Profectum’s Kassie Allison takes listeners on a journey to explore the transformative world of development through the lens of the DIR® model. Together, we will unpack key insights, share practical strategies, and dive into the latest research, all while keeping the focus on fostering connection, growth, and potential for individuals and families. Profectum Foundation is the premiere DIR® model training and education organization.
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Profectum’s Kassie Allison takes listeners on a journey to explore the transformative world of development through the lens of the DIR® model. Together, we will unpack key insights, share practical strategies, and dive into the latest research, all while keeping the focus on fostering connection, growth, and potential for individuals and families. Profectum Foundation is the premiere DIR® model training and education organization.
Episode 3: Holding Onto Hope with Dr. Ricki Robinson - Part 1
Tuning In to Development
32 minutes 37 seconds
7 months ago
Episode 3: Holding Onto Hope with Dr. Ricki Robinson - Part 1
In this episode of Tuning In to Development, host Kassie Allison has a conversation with Dr. Ricki Robinson, a pediatrician with over 51 years of experience. Dr. Robinson shares her inspiring journey in developmental medicine, emphasizing the crucial role of hope in autism treatment. She reflects on discovering the DIR model through Drs. Stanley Greenspan and Serena Wieder in the 1990s, a time when autism was considered untreatable. Drawing from her background in medicine—where she witnessed groundbreaking advancements like the dramatic improvement in leukemia survival rates—Dr. Robinson discusses her comprehensive approach to autism diagnosis and care. She highlights the importance of building trust with families while fostering hope. Tune in for an enlightening conversation on the power of persistence, innovation, and compassion in developmental medicine.
Tuning In to Development
Profectum’s Kassie Allison takes listeners on a journey to explore the transformative world of development through the lens of the DIR® model. Together, we will unpack key insights, share practical strategies, and dive into the latest research, all while keeping the focus on fostering connection, growth, and potential for individuals and families. Profectum Foundation is the premiere DIR® model training and education organization.
