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Speech therapists, also known as speech-language pathologists, work with people of all ages to help them improve their communication skills. There are many different approaches and techniques that speech therapists use to help their clients, and the approach that is chosen will depend on the individual needs of the child. In this blog post, we […]

As a parent of a child with autism, managing challenging behaviors can be overwhelming and stressful. It can be difficult to know how to respond in the moment, and it can also be hard to find effective long-term solutions. However, with patience and persistence, it is possible to develop strategies to manage challenging behaviors and […]

As a parent, it's natural to be concerned about your child's speech and language development. While all children develop at their own pace, there are certain early signs that may indicate a speech or language delay. Identifying these signs early on can help you seek early intervention and ensure that your child receives the support […]

Sensory-friendly environments are designed to accommodate individuals with sensory processing difficulties, such as those with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), or sensory processing disorder (SPD). These environments take into account the sensory needs of individuals and aim to reduce the amount of sensory stimuli that can cause distress or discomfort. Sensory […]

Sensory processing disorder (SPD) is a condition in which an individual's brain has difficulty receiving and responding to sensory information from the environment. This can lead to various problems, such as over-sensitivity or under-sensitivity to certain types of sensory input. SPD can affect people of all ages, and it can have a significant impact on […]

We will have a booth setup at the Westfield Spring Fling Event on Sunday May 1st. This is the first time the event is being put on since 2019 and is being organized by the Greater Westfield Area Chamber of Commerce and Downtown Westfield Corporation. Center Street between North Avenue and Broad Street in Westfield […]

Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) condition causes problems with the way your ears process sound. This can affect people of all ages, but it's most common in children and young adults. It's a mental disorder that affects how your brain responds to acoustic sounds. The disorder causes problems with spoken, sung, or whispered words. With APD, […]

Movement is at the heart of the human journey, and through it, we interact with the environment in ways different from other mammals. The sequence of movement through life is known as the developmental sequence or traditional motor development. It begins in the womb and proceeds in a highly predictable manner in infants and young […]

Here are some frequently asked questions to help you better understand sensory processing disorder. 1. What is sensory processing disorder? This is a condition that affects the ability of the brain to receive sensory information and how it receives and responds to it. At the moment, SPD is not identified as a medical diagnosis. People […]

While it may seem obvious to many, feeding time can be stressful and challenging for some infants. Difficulty chewing food, swallowing food, gagging on food, being fussy during feeding time, and vomiting after having food are signs that the infant needs feeding therapy. Such behavior limits the child’s ability to enjoy mealtime experience, eat and […]