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Peer Projects - Therapy from the Heart

Peer Projects - Therapy from the Heart is a pediatric practice providing occupational therapy and sp Peer Projects was founded in 2005 by Linda Murphy.

Therapy from the Heart was founded by Mary Lou Gagnon. In 2012 they merged their practices in Beverly, MA offering speech language therapy and occupational therapy, including assessments, social pragmatic groups, Relationship Development Intervention (RDI), craniosacral therapy / myofascial release, feeding and swallowing programs, reading and school consultation.

06/03/2026

🌈 June is a month of celebration, recognition, and awareness. This month we honor LGBTQIA+ Pride Month, National Caribbean American Heritage Month, National Immigrant Heritage Month, National PTSD Awareness Month, Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month, and Men’s Health Month.

Image Description: A colorful June awareness calendar graphic with a light gray background and a rainbow border design along the edges. The word “June” appears in large pink script at the top left. Text lists are centered. A rainbow-colored “Pride” graphic appears at the bottom of the image.

Transcription: June LBGTQIA+ Pride Month National Caribbean American Heritage Month National Immigrant Heritage Month National PTSD Awareness Month Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month Men’s Health Month Important Dates: June 14: World Blood Donor Day June 19: Juneteenth (more to come!) June 20: World Refugee Day

06/01/2026

ND Affirming Book of the Month for June is Pink Is for Boys by Robb Pearlman, illustrated by Eda Kaban.🌈🏳️‍🌈

Image Description: A square graphic with a soft yellow background and layered rainbow-like arches radiating from the upper right corner. Large gray text at the top reads, “ND Affirming Book of the Month.” Centered below is the cover of the book Pink Is for Boys by Robb Pearlman, illustrated by Eda Kaban. The cover shows two children painting the colorful title words “Pink Is for Boys” with paintbrushes and buckets of paint. In the lower left corner is a heart-shaped Pride flag featuring multiple colors, including stripes representing LGBTQIA+ identities. A colorful rainbow design curves across the bottom right corner. At the bottom of the graphic, text reads, “June 2026” and “Happy Pride Month.”

Transcription:
ND Affirming Book of the Month

Pink Is for Boys

Written by
Robb Pearlman

Illustrated by
Eda Kaban

June 2026

Happy Pride Month

Pink is for Boys

An empowering and educational picture book by a New York Times bestselling author, proving that colors are for everyone, regardless of gender.

This timely and beautiful fully illustrated book rethinks and reframes the stereotypical blue/pink gender binary and empowers kids and their grown-ups to express themselves in every color of the rainbow.

05/31/2026

There are space left in our Summer Enrichment Series - check it out on our website 💛💻

Image Description {a green, yellow and white blurred background with the Peer Projects logo at the top of the page. Summer Enrichment 2026 is in white bold print in the center and the website www.peerprojectstherapyfromtheheart.com is listed underneath along with the address for Peer Projects, Suite 160U, Cummings Center, Beverly, MA 01915}
Transcription [Peer Projects logo. Summer Enrichment 2026, website www.peerprojectstherapyfromtheheart.com and address for Peer Projects, Suite 160U, Cummings Center, Beverly, MA 01915]

05/28/2026

All the swing we have in OT at TFTH! ☀️

Moon swing
T-swing
Acrobat swing
Banana swing
Platform swing
Galaxy swing
Frog swing
Stand swing
Bolster swing
Baby swing
Button swing
Net swing
Rocket swing
Trapeze swing
Glider swing
Climbing rope swing
Tire swing

{Video description: Two female OTs with brown hair are seen in busy sensory gyms swinging on the colorful Moon swing, T-swing, Acrobat swing, Banana swing, Platform swing, Galaxy swing, Frog swing, Stand swing, Bolster swing, Baby swing, Button swing, Net swing, Rocket swing, Trapeze swing, Glider swing, Climbing rope swing, Tire swing smiling and having fun.}

05/27/2026

What is Situational Mutism? 🌼

{Image Description: A soft pastel educational graphic with pale yellow vertical stripes framing the top and bottom borders. In the center, teal script text reads “Situational Mutism.” Below, smaller serif text says, “What is it? Previously referred to as ‘Selective Mutism’.” The background is a light cream color, and the Peer Projects logo appears in the bottom right corner.}

Transcription: Situational Mutism, What is it? Previously referred to as “Selective Mutism” Situational Mutism is a complex anxiety response that impacts an individual’s ability to speak in specific situations. Situational vs. Selective Medically, Situational Mutistim is still referred to as ‘Selective Mutism.’ The community prefers Situational Mutism because ‘selective’ implies choice, and Situational Mutism is NOT a choice.
How we can support
Individualized care
Provide a safe space
Offer alternative methods of communication (ie. text, AAC etc.)
Do not place shame or guilt on an individual when they are unable to access spoken communication
Be patient & kind

05/25/2026

Happy Memorial Day from all of us at Peer Projects Therapy from The Heart 💛 Please enjoy safely and remember those who gave the ultimate sacrifice 🇺🇸

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05/24/2026

Thinking of Summer this Memorial Day Weekend? While the weather might not be worth celebrating here in MA we have lots of programs launched in our Summer Enrichment Series - check out our website for all that is currently on offer and check back often as we will be adding more in the coming weeks 💛💻

Image Description {a green, yellow and white blurred background with the Peer Projects logo at the top of the page. Summer Enrichment 2026 is in white bold print in the center and the website www.peerprojectstherapyfromtheheart.com is listed underneath along with the address for Peer Projects, Suite 160U, Cummings Center, Beverly, MA 01915}

Transcription [Peer Projects logo. Summer Enrichment 2026, website www.peerprojectstherapyfromtheheart.com and address for Peer Projects, Suite 160U, Cummings Center, Beverly, MA 01915]

05/21/2026

Why we use balloons in OT! 🎈

👌Fine Motor Dexterity: Placing the balloon onto the nozzle works on precision and fine motor dexterity skills

💪 Hand & upper body strength: Using the pump requires effort from both hands, helping build strength and endurance.

🤲 Bilateral coordination: Works on using both hands to work together to hold and pump the balloon.

🌈 Co-Regulation: promotes shared engagement and connection through playful interactions

👀 Visual tracking: Watching the balloon fly around the room works on following a moving object.

Bonus points for all giggles from hearing the silly noise it makes! 🤭

{Visual Description: The video begins with a colorful bucket of all different color balloons. A child’s hands are seen pumping up an orange rocket balloon on a blue and black pump. The rocket balloon flies across a busy sensory gym environment up the ceiling and to the window before falling to the ground}

05/20/2026

Join us for this amazing parent night!💛

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Transcription:
Parent Info Night - Growing up with Autism, ARFID, and Anxiety: Things I wish my parents knew

Thursday May 28th from 6:30-7:30PM
Location: 800 Cummings Center suite 160U Beverly, MA

Peer Project’s own social media consultant, Evelyn Fellows, will be presenting on her lived experiences as a teen with Autism and ARFID (Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder). She will provide insight into ways to support neurodivergent kids and teens as well as what she wishes caregivers knew about these diagnoses. This talk will provide information about what these diagnoses mean, how it impacts her personally, and tips and strategies caregivers and therapists can carry over Into their own lives.

Evelyn is currently a senior at Pingree School in Hamilton, MA and will be attending Smith College in the fall. She is very passionate about disability representation in the media and is an advocate and educator in her community.

Please RSVP to [email protected] if interested in attending.

05/18/2026

Happy National Speech Language Pathologist Day! Today we celebrate the incredible Speech-Language Pathologists who empower individuals to connect, communicate, and thrive every day. 💛

Image Description: A soft pastel graphic with cream and pale yellow vertical stripes bordering the top and bottom. In the center, sage green text reads “Happy National Speech Language Pathologist Day!” Below, black text says, “Celebrating our amazing team of SLP’s who are dedicated to supporting individuals to connect, communicate, and thrive!” The Peer Projects logo appears at the bottom center.

Transcription: Happy National Speech Language Pathologist Day. Celebrating our amazing team of SLP’s who are dedicated to supporting individuals to connect, communicate, and thrive!

Address

Peer Projects: 800 Cummings Ctr, Suite 160-U; Therapy From The Heart: 100 Cummings Ctr, Ste 341J
Beverly, MA
01915

Website

http://www.peerprojectstherapyfromtheheart.com/

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