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The Power of Play: Exploring Play-Based Speech Therapy for Children By: Samantha Rothman, MS. OTR/L Speech development is a critical aspect of a child’s early years, influencing their communication skills and social interactions. In the realm of speech therapy, a dynamic and engaging approach known as play-based speech therapy has emerged as a transformative method.

The Power of a Neurodiversity Affirming Practice By: Samantha Rothman, MS. OTR/L In a world that celebrates diversity, it’s essential to recognize and appreciate the uniqueness of every individual, including those who fall under the umbrella of neurodiversity. Neurodiversity refers to the natural variation in neurological development, encompassing conditions such as autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and

Developing a healthy frustration tolerance Frustration is a natural part of life, and learning to cope with it is an essential skill for children to develop. Building frustration tolerance helps them navigate challenges, setbacks, and disappointments with resilience and grace. In this blog post, we’ll explore the importance of frustration tolerance in children and provide

What is DIR Floortime? DIR Floortime (Developmental, Individual-Difference, Relationship-Based Floortime) is a therapeutic approach used by some occupational therapists and other professionals to support the development of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other developmental challenges. The DIR Floortime approach is based on the idea that children’s development occurs in the context of their

Autism & Special Needs Resources in the Phoenix area Samantha Rothman, MS, OTR/L March 6, 2023   Raising Special Kids www.raisingspecialkids.org Provides FREE services including consultations, parent-to-parent support, events, training, and parent coaching. Provides information about federal and state programs, education options, special healthcare needs, and transitioning to adulthood.    Southwest Human Development www.swhd.org Arizona’s

Fine Motor Skills Milestones: Ages 3-5 Samantha Rothman, MS, OTR/L February 5, 2023   What are Fine Motor Skills?   Typically, we think of fine motor skills as the use of the smaller muscles in the hands, manipulating objects with the hands, handwriting, coloring, etc. However, sometimes fine motor skills also include visual skills- often