Research library/Family & Caregiver-Based

Category 9 of 12:

Family & Caregiver-Based

Support built for you — the parents, siblings, and caregivers doing this every day — not just the child.

6 therapies · 2 groups · 0 reviews published

How we grade the evidence:

Strongmultiple trials or reviews, consistent resultsModerategood evidence, generally acceptedEmergingpromising, still earlyLimitedwell-studied and not shown to help, or too little study to knowControversialsignificant debate among researchers, use cautionHarmfuldocumented risk of harm — not recommended

Parent Training Programs

Teaching you the strategies, so support happens in everyday life, not just in sessions.

Strong evidence

Parent-Mediated Intervention (PACT)

SLP coaches parents to use responsive communication strategies in everyday interactions.

Toddlers – preschoolComing soon
Strong evidence

ABA-Based Parent Training

Training parents to implement ABA strategies at home to increase intervention intensity.

All agesComing soon
Moderate evidence

Stepping Stones Triple P

Positive parenting program adapted for parents of children with disabilities.

Parents of children with ASDComing soon

Caregiver & Family Support

Support for the whole family system, not just the child's treatment plan.

Moderate evidence

Sibling Support Programs

Psychoeducation and support groups for neurotypical siblings of autistic individuals.

SiblingsComing soon
Moderate evidence

Family Therapy

Therapeutic support for the whole family system to improve communication and coping.

FamiliesComing soon
Moderate evidence

Respite Care

Temporary relief for caregivers through trained support workers or programs.

CaregiversComing soon