The Tree House International

20/09/2026

Turning Theory into Practice

Staff development and supervision are something we deeply value at The Tree House International.

As part of our ongoing professional development, Mahesha, an IBA candidate, recently led a supervision session focused on connecting theory with everyday practice. Staff were presented with real scenarios and asked to identify the relevant behavioural principles, explain why they applied, and consider how they should guide practice.

This approach to learning helps ensure that our team does not simply know the theory, but can recognise, apply and explain it systematically in real situations.

Because quality practice begins with professionals who continue to learn, reflect and develop.

19/09/2026

𝐓𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐤 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞

We are pleased that The Tree House International was invited to participate in an autism conference in France today, presenting the Merak model of autism awareness to an international audience.

The presentation explored a central question behind The Merak Charity: How do we take autism awareness beyond those who already engage with autism and reach audiences who may never attend a traditional awareness event?

Through community participation, art, environmental action, institutional partnerships and our Guinness World Record initiative, Merak 2026 was designed to bring autism awareness into everyday community spaces.

It is encouraging to see this Sri Lankan initiative gaining international interest, including its recent publication by the Psychological Society of Ireland, and now being shared with an audience in France.

We hope these conversations contribute to new ways of thinking about how autism awareness can reach further and include more people.

17/09/2026

🌟 Employee of the Month – Empathy, Dignity & Integrity 🌟

This month, we proudly celebrate a team member who truly exemplifies the values of Empathy, Dignity & Integrity through their compassion, respect, and commitment to ethical practice.

They consistently demonstrate genuine care and understanding, treat every student with dignity and respect, and uphold the RBT/IBT Code of Ethics and the Tree House Handbook in their daily work. Their professionalism, respect for confidentiality, and thoughtful interactions help create a safe, supportive, and respectful environment for both students and colleagues.

Congratulations, Revathipriya Sasthikumar, on being our Employee of the Month! 👏✨

Thank you for reminding us that empathy, dignity, and integrity are at the heart of everything we do and make a meaningful difference every day. 💙

16/09/2026

𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐀𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐦 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐄𝐧𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥
Living Magazine recently spoke with our Director, Dr Anton James, about why autism awareness should not be limited to April.

Drawing on his own lived experience as a neurodivergent person, alongside his professional experience working with autistic children and families, Dr Anton shared why these conversations need to continue throughout the year.

Greater awareness can lead to earlier recognition, better understanding, and earlier access to appropriate support and intervention.

Thank you to Living Magazine for giving space to a conversation that matters throughout the year.

14/09/2026

𝐀𝐫𝐭 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐚 𝐏𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞

One of the most meaningful parts of Merak 2026 is seeing our sensory boards begin a life beyond the Guinness World Record.

This uniquely created sensory board, designed by artist Sivaa Artists A. Punithamalar (Member of CANVAS ART GROUP), was donated by The Tree House International and our charity wing, Merak, to the I See You Infinite Foundation for auction at their fundraising gala.

Each Merak sensory board is unique. Created as a piece of sensory art, it tells its own story while carrying a lasting message of autism awareness and inclusion.

We hope to see more of these artistic sensory boards finding permanent homes in organisations, offices, public spaces and private homes. Each represents a unique piece of the legacy of Sri Lanka’s historic Guinness World Record achievement, while continuing conversations about autism awareness and inclusion.

For this particular board, that journey has an additional purpose, helping another charitable organisation raise funds for its work.

13/09/2026

𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐁𝐞𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬

Today, our Director, Dr Anton James, delivered training to special needs teachers from the Maldives as part of a capacity building initiative for professionals supporting children with special needs.

Drawing on his extensive international experience and qualifications in psychology, behaviour analysis and inclusive education, Dr Anton is particularly passionate about bridging the gap between theory and what professionals can actually apply in their classrooms.

It was therefore especially meaningful to see one theme consistently reflected in the teachers’ written feedback:

“Practical examples which can be applied in the school.”

At The Tree House International, our commitment to building professional capacity extends beyond Sri Lanka, supporting professionals who work with children with special needs across borders.

12/09/2026

Behaviour therapist training!
Registration closes in 6 days.
This is your last chance to register as there will be no behaviour therapist training next year.

Register now! https://www.thetreehouseinternational.com/application-ibt WhatsApp Desiree at 0714004153 for more information.

10/09/2026

𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐊𝐈𝐔 𝐏𝐬𝐲𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬

Considering a career in Behaviour Therapy?

Join Sri Lanka’s only pre approved Behaviour Therapist training curriculum, taught by a Subject Matter Expert in Behaviour Therapy and recognised by the International Behavior Analysis Organization (IBAO).

KIU 𝐏𝐬𝐲𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐋𝐊𝐑 𝟑𝟎,𝟎𝟎𝟎 𝐨𝐟𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞 𝐟𝐞𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬.

Registration and more information:
www.thetreehouseinternational.com/btt-training

For questions only: WhatsApp Desiree at +94 71 400 4153.

𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐞: 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐬 𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐛𝐞 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐞𝐱𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬.

International behaviour therapist IBT training Sri Lanka

08/09/2026

From Notes to Feedback

Our new term started with Continuing Professional Development focused on system development, led by our Clinical Coordinator, Sharmaine Buscato.

We discussed the importance of writing observational session notes rather than interpretations, and how these notes become the foundation for clear, effective parental feedback in nontechnical language, in accordance with the ethical requirements of Behaviour Therapist certification bodies.

Staff then worked in small groups to practise writing skills based notes and delivering parental feedback.