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  • 3 Things to Know About Online Speech Therapy

    Posted on: January 11th, 2017 by Peak Potential Therapy

    At Peak Potential Therapy, we feel very strongly that any child or young adult in need of speech-language therapy should have access to working with an experienced specialist, regardless of his or her proximity to a specific center or office building. That’s why Peak Potential Therapy is licensed to practice online speech therapy in the […]

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  • Our Clients Created Their Own Cartoon at the Twinsburg Library

    Posted on: January 6th, 2017 by Peak Potential Therapy

    Several of our clients recently had a wonderful time learning about the digital animation process at the Twinsburg Library, where we created our very own cartoon! Using the resources in the Library’s Creative Lab—which has a variety of hardware and software programs available to the public—Miss Shannon spent time every Monday teaching our group about […]

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  • How Do I Know If My Child Needs Speech Therapy?

    Posted on: December 14th, 2016 by Peak Potential Therapy

    “How do I know if my child needs speech therapy?” This is a question that many parents ask, some when their children are just toddlers, others when their child is preschool age or older. While every child is unique, we do work with many children at Peak Potential Therapy who share similar challenges with speech. […]

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  • New York Medical College Study Suggests Benefits of Exercise for Children with Autism

    Posted on: December 2nd, 2016 by Peak Potential Therapy

    Researchers at New York Medical College recently administered a 4-month exercise program at a school to determine whether the physical activity would have an impact on children with autism. The program was part of an adaptive gym class that consisted of two 20-minute classes each week. While it was not possible for researchers to make […]

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  • How to Keep Your Child on a Routine During Winter Break

    Posted on: November 3rd, 2016 by Peak Potential Therapy

    Your child has finally adjusted to the routine of the school year, knowing what to expect when it comes to morning wake-up times and bedtimes, riding the bus home with classmates, and becoming more familiar and comfortable with classmates and the school environment. He is learning important social skills and behaviors, and you are very […]

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  • 3 Tips to Help Your Child Avoid Sensory Overload This Thanksgiving

    Posted on: November 1st, 2016 by Peak Potential Therapy

    For many of us, Thanksgiving is a time for large family gatherings, delicious meals, and lots of activity, whether it is watching the parade on TV or going shopping to a crowded mall. We most likely enjoy this time of year, but for our children with sensory processing challenges, Thanksgiving can be a much different […]

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  • Designing Well Written IEP Goals

    Posted on: October 4th, 2016 by Peak Potential Therapy

    Does your child’s IEP have SMART goals? An IEP, defined by PBS.org as “an agreement between school and parent that outlines the special education and unrelated services to be delivered to a child who has been found eligible for services under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA),” is built around annual goals. These goals […]

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  • Should I Vaccinate My Child: Making an Informed Decision

    Posted on: September 15th, 2016 by Peak Potential Therapy

    There is perhaps no more parenting topic more debated at this moment than vaccination. For parents, with so many conflicting news stories swirling, it can be hard to answer that question: Should I vaccinate my child? At Peak Potential Therapy, we discuss this question with parents and families regularly. We believe the best decision you […]

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  • 5 Ways We Support Your Child During the School Year

    Posted on: August 29th, 2016 by Peak Potential Therapy

    The school year is underway, and your child—and your family—is still adjusting to new people, places, and routines. The year ahead may be challenging, but is full of possibilities and growth opportunities for your child! Remember that Peak Potential Therapy is here to help you and your family in any way we can. These are […]

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  • Photography Helps Teens with Autism Express Transition to Adulthood

    Posted on: August 26th, 2016 by Peak Potential Therapy

    Teens with autism often struggle with the transition from school to adulthood. Researchers have been trying to find new ways of understanding this transition from the teens’ perspective, rather than relying on interviews with parents and family members. Autism Speaks recently reported on research taking place at the University of Missouri’s Thompson Center for Autism […]

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