We have some exciting news!

We have some exciting news!

The installation of the communication board at Antrim Township Park represents a significant step towards promoting inclusivity and accessibility for individuals who face challenges in verbal communication. This project has been made possible through dedication and...

Gestalt Language Processing

Gestalt Language Processing

One of our Speech Therapist is now an NLA Trained Clinician. She is 1 of 12 in PA and the only therapist trained in this immediate and surrounding area. What does this mean? She is able to evaluate and work with any child who communicates with gestalt language...

Potty Training

Potty Training

We get asked on a daily basis how parents should go about potty training their kiddo!  Honestly—there is nothing easy about potty training anybody! But it’s particularly a challenge with kiddos who have sensory difficulties or developmental delays. There are thounds...

Sensory Friendly Halloween

Sensory Friendly Halloween

What is not to love about Halloween? Being dressed up, makeup, candy, etc.! Kiddos love halloween but lets face it, it is not the most sensory friendly holiday. If your kiddo has sensory issues Halloween can be a literal nightmare. From the viewpoint of a child with...

Torticollis

Torticollis

Early detection is key - According to the APTA (American Physical Therapy Association) Clinical Practice Guidelines, the later a child is referred for torticollis, the longer their treatment period will be. Referred at < 1 month = 1.5 months of therapy  Referred at...

What to expect with Outpatient Therapy

What to expect with Outpatient Therapy

Children of ANY age are referred to Kidz Therapy Zone a couple different ways. Normally when a referral is made it is because there is concern with gross motor, fine motor, sensory, picky eating, speech and language skills, or physical therapy concerns.  Self-Referral...

Tips to staying calm when your child isn’t

Tips to staying calm when your child isn’t

Keeping it together when your child is losing their mind is so important. Yet as any parent will tell you it is so hard to do at times. We all need a little self-regulation check. People with good self-regulation have the ability to feel their emotions and keep them...

Reduce Stress during meal times – Picky Eating

Reduce Stress during meal times – Picky Eating

Family meal times can bring unnecessary stress. Do not let having a picky eater impact your time spent with family. Here are some helpful feeding strategies to help reduce that stress.  Positioning - Children will perform best when their feet are flat on a sturdy...

Avoid the Hair Cutting Nightmare

Avoid the Hair Cutting Nightmare

If you have a child with special needs or sensory difficulties, hair cuts can be an absolute nightmare. These strategies can help get kids ready for a haircut.  Desensitization Removing the Fear of Sight and Sound of the Clippers/Scissors Slowly introduce the...

Working on Preschool Language Skills at Home

Working on Preschool Language Skills at Home

There are some fun ways that a child can learn and practice preschool language skills right at home. Here are some of our favorites;  Pretend play activities such as playing house, dress up, building blocks, ect. Children love to pretend play and it works on so many...

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