What we Offer
Autism Routemap provides training in social, communication and emotional regulation skills for children and adults who have difficulty understanding and acquiring social skills.
Who we work with
Children and Adults of all ages with social communication difficulties
Many of our clients have a diagnosis of autism / ASD (Autistic Spectrum Disorder) or Social Communication Disorder but support is also available to those without a diagnosis who would like help.
We see school-aged children and teens in school, clinic or home, depending on parental preferences. We provide one to one sessions as well as group sessions which help to facilitate practise of the skills being learned.
For pre-school children, we work with parents and / or nursery staff to set communication programs and empower the adults to teach social communication skills daily. This is more effective with the pre-school age group who learn from familiar adults and in shorter more regular sessions.
Adults can be seen at clinic, home or via skype / FaceTime.
How the process works
An initial assessment will determine the appropriate starting place for intervention. Social skills are taught with supporting visual material, games and role play to facilitate the learning experience. Explanations are given to ensure understanding which further aids the learning process. Although we believe that it is appropriate to teach social skills, we also believe that the environment is a significant factor for the well-being of the individual. To this end, we work with parents, school staff and employers to promote understanding and tolerance and to share knowledge about relevant support measures that would be of help to the individual with difficulty.
The number of sessions offered varies according to individual needs. We will give you an estimate after the initial assessment. You can, however, terminate therapeutic interventions at any point.
Other Services
- Training for school staff, parents and employers
- Supervision for Speech and Language Therapists in ASD
