by Emerge - A Childs Place | Oct 30, 2012 | Occupational Therapy, Sensory Processing/Integration
Thomas: Thomas was five years old when he first came to occupational therapy. His parents described him as being a ‘good child’. He had never gotten into any trouble. Thomas had never gotten out of his bed by himself. If he was put in his room, he stayed there. Thomas...
by Emerge - A Childs Place | Mar 3, 2012 | Behavioral regulation, Emerge programs, Fine motor activities, Occupational Therapy, Sensory Processing/Integration, Speech & Language, Summer programs
We are so excited to offer a wide variety of summer programs, including two new social skills groups. SPRING PROGRAM!! Writing For Fun Our spring small group writing program starts on Friday, March 9th at 4:00. This fun program is designed to improve writing skills...
by Emerge - A Childs Place | Dec 29, 2011 | Fine motor activities, Sensory Processing/Integration, Toys
Tactile: Theraputty and many variants: You can buy or make your own. Great for hiding things in for child to find. $6-10. Instant Sno: Add water to a small amount of powder and the powder instantly erupts into a fluffy cool pile of artificial snow. Amazon. $4-10. Body...
by Emerge - A Childs Place | Mar 28, 2011 | Behavioral regulation, Occupational Therapy, Sensory Processing/Integration
Suppose that you are in my class and I am sharing some vital information with you. Now also suppose that I have dropped a spider down the back of your shirt, where he is to remain for the next hour. I assure you that he is not poisonous and that you should just ignore...
by Emerge - A Childs Place | Mar 16, 2010 | Autism, Handwriting, Occupational Therapy, Sensory Processing/Integration, Speech & Language, Summer programs
The staff at Emerge has been busy planning our summer programs. Summer is a wonderful time to offer your child an intensive therapy experience. We offer a wide variety of programs designed to enrich children’s lives and develop new skills. The fliers will...
by Emerge - A Childs Place | Oct 16, 2009 | Autism, Floortime/DIR, Sensory Processing/Integration
Some children with Sensory Processing Disorders present with symptoms that are characteristic of autism. This is the story of one family whose child was labeled autistic at a very young age. His parents were frustrated that the recommended behavioral approach (ABA)...
