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Lost in the maze of Autism Early Intervention?
This free checklist is your new guide!
Our Essential Autism Early Intervention Checklist gives you the clarity and confidence to navigate your child’s support system with ease. No more confusion.
Why we Developed the Checklist
Hi, my name is Sam Gourley (OT)
As a paediatric Occupational Therapist with over a decade of experience in Early Intervention, and a father of neuro-diverse children, I understand your journey!
You're trying to help your child reach their milestones, but it feels like you're not making progress.
You're worried about missing the crucial early years when intervention is most effective.
You might think, "Maybe I should just accept things as they are." But you know that's not a solution. It's giving up, and you will never do that.
But what if there's a way to make things better?
For this reason, I developed The Essential Autism Early Intervention Checklist.
It's a 13-step tool that can change everything. It's your guide to helping your child, as you are empowered to be their greatest advocate and intervention partner.
Incorporating data from:
National Guidelines for Best-Practice in Early Childhood Intervention (ECIA)
National Guideline for Supporting Autistic Children Guideline (Autism CRC)
Years of Hands-On Expert Clinical Experience
About the Checklist
What You'll Gain
The ultimate guide for families navigating Early Intervention.
With the Essential Autism Early Intervention Checklist, you will::
Understand the 13 evidence-based steps to maximise your child’s progress
Learn how to evaluate your child’s current supports and identify areas for improvement.
Build confidence in advocating for your child and their unique needs.
Developed using National Guidelines researched and endorsed by
BONUS Resource
Tired of intervention that doesn't deliver?
Or maybe just feeling like there might be some gaps in your child's intervention program?
The early intervention period is too precious to waste. Its time we can't get back.
Get clarity using our specially designed Audit Tool which we have added as a bonus resource. This extra tool is designed to work with the checklist to help you evaluate your current supports.
Rate your supports based on 26 different Early Intervention criteria.
Understand which of the criteria should be considered non-negotiable.
Know what areas to advocate for and what needs refining
We specialise in empowering children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) aged 12-months to 6 years on the Sunshine Coast to reach their full potential, using proven, research-backed approaches including the Early Start Denver Model (ESDM) and Project ImPACT (Parent Training). We offer personalised, play-based interventions that foster communication, social skills, and independence. Our service prides itself on providing:
Evidence-based programs tailored to your child’s unique needs.
Family-centred support empowering parents every step of the way.
Proven results unlocking potential through early intervention success.
Free Early Intervention Strategy Calls for Sunshine Coast and North Brisbane Parents.
ABOUT the ESDM
What researchers are saying about the ESDM approach
"They look like they are just playing"
"There’s something very special about strategies such as ESDM, because they are incorporated into the child’s routine, the things the child is already doing. The intervention is embedded so deeply in everyday activities that often observers will say, ‘They just look like they’re playing.’"
Dr Sarah Dufeck
Psychologist and Behaviour Analyst
MIND Institute
University of California
"After 12 months, the proportion of verbal children was 90%"
"...those receiving ESDM showed significantly higher gains in language and cognition... At the beginning of the program, only 40% percent of the children in the ESDM program had language – after 12 months, the proportion of verbal children was 90%
Dr Giacomo Vivanti
Olga Tennison Autism Reasearch Centre
LaTrobe University
"Toddlers receiving ESDM intervention show remarkable gains..."
“Randomised controlled trials have demonstrated that toddlers receiving ESDM intervention show remarkable gains in IQ, adaptive behaviour, and communication skills, outpacing children who receive standard care.”
Dr Geraldine Dawson (et al)
Duke Centre for Autism and Brain Development
Duke University
ABOUT Kindred Kids
What parents say about Kindred Kids Early Intervention
"Kindred Kids has been a game-changer for our family!"
“Before we started with Kindred Kids, I felt overwhelmed and unsure about how to help my son Ben find his voice. I had been with an OT and Speechie and we hadn't made any real progress for months. Once I started at Kindred, the team didn’t just support Ben—they empowered me as a parent and helped me become part of the program. I learned how to use everyday routines to foster his growth. Seeing Ben confidently say his first words and start to engage with his peers in the ESDM group has been nothing short of amazing. Kindred Kids has been a game-changer for our family!”"
Samantha
Parent of Ben aged 3
(ASD Level 3)
"I never thought we would see him happily playing alongside other kids, but here we are!"
“When we first received Noah’s autism diagnosis, we felt lost. We knew early intervention was important, but we had no idea where to start. From the very first session, the team made us feel supported and heard. They helped us understand Noah’s unique strengths and needs, and their strategies have been so easy to incorporate into our everyday life.
Noah has made incredible progress—not just in his communication, but in his confidence too. I never thought I’d see him happily playing alongside other kids, but here we are! ”
Rebecca
Parent of Noah aged 4
(ASD Level 2)
"They gave our whole family hope and direction."
“Choosing Kindred Kids for our son, Oliver, was the best decision we’ve made on this journey... Erin's expertise and warmth immediately put us at ease. They made sure we felt included every step of the way, equipping us with strategies we could use at home.
We’ve seen a huge difference in Oliver’s confidence and ability to communicate with us. Kindred Kids didn’t just help our son—they gave our whole family hope and direction.”
James and Emily
Parents of Oliver aged 2
(ASD Level 3)
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