Daffodil Roots
Rooted in behavioral science. powered by play.Early comprehensive aba therapy
Nurturing growth
What We Do
Just like a daffodil thrives with the right care, every child blossoms when given the proper support. We specialize in early comprehensive ABA therapy - a fun, structured approach for young children that uses positive reinforcement to turn daily routines into learning moments. By starting early and focusing on the whole child, our tailored programs meet your little one exactly where they are. We blend serious science with everyday play to cultivate essential communication, social, and independence skills, helping your child grow, build confidence, and truly shine.
Think of it as serious science disguised as serious fun. 'Rooted in behavioral science' means we use proven, data-backed ABA methods to build a strong foundation for your child. 'Powered by play' means we ditch the rigid drills and focus on what kids do best: playing, exploring, and having a blast. When therapy feels like a playdate, learning just clicks.
In-Home Therapy: Building essential daily routines and communication skills right where your child feels most comfortable.
Social Skills Groups: Creating fun, structured opportunities for children to connect, share, and develop meaningful friendships.
Parent Collaboration: Empowering your family with practical, positive behavior strategies to support continuous growth at home.
locally grown
Why Daffodil?
Growing up right next door in Puyallup - where the daffodil is our official city flower - I learned early on that the right environment is everything when it comes to helping something grow. I am incredibly proud to bring those roots to our main service area here in Tacoma, weaving the deeper meaning of the daffodil into our everyday practice goals.
New Beginnings: Just like daffodils are the very first flowers to bloom after winter, our early intervention programs offer families a fresh start. We map out clear, supportive pathways for communication and milestone development right from the beginning.
Joy & Happiness: Effective therapy should spark real, internal motivation. By prioritizing naturalistic, play-based learning, we bring a warm, bright energy to our sessions so that building foundational social and language skills feels like a natural part of your child's day.
Resilience: Daffodils possess the incredible strength to push through cold winter ground. We believe every child has that same inner resilience. By partnering closely with caregivers, we focus on planting the strong, supportive roots your child needs to blossom, flourish, and thrive within our local community.
Your partner
About Me
Alyssa Trombley, BCBA, LBA
Founder & Clinical Director
As a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) who was raised right here in Pierce County, my vision is to deliver quality early intervention to my community by making it accessible, stress-free, and full of joy. My passion for early childhood development is fueled every single day by my own life as a mom to twin toddlers - so I can relate to the beautiful, chaotic, and rewarding journey of helping little ones grow. When I am not working with families or chasing my own kiddos, you can find me recharging in nature on a camping trip, getting lost in a good book, or working on my latest crafting project. I combine professional behavioral expertise with a real, parent-to-parent understanding to build a safe, supportive environment where your child can truly blossom.
Pathways to care
Networks
Navigating insurance can feel overwhelming, but we are here to help you every step of the way.We are actively working with major healthcare networks across Pierce County to ensure access to care. Currently, we accept and specialize in navigating:
Premera Blue Cross
Regence BlueShield
Aetna
First Choice
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
Tricare
Don't see your carrier listed? Reach out! Insurance panels update frequently, and we can look into single-case agreements.
plant the seeds
Let's Chat
A brighter future starts with a simple hello! Fill out the form below to setup a 15-minute call about how we can support your child's growth and independence.
