Aha Connections
"Where One Connection Leads To Another"
Empowering neurodivergent children through relationship-based play
Welcome to Aha Connections—where connection and play lead the way.
We provide relationship-based services for neurodivergent children from birth to age six, rooted in the DIRFloortime® model. Our mission is to support each child’s development through a respectful, individualized approach that centers emotional connection, curiosity, and play.
Each session is designed around your child’s unique strengths, interests, and developmental needs. Instead of focusing on behavior or compliance, we nurture emotional regulation, social engagement, and meaningful, child-led interactions—helping children connect, grow, and flourish in their own time and way.
Explore our services below to learn how we support your child—and your family.
Services
Jennifer Deady
As an early childhood educator, an Advanced DIRFloortime® Provider, and an Advanced Certified Autism Specialist through IBCCES (Certification #18488), I have spent over 25 years supporting neurodivergent children. I am passionate about helping every child thrive and reach their full potential in a safe, nurturing, and trusting environment.
Using a child-centered, play-based approach, I guide children in developing social communication, emotional regulation, and meaningful relationships in ways that feel natural and enjoyable. I am committed to empowering children to grow, connect, and succeed, and I look forward to partnering with families on their child’s journey.
Aha Connections
Aha Connections provides developmentally tailored, relationship-focused services for neurodivergent children from birth to age 6. Using the DIRFloortime® methodology, each session is designed to honor the individuality of every child, incorporating their interests and strengths to guide them through joyful and meaningful interactions. Aha Connections is dedicated to fostering the emotional, social, and cognitive growth of children through the power of interactive play and relationships. Each child is seen as a unique individual, creating a safe, engaging, and supportive environment where they can thrive.
In addition to working directly with children, Aha Connections offers guidance and resources to parents and educators, empowering them to extend their child’s development at home and in school. Aha Connections also offers the RITA-T (Rapid Interactive Screening Test for Autism in Toddlers), a brief, play-based screening tool for children under 36 months that focuses on social communication, engagement, and interaction through guided, relational play. The RITA-T is not a diagnostic tool; rather, it provides supportive information that can help families better understand their child’s social-emotional development and consider next steps if needed.
At Aha Connections, every interaction is an opportunity to build meaningful connections and spark “aha” moments of learning and growth.
