About LEGO®-Based therapy

LEGO®-Based Therapy is an evidence-informed, play-based, social communication program, developed by Daniel LeGoff in the early 2000’s. It is a child lead, gentle way of helping develop social communication skills whilst still being true to the individual’s neurotype.

LEGO®-Based Therapy is a strengths-based program that works by teaching the participant observation and adaptability skills rather than rote language or a checklist of social information. The participants learn to look to each other for information, support and build relationships in a safe and respectful environment.

LEGO®-Based Therapy doesn’t aim to make the autistic child communicate more typically, but, instead, it gives them the tools they need to adapt how they communicate. It is designed to be fun, create connections, and improve relationships.

LEGO®-Based therapy is an evidence-based approach that aims to develop children’s knowledge about themselves and the world around them. Lego therapy has been shown to build capacity around sharing their feelings, communicating to others, and regulating their emotions and behavior in a calming environment, while utilising the benefits of play.

Options

Group: This is the traditional way of delivering LEGO®-Based therapy. It involves 3 participants working together to complete short builds. This delivery option is good for kids that have some communication (either verbal or AAC) and can maintain attention for 10+minutes at a time. The price includes and intake and exit meeting.
Individual: These 1 on 1 sessions use LEGO®-Based therapy methods to help build the skills a person needs to be in the group-based program
Family: This is a great option for a family of LEGO® lovers. It includes components of parent training to help parents support their child’s independent communication as well as their relationships.

What are the benefits to LEGO®-Based Therapy and playing with LEGO®?

LEGO®-Based Therapy has been shown to: