Floortime is one of many approaches to treating children with autism. You may have heard about it from other parents, or read about it online, but what is it exactly and how does it help children with autism? Floortime is designed to help children become more regulated, engaged, and able to join others in spontaneous back-and-forth interactions. This workshop will introduce you to the guiding principles of this modality. It will also help you understand how to begin using this approach at home, at school, or as part of other interventions. Additionally, it will introduce you to Floortime resources so that you can continue learning about this approach.  This afternoon workshop will be presented in English. Register via: Introduction to D.I.R. / Floortime For Parents, Teachers, and Therapists

If you are interested in the workshop presented in French please register for the morning workshop “Introduction au D.I.R. / Floortime”. 

Chad Kordt-Thomas, LCSW is a child and family psychotherapist in private practice in San Francisco, California. He specializes in treating children of all ages with neuro-developmental challenges, such as Autism. Mr. Kordt-Thomas is certified as a D.I.R. / Floortime Fellow with the Profectum Organization. He consults regularly to schools and frequently presents on a variety of child and adolescent development topics to clinical agencies. He works closely with teachers, occupational and speech therapists, and other child development professionals. He is also an Adjunct Assistant Professor at Smith College, School of Social Work. He worked previously as a preschool and elementary school teacher. Mr. Kordt-Thomas received his MSW from Smith College, School for Social Work and his M.S. Ed. from Bank Street College of Education.