Early Start Denver Model (ESDM) @ Superminds Therapy

​The Superminds ESDM therapy program is specialized for children ages 1 to 4 who have been diagnosed with Autism. The program is offered in home, daycare, or school across Simcoe County, Caledon, and York Region. Each child’s program is overseen by a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst® (BCBA®) who has introductory or advanced training in ESDM.SKILLS DEVELOPED Children entering the Superminds ESDM or ESDM-ABA blended program learn to connect, communicate and learn new skills. Due to the play-focused approach of ESDM, it is especially beneficial for children who have not had prior experience with therapy. There are four levels in the ESDM program, Level 1 (12 – 18 months), Level 2 (18 – 24 months), Level 3 (24 – 36 months) and Level 4 (36 – 48 months), and each level assesses the following developmental domains, expressive and receptive communication, social skills and joint attention, imitation, cognition, play skills, fine and gross motors skills and personal independence skills.