Counselling for child behaviour in Dehli

Early Intervention The International Centre for Children and Families offers multiple services and training programmes for children in the age group 0-4 years, for those who are either diagnosed with a developmental, neurological disability or are at risk for developmental delays due to pre or postnatal trauma. The programme is focused on parent education and empowerment and the centre works as a demonstration centre for appropriate and timely interventions for children at risk. The centre works in collaboration with parents and families to minimise risk and optimise the child s potential by intervening from infancy onwards. The programme aims to work in collaboration with parents to increase awareness and knowledge of the developmental milestones and to help bridge gaps through early stimulation and therapy for children at risk of developmental delay due to either congenital anomalies or pre and postnatal trauma. Speech and Language Therapy Communication skills are crucial for intellectual, educational, social and emotional development. The Speech and Language Pathologist works with children who have problems with understanding and expressing themselves and using communication to socialise appropriately. The therapist also works with children who have difficulty with eating, drinking and/or swallowing. Reasons for Counselling Some people seek out counselling when the emotional discomfort becomes too overwhelming. Others are required to attend counselling because of family, work, or school pressure. No matter the reason, ICCF can help. We provide caring and supportive services to help children and families going through difficult times, by assisting them with the skills needed to make positive lifestyle changes and achieve children and parents goals. ICCF also offers support to school personnel in addressing and managing challenging behaviors. We also provide counseling for family crises. Our aim is to strengthen school, family, and community partnerships to improve the outcomes for youth with emotional and mental health needs. The Early Intervention and Stimulation Programme at the centre aims to support: Children born with pre or postnatal trauma or who show signs of early developmental delays Children who have special needs (such as Down s Syndrome / other chromosomal disorders) at pre-school age. Children who have special needs and who have not found a place in a regular school yet, e.g. children on the Autism Spectrum Disorder, Language and Speech Disorders, children with Cerebral Palsy, Sensory Processing Disorders, children diagnosed with Global Delays. Children who are attending playschools but who may not have the special individualised input in the form of early stimulation/therapies that are focused on bridging the gaps. The multi-disciplinary team of special educators,Counselling for child behaviour, speech & language therapists and occupational therapists will work in close partnership with the parents.. EI&SP works along with families to: Identify gaps in the developmental milestones, if any Develop an Individualized Early Intervention Plan (IEIP) Provide expertise and tools to support the plan Assess the child s progress regularly Formulate new goals based on the child s progress.