Therapy Smarts Mental Health Team Shares Favorite Children’s Books for Building Confidence, Understanding Emotions, and Encouraging Meaningful Conversations October is Mental Health Awareness Month, and
https://youtu.be/-3aqw1AR0s8 Every child deserves the opportunity to communicate their wants, needs, ideas, feelings, and personality. During AAC Awareness Month, Therapy Smarts is highlighting the important role Augmentative
How to Help Children Prepare for Jackets, Rainy Days, Cooler Breezes, and Fall Routine Changes Fall brings plenty for families to look forward to—colorful leaves,
Mealtimes get hard for a lot of families around Durham and Chapel Hill. Dinner turns stressful, sometimes into a nightly battle, and you are left
If you have searched “pediatric OT near me” after another difficult morning, you are probably not looking for a definition of occupational therapy. You are
Why Is Sleep So Important for Children? Between school, therapy appointments, sports, activities, homework, playtime, family time, and everything else packed into a child’s day,
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
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,
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
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
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,
(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
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
Ms. Marissa and a friend are working on balance & coordination! Finding Your Footing: Balance Difficulties and Tips for Coordination By Team Therapy Smarts We
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?
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
To Honor & Empower: Celebrating Juneteenth By Team Therapy Smarts Juneteenth is the longest African American holiday — celebrating the end of slavery and Black
