Our approach
ESDM is a play-based, evidence-based intervention specifically designed for young children with autism and developmental delays. Sessions use child-led activities and joint-activity routines to foster natural engagement, focusing on learning through play with positive reinforcement rather than structured, therapist-led tasks. The approach targets multiple developmental domains including communication, social skills, joint attention, cognition, play, fine and gross motor skills, and personal independence. Unlike traditional ABA, ESDM uses a least-to-most prompting strategy to encourage genuine skill generalization across different environments and with various people. Sessions are tailored to each child's developmental level and interests, delivered in natural settings like home or preschool.
