Professionals Who Specialize in Floortime Therapy (DIR/Floortime)

Ella Khanimov, LMSW

Ella Khanimov, LMSW

Therapists, Licensed Master Social Work

  • Remote only
  • $100 - $150

Ella Khanimov, LMSW, uses CBT, ACT, and more to support her clients with emotional regulation, relationships, coping skills, and life transitions and challenges.

"My approach to therapy is client-centered and rooted in empathy, authenticity, and collaboration. I believe that therapy should be a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel seen, heard, understood, and valued. I work alongside my clients to explore …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 👂 Listener
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 💭 Open minded
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Nechama Woitovich, MSED, DIR-A

Nechama Woitovich, MSED, DIR-A

Therapists, DIR/Floortime Therapist

  • In-office Highland Park
  • $300
  • 1 review

Nechama Woitovich is a Floortime therapist helping children and teens build emotional, social, and play skills through parent-supported, strength-based therapy.

"My approach to therapy is strength-based, focusing on each child’s abilities and potential. We use activities that are exciting and engaging, which helps children learn skills more deeply and more quickly. I empower parents to form meaningful, connected …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 💡 Solution-oriented
  • 🙌 Affirming
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Ahuva Blatter, LPCC

Ahuva Blatter, LPCC

Therapists, Licensed Professional Counselor

  • In-office Cleveland Heights
  • $130
  • Insurance
  • 5 reviews

Ahuva Blatter, LPCC, uses attachment-based therapy, CBT, EMDR, & play therapy to help children & families navigate anxiety, ADHD, trauma, & emotional regulation.

"My approach to counseling is collaborative, relational, and attachment- and trauma-focused. I believe meaningful change develops through a safe, trusting connection where clients feel genuinely understood and supported. I work alongside clients and families, building on their strengths …

  • 🎯 Direct
  • 💙 Warm
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Aviva Lazarus, DPT

Aviva Lazarus, DPT

DIR Floortime® Therapist, Relationship & Life Coach

  • $150 - $500
  • 1 review

Aviva Lazarus, DPT, supports children & families with ADHD, autism, emotion regulation, & parenting challenges using DIR/Floortime therapy, mindfulness, & coaching.

"My approach to therapy, coaching, and counseling is centered around connection, empathy, and seeing each person as a whole. I believe that meaningful and lasting growth happens when people feel safe enough to be themselves, understood without judgment, …

  • 💙 Warm
  • 😃 Humorous
  • 👂 Listener
  • 🙌 Affirming
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More Professionals Who Specialize in Floortime Therapy (DIR/Floortime)
Understanding Floortime Therapy: Floortime Therapy, also known as DIR/Floortime, is a developmental, relationship-based approach that focuses on building emotional and social capacities through meaningful interaction. It emphasizes meeting individuals where they are developmentally and engaging with them in ways that feel natural, playful, and responsive. Therapists use connection and curiosity to support growth in emotional regulation, communication, and engagement. Application and Scope of Floortime Therapy: Floortime is commonly used with children and families, particularly in supporting developmental differences such as autism, sensory processing challenges, and social or emotional delays. The approach prioritizes strengthening relationships and fostering emotional development rather than focusing solely on specific behaviors or skills. Floortime can also support parents and caregivers in understanding their child’s inner world and building more attuned, connected relationships. What to Expect in Floortime Sessions: In Floortime sessions, therapy often takes place through guided play and interaction, following the child’s interests while gently encouraging emotional and relational growth. Therapists observe, join, and expand interactions to support communication, problem-solving, and emotional expression. Sessions are collaborative and often include caregivers, helping them learn strategies to continue building connection and development outside of therapy.

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