Workshops & Events
Professional learning and parent education that’s relational, practical, and neurodiversity-affirming.
At Integrate OT, we offer workshops and events designed to support families, educators, and allied health professionals in understanding and applying the DIRFloortime® model and neuro-affirming therapy practices.
Whether you’re new to DIR or looking to deepen your developmental lens, our trainings combine hands-on strategies with a strong focus on connection, regulation, and capacity-building.
👉 All events are suitable for professionals working with neurodivergent children, including OTs, speech therapists, educators, and parents.
Upccoming Events
Sydney DIR 101 (ICDL certified 2 day course)
Date: 28th- 29th March 2025
Time: 8:45 AM – 4:30 PM
Facilitator: Louisa Hunter, DIRFloortime® Expert Trainer
Location: Harbord Diggers. Freshwater – Northern Beaches, Sydney
Cost: $495 (includes workbook + light catering)
Led by Louisa, a registered DIRFloortime® training leader through the Interdisciplinary Council on Development and Learning (ICDL), this introductory course is ideal for parents, educators, and allied health professionals looking to build a strong foundation in the DIR-Floortime® approach.
In this comprehensive, ICDL-registered course, participants will explore:
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The 6 developmental capacities in children, and how to nurture growth.
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Identifying individual strengths and differences, including sensory processing profiles
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Relationship-based principles at the heart of DIR-Floortime®
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Learn how to use relationship focused, neuroaffirmiung strategies in everyday interactions- Home, school or therapy.
Participants will gain the knowledge and confidence to begin applying the core principles of DIR-Floortime® immediately—and earn their ICDL certification in DIR 101.
DIR 101 – Orange NSW(In-Person 2 day Workshop)
Date: 7th – 8th March 2026
Time: 8:45 AM – 4:30 PM
Facilitator: Louisa Hunter, DIRFloortime® Expert Trainer
Location: Canobolas Kids Health. Orange NSW, Australia
This two-day, interactive workshop offers a strong foundation in the DIR Floortime® framework. It is ideal for OTs, speech pathologists, psychologists, educators, and parents seeking a neurodiversity-affirming approach. Led by Louisa Hunter a passionate OT of 20 + years and registered DIRFloortime® training leader through the Interdisciplinary Council on Development and Learning (ICDL),
Throughout the course, participants will explore:
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The developmental capacities in children and how to foster their growth
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Individual differences, including sensory processing profiles
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The relationship-based principles that underpin the DIR-Floortime® model
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Practical strategies for using Floortime techniques in everyday interactions
This ICDL-registered course provides a comprehensive overview of DIR-Floortime®, giving participants the knowledge and confidence to begin applying its core principles immediately.
To enquire about in-house training options, please contact us directly.
Who is this for?
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OTs, Speechies, Psychologists, Educators, Parents / Caregivers & Support staff
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No prior experience needed
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Ideal for those supporting neurodivergent children & families
Grounded in relationship, play, regulation, and connection
Nature-based Homeschool Social Group
Runs on Mondays from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM during Term 2. We are now accepting referrals. Please contact Louisa Hunter at louisa@integrateot.com.au or express your interest by completing the referral form.
“There is no greater feeling than that of connection.”
Dr. Stanley Greenspan (1941–2010), founder of DIRFloortime®
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