EMPOWER is a parent/caregiver-focused program designed to support young children’s development through direct coaching and guidance. Led by a multidisciplinary team of a Licensed Psychologist and a Speech-Language Pathologist specializing in early childhood, the program is tailored for families with children under age 5. EMPOWER offers live coaching sessions for parents and caregivers: in-office, virtually, or through a hybrid model. Grounded in strong research, the program targets key developmental areas such as communication, socialization, play, adaptive functioning, and emotional/behavioral regulation.
EMPOWER Intervention Program
Early Developmental Model of Parent-Oriented Web-Based or In-Office Live Coaching Services & Resources
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Initial Consultation
During the initial consultation session, the PPA coach meets with the parents/caregivers to review the child’s developmental history, current levels of functioning, and any concerns regarding the child’s development. The coach may also review any previous evaluations that have been completed. The coach works together with the family to create a treatment plan with individualized goals based on the child’s strengths and needs. This plan becomes the customized roadmap for coaching sessions.
Coaching
The EMPOWER intervention plan will include customized goals and strategies to improve:
- Communication
- Social/Play Skills
- Adaptive Skills (sleep, eating/feeding, toilet-training, etc.)
- Behavioral challenges (tantrums, biting, transitions, etc.)
During each weekly live session, parents/caregivers receive live coaching with their child to implement the strategies. After each module completion or 6 sessions have been completed, the child’s progress is re-assessed, and further recommendations are provided.
Program Structure & Fees
Sessions are offered in-office, virtually, or through a hybrid format:
- Initial Consultation Session (60 minutes)
- Live Coaching Sessions: Once weekly for 45 minutes
- To make adequate progress, parent engagement and active participation is necessary
- After completion of each module or 6 coaching sessions, your coach will review progress and make any further recommendations
- Fees range from $160 to $300 depending on provider
Meet our EMPOWER Facilitators
If you have concerns regarding your young child’s development and/or believe your child may benefit from early stimulation/intervention in any key developmental areas (communication, socialization, play, self-help/adaptive skills, emotional/behavioral regulation), please contact us to learn more about our EMPOWER Program.
Please note that the EMPOWER screening process does not constitute a diagnostic assessment for Autism Spectrum Disorders. If you are interested in a diagnostic evaluation of your young child, please inquire about our Multi-Disciplinary Developmental Clinic and/or WEEI-ASD Evaluations.
