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Why Use Speech Therapy for Kids with Autism
If your child has been diagnosed with autism, there is good news. Speech therapies have been shown to be very effective at helping kids with autism to develop skills that will help them to communicate appropriately with their families, teachers, caregivers and their peers! Kids with autism may have a range of abilities in their […]
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What Are Your Kids Doing This Summer?
If your child has autism or another disability, trying to find the right summer activities can be an insurmountable challenge. Making sure that your child has the support they need and is in an environment that understands their particular requirements is critical. At Peak Potential Therapy, we have created several specialized summer camp opportunities specifically […]
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ABA for Autism
Applied Behavior Therapy (ABA) has become one of the most common therapies for autism. If you are considering ABA therapy for your child, there are some things to know before you commit to the process. ABA is a safe and effective therapy. ABA is well recognized as a safe and effective therapy for children with autism. […]
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6 Ways Speech Therapists Help Kids with Autism
Speech therapy specifically for children with autism can be one of the most effective ways to help your child develop. Children who have been diagnosed with autism may have a range of symptoms that a comprehensive speech therapy program can address. While some children may not talk at all, others may make noises such as […]
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Are You Afraid to Pick Up the Phone?
Has your child been recently diagnosed with autism, Down’s syndrome or cerebral palsy? Not sure what to do next? You aren’t alone…If your child has a new disabilities diagnosis, it can be frightening to try out how to navigate the first steps. Questions about the road ahead, the options for your child and many different […]
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When Talking is Taxing…
If it is exhausting for your child to make their needs known, it may be time to consider individualized speech therapy.If your child is struggling to communicate their needs and feelings and is not succeeding, then you can sense their deep frustration. No parent wants to see their child upset and unhappy especially when all […]
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Looking for a New Way to Help Your Child Make Progress?
When traditional therapies are just not helping your child the way that you had hoped, there is another solution – hybrid Behavior Therapy.There are times in therapy when it seems nothing is working. The same therapies that worked a month or even a week ago may quickly lose their effectiveness. That is a normal – […]
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Managing the Holidays with a Special Needs Child
The holidays will be here before you know it! While it can be a time of great enjoyment and fun, it can also be completely overwhelming for children with special needs. There are ways that you can ease the stress of the holiday season for your child. Here are just a few things to think […]
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First Steps with a New Diagnosis
There is no doubt that receiving a special needs diagnosis from your physican can be devastating. While the hopes and dreams you may have had for your child will be changed by the news, there are things that you can do to make sure that you and your family are able to move forward. The […]
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Getting Schools to Pay Attention to Your Child’s Needs
Now that school is in full swing, you may have questions that need to be answered about the progress that your child is making. If you are having trouble getting your child’s school to pay attention to your son or daughter’s individual needs, these steps may help. Consider taking these steps: Know what your rights […]