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Helping a Child with Sensory Sensitivities Prepare for Preschool (or Any Grade)

By Brittney Weinerth, OTR/L • Pediatric Occupational Therapist & Owner, Children’s Therapy Center The start of a new school year is full of excitement. For children with sensory sensitivities – such as noticing every sound, avoiding crowds, or struggling with transitions – starting school can also feel overwhelming. Below are strategies that are especially helpful […]

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When Therapy Doesn’t Feel Right: Why You’re Allowed to Say No

Therapy can be life-changing – but only when it’s the right fit. The Therapist-Child Fit Matters (A Lot) Therapy isn’t just about credentials or clinical experience. At its core, therapy is about relationship. It’s about trust, safety, and connection. The best therapists don’t just “work with kids” – they build relationships with them. They see them, respect

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What Your Child Can Do This Summer to Thrive Next School Year

A pediatric OT’s guide to supporting growth, regulation, and confidence through play Summer brings sunshine, slower mornings, and long stretches of unstructured time—a welcome pause from the busy pace of the school year. But it’s also a valuable opportunity to support your child’s development in meaningful, low-pressure ways. Whether your child is starting preschool, transitioning

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The Crucial Role of Separating the Two Sides of the Hand in Fine Motor Development

Fine motor development is a cornerstone of childhood growth, influencing a child’s ability to perform intricate tasks that lay the foundation for later academic and life success. One often underestimated but crucial aspect of this development is the ability to separate the two sides of the hand. From infancy to early childhood, this nuanced skill

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OT Tip: Little Tools for Little Hands – Why using short pencils and broken crayons can be beneficial

Authored by Alexandra Kautz MS, OTR/L Have you ever cringed at the site of another broken crayon or pencil?! Little did you know, OT’s a big fans of broken crayons and we want to share why you should be too! Using shorter, golf-sized writing and coloring utensils (e.g., broken crayons) can be really helpful for

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The Case Against ABA Therapy

We are often asked for referrals for ABA (Applied Behavioral Analysis) therapists and our short answer is “We do not recommend ABA therapy”. Let me give you some background. I (Brittney) was an ABA therapist while I was studying to become an OT. I was so excited to gain experience working with autistic children to

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