Early Intervention and ESDM
The Early Start Denver Model is an evidence-based early intervention for young children. It combines Applied Behaviour Analysis with developmental and relationship-based strategies, delivered through play-based, structured interaction in natural settings. ESDM is for children under five.
Who It Is For
- Children under five, including toddlers and infants
- Families noticing differences in communication, play or social interaction
- Parents who want to be actively coached rather than sitting outside the room
What Happens in a Session
- Play-based, structured interaction that follows the child's own motivation.
- Delivered in natural settings rather than at a desk.
- Parent-mediated, so strategies carry into the hours we are not there.
- Our infant and parent work, including sleep and feeding consultations, is based at our Oshawa site.
Goals We Might Work On
- Early social communication and joint attention
- Imitation and early play skills
- Sleep, feeding and toileting routines
- Language and play acquisition
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How to Begin
- 01
Discovery Call
A complimentary call to understand your child and family's needs.
- 02
Schedule & Assess
We schedule an assessment to get to know your child fully.
- 03
Review of Goals
We review goals together and share our findings.
- 04
Plan in Action
An individualized therapy plan, put into practice.
- 05
Transition
Discharge and transition support, when the time is right.
Not Sure If This Is the Right Fit?
You don't need to work that out before contacting us. Tell us about your child and our team will help you understand which services may suit.