Relate & Grow

Relate & Grow provides Developmental, Individualized and Relationship-based (DIR) services to help c Relate & Grow was founded by Monica Quezada Lott and J.

Relate & Grow provides developmental intervention services, educational consultation and professional development training that aids families and other caregivers, such as schools and daycare providers, in helping children reach their potential. Our services are based on the DIR (Developmental Individualized and Relationship-based) model of Dr. Stanley Greenspan and the PLAY Project Intervention model developed by Dr. Richard Solomon. These evidence-based intensive intervention services have been shown to be effective for children with autism and other developmental differences. Edward Lott in 2008 as a division of Pro Health Care Services. At that time, it was the only program offering DIR and PLAY Project services in Franklin County. In 2015, under Monica's leadership, Relate & Grow became its own separate entity, a change that allowed the program to accept more participants, expand services in new directions and to collaborate with other organizations with similar missions. Relate & Grow is licensed by The PLAY Project. Monica holds a M.S. in education, and completed additional coursework and training that led her to become a Certified PLAY Project Consultant, Supervisor and Trainer; a Training Leader and Expert DIR/Floortime Provider, and a Profectum Trainer. In addition to her role as Owner and Program Director of Relate & Grow, Monica supervises and mentors other DIR and PLAY Project trainees, has provided training at a national and international level through ICDL (The Interdisciplinary Council on Development and Learning) and through the PLAY Project organization; and has served as a PLAY Project Supervisor of new trainees through the PLAY Project national organization as well as for the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD).

12/02/2025

Still thinking about joining both You & Me=We winter groups? Register for both sessions by December 18 and receive $35 off your total!

Our winter groups at We Rock the Spectrum’s sensory gym are a great way to counteract cabin fever during the cold winter months while also building skills with support from our therapists!

Click the link below for more information & registration.

https://sites.google.com/relateandgrow.com/groups/you-mewe

Questions? Contact us at info@relateandgrow.com or 614-989-9461

11/14/2025

11/06/2025

Join us for The PLAY Project's Two-Day Livestreamed Intensive Workshop, led by Dr. Richard Solomon!

*December 11–12 | 9 a.m.–4 p.m. ET
*CEUs available | Open to parents and professionals

This interactive workshop is a deep dive into The PLAY Project approach—helping parents and professionals build joyful, meaningful connections with children through play.

Click here to register today! https://playproject.org/event/two-day-livestream-intensive-workshop/

10/29/2025

🌟 We’re Hiring PLAY Tutors / Instructional Assistants! 🌟

Are you playful, energetic, and passionate about helping children grow and connect through meaningful play? Join Relate & Grow and make a difference in the lives of children with autism and other developmental needs across Central Ohio. 💙

Our PLAY Tutors work one-on-one with children, providing fun, play-based intervention using The PLAY Project and DIR Floortime approaches. You’ll receive hands-on training, ongoing supervision, and valuable experience in child development and relationship-based intervention!

What We Offer:
-$16–$20/hr (based on experience & training)
-Paid training and supervision
-Employee status (not a contractor!)
-Flexible schedules
-Liability & worker’s comp coverage
-PTO for full-time employees
-CEU support opportunities

Current Openings:
-Reynoldsburg – 10+ hrs/week (Wed mornings, Fri flexible, weekends)
-North Linden - 5+ hrs/week

Don’t see a schedule that fits yours? If you’re available at least 5 hours per week, we still encourage you to apply!

Requirements:
-Experience working with children
-At least 2 years of college (48 semester / 72 quarter hours)
-Reliable transportation
-Willingness to learn through training and feedback
-Background check & permit (we’ll guide and reimburse you!)

This is a rewarding, flexible job—perfect for those studying or working in education, child development, therapy, or related fields.

Apply by sending your resume via email to info@relateandgrow.com.
Learn more at www.relateandgrow.com
More on the PLAY Project: www.playproject.org

10/17/2025

Watch Ben's journey with The PLAY Project, the fun & joy he had with his PLAY Project Consultant & his parents that lead to developmental growth! ❤ Follow along to see him 15 years later at his high school graduation 👨‍🎓

10/02/2025

Registration is now open for our You & Me=We Winter Series!!

When it’s too cold for parks and playgrounds, our You & Me=We series give kids the perfect place to move, play, and connect indoors—with double the opportunities this winter!

These fun peer play groups are designed to help children connect, grow, and thrive in a supportive environment. Each series runs for 6 weeks at We Rock the Spectrum in Lewis Center, offering children the chance to build friendships, practice social-emotional skills, and enjoy meaningful play, all while supported by our expert team.

Special Offer: Register for both Winter Series 1 and Winter Series 2 before December 1st and receive $35 off the total cost!

Winter Series 1 (6 sessions):
January 8th, 2026 – February 12th, 2026 (Thursdays, 4:30–6:00pm)
-Autism Scholarship Deadline: December 18th, 2025
-Self-Pay Deadline: December 26th, 2025

Winter Series 2 (6 sessions):
February 26th, 2026 – April 2nd, 2026 (Thursdays, 4:30–6:00pm)
-Autism Scholarship Deadline: February 5th, 2026
-Self-Pay Deadline: February 12th, 2026

Families can choose one series or both, and all children 14 & under are welcome—whether or not they currently receive services from Relate & Grow.

Special Pricing: Siblings and neurotypical friends can join for just $75 per child, per 6-week series.

Spaces are limited, click the link below for more information and registration today!

https://tinyurl.com/y4b974fy

You & Me= We Currently Accepting Registrations for Winter 2026!

09/26/2025

PLAY doesn’t live in a therapy room. It lives in your kitchen, your backyard, your bedtime routine.
Every interaction can be a chance for connection — with no added appointments, no rigid drills, no overwhelm.
That’s the beauty of PLAY: it fits your real life.

09/01/2025

We’re already planning our next round of group programs for early 2026, and we’d love to keep you in the loop! If you’d like to be among the first to hear when registration opens, just email us at info@relateandgrow.com and we’ll make sure you get a direct reminder!

This past summer, Relate & Grow was thrilled to host two wonderful groups, our You & Me=We and My Inner Sense Interoception group. Together, these groups offered children and their parents meaningful opportunities for connection, play, and discovery.

Our You & Me=We group gave children the chance to connect with peers in a supportive, play-based environment, while therapists guided growth in functional, emotional, and social skills.

Our My Inner Sense group focused on helping children and parents understand Interoception, the “8th sense” that helps us notice and respond to signals from inside the body. Through sensory play, children developed skills in self-regulation and impulse control, while parents learned strategies to support their child’s interoceptive growth at home.

We witnessed so much growth this summer and are excited to share new opportunities with you soon!

08/27/2025

✨ Connection is the foundation of growth. Heather’s story reminds us how powerful play can be in bringing families closer together.💙

👉 Want to bring more connection into your home? Explore The PLAY Project today, we have online courses, workshops, books, free resources & more!

🚂Check it out: https://playproject.org/

08/21/2025

💛 Every joyful connection starts with support. Find a PLAY Project provider near you and begin your journey today.
📍 playproject.org/locations

07/30/2025

When providers feel empowered, families feel supported, and children thrive.
Let’s make joy the foundation—not the afterthought.

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Columbus, OH

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+16149899461

Website

http://www.relateandgrow.com/

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