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Understanding Dyslexia
The word “Dyslexia” is becoming a hot topic. Reading and writing are complex tasks. Rightfully so, Dyslexia is a complex condition. Have...

Autumn Foster, M.S., CCC-SLP
Aug 18, 2019


Emotional Regulation
Being able to regulate our emotions is not something we are born with. Parents of toddlers’ experience this on a daily basis. A child is...

Lisa Cooseman, OTR/L, MS
Feb 19, 2019


How We Are Different
What makes Leaps and Bounds different from other therapy providers? Leaps and Bounds was created to provide a unique therapy experience...

Carrie Salyer, MS, OTR/L
Jan 22, 2019


Executive Function: Skills for Success
As adults, we don’t talk back to our boss when we disagree and we refrain from honking the horn when someone cuts us off on the road,...

Julie Johnson OT, OTR/L MO
Jan 10, 2019


Will They Grow Out of It?
They say, “Wait and see. She’ll grow out of it.” But I still have concerns. What should I do? When it comes to your child…you are the...

Carrie Salyer, MS, OTR/L
Jan 2, 2019


Trauma and Stress
We all experience different levels of stress in our days. Stress experiences can occur in utero, shortly after birth, and/or throughout...

Lisa Cooseman, OTR/L, MS
Nov 6, 2018


Therapy Spotlight: Communication with AAC
Meet Evan... Evan came to Leaps and Bounds with extremely limited ability to communicate. He was able to do some sign language and...

Carissa Speelman, M.A. CCC-SLP
Oct 21, 2018


Food Wars: Tips for Your Picky Eater
Do mealtimes tend to feel more like a war for you as a parent? You might find yourself anticipating the crying, gagging, and battling...

Lisa Cooseman, OTR/L, MS
Sep 20, 2018


Sensory Processing: Signs & Symptoms Checklist
Below you will find an abbreviated Sensory Processing Signs and Symptoms Checklist that can help you determine if your child would...

Lisa Cooseman, OTR/L, MS
Sep 16, 2018


What is Sensory Processing?
October is Sensory Awareness Month and we’d like to take the opportunity to answer the question…What is Sensory Processing? We learn...

Lisa Cooseman, OTR/L, MS
Sep 3, 2018


Difficulty Paying Attention?
My child has difficulty paying attention in class. I would prefer to not use medication. Do I have other options? Yes, there are other...

Carrie Salyer, MS, OTR/L
Jul 30, 2018


The Out of Sync Child
Periodically we will be recommending different resources to help parents and educators better understand sensory processing. This book is...

Lisa Cooseman, OTR/L, MS
Jun 25, 2018


5 Strategies to Prepare Your Child for School
Whether your child is beginning Preschool or Kindergarten, it is no doubt a HUGE transition for you and your child. Preparation for this...

Lisa Cooseman, OTR/L, MS
May 31, 2018


Therapy Spotlight: Intensives
Introducing Jack: Tying shoes. Jumping jacks. Pumping a playground swing. Socializing with peers. These are things that come naturally to...

Julie Johnson OT, OTR/L MO
May 13, 2018


Speech & Language Highlight: Is Your Child a Late Talker?
Is Your Child A Late Talker? Have you ever looked at your child’s peers and wished your child communicated like they did? Have you been...

Lisa Cooseman, OTR/L, MS
Apr 30, 2018


Autism Awareness: Personal Reflections
I have been fortunate to have worked with individuals that are impacted by Autism and their families for 20 years. As I sat down to write...

Lisa Cooseman, OTR/L, MS
Mar 27, 2018


Sensory Processing Q&A
What does sensory processing mean for you? At Leaps and Bounds, we often have Occupational Therapy students come in to observe the work...

Lisa Cooseman, OTR/L, MS
Mar 15, 2018


Therapy Spotlight: A Search for Meaningful Occupations
Meet Dan... Dan has a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder and has been a part of the Leaps and Bounds family for many years. As he got...

Julie Johnson OT, OTR/L MO
Jan 19, 2018


Sensory Meltdowns
If you are a parent of a child that has difficulty processing sensory input, you may know all too well what a meltdown can look like and...

Lisa Cooseman, OTR/L, MS
Jan 3, 2018


Sensory Awareness - Jennings' Family Q&A
October is Sensory Awareness month. As a way to raise awareness about sensory processing difficulties, we asked one of our wonderful...

Lisa Cooseman, OTR/L, MS
Oct 15, 2017
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