Benefits of a Primary Service Provider Approach to Teaming

The primary service provider (PSP) approach to teaming is a widely used, evidence-based model that makes one member of an early intervention team the consistent point of contact with a family. Here are 4 key benefits of using this approach:

1. Increasing Coordination
   Using a single primary service provider allows for increased coordination of supports and services in addressing child and family priorities.

2. Strengthening Relationships and Communication
   The important adults in the life of the child can focus on developing trust, respect, and open communication with one key person instead of having to experience this process with multiple people who have different interaction styles, levels of expertise, and knowledge about the child and family.

3. Addressing Family Diversity
   Due to the complexity of working with diverse families, identifying one lead provider reduces the potential of violating a family's values, beliefs, rituals, and traditions. A primary provider can focus on embracing the uniqueness of the family and respectfully engaging in conversations to better understand family preferences.