ASI Therapy was developed by Dr. A. Jean Ayres. It is an evidence-based practice originally designed for children with learning and behavioural difficulties, now widely used for individuals with autism and various disabilities. ASI is trademarked to distinguish its core principles from other sensory-based approaches, ensuring qualified therapists provide interventions that meet ASI criteria. ASI aims to change neurophysiological processing of sensation.

Classic ASI therapy takes place in a specialised therapy room with sensory equipment that provides tactile, visual, proprioceptive, and vestibular opportunities in a structured manner. Children learn while having fun exploring the environment we create.

We will assess each child’s individual sensory profile and work with them (and their parents) to identify tailored sensory strategies to use in their natural environment (home and/or school) with the aim to effect self-regulation, attention and behavioural organisation.

We recommend whole class/school strategies and create sensory circuits designed to meet your child's individual needs in an inclusive way. But their effectiveness is only as good as the people trained to deliver them, so we train school staff too.  

We are experienced in several different sensory programmes that we draw on to structure this learning, and they are chosen and adapted specifically for each child.

These are sound-based approaches used in sensory integration therapy to improve sensory processing and enhance daily functioning. The auditory system, deeply connected to the brain and body, plays a crucial role in how we process sensory information, affecting behaviour and overall physiology.

We listen and direct attention to sounds in the environment through our whole bodies, not just our ears. Neurologically the auditory system is connected to all levels of the brain. Sound-based tools can produce immediate changes in performance. We are trained and experienced in their use.

Building Underdeveloped Sensorimotor Systems (BUSS®) is an approach designed to support children whose early development has been disrupted by factors like illness, prematurity, neglect, or abuse. It complements existing therapies by emphasizing the importance of bodily regulation for emotional regulation, relationships, and learning.

Early sensorimotor development begins in utero and continues through nurturing touch and movement. Disruptions in this process can lead to coordination difficulties, sensory sensitivities, and challenges with tasks like writing or eating. BUSS® helps children improve their sensorimotor systems, enabling better access to other therapies, such as psychological interventions.

Sensory Attachment Therapy (SAI), developed by Éadaoin Bhreathnach, draws from principles from Jean Ayres' work in Sensory Integration (SI) and theories of childhood trauma and attachment (including the polyvagal theory by Dr. Stephen Porges that helps us understand the body's fight/flight/freeze/collapse and social engagement systems).

SAI aims to help children co-regulate with their caregivers by actively engaging both in sessions that may be recorded for video feedback. The focus is on fostering shared joy and pleasure between the child and caregiver, supporting emotional and sensory regulation.

A small group format (of 2 to 4 children) is important to the success of some therapy. We will group children according to their abilities and group them with children that will help them grow in confidence and enjoyment of handwriting.

Children can model, encourage and support each other to learn. We use a sensory motor approach and play to teach and develop your child’s pre-writing and handwriting skills.