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Handwriting Helpers From Our Cleveland Occupational Therapy Team

By Therapy & Wellness Connection | October 27, 2022

Lots of kids struggle with handwriting, especially early on. But if problems persist, it may be time to consult with a Cleveland occupational therapy provider. Handwriting is an important skill for schoolchildren – and well into adulthood. It’s a basic…

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How Akron Speech Therapy Can Help With Auditory Processing Disorder

By Therapy & Wellness Connection | October 27, 2022

Auditory processing disorder is a condition that is treatable by our pediatric Akron speech therapy team. Early intervention is recommended whenever possible. Kids with auditory processing disorder have a tough time making small distinctions in word sounds. For instance, if…

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Choosing the Right Cleveland ABA Therapy Provider for Your Child With Autism

By Therapy & Wellness Connection | September 19, 2022

ABA therapy is widely considered the gold standard treatment for children on the autism spectrum – and it’s particularly valuable when it’s intensive, starts early, and is combined with other critical interventions, such as speech therapy and occupational therapy. That…

5 Signs Your Child May Need Akron Occupational Therapy

By Therapy & Wellness Connection | September 17, 2022

Akron occupational therapy helps kids with a broad range of physical, cognitive, motor, and speech deficits to develop those skills to the best of their abilities and reach their maximum potential. Our pediatric occupational therapists at Therapy & Wellness Connection…

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Cleveland ABA Therapists on Differences Between Bribery vs. Reinforcement

By Therapy & Wellness Connection | September 10, 2022

As Cleveland ABA therapists, so much of what we’re able to achieve with our pediatric patients is because of our tactical use of reinforcement. Reinforcement can be positive (game time, a sticker, a favorite song/dance, a gummy treat) or negative…

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Cleveland Speech Therapy: School vs. Private Services

By Therapy & Wellness Connection | September 1, 2022

Parents whose children have been referred for Cleveland speech therapy may wonder whether they truly need to seek out private therapy – particularly if they can access services through their child’s school. The answer will certainly depend on a number…

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We Provide Akron Tutors and Homeschool Help for Kids With Special Needs

By Therapy & Wellness Connection | August 11, 2022

Our Akron tutors know that no two students learn the exact same way. Yet classroom instruction across Ohio is largely uniform and rigid. That can lead a lot of headaches and heartaches – especially if a child has disabilities, developmental…

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How Our Cleveland ABA Therapists Teach Kids With Autism Personal Hygiene Skills

By Therapy & Wellness Connection | August 11, 2022

Most kids struggle at first with independently maintaining good personal hygiene. Kids on the autism spectrum may have a tougher time with it than most. Our Cleveland ABA therapists can help. It’s important to understand why kids on the spectrum…

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Early Intervention Cleveland Feeding & Swallowing Therapy Boosts Long-Term Prognosis

By Therapy & Wellness Connection | August 11, 2022

Children with feeding and swallowing disorders are at high risk for substantial health, learning, and social challenges. But when treated early with Cleveland feeding & swallowing therapy in a speech therapy clinic, kids can overcome their unique difficulties and go…

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How Akron Speech Therapists Can Help Kids With Learning Disabilities

By Therapy & Wellness Connection | August 4, 2022

Learning disabilities are disorders that impact one’s ability to: Understand or use spoken or written language. Complete mathematical calculations and equations. Coordinate movements. Direct attention. Engage in higher-level skills like time planning, abstract reasoning, organization, and long/short-term memory. The term…