School Readiness Skills and How Occupational Therapy Can Help As your child prepares to enter school, it’s important to ensure they have developed key skills that will set them up for success in the classroom.…
Refresh Your Mind This Summer: 5 Simple Activities to Support Your Mental Health Summer brings longer days, warmer weather, and a perfect opportunity to refresh not just your lifestyle, but also your mindset. With the…
From Leaps to Roars: How Animal Walks Boost Kids’ Development Looking for a creative and engaging way to get your child moving while enhancing their overall development? Animal walks could be the perfect activity for…
How Music Stimulates the Brain in Children with Autism When music is played, the brain is stimulated by recognizing pitch, tone, and rhythm. Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) often excel at pitch processing and…
The Power of Movement: Why Vestibular Input is Essential for Your Child’s Development The vestibular system is responsible for detecting motion and changes in position in space. It helps us maintain balance, stabilize our gaze,…
Taking Care of Your Mental Health: Tips, Tools, and Resources That Help By: Qiana Jones, COTA/L As a pediatric occupational therapist assistant, I spend my days helping kiddos find meaning, balance, and function in their…
You’re Not Alone, Mama: Supporting Maternal Mental Health During Every Step of Your Journey Motherhood is often described as magical, but moms know it can also be messy, overwhelming, and emotionally exhausting, whether you’re preparing…
Fine motor skills are getting worse in kids today. More and more children struggle to hold pencils, use scissors, or even tie their shoes. According to a recent report from Art-K, 77% of teachers say…
Understanding Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT) Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT) is an evidence-based approach that helps children explore their emotions, resolve conflicts, and build overall well-being—through the power of play. In this blog, we’ll break down…
April is a time of vibrant colors and fresh beginnings, but it holds a deeper significance for many families. It’s Autism Awareness Month, a month dedicated to shedding light on autism spectrum disorder (ASD), celebrating…
