so much in advance. [/quote]

We were referred to and went to Floortime center (ran by the son) by a very reputable psychological practice that diagnosed our child at 2. Went for a visit and did not like the center, the approach, the kiddo reaction to the tryout or the proposed therapist, ended up not going there. A few details: the center is run by 2 guys and it shows - we were there in the morning and many areas looked like they could use a vacuum. The child ended up crying when the owner was demonstrating/explaining the approach to us. The proposed therapist did not have any Floortime certifications or credentials, was with the center for only 3-4 months at that time and did not prev. experience with ASD or kids (she had an active OT license but was previously a rehabilitative OT with older adults). None of this inspired a lot of confidence.

We went to a more traditional OT 1:1 and ended up finding a very good match, and later we added a Floortime/DIR based paygroup from another reputable practice which we loved, with very experienced OTs who gave us great insights on our child.

Something I wish I was told when we first got the diagnosis, and feel free to ignore as you wish - with any providers: very good practices have names and bios of therapists on their web. If you don't see that, it could mean that there is a lot of turnover or even that they are using part time contractors to fill the hours. Always ask for a blurb/paragraph of experience of the therapist/provider that's proposed for your child, don't go on "oh, it's a great match" - good signs are several years in the same practice, previous experience with pediatric populations of same profile as your child, certifications and continuing education beyond the basic license.  For 2-3 y.o. it's perfectly reasonable to ask to observe some early sessions in order to understand if the method and therapist are a good fit for your child.  Be picky, don't be afraid to change if it doesn't feel great. Many good places may have a waitlist - put yourself on, even if you find something more immediate. We found that our dev. ped at childrens and our regular ped were able to give us lists of excellent providers locally. [/quote]

Do you mind sharing the place you loved?[/quote]

TTLC. [/quote]

All I'm seeing are LA locations, anything in the DMV?[/quote]

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