Developmental Therapy Through Play.
Rooted in Play, Connection, & Science
Supporting children and families across Los Angeles
Founded by Dr. Natalie Maddison, PhD
Developmental Psychologist • DIR® Expert Practitioner & Training Leader
18+ years supporting children and families through developmental therapy, parent coaching, and relationship-based practice.
We Help Children Who…
Struggle with communication, social connection, or emotional regulation
Have autism, ADHD, sensory differences, or developmental delays
Need support with flexibility, confidence, and everyday participation
Contact us to learn how we can support your child’s development through play.
Why Families Choose Us
We believe behavior is meaningful communication. Rather than focusing only on managing behaviours, we work to understand the developmental, sensory, emotional, and relational factors underneath them.
Quick Highlights
✓ DIR® Expert-led practice
✓ Individualized support plans
✓ Collaboration across home, school, and community
✓ Relationship-Based Developmental Approach
Areas We Support
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Emotional Regulation
Helping children manage frustration, transitions, anxiety, and big emotions while building confidence and resilience.
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Communication
Supporting language development, social communication, and meaningful back-and-forth interactions with others.
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Social Relationships
Building friendships, cooperation, perspective taking, and the skills needed to participate successfully with peers.
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Flexible Thinking
Helping children adapt to change, solve problems, tolerate challenges, and consider new ideas.
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Attention & Executive Functioning
Supporting focus, organisation, planning, self-monitoring, and independence across everyday activities.
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Independence & Adaptive Skills
Building practical life skills that support success at home, school, and within the community.