by ICT | Oct 8, 2018 | Child Development, Speech Therapy
When you ask your child to put something away, are you met with a blank stare? Does your child begin to follow multi-step instructions and then stop because she can’t remember the next step? Following directions is an essential life skill, yet it can be tough to...
by ICT | Jul 24, 2018 | Child Development, ICT
If we imagine our brain as a busy highway system, executive function (EF) skills are the traffic rules that keep things running smoothly. They help us manage the constant streams of information running through our brain so we can focus, plan, accomplish tasks, control...
by ICT | May 15, 2018 | Child Development, ICT
When Integrated Children’s Therapy Founder Mandy Alvarez opened a new facility last year, the blank walls presented a unique opportunity. “We have two talented artists in our teen social group,” says Alvarez, “and I thought, ‘Who better to help decorate the new...
by ICT | Apr 4, 2018 | Child Development, ICT, Intensive Programs, Speech Therapy
A hallmark of autism is difficulty navigating social interactions. Things like connecting with others, enjoying family get-togethers, or asking for help at a supermarket can be challenging for individuals with autism. Because social interaction is central to...
by ICT | Feb 8, 2018 | Child Development, ICT, Speech Therapy
Narrative skills allow us to understand and tell stories. And we’re not just talking about inventing fictional tales! We learn and communicate using stories many times a day. Take a look at some of the ways: • Reading comprehension • Re-telling events • Telling others...
by ICT | Nov 14, 2017 | Child Development, ICT
One of our main goals at Integrated Children’s Therapy is helping children develop the social communication skills needed to enjoy the hallmarks of being a kid, like connecting with those around them, making friends, and playing with others. Gratitude supports social...
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