Since 2001, the Astra Center for Neurodiverse Development has created training opportunities for par
We offer training and support for parents and caregivers, early intervention professionals, teachers, mental health practitioners, occupational therapists, speech therapists, and others. We believe that in order to work effectively with children, we must know them well through warm, nurturing relationships. We must understand their specific developmental needs and we must have a deep respect for i
10/30/2025
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Puzzle Pieces - Connection First: A Relationship-Based Approach to Supporting Development What is DIRFloortime? Join us for a FREE Parent Information Session led by our DIRFloortime® experts! DIR (Developmental, Individual-differences, Relationship-based) Floortime is an evidence-based model that helps parents and caregivers suppor...
10/18/2025
Parent Course 1: Introduction to Floortime® for Parents - Online
Parent Course 1: Introduction to Floortime® for Parents - Online January 14, 2026 - March 25, 2026 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
07/09/2025
Join us at Parent Course 1: Introduction to Floortime® for Parents - Online https://wix.to/8DKSj4E
07/09/2025
Home | The Astra Foundation Through its two centers, The Astra Foundation helps practitioners who work with children in schools, therapeutic settings, and homes to build meaningful and authentic relationships with young people so that they can discover their passions and develop the skills and knowledge to become their best se
07/07/2025
Last Chance - Parent Course 2: Floortime Follow Up for Parents Online
Parent Course 2: Floortime Follow Up for Parents Online You are invited to join this group of like-minded parents and to extend your use of Floortime.
05/28/2025
DIR 202 - The Functional Emotional Assessment Scale and Reflective Supervision in DIR®/Floortime Fall 2025 | Astra Foundation This course is designed for students who have a basic understanding of the theoretical foundations of the DIR® model and who also have basic skill and knowledge of Floortime techniques.
05/28/2025
DIR 201 - Essential Floortime Skills for DIR®/Floortime Practitioners Fall 2025 | Astra Foundation This course is designed for students who have a basic understanding of the theoretical foundations of the DIR® model and who wish to do effective Floortime with children with special needs. Strategic and finely-tuned Floortime requires the ability to view the child within the context of a larger D
12/23/2024
Parent Course 1: Introduction to Floortime® for Parents - Online
Parent Course 1: Introduction to Floortime® for Parents - Online The Astra Foundation is pleased to offer the workshop, Floortime for Parents. You will learn how to play with your child to better support his/her development and emotional growth.
12/05/2024
DIR 101 - Introduction to DIR®/Floortime for Professionals Spring 2025
DIR 101 - Introduction to DIR®/Floortime for Professionals Spring 2025 January 13, 2025 - April 14, 2025 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM no class on 1/20 & 2/17
08/12/2024
Parent Course 1: Introduction to Floortime® for Parents - Online
Parent Course 1: Introduction to Floortime® for Parents - Online A great resource for parents, learn about Floortime online from the comfort or your home. Six Wednesdays with two individualized video consultations dates TBD.
08/12/2024
Parent Course 2: Floortime Follow Up for Parents Online
Parent Course 2: Floortime Follow Up for Parents Online You are invited to join this group of like-minded parents and to extend your use of Floortime. Must have taken Parent Class One in order to sign up for this class.
06/17/2024
3rd course in a series - must have taken Intro and Course 201 to sign up.
DIR 202 - The Functional Emotional Assessment Scale and Reflective Supervision in DIR®/Floortime Fall 2024 September 9, 2024 - December 16, 2024 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM no class on 10/14, 11/11, 11/25