Autism Therapy: Intensive Multi-Treatment Intervention (IMTI)

definition of Intensive Multi-Treatment Intervention (IMTI): Program draws from best-practice treatments and research. Current research confirms that the factors contributing to the challenges of people with autism are multifaceted; therefore, treatment should be multi-faceted as well. The strength of the “IMTI effect” is derived from the interaction of combining a variety of treatments customized for each individual child. IMTI strategies and curricula focus on 3 broad domains: 1) Biological treatment, 2) Behavioural and cognitive education, 3) Family and therapist Attitudinal Fitness™ training and support. Drawing upon his Masters in Education at Harvard University, Jonathan Alderson founded the IMTI Program and specializes in merging a variety of diverse strategies through the 6 Phases of the IMTI program: from bonding through play, to learning through structured teaching, to socialization through peer-play, and ultimately transition into a mainstream school setting. Learn more at www.IMTI.ca.