by Melissa Grosvenor | Sep 25, 2023 | Parallel Play
At Express Yourself Therapy all of our therapists are DIR trained and take a play-based approach. Research has proven that children learn the best through play. *Play is so powerful it can be used as an intervention to close achievement gaps for children between the...
by Melissa Grosvenor | Mar 31, 2023 | Parallel Play
“We learn by example and by direct experience because there are limits to the adequacy of verbal instruction.” Experiential learning is a method of learning where children actively participate in the learning process. Before a child adopts a new word into...
by Melissa Grosvenor | Feb 17, 2023 | Parallel Play
Why is reading so important? Experiencing and engaging in language-rich interactions helps children develop communication skills, patience, empathy, and literacy—all of which are critical to success in school and beyond. Reading and language skills begin to develop...
by Melissa Grosvenor | Feb 3, 2023 | Parallel Play
Beckman Philosophy for Transitioning to Straw and Open Cups: Teaching Drinking: First need to find the utensil (cup, straw, bottle) that is easiest for the client to use for drinking Working to change muscle control Easiest drinking utensil is a flexible straw with a...
by Melissa Grosvenor | Feb 1, 2023 | Parallel Play
Speech Language Pathologists can work on Oral Motor Skills, but many do not understand the importance of these specific skills. Oral motor strength and stability play into a child’s overall speech intelligibility as well as swallowing skills. When assessing oral...
by Melissa Grosvenor | Jan 9, 2023 | EYT
All of the information on the internet can become overwhelming. Here are some tips to decide if your child would benefit from occupational therapy! Fine & Visual Motor: Note the child who: Uses an immature grasp (fisted) Unable to draw basic shapes Unable to...
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