Apex Occupational Therapy

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Apex Occupational Therapy Welcome! We are an occupational therapy practice in the Triangle area of North Carolina (Durham/Raleigh).

We help children and adolescents "reach their peak" by providing therapeutic groups and occupational therapy in area schools to address self-regulation, anxiety, and motor skills. We work with children ages 3 to adult and contract to area schools.

Do rewards help kids?They can, especially when the goal is small and clear.Instead of “clean your room,” try “put your c...
09/28/2026

Do rewards help kids?

They can, especially when the goal is small and clear.

Instead of “clean your room,” try “put your clothes in the hamper.”

Small wins can build confidence and better habits.

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There is currently a lot of black and white thinking about using rewards with children. However, like most things, we should consider the individual needs and goals of children.

Does your child struggle to see someone else’s side?Perspective taking is a skill kids can learn.Helping them understand...
09/25/2026

Does your child struggle to see someone else’s side?

Perspective taking is a skill kids can learn.

Helping them understand that people think and feel differently can lead to fewer conflicts and more empathy.

When children learn the skill of perspective taking, they are better able to manage big feelings, respond with empathy, and navigate social challenges.

Is your child shy, or is anxiety getting in the way?Some social anxiety is normal.But if your child avoids friends, scho...
09/21/2026

Is your child shy, or is anxiety getting in the way?

Some social anxiety is normal.

But if your child avoids friends, school, speaking up, or everyday situations, it may be time to look a little closer.

Early support can make a difference.

Learn what causes social anxiety in children, when it becomes a concern, and why early intervention is important for long-term mental health.

Has your child ever had a huge reaction to something that seemed small?Telling them it’s “not a big problem” may not hel...
09/18/2026

Has your child ever had a huge reaction to something that seemed small?

Telling them it’s “not a big problem” may not help.

Sometimes they first need help calming down and figuring out what to do next.

A better question may be:

“What do you need to handle this?”

“Size of the problem” is a strategy commonly used by therapists, but children may need other skills addressed before this is introduced.

Does your child struggle with sensory needs at school?The right support does not always mean more therapy. Sometimes a s...
09/14/2026

Does your child struggle with sensory needs at school?

The right support does not always mean more therapy. Sometimes a simple change, like a movement break, a quieter workspace, or easier access to headphones, can make a big difference.

An occupational therapist can help when your child needs more individualized strategies, support using sensory tools, or changes to the classroom environment.

The goal is to find what helps your child participate and feel supported throughout the school day.

Learn more about when OT support may be helpful: https://thestressdetective.com/blogs/news/supporting-sensory-needs-in-school

Sensory tools are more accessible in schools than ever, but not every sensory need requires occupational therapy. So when is an OT’s expertise actually needed?

Parents deserve support, not blame.When your child is struggling, it can feel like everyone has an opinion about what yo...
09/10/2026

Parents deserve support, not blame.

When your child is struggling, it can feel like everyone has an opinion about what you should be doing differently.

But professionals only see part of the picture.

Parenting a child who needs extra support can be complicated, exhausting, and deeply personal.

Good support starts with partnership, not judgment.

You deserve professionals who listen, stay curious, and work with you to understand your child.

Because supporting parents is part of supporting children.

https://thestressdetective.com/blogs/news/how-professionals-talk-about-parents

As therapists and educators, when we stop blaming parents and start partnering with them everyone benefits, especially the child.

It’s hard to watch your child feel uncomfortable.Our instinct is often to fix it, remove it, or make the feeling go away...
09/08/2026

It’s hard to watch your child feel uncomfortable.

Our instinct is often to fix it, remove it, or make the feeling go away.

But sometimes discomfort is exactly where confidence begins.

When kids face normal anxiety around something new and learn they can get through it, they discover something powerful:

“I can handle this.”

We can support them without removing every uncomfortable moment.

Read more: https://thestressdetective.com/blogs/news/get-comfortable-with-discomfort

I’ve been a therapist for over 26 years now and over that time I have observed a shift in how adults respond to children who are having a difficult time. Some of the shifts are positive, such as acknowledging their emotions (versus telling a child to “stop crying” or “suck it up”). However...

Does your family ever change plans just to avoid a meltdown?When a child struggles with flexibility, it can start shapin...
09/04/2026

Does your family ever change plans just to avoid a meltdown?

When a child struggles with flexibility, it can start shaping the routines of the entire household.

The goal is not to change everything overnight. Start small. Prepare your child for changes, practice having a “Plan B,” and offer a few choices when routines need to shift.

Small steps can help your child become more comfortable with change.

https://thestressdetective.com/blogs/news/cognitive-flexibility-affects-the-whole-family

What do you do when a child's lack of flexibility runs the household?

Connection can make cooperation easier.When kids feel safe, understood, and comfortable, they are more open to engaging ...
08/31/2026

Connection can make cooperation easier.

When kids feel safe, understood, and comfortable, they are more open to engaging with us.

Here are 4 simple tips for building rapport with your child:

One of the reasons I feel so lucky to do what I do for a living is that I can have fun at work. Yes, there are reports to write, lessons to plan, meetings, and other things that aren’t always fun, but play is interspersed with all of that to create some pretty great days. I love the process of bui...

If your child has sensory differences, does that mean they need occupational therapy at school?Not necessarily.Sensory p...
08/28/2026

If your child has sensory differences, does that mean they need occupational therapy at school?

Not necessarily.

Sensory processing is just one part of self-regulation. A child may also be affected by anxiety, communication challenges, executive functioning, the classroom environment, or other factors.

The goal is not simply to add more sensory strategies.

It is to understand what is making school difficult and decide which supports, accommodations, and team members can help.

Sometimes that includes OT. Sometimes another support is a better fit.

Do Occupational Therapists Work on Sensory Integration in Schools? This is a common question in online occupational therapy groups. The response is typically a “no" in those groups. To some extent this is correct because sensory integration is a very specific therapy that requires specialized trai...

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Apex, NC
27713

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 2pm
Tuesday 8am - 7pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 1pm

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+19194464868

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