Wondering if group speech therapy is right for your child? This article highlights how group sessions can boost communication, social skills, and confidence through peer interaction and play. Learn the key benefits and when group therapy may be the best fit.

Looking for meaningful summer reading or listening that will transform your parenting approach? This curated list of books and audiobooks offers powerful insights into your child’s brain, behavior, and emotional needs.

Should you stay or step out during your child’s therapy session? This post from Columbia Pediatric Therapy explores the pros and cons of each approach—so you can make the choice that’s right for your family. 💬👪 #SpeechTherapy #ParentTips #ColumbiaPediatricTherapy

Discover how your child’s favorite sport can boost their communication skills—while they play, listen, and build confidence! Read on for fun, practical tips you can try today.

Discover how your child’s favorite sport can boost their communication skills—while they play, listen, and build confidence! Read on for fun, practical tips you can try today.

Looking for fun ways to boost your child’s speech and language skills this spring? Discover five playful outdoor activities—like sidewalk chalk games and scavenger hunts—that make learning feel like adventure!

Curious if telehealth speech therapy is right for your family? More families than ever are making the switch—and for good reason! From greater convenience and flexibility to improved consistency and family involvement, discover the top five benefits of remote speech therapy in our latest blog post!

Think bilingual kids get confused or delayed? Myth busted! Discover the science-backed benefits of multilingualism in our latest blog post!

Dentist Visits Don’t Have to Be a Nightmare for Autistic Kids—Here’s How to Make Them Stress-Free! Discover expert-backed tips to create a calm, autism-friendly dental experience that will change the way you approach pediatric care!

Learn how the much-loved Bluey show also demonstrates many foundational skills that parents and caregivers can use to support their child’s early speech and language development.

Anxiety is a normal response our bodies have to danger. Anxiety in children can appear as physical symptoms, avoidance, or excessive worry. Parents can help by modeling calm behavior, encouraging open conversations, and using strategies like mindfulness, routines, and sensory activities to build resilience.

Check out our Top Therapy Toy Gift Ideas, created especially for you by our therapists! These consistently provide engagement with kids!

Is your child struggling with sensory processing or attention skills? Therapeutic Listening might be the key to unlocking their potential! 

In our latest blog, we dive into how this innovative auditory intervention helps kids connect with their environment, improve communication skills, and thrive. 

Ensuring kindergarten readiness involves mastering key speech sounds like P, B, M, D, N, and more by age five. Additionally, children should be able to speak clearly, follow directions, and engage in conversations. If you have concerns about your child’s speech development, our Clinic offers comprehensive evaluations to support their communication skills.

Learn more about keeping your child safe while wearing a backpack in this blog.

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common neuro-developmental disorder affecting millions of school-age children in the U.S. It's characterized by difficulties in attention, impulse control, and self-regulation. ADHD affects boys 3-5 times more than girls, with symptoms often persisting into adulthood. Despite its lifelong nature, effective strategies, treatments, and medications can improve daily functioning. Here are top strategies for parents to support their child with ADHD.

Sensory integration is a neurological process that organizes sensation from one's body and the surrounding environment, making it possible to use the body effectively. When people are not able to interpret and respond to sensory information efficiently, they may experience Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD). However, the duration it takes for each child to progress with sensory integration therapy is unique and depends on various factors such as environmental accommodative changes, and regularly attending therapies. At Columbia Pediatric Therapy, occupational therapists provide personalized activities, equipment, and environmental accommodations that facilitate sensory input and thus promote clients' sensory health.

This post will review the definition of torticollis and common symptoms, causes, and treatment considerations for infants and toddlers.