The JASPER Model for Children with Autism

This manual provides a comprehensive, practical guide for clinicians implementing the JASPER (Joint Attention, Symbolic Play, Engagement, and Regulation) intervention for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Designed for 1- to 8-year-olds, JASPER is an evidence-based approach that targets the foundational skills of social communication, emphasizing engagement, joint attention, and symbolic play. The manual offers a structured yet flexible framework, helping practitioners individualize intervention, set treatment goals, select appropriate materials, and overcome common challenges in therapy.

Key Features:

• Step-by-step guidance for assessing and treating children with ASD using JASPER.
• Strategies for selecting and adapting play materials to engage each child.
• Case examples and learning exercises to reinforce clinical application.
• Reproducible clinical tools and forms for treatment planning and documentation.
• Companion website with downloadable materials and an annotated bibliography.
• Full-color, large-format design to enhance usability in clinical settings.
• Focuses on early intervention to strengthen the core skills critical to social communication development