by Andree Lamke   January 18, 2023

Introduction:In order to improve communication and language skills in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), speech therapy is an excellent option.  What might a child with ASD need Speech Therapy for? Communication is often difficult for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). In…

Categories: Autism Spectrum Disorder, Autism Therapy, Child Development, Sensory Issues, Speech Exercises, Speech Impediment, Speech Therapy, Stuttering, The Therapy Place, Therapy Place NJ
Tags: Autism Therapy, Autism Treatment, Expressive Language, Occupational therapy, Speech exercises, Speech therapy, Therapy Place NJ

by Emily Lisner   December 18, 2022

Did you ever notice if your child has strong or weak muscles? Is your child often clumsy or using a lot of energy to do general tasks? It could be that your child needs more movement to get his muscles working and built up! As much as exercise is healthy for adults, children benefit from moving too!

Categories: At-Home Exercises, Behavior Therapy, Early Intervention, Environment, Health Basics, Lifestyle, Occupational Therapy, The Therapy Place, Therapy Place NJ

by Andree Lamke   November 20, 2022

Pediatric Occupational, and Speech therapies have more advantages than disadvantages. One important factor to consider when choosing the best therapy for your child, in order to maximize its advantages, is the environment in which the therapy is delivered. The Benefits…

Categories: About Us, Child Development, Environment, Occupational and Speech Therapy, Therapy Place NJ
Tags: Occupational therapy, Speech therapy, Therapy Place NJ

by Meredith Chandler   November 20, 2022

It is essential that children reach developmental milestones appropriate for their age so that they don’t fall behind and miss crucial marking points in their growth. As parents, it is vital to know what is considered “typical” and expected at…

Categories: Child Development, Speech Exercises, Speech Therapy, Therapy Place NJ
Tags: Developmental Milestones, Speech therapy, Therapy Place NJ

by Emily Lisner   November 9, 2022

Structured OT VS Sensory Experiences Structured occupational therapy sessions offer many benefits for children experiencing sensory delays or impairments. However, there are so many other great ways to reinforce OT skills right in the environment all around us. With a…

Categories: At-Home Exercises, Child Development, Lifestyle, Occupational and Speech Therapy, Sensory Issues, Therapy Place NJ

by Emily Lisner   September 29, 2022

For growing children, reaching developmental milestones that are appropriate to their age is critical. While every child develops at their own rate, staying on track with general developmental milestones is important to make sure they do not fall behind or…

Categories: Behavior Therapy, Child Development, Early Intervention, Environment, Health Basics, Lifestyle, Occupational Therapy, Sensory Issues, Therapy Place NJ
Tags: Developmental Milestones, Occupational therapy, Therapy Place NJ

by Emily Lisner   September 15, 2022

What is OT for Infants? Many parents are shocked to learn that services for Occupational Therapy exist for infants too! Infant Occupational Therapy is a branch of OT that focuses specifically on the development of infant motor skills, as well…

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by Blair Gorenberg   June 29, 2022

As a parent, you want the best for your child. You want them to be successful in life. You want them to have opportunities that they may not otherwise have had. And you want them to enjoy their childhood. Your…

Categories: Child Development, Early Intervention, Speech Therapy, The Therapy Place, Therapy Place NJ, Toddler Therapy
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by Andree Lamke   June 20, 2022

What is Occupational Vision Therapy and how does it work? If your child has trouble with his/her eyesight, you may want to consider Occupational Vision Therapy. Here are the basics of this kind of therapy and how the trained therapists…

Categories: At-Home Exercises, Child Development, Occupational Therapy, Therapy Place NJ
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by Nina Chesno   June 14, 2022

Autism Speech Therapy Children on the autism spectrum may present with a multitude of difficulties in different areas. One of the most debilitating problems is their difficulty with communication. This hampers their ability to communicate in a meaningful way with…

Categories: Autism Spectrum Disorder, Autism Therapy, Child Development, Early Intervention, Speech Exercises, Speech Therapy, Therapy Place NJ
Tags: Autism Therapy, Autism Treatment, Developmental Milestones, Expressive Language, Speech therapy, Therapy Place NJ