Blossom Interventions believes that every child is unique, and offers personalized interventions that ensures the child reaches their full potential. With 13 years ofexperience in the field of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other related special needs, has accorded us the privilege of engaging with kids ranging from 2 – 17 years old. Extensive training in Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA), Makaton (Level 1-8), and Behaviour Management, Blossom Interventions uses a combination approach that ensures we deliver customized strategies for every child.
Blossom Interventions is committed to enhancing self-confidence and encouraging independence in all children, by working in collaboration with other professionals and schools in order to achieve this goal.
What we offer:
•Behavioural Management incorporating Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) strategies, within a natural environment of 1:1 home-based intervention.
•Family support – providing guidance for parents and siblings as well as extended family. This includes communication, home and visual structure, managing behaviour and strategies for other challenges.
•Makaton – (Signs and symbols to support spoken language)
•TEACCH – (Learning aids to build independence)
•Assessments and Intervention planning and development
•Teacher and classroom support – (Providing teachers/facilitators with understanding of reinforcement, visual structures and prompting and fading strategies.)
•Supervision for school facilitation
•Au Pair and nanny support – (Upskilling individuals with appropriate training)
•Home schooling curriculums
•Homework club
•Social/ independent skills (baking, ball skills, playdates, etc)
•Online Intervention
Meet the team:
Damini Raghubir
Autism Practitioner and Director
Damini (like "harmony") has a Bachelor in Social Science Psychology (Honours), training in ABA, Makaton and extensive autism specific experience. She's had the privilege of working in 3 schools for autism, allowing her to accumulate experience and knowledge with kids on the spectrum.
Damini is loved for her contagious laugh and playful personality. Her calm persona and attention to detail makes her an excellent practitioner for 1:1 intervention. Damini believes that every child is unique and is willing to try different strategies when personalizing their intervention.
Her passion for special needs was inspired by the way in which the kids are unapologetically themselves - something she believes we can all learn from. She's had the opportunity to work with a variety of kids, which has fueled her motivation to continuously upskill herself.
Damini loves dancing, traveling, the sky, anything pasta related, and adventures.
Gerrisa Basdew
Autism Practitioner and Director
Gerrisa has obtained a Bachelor of Social Science degree in Psychology, with honours degrees in both Psychology and Industrial Psychology.
With nearly a decade in the field of autism, she has a passion for enriching the lives of children. Collaborating with various professionals over the years has furnished her with a wealth of knowledge.
She has had the opportunity to work at 3 autism centres and has changed the lives of many. Her skills are multifaceted, having completed ABA training in SA with practical training in USA, she is also skilled in Makaton and Teacch. She believes in the importance of visual structures and play skills.
Gerrisa draws motivation from the amazing children she interacts with. This inspires her to further enhance her skills and expand her knowledge. Her diligent work ethic and empathetic nature ensures she always meets you with a smile.
Gerrisa enjoys spending time with her family and friends, baking and loves anything covered in chocolate.
