Sandbox Therapy Group Blog
AAC FAQ & Myths Debunked
What is AAC? Augmentative (in addition to) and Alternative (instead of) Communication (AAC) is any method (device, system, technique) that...
Stimming: Questions and Answers for Parents
Stimming: Questions and Answers for Parents Have you ever drummed your fingers, twirled your hair, tapped a pen repeatedly, cracked your knuckles,...
Speech Therapy Goals For Children: What Parents Can Do At Home To Help
As parents, we only want what is best for our children. That is why when we see that our child has difficulties, we try as much as possible to help...
Sharing An Autism Diagnosis With Your Child, Part Two: The Conversation Is A Journey
There is no one right way or time to share an autism diagnosis with your child. And, the sharing really isn’t a single event: it’s a dynamic journey...
Sharing An Autism Diagnosis With Your Child, Part One: Preparing Ahead Of Time
Parents often have conflicting feelings about sharing a new autism diagnosis with their child. While you are still processing your own thoughts and...
Handwriting In Pediatrics And Activities To Help
Working in pediatric occupational therapy, we get a lot of questions regarding handwriting. Teachers and parents tell us it is taking their children...
Welcome To The New Official Sandbox Therapy Group Blog
We are excited to welcome you to the new official blog of Sandbox Therapy Group. Thank you for taking the time to read our very first blog post. We...
Parent Support: Navigating The Learning Curve Of Parenting A Child With Autism
Parenting any child commonly comes with both joys and sorrows. But parenting a child with autism has a unique learning curve as parents navigate...
Benefits Of Occupational Therapy For Children With Autism
Occupational therapy can be very beneficial in helping a child (or indeed an adult) with autism disorder to better cope with everyday tasks, school...