Protecting Our Future: National Immunization Awareness Month Tips for Parents
August is National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM) — a time to highlight the importance of vaccination for children of all ages. As the new school
July 31, 2025
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Understanding Fine Motor Skill Delays in Children and How Therapy Can Help
For many parents, teaching a child how to hold a pencil, use scissors, or tie shoelaces can be a moment filled with pride and joy.
July 25, 2025
Pencil Grasp Development: Engaging Activities to Support Your Child
Helping your child develop a strong and functional pencil grasp is an essential milestone in their early learning years. From holding a crayon to mastering
July 25, 2025
Who We Are: Therapy Smarts
Welcome to Therapy Smarts: Where We Turn Challenges into Triumphs! Choosing a therapy provider for your child is more than a logistical decision—it’s a
July 16, 2025
What Does a Speech, Occupational, or Physical Therapist Do? A Complete Guide for Families in Durham and Chapel Hill
When a child is struggling with communication, mobility, behavior, or daily tasks, it can feel overwhelming for families to know where to begin. The world
April 22, 2025
What is Kids Physical Therapy? Understanding Its Importance and Benefits
Physical therapy for kids, also known as pediatric physical therapy, is a specialized form of therapy that helps children who have difficulty moving, walking, or
March 17, 2025
Sensory Milestones: Your Baby’s First Year
This friend is engaged in some adorable sensory exploration! Sensory Processing Milestones: Your Baby’s First Year By Ms. Dana, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant How is
September 23, 2024 No Comments
Speech Milestones: Your Baby’s First Year
Speech Milestones: Your Baby’s First Year By Ms. Katie, SLP When will my baby start talking? With an estimated 3 billion search results on Google,
September 4, 2024 No Comments
Motor Milestones: Your Baby’s First Year
Ms. Marissa and a friend are working on her motor milestones! Motor Milestones: Your Baby’s First Year By Ms. Marissa, PT, DPT Is my baby
August 22, 2024 No Comments
Tackling Mental Health Together: Empowering Your Child With Open Communication
This friend and his mom share a smile after graduating from our PCIT program! Tackle Mental Health Together: Empowering Your Child With Open Communication. By Ms. Delia, Licensed Professional Counselor Research suggests 1 in every 7 kids is facing a mental health struggle— and you don’t need to look far
October 3, 2024 No Comments
Picky Eating: Phase or Problem?
This friend snacks on Cheerios in our therapy kitchen! Picky Eating: Phase or Problem? By Mrs. Ann-Marie, Clinical Director and Bilingual OT As a parent, picky eating can be a frustrating experience for you and your child. Food preferences can turn the dinner table into a battleground — and oftentimes,
September 27, 2024 No Comments
Raising Resilient Kids: An Interview with Avani Shah
(Originally featured in Authority Magazine) Interview with Avani Shah conducted by Dr. Kate Lund In today’s fast-paced world, children face numerous challenges that can impact their emotional well-being. Developing resilience is key to helping them navigate these obstacles and grow into emotionally strong individuals. How can parents, educators, and caregivers
September 23, 2024 No Comments
Beat the Holiday Blues: Embracing Mental Wellness
Beat the Holiday Blues: Embracing Mental Wellness By Team Therapy Smarts This month, an old adage repeats throughout shopping malls, restaurants and public spaces across
December 6, 2024 No Comments
Finding Your Footing: Balance Difficulties and Tips for Coordination
Ms. Marissa and a friend are working on balance & coordination! Finding Your Footing: Balance Difficulties and Tips for Coordination By Team Therapy Smarts We
December 2, 2024 No Comments
Decoding Dyslexia
Ms. Katie and a friend are practicing phonology! Decoding Dyslexia: Myths, Facts, and Support Strategies for Parents By Team Therapy Smarts How common is dyslexia?
November 15, 2024 No Comments
Setting New Year’s Resolutions with Your Kids
Happy New Year from Therapy Smarts! Small Goals, Big Dreams: Setting New Year’s Resolutions with Your Kids By Team Therapy Smarts Welcome, 2025! As the
January 3, 2025 No Comments
Celebrating a Sensory-Friendly Holiday!
Our ABA team is getting into the holiday spirit! Celebrating A Sensory-Friendly Holiday Season By Team Therapy Smarts It’s time to deck the halls for
December 19, 2024 No Comments
What is AAC Communication
Ms. Hannah and a friend are working on communicating with his AAC device! What is AAC Communication? By Team Therapy Smarts When will my child
December 13, 2024 No Comments
A Day in the Life of an Occupational Therapist
Some of our amazing OTs dressed up like the royalty they are, last Halloween! A Day in the Life of an Occupational Therapist By Team
March 10, 2025 No Comments
We’re Here All Year: Championing Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
We’re Here All Year: Championing Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month By Team Therapy Smarts It’s Developmental Disabilities Awareness month! This month, we are looking forward to
March 7, 2025 No Comments
Building a Tantrum Toolkit
Building a Tantrum Toolkit for Young Children By Team Therapy Smarts Have the “terrible twos” seemed to have lasted longer than expected? When challenging behavior
February 6, 2025 No Comments
Supporting Your Child on the Road to Independence
With great power comes great responsibility! This little hero is working on his climbing skills! Supporting Your Child on the Road to Independence By Team
June 13, 2025 No Comments
What is ABA Therapy?
Our amazing ABA team recently celebrated World Autism Day! What is ABA Therapy? By Team Therapy Smarts An estimated 1 in every 36 children has
April 9, 2025 No Comments
Smooth Sailing: A Sensory-Friendly Travel Guide for Families
Smooth Sailing: A Sensory-Friendly Travel Guide for Families By Team Therapy Smarts Spring break is on the horizon! As you and your family prepare to
March 28, 2025 No Comments
To Honor & Empower: Celebrating Juneteenth with Your Family
To Honor & Empower: Celebrating Juneteenth By Team Therapy Smarts Juneteenth is the longest African American holiday — celebrating the end of slavery and Black
June 20, 2025 No Comments