Family Compass’ developmental program is for families with children ages 1 to 6 years old who present with the following:
We highly value intervening early in the child’s life, as research and our clinical experience clearly indicate that intervening early makes a real and lasting difference.
We strive to see children as their parents do: a precious gift to be nurtured. We help parents understand their child’s development and clarify the child’s developmental needs alongside their strengths. Recognizing that each child is unique, we aim to provide a clear roadmap of how to support the child’s developmental progress
Initial Assessment Session:
First, we conduct an evaluation session with the child and family with the participation of the three-person, interdisciplinary program staff. This session aims to determine whether initial intervention should emphasize interactive developmental therapy (DIR), ABA therapy, or both.
Intervention
Following the evaluation, intervention planning is done with the family, and a specific intervention program and schedule is developed. Our intervention team includes a licensed clinical psychologist, a board-certified behavior analyst (BCBA), a clinical social work intern experienced in working with children with autism, and an in-home Registered Behavioral Therapist (RBT). Depending on the needs of the child and family, therapy may be conducted in the offices of Family Compass and/or in the family home.
The Developmental Interaction Therapy–DIR (In-office): Weekly parent coaching sessions are scheduled with the parents, caregivers and child. Parents learn specific strategies to address the developmental challenges of the child that can be transferred to the home environment. Updates to the program are made every 4 months.
ABA Therapy (In-Home): An in-home therapy program is designed and implemented for the child by a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). A registered behavior technician (RBT) under the supervision of the BCBA conducts one-on-one therapy with the child in the home environment. Updates to the program are made by the BCBA to attune the program to the child’s evolving needs. There will be monthly sessions in home with BCBA to observe work with RBT and consult on program.
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