Therapy for Social and Emotional Learning
We help children regulate their bodies and emotions and develop communication through play and movement that is supported by research.
Before autistic children are ready for structured academic learning, they need a strong foundation in social and emotional development. This includes skills like emotional regulation, engagement, communication, and the ability to connect with others, all of which are essential for success in a classroom setting.
At Bloom, our philosophy is that children should learn, not be trained. We prioritize natural, relationship based learning through social interaction rather than rigid drills or compliance focused methods. We believe development happens best when children feel safe, understood, and emotionally connected.
Research in early autism intervention consistently shows that children make the greatest progress when therapy is relationship based and developmentally appropriate. In the earliest stages of development, learning happens through connection, play, and emotionally meaningful interaction, not through repetition or forced performance.
Our approach is designed to support this kind of growth from the very beginning, building the emotional and relational foundation children need before higher level learning can truly take place.
Why Social-Emotional Learning Comes First
What Our Families Are Saying
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“I'm not sure where we'd be today without the knowledge and guidance we've received through our sessions with Ashley...Not only has my child received help, but I have as well."
Lori Jordan
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“Ashley is amazing inside and out! She has been a part of my son's life since he was 2 years old and has been a huge part of his overall growth and continued developmental progression”
Heather Sardelich
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“Our child came for the summer program, but our family can truly see itself connecting permanently with Bloom Developmental Center as we continue to help our son thrive.”
Ivy Martinez
Our Therapy Approach
At Bloom Developmental Center, our approach is built on one core belief: children grow best through relationships. That is why we do not treat therapy as something that happens only between a therapist and a child. We involve the whole family. We partner closely with parents, listen to their emotional and family needs, and teach them how to support their child’s development at home so progress continues beyond the therapy room.
We use a Floortime based, relationship driven approach that focuses on strengthening your child’s brain and building new neural pathways through meaningful social interaction. Our goal is not to train behaviors, but to help your child learn, think, and connect. Through play and movement, we support regulation, communication, and social development in a way that feels natural and motivating for your child.
Consistency is a key part of our model. Because Bloom is a family owned practice, your child and your family work with the same passionate therapist over time. Our therapy environment is intentionally designed for ongoing play based interaction that promotes communication and learning without overwhelming or boring your child.
What truly sets us apart is our commitment to families. We do not just work with children, we walk alongside parents. We guide you in how to interact with your child in everyday moments so development happens during meals, play, routines, and real life experiences.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Unfortunately, the therapy approach that we use is not covered by insurance in the state of Texas.
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We do not provide autism diagnosis
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No! Although the therapy approaches we use are proven beneficial for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, ADD/ADHD, and ODD, we do not enroll children based on diagnosis.
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No, this is not ABA. Our approach is relationship-based and focused on social-emotional development. Instead of using repetition or rewards to teach behaviors, we support your child’s growth through play, connection, and emotionally meaningful interactions.