Events
Upcoming Events
Live Online
Mondays 1:00-2:00pm
Monthly evenings 9:00pm
Eastern Time Zone
Monday + Evening PARENT SUPPORT MEETINGS offered by ICDL and Affect Autism
These are free drop-in support meetings for families who are using Floortime with their children. Parenting a child with developmental differences can be a new challenge for some parents. Let us help you find the connection and joy with your child as you support their developmental process. Daria Brown from Affect Autism facilitates these sessions. Daria is a parent and holds an Advanced Certificate in DIRFloortime. Come to one or come to all…it is up to you. Start at any point. We are here for you when you need the support, guidance, or just to share stories and experiences. These meetings are open to caregivers from anywhere around the world!
* There will be no meetings on January 1 (New Year’s Day), January 15 (Martin Luther King Jr. holiday), February 19 (President’s Day)
Note: The first Monday of each month will feature a guest expert to offer additional support. January 8th: Autistic Self-Advocate, Dr. Emile Gouws, February 5th: Licensed Professional Counselor, Dave Nelson, March 4th: Speech/Language Therapist Bridget Palmer, April 8th: Infant Mental Health Specialist, Colette Ryan, May 6th: Parent Advocate, Kim Kredich, June 3rd: Bodymind Practitioner, Yuji Oka, July 15th: Occupational Therapist Maude LeRoux. August 12th: Special Educator, Kasheena Holder, September to December TBA.
Evening meetings 2024: Thursday at 9pm on January 18, February 1, February 29, April 4, May 2, June 13
Please note: This is not a clinical treatment program. This is a parent-led support service. ICDL strongly encourages parents to also obtain professional clinical support from a DIRFloortime provider. You can search for providers under DIR Clinics HERE or at ICDL’s DIRectory HERE or access ICDL’s DIR Home Program.
Live Online
Tuesdays & Wednesdays
MAY 21 to 29
2024
8:00-10:00pm Eastern Time Zone
COMING in MAY!
FREE parent DIR 101: An Introduction to DIR and DIRFloortime! offered by ICDL
No prerequisites.
Live Online
Wednesday
JUN 12
2024
6:00-9:00pm Eastern Time Zone
When children are receiving therapeutic services they are often seen as the center of the therapeutic process. However, for the services to be fully effective, the professionals need to also understand and engage the caregivers. This 3-hour course will explore the relationship with caregivers in the process of a client relationship. Topics covered will include the spectrum of parents and meeting the parents where they are by understanding their process and journey. How can you be the supportive and understanding practitioner whom caregivers trust and feel confident in? This course will help you raise your awareness and build your capacity for respecting the spectrum of families you see in your practice.
No prerequisites.
Past Events
New York City
Friday & Saturday
MAR 15 & 16
2024
9:00am Eastern Time Zone
Friday, March 15th 2024, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM US Eastern Time
Saturday, March 16th 2024, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM US Eastern Time
Daria Brown will present Under Pressure: Concerns parents bring to ICDL’s parent support meeting and how you can support them on Friday, March 15th at 2:15 – 3:15 PM
See the FULL CONFERENCE SCHEDULE HERE
No prerequisites.
Live Online
Friday
MAR 1
2024
1:00pm Eastern Time Zone
When children are receiving therapeutic services they are often seen as the center of the therapeutic process. However, for the services to be fully effective, the professionals need to also understand and engage the caregivers. This 3-hour course will explore the relationship with caregivers in the process of a client relationship. Topics covered will include the spectrum of parents and meeting the parents where they are by understanding their process and journey. How can you be the supportive and understanding practitioner whom caregivers trust and feel confident in? This course will help you raise your awareness and build your capacity for respecting the spectrum of families you see in your practice.
No prerequisites.
Live Online
Wednesday
FEB 28
2024
10:00am to 1:00pm Eastern Time Zone
Musical interaction IS interaction, musical relatedness IS relatedness and musical communication IS communication. This course will provide participants with learning opportunities focused on facilitating musical-play interactions with their children through the use of percussion and singing. The course is designed for parents who would like to use music to foster self-regulation, engagement, and purposeful two-way communication.
Instructional method: Live Online lecture with video examples and live musical demonstrations.
Prerequisite: None
Live Online
Fridays
NOV 3 – DEC 15
2023
12:00pm-1:30pm Eastern Time Zone
* No class on November 24 due to American Thanksgiving
Live Online
OCT 20 – 29
2023
Tuesday, OCT 24: 6:00-7:30pm Balancing your FEDCs with Your Child’s: Finding that ‘Just-Right’ Rhythm (Daria Brown)
Wednesday, OCT 25: 4:00-5:30pm Bringing it Back to the Model: The Second Annual DIR/Floortime Game Show! (Daria Brown joins ICDL DIR Training Leaders)
Saturday, OCT 28: 10:00-11:30am Revisiting the ‘R’: Hidden Regulators in the Development of Relationships (Live Affect Autism Podcast) (Daria Brown with guest Dr. Ira Glovinsky)
Live Online
Thursday, OCT 5
(*** Friday, OCT 6 in Australia ***)
2023
7:00-9:30pm US Eastern Time Zone
(*** 9:00-10:30am in Sydney, Australia Time Zone ***)
* NEW * AFFECT AUTISM Member Discussion
This is a monthly virtual meeting with me for Members and Star Members patrons of Affect Autism. You can become a member here, or you can also attend the meeting as a ‘drop-in’ guest for a small registration fee. Each meeting will begin with a brief 10-15 minute presentation by Daria of material from blog/podcasts from Affect Autism, followed by a discussion, including Q & A. It’s a more thorough look at a various DIR/Floortime topic each month.
AFFECT AUTISM Member Discussion #2 content will be ‘Floortime and Relationships’ with material based on the following blog posts and podcasts:
- The ‘R’ in the DIR model: Relationship-based
- Floortime as a Family Approach
- Being versus Doing
- Floortime with Family or Small Groups
- The Heart of DIR/Floortime: The ‘R’ and Genuine Affect
- Floortime Lifestyle
The reason I chose this time is because it’s a Saturday, which tends to be more flexible for many, and because it allows people from around the world to attend. It’s 6:00AM Pacific time, 2:00PM/3:00PM in UK/Europe, and 9:00 to 11:00PM in Australia. It’s the only time that ‘sort of’ fits all time zones for almost all of you!
Online
Thursday, OCT 5
(*** Friday, OCT 6 in Australia ***)
2023
7:00-9:30pm US Eastern Time Zone
(*** 9:00-10:30am in Sydney, Australia Time Zone ***)
When children are receiving therapeutic services they are often seen as the center of the therapeutic process. However, for the services to be fully effective, the professionals need to also understand and engage the caregivers. This 3-hour course will explore the relationship with caregivers in the process of a client relationship. Topics covered will include the spectrum of parents and meeting the parents where they are by understanding their process and journey. How can you be the supportive and understanding practitioner whom caregivers trust and feel confident in? This course will help you raise your awareness and build your capacity for respecting the spectrum of families you see in your practice.
No prerequisites.
Live Online
THURSDAY, AUG 3 at 9:00pm EDT
MONDAY, AUG 14 at 1:00pm EDT
TUESDAY, SEP 5 at 9:00pm EDT
2023
* NEW * AFFECT AUTISM Member Discussion
This is a monthly virtual meeting with me for Members and Star Members patrons of Affect Autism. You can become a member here, or you can also attend the meeting as a ‘drop-in’ guest for a small registration fee. Each meeting will begin with a brief 10-15 minute presentation by Daria of material from blog/podcasts from Affect Autism, followed by a discussion, including Q & A. It’s a more thorough look at a various DIR/Floortime topic each month.
AFFECT AUTISM Member Discussion #1 content will focus on the ‘Floortime Mindset’ referring to material from the following Affect Autism blog/podcasts:
Live Online
Friday
AUG 4
2023
10:00am-1:00pm Eastern Time Zone
*Evening* + BONUS ICDL and Affect Autism PARENT SUPPORT MEETINGS
These are free drop-in support meetings for families who are using Floortime with their children. Parenting a child with developmental differences can be a new challenge for some parents. Let us help you find the connection and joy with your child as you support their developmental process. Daria Brown from Affect Autism facilitates these sessions. Daria is a parent and holds an Advanced Certificate in DIRFloortime. Come to one or come to all…it is up to you. Start at any point. We are here for you when you need the support, guidance, or just to share stories and experiences. These meetings are open to caregivers from anywhere around the world!
Please note: This is not a clinical treatment program. This is a parent-led support service. ICDL strongly encourages parents to also obtain professional clinical support from a DIRFloortime provider. You can search for providers under DIR Clinics HERE or at ICDL’s DIRectory HERE or access ICDL’s DIR Home Program.
Live Online
9 Mondays
MAY 1-JUL31
2023
1:00-2:00pm Eastern Time Zone
* note there will be no meetings on May 22 or 29 due to Canadian and US Holidays, June 19 or 26 due to school break in Canada, and July 3 due to Canada Day/US Independence Day holidays.
When children are receiving therapeutic services they are often seen as the center of the therapeutic process. However, for the services to be fully effective, the professionals need to also understand and engage the caregivers. This 3-hour course will explore the relationship with caregivers in the process of a client relationship. Topics covered will include the spectrum of parents and meeting the parents where they are by understanding their process and journey. How can you be the supportive and understanding practitioner whom caregivers trust and feel confident in? This course will help you raise your awareness and build your capacity for respecting the spectrum of families you see in your practice.
No prerequisites.
Live Online
Wednesday
MAY 31
2023
7:00-10:00pm Eastern Time
PARENT SUPPORT MEETINGS offered by ICDL and Affect Autism
When children are receiving therapeutic services they are often seen as the center of the therapeutic process. However, for the services to be fully effective, the professionals need to also understand and engage the caregivers. This 3-hour course will explore the relationship with caregivers in the process of a client relationship. Topics covered will include the spectrum of parents and meeting the parents where they are by understanding their process and journey. How can you be the supportive and understanding practitioner whom caregivers trust and feel confident in? This course will help you raise your awareness and build your capacity for respecting the spectrum of families you see in your practice.
No prerequisites.
Live Online
3 Wednesdays
MAY 4-18
2023
1:00-4:00pm Eastern Time Zone
No prerequisites.
Live Online
6 Mondays
MAR 6-APR 24
2023
1:00-2:00pm Eastern Time Zone
* note there will be no meetings on March 20th due to March Break and Easter Monday, April 10th
DIR 120 – Choosing Play: Setting Up for Success Across the Lifespan offered by ICDL
We chose play: Season 1
Live Online
6 Mondays
JAN 9-FEB 27
2023
1:00-2:00pm Eastern Time Zone
* note there will be no meeting holidays Jan 16, Feb 20
PARENT SUPPORT MEETINGS offered by ICDL and Affect Autism
These are free drop-in support meetings for families who are using Floortime with their children. Parenting a child with developmental differences can be a new challenge for some parents. Let us help you find the connection and joy with your child as you support their developmental process. Daria Brown from Affect Autism facilitates these sessions. Daria is a parent and holds an Advanced Certificate in DIRFloortime. Come to one or come to all…it is up to you. Start at any point. We are here for you when you need the support, guidance, or just to share stories and experiences. These meetings are open to caregivers from anywhere around the world! Note: The first week of each month will feature a DIR Expert Training Leader to offer additional support. March 6th: ICDL CEO, Licensed Professional Counselor, Jeff Guenzel, and April 3rd: Licensed Professional Counselor Mike Fields.
Please note: This is not a clinical treatment program. This is a parent-led support service. ICDL strongly encourages parents to also obtain professional clinical support from a DIRFloortime provider. You can search for providers under DIR Clinics HERE or at ICDL’s DIRectory HERE or access ICDL’s DIR Home Program.
Online
6 Mondays
JAN 9-FEB 27
2023
1:00-2:00pm Eastern Time Zone
* note there will be no meeting holidays Jan 16, Feb 20
PARENT SUPPORT MEETINGS offered by ICDL and Affect Autism
These are free drop-in support meetings for families who are using Floortime with their children. Parenting a child with developmental differences can be a new challenge for some parents. Let us help you find the connection and joy with your child as you support their developmental process. Daria Brown from Affect Autism facilitates these sessions. Daria is a parent and holds an Advanced Certificate in DIRFloortime. Come to one or come to all…it is up to you. Start at any point. We are here for you when you need the support, guidance, or just to share stories and experiences. These meetings are open to caregivers from anywhere around the world! Note: The first week of each month will feature a DIR Expert Training Leader to offer additional support. January 9th: Psychologist Gil Tippy and February 6th we have a non-DIR self-advocate guest Khylil Robinson and his autism advocate mother, Chele Abraham-Montgomery!
Please note: This is not a clinical treatment program. This is a parent-led support service. ICDL strongly encourages parents to also obtain professional clinical support from a DIRFloortime provider. You can search for providers under DIR Clinics HERE or at ICDL’s DIRectory HERE or access ICDL’s DIR Home Program.
Live Online
6 Mondays
NOV 7-DEC 19
2022
1:00-2:00pm Eastern Time Zone
* note there will be no meeting Nov 21st
We chose play: Season 1
Live Online
6 Mondays
SEP 12-OCT 31
2022
1:00-2:00pm Eastern Time Zone
* note there will be no meeting Oct 10th for Canadian Thanksgiving holiday nor on Oct 24th due to ICDL’s annual conference
PARENT SUPPORT MEETINGS offered by ICDL and Affect Autism
These are free drop-in support meetings for families who are using Floortime with their children. Parenting a child with developmental differences can be a new challenge for some parents. Let us help you find the connection and joy with your child as you support their developmental process. Daria Brown from Affect Autism facilitates these sessions. Daria is a parent and holds an Advanced Certificate in DIRFloortime. Come to one or come to all…it is up to you. Start at any point. We are here for you when you need the support, guidance, or just to share stories and experiences. These meetings are open to caregivers from anywhere around the world! Note: The first week of each month will feature a DIR Expert Training Leader to offer additional support. November 7th: Occupational Therapist Gretchen Kamke and December 5th: Special Educator Jackie Bartell.
Please note: This is not a clinical treatment program. This is a parent-led support service. ICDL strongly encourages parents to also obtain professional clinical support from a DIRFloortime provider. You can search for providers under DIR Clinics HERE or at ICDL’s DIRectory HERE or access ICDL’s DIR Home Program.
Online
6 Mondays
SEP 12-OCT 31
2022
1:00-2:00pm Eastern Time Zone
* note there will be no meeting Oct 10th for Canadian Thanksgiving holiday nor on Oct 24th due to ICDL’s annual conference
PARENT SUPPORT MEETINGS offered by ICDL and Affect Autism
These are free drop-in support meetings for families who are using Floortime with their children. Parenting a child with developmental differences can be a new challenge for some parents. Let us help you find the connection and joy with your child as you support their developmental process. Daria Brown from Affect Autism facilitates these sessions. Daria is a parent and holds an Advanced Certificate in DIRFloortime. Come to one or come to all…it is up to you. Start at any point. We are here for you when you need the support, guidance, or just to share stories and experiences. These meetings are open to caregivers from anywhere around the world! Note: The first week of each month will feature a DIR Expert Training Leader to offer additional support. September 12th: Colette Ryan and October 3rd: Autistic Self-advocate, Kieran Rose.
Please note: This is not a clinical treatment program. This is a parent-led support service. ICDL strongly encourages parents to also obtain professional clinical support from a DIRFloortime provider. You can search for providers under DIR Clinics HERE or at ICDL’s DIRectory HERE or access ICDL’s DIR Home Program.
Online
Monday
OCT 26
2022
12:00pm-1:30pm Eastern Time Zone
ICDL’s 2022 INTERNATIONAL LIVE ONLINE DIRFLOORTIME® CONFERENCE
Bringing It Back to the Model, the Original Floortime Gameshow
STEPHANIE PETERS, OT/L, DIR-EXPERT
I will be a part of Stephanie’s Gameshow presentation.
Online
Monday
OCT 24
2022
2:00pm-3:30pm Eastern Time Zone
ICDL’s 2022 INTERNATIONAL LIVE ONLINE DIRFLOORTIME® CONFERENCE
Choosing Play: Applying a DIR/Floortime Approach in Your Family
DARIA BROWN, MA, DIR-ADVANCED
DIR/Floortime is a parent-mediated approach that can be applied in various settings of everyday life by caregivers. Participants will see a case study of how DIR/Floortime was applied in one family over a 10-year period and how caregivers can mediate their interactions with their autistic child throughout the phases of the child’s development by taking into account their individual sensory processing profiles and individual differences, and by using their relationship with their child to foster a sense of safety and security.
Online
Friday
OCT 21
2022
12:00pm-1:30pm Eastern Time Zone
ICDL’s 2022 INTERNATIONAL LIVE ONLINE DIRFLOORTIME® CONFERENCE
The Music of Human Interactions: Coaching parents in the use of music in DIRFloortime® to foster interpersonal connections
Online
Saturday
SEPT 24
2022
INAS 2022 NEURODIVERSITY CONFERENCE
I will be presenting a pre-recorded talk at this conference entitled, ‘Advocacy for your Child Starts with your Connection‘.
Online
6 Thursdays
JUL 7-AUG 11
2022
1:00-2:00pm Eastern Time Zone
PARENT SUPPORT MEETINGS offered by ICDL and Affect Autism
* PLEASE NOTE THE TEMPORARY CHANGE TO THURSDAYS FOR THE SUMMER *
These are free drop-in support meetings for families who are using Floortime with their children. Parenting a child with developmental differences can be a new challenge for some parents. Let us help you find the connection and joy with your child as you support their developmental process. Daria Brown from Affect Autism facilitates these sessions. Daria is a parent and holds an Advanced Certificate in DIRFloortime. Come to one or come to all…it is up to you. Start at any point. We are here for you when you need the support, guidance, or just to share stories and experiences. These meetings are open to caregivers from anywhere around the world! Note: The first week of each month will feature a DIR Expert Training Leader to offer additional support. July 7th: SLP Katie Shepherd and Aug 4th: SLP Bridget Palmer.
Please note: This is not a clinical treatment program. This is a parent-led support service. ICDL strongly encourages parents to also obtain professional clinical support from a DIRFloortime provider. You can search for providers under DIR Clinics HERE or at ICDL’s DIRectory HERE or access ICDL’s DIR Home Program.
Online
6 Mondays
APR 25-JUN 13
2022
1:00-2:00pm Eastern Time Zone
* No meeting May 23 (Victoria Day, Canada) and May 30 (Memorial Day, USA)
PARENT SUPPORT MEETINGS offered by ICDL and Affect Autism
These are free drop-in support meetings for families who are using Floortime with their children. Parenting a child with developmental differences can be a new challenge for some parents. Let us help you find the connection and joy with your child as you support their developmental process. Daria Brown from Affect Autism facilitates these sessions. Daria is a parent and holds an Advanced Certificate in DIRFloortime. Come to one or come to all…it is up to you. Start at any point. We are here for you when you need the support, guidance, or just to share stories and experiences. These meetings are open to caregivers from anywhere around the world! Note: The first week of each month will feature a DIR Expert Training Leader to offer additional support. May 2nd: Dr. John Carpente and June 6th: Dr. Kathy Platzman
Please note: This is not a clinical treatment program. This is a parent-led support service. ICDL strongly encourages parents to also obtain professional clinical support from a DIRFloortime provider. You can search for providers under DIR Clinics HERE or at ICDL’s DIRectory HERE or access ICDL’s DIR Home Program.
Online
Wednesday
MAY 11
2022
10:00am-1:00pm Eastern Time Zone
DIR 110: USING MUSIC IN FLOORTIME FOR PARENTS offered by ICDL
PROMOTING DEVELOPMENT THROUGH MUSIC
This course will be offered again in the future. Stay tuned.
Online
6 Mondays
FEB 28-APR 11
2022
1:00-2:00pm Eastern Time Zone
* No meeting Feb 21, Mar 7
PARENT SUPPORT MEETINGS offered by ICDL and Affect Autism
These are free drop-in support meetings for families who are using Floortime with their children. Parenting a child with developmental differences can be a new challenge for some parents. Let us help you find the connection and joy with your child as you support their developmental process. Daria Brown from Affect Autism facilitates these sessions. Daria is a parent and holds an Advanced Certificate in DIRFloortime. Come to one or come to all…it is up to you. Start at any point. We are here for you when you need the support, guidance, or just to share stories and experiences. These meetings are open to caregivers from anywhere around the world! Note: The first week of each month will feature a DIR Expert Training Leader to offer additional support. March 14th: Jackie Bartell and April 4th: Bridget Palmer
Online
Friday
APR 8
2022
3:00-6:00pm Eastern Time Zone
DIR 402: BE S.U.R.E. offered by ICDL
SUPPORTING, UNDERSTANDING, AND RESPECTING THE EXPECTATIONS OF PARENTS
Online
6 Mondays
JAN 10-FEB 14
2022
1:00-2:00pm Eastern Time Zone
PARENT SUPPORT MEETINGS offered by ICDL and Affect Autism
These are free drop-in support meetings for families who are using Floortime with their children. Parenting a child with developmental differences can be a new challenge for some parents. Let us help you find the connection and joy with your child as you support their developmental process. Daria Brown from Affect Autism facilitates these sessions. Daria is a parent and holds an Advanced Certificate in DIRFloortime. Come to one or come to all…it is up to you. Start at any point. We are here for you when you need the support, guidance, or just to share stories and experiences. These meetings are open to caregivers from anywhere around the world! Note: The first week of each month will feature a DIR Expert Training Leader to offer additional support. January 10th: Psychologist Gil Tippy February 7th: Kasheena Holder, DIR Home Program
6 Mondays
NOV 1-DEC 13*
2021
1:00-2:00pm Eastern Time Zone
* No meeting on Nov 22 due to the ICDL 2021 Virtual Conference
PARENT SUPPORT MEETINGS offered by ICDL and Affect Autism
These are free drop-in support meetings for families who are using Floortime with their children. Parenting a child with developmental differences can be a new challenge for some parents. Let us help you find the connection and joy with your child as you support their developmental process. Daria Brown from Affect Autism facilitates these sessions. Daria is a parent and holds an Advanced Certificate in DIRFloortime. Come to one or come to all…it is up to you. Start at any point. We are here for you when you need the support, guidance, or just to share stories and experiences. These meetings are open to caregivers from anywhere around the world! Note: The first week of each month will feature a DIR Expert Training Leader to offer additional support. November 1st: Bridget Palmer, SLP December 6th: Colette Ryan, Infant Mental Health Specialist
6 Mondays
SEP 13-OCT 25*
2021
1:00-2:00pm E.D.T.
* No meeting on Oct 11 due to the Canadian Thanksgiving holiday
PARENT SUPPORT MEETINGS offered by ICDL and Affect Autism
These are free drop-in support meetings for families who are using Floortime with their children. Parenting a child with developmental differences can be a new challenge for some parents. Let us help you find the connection and joy with your child as you support their developmental process. Daria Brown from Affect Autism facilitates these sessions. Daria is a parent and holds an Advanced Certificate in DIRFloortime. Come to one or come to all…it is up to you. Start at any point. We are here for you when you need the support, guidance, or just to share stories and experiences. These meetings are open to caregivers from anywhere around the world! Note: The first week of each month will feature a DIR Expert Training Leader to offer additional support. September 13th: Dr. Kathy Platzman; October 4th: Gretchen Kamke
Please note: This is not a clinical treatment program. This is a parent-led support service. ICDL strongly encourages parents to also obtain professional clinical support from a DIRFloortime provider. You can search for providers under DIR Clinics HERE or at ICDL’s DIRectory HERE or access ICDL’s DIR Home Program.
Summer 2021 bonus sessions
Monday, JUL 19 & 26 at 1:00pm E.D.T.
Friday, AUG 6 at 12:00pm E.D.T.
PARENT SUPPORT MEETINGS offered by ICDL and Affect Autism
These are free drop-in support meetings for families who are using Floortime with their children. Parenting a child with developmental differences can be a new challenge for some parents. Let us help you find the connection and joy with your child as you support their developmental process. Daria Brown from Affect Autism facilitates these sessions. Daria is a parent and holds an Advanced Certificate in DIRFloortime. Come to one or come to all…it is up to you. Start at any point. We are here for you when you need the support, guidance, or just to share stories and experiences. These meetings are open to caregivers from anywhere around the world!
Please note: This is not a clinical treatment program. This is a parent-led support service. ICDL strongly encourages parents to also obtain professional clinical support from a DIRFloortime provider. You can search for providers under DIR Clinics HERE or at ICDL’s DIRectory HERE or access ICDL’s DIR Home Program.
6 Mondays
JUN 7-JUL 12
2021
1:00-2:00pm E.D.T.
PARENT SUPPORT MEETINGS offered by ICDL and Affect Autism
These are free drop-in support meetings for families who are using Floortime with their children. Parenting a child with developmental differences can be a new challenge for some parents. Let us help you find the connection and joy with your child as you support their developmental process. Daria Brown from Affect Autism facilitates these sessions. Daria is a parent and holds an Advanced Certificate in DIRFloortime. Come to one or come to all…it is up to you. Start at any point. We are here for you when you need the support, guidance, or just to share stories and experiences. These meetings are open to caregivers from anywhere around the world! New! The first week of each month will feature a DIR Expert Training Leader to offer additional support. June 7th: SLP Bridget Palmer; July 5th: O.T. Morgan Weissman
6 Mondays
APR 12-MAY 17
2021
1:00-2:00pm E.D.T.
PARENT SUPPORT MEETINGS offered by ICDL and Affect Autism
These are free drop-in support meetings for families who are using Floortime with their children. Parenting a child with developmental differences can be a new challenge for some parents. Let us help you find the connection and joy with your child as you support their developmental process. Daria Brown from Affect Autism facilitates these sessions. Daria is a parent and holds an Advanced Certificate in DIRFloortime. Come to one or come to all…it is up to you. Start at any point. We are here for you when you need the support, guidance, or just to share stories and experiences. These meetings are open to caregivers from anywhere around the world! New! The first week of each month will feature a DIR Expert Training Leader to offer additional support. May 3rd: Psychologist Amanda Kriegel
5 Mondays + 1 Thursday
MAR 1-APR 8
2021
1:00-2:00pm E.S.T.*
* APR 8 at 2:00pm instead of Easter Monday APR 5
PARENT SUPPORT MEETINGS offered by ICDL and Affect Autism
These are free drop-in support meetings for families who are using Floortime with their children. Parenting a child with developmental differences can be a new challenge for some parents. Let us help you find the connection and joy with your child as you support their developmental process. Daria Brown from Affect Autism facilitates these sessions. Daria is a parent and holds an Advanced Certificate in DIRFloortime. Come to one or come to all…it is up to you. Start at any point. We are here for you when you need the support, guidance, or just to share stories and experiences. These meetings are open to caregivers from anywhere around the world! New! The first week of each month will feature a DIR Expert Training Leader to offer additional support. March 1st: Jackie Bartell; April 8th: Mike Fields
6 Mondays
JAN 11-FEB 22
2021
1:00-2:00pm E.S.T.
* no session on FEB 15th (Family Day holiday)
PARENT SUPPORT MEETINGS offered by ICDL and Affect Autism
These are free drop-in support meetings for families who are using Floortime with their children. Parenting a child with developmental differences can be a new challenge for some parents. Let us help you find the connection and joy with your child as you support their developmental process. Daria Brown from Affect Autism facilitates these sessions. Daria is a parent and holds an Advanced Certificate in DIRFloortime. Come to one or come to all…it is up to you. Start at any point. We are here for you when you need the support, guidance, or just to share stories and experiences. These meetings are open to caregivers from anywhere around the world! New! The first week of each month will feature a DIR Expert Training Leader to offer additional support. February: Bridget Palmer
6 Mondays + 1 bonus Thursday
NOV 2-DEC 14
2020
* Time and day changes for the month of November due to the ICDL 2020 Conference
PARENT SUPPORT MEETINGS offered by ICDL and Affect Autism
Meeting times are changing for the month of November due to the ICDL 2020 Conference:
Mondays November 2, 9, 23 at 3:00-4:00 pm Eastern Standard Time
Monday November 16 at 12 noon – 1:00 pm Eastern Standard Time
Thursday, December 3rd at 12 noon – 1:00 pm Eastern Standard Time
Back to regular time Monday December 7th and 14th at 1:00-2:00pm Eastern Standard Time
6 Mondays
SEP 14-OCT 26 + BONUS SESSION Thurs Oct 15th at 2pm E.D.T.
2020
1:00-2:00pm E.D.T.
PARENT SUPPORT MEETINGS offered by ICDL and Affect Autism
These session were completed.
6 Mondays
Jul 27-AUG 31
2020
1:00-2:00pm E.D.T.
6 Mondays
Jun 15-JUL 20
2020
1:00-2:00pm E.D.T.
6 Mondays
MAY 4-JUN 8
2020
1:00-2:00pm E.D.T.
Mondays
JAN 13-APR 27
2020
1:00-2:00pm Eastern Time
Mondays
SEP 9-DEC 16
2019
1:00-2:00pm E.S.T.
Mondays
APR 29-JUL 29
2019
1:00-2:00pm E.D.T.
Mondays
JAN 14-APR 8
2019
1:00-2:00pm Eastern Time
Mondays
SEP 10-DEC 17
2018
1:00-2:00pm E.S.T.
Wednesdays
APR 18-MAY 23
2018
10:00-11:30pm E.D.T.
NEW DIR® COURSE FOR PARENTS offered by ICDL
Building Floortime Families – An Introduction to DIR and DIR/Floortime for Parents
This is an introductory course specifically designed for parents that provides an overview of the Developmental, Individual differences, Relationship-based (DIR) model and Floortime. During the course, we will review the theory, research, and practice. Parents will gain an understanding of what Floortime is and why it works so well. We hope you can join us for this six week class. The price for this six week class is $99 U.S.
Wednesdays
NOV 8 – FEB 7
2017/2018
8:30-10:00pm E.S.T.
SUPPORTING FLOORTIME FAMILIES
An Ongoing DIRFloortime® Support, Education, and Coaching Opportunity for Parents
This is a parent peer support program led by D. Brown from Affect Autism, ICDL’s Parent Advocate. She is a parent of a child on the Autism Spectrum and holds a Master’s degree and an Advanced DIRFloortime® Certificate.
Parents often feel stressed and confused about how to best help their child on the Autism spectrum flourish and grow. These support sessions are designed to allow for parents to discuss these issues while learning more about Floortime and how a DIR® approach can help their child and their family.
The live online sessions will take place twice a month for a total of six sessions: November 8, 22, Dec 6, Jan 10, 24, and Feb 7. Each session will be 90 minutes. Pre-requisite: An Introductory Course in DIR®
Please note: This is not a clinical treatment program. This is a parent-led support service. ICDL strongly encourages parents to also obtain professional clinical support from a DIRFloortime provider. You can search for providers HERE.
Wednesdays
SEP 18 – OCT 23
2017
8:30-10:00pm E.D.T.
NEW DIR® COURSE FOR PARENTS offered by ICDL
Building Floortime Families – An Introduction to DIR and DIR/Floortime for Parents
This is an introductory course specifically designed for parents that provides an overview of the Developmental, Individual differences, Relationship-based (DIR) model and Floortime. During the course, we will review the theory, research, and practice. Parents will gain an understanding of what Floortime is and why it works so well. We hope you can join us for this six week class. The price for this six week class is $85 U.S.
Wednesdays
JUL 12 – OCT 25
2017
8:30-10:00pm E.D.T.
SUPPORTING FLOORTIME FAMILIES
An Ongoing DIRFloortime® Support, Education, and Coaching Opportunity for Parents
This is a parent peer support program led by D. Brown from Affect Autism, ICDL’s Parent Advocate. She is a parent of a child on the Autism Spectrum and holds an Advanced DIRFloortime® Certificate.
Parents often feel stressed and confused about how to best help their child on the Autism spectrum flourish and grow. These support sessions are designed to allow for parents to discuss these issues while learning more about Floortime and how a DIR® approach can help their child and their family.
The live online sessions will take place twice a month for a total of six sessions: July 12, 26, Sep 13, 27, Oct 11, 25. Each session will be 90 minutes. Pre-requisite: An Introductory Course in DIR®
Please note: This is not a clinical treatment program. This is a parent-led support service. ICDL strongly encourages parents to also obtain professional clinical support from a DIRFloortime provider. You can search for providers HERE.
Wednesday
JUL 24
2017
8:30-10:00pm E.D.T.
BRIEF ONLINE INTRODUCTORY PARENT COURSE
Engaging and Respecting Autism: A Pathway to Understanding and Engaging a Child with Autism is a 90-minute LIVE ONLINE Introduction to DIR® and DIRFloortime®.
This presentation will explore how DIR® and DIRFloortime® can help families and professionals better engage, respect, and understand Autism. Jeffrey Guenzel, MA is a Professional Counselor and the CEO of ICDL and Kathleen Platzman, PhD is a Psychologist, ICDL’s Clinical Director, and Expert DIR® Training Leader. Each presenter brings over 25 years of experience and knowledge. They will be joined by ICDL’s new Parent Advocate, D. Brown. The price for this class is only $10 U.S.
Wednesdays
MAY 3 – JUN 7
2017
8:30-10:00pm E.D.T.
NEW DIR COURSE FOR PARENTS offered by ICDL
Building Floortime Families – An Introduction to DIR® and DIR/Floortime® for Parents
This is an introductory course specifically designed for parents that provides an overview of DIR and DIR/Floortime. During the course, we will review the theory, research, and practice. Parents will gain an understanding of what Floortime is and why it works so well. We hope you can join us for this six week class. The price for this six week class is $80 U.S.
Wednesday
APR 26
2017
* 3 sessions *
FREE PARENT COURSE
Engaging and Respecting Autism: A Pathway to Understanding and Engaging a Child with Autism is a 90-minute LIVE ONLINE Introduction to DIR® and DIRFloortime®.
This presentation will explore how DIR® and DIRFloortime® can help families and professionals better engage, respect, and understand Autism. Jeffrey Guenzel, MA is a Professional Counselor and the CEO of ICDL and Kathleen Platzman, PhD is a Psychologist, ICDL’s Clinical Director, and Expert DIR® Training Leader. Each presenter brings over 25 years of experience and knowledge. They will be joined by ICDL’s new Parent Advocate, Daria Brown.
Wednesday
NOV 9
2016
7:00-9:00pm
Toronto
Parent Workshop Learn about the Developmental, Individual differences, Relationship-based (DIR®) model and Floortime. Presented by Ellen Yack & Associates with guest speaker D. Brown of Affect Autism. Registration required.
Tuesday
NOV 1
2016
7:00-9:00pm
Georgetown (Halton Hills)
Excel Strategic Learning Center and Affect Autism will present an information session about the services new to Georgetown: Tomatis and DIR/Floortime®. Learn about how each methodology works. Open to the public. Free admission. * THIS EVENT WILL BE BROADCAST LIVE AND REPLAY WILL BE AVAILABLE ON TWITTER USING PERISCOPE AT @affectautism *