Eyas Landing

06/03/2026

When children learn to name their feelings, calm their bodies, and keep trying through hard moments, they build skills that support learning, friendships, confidence, and daily routines.
These are called intrapersonal skills—self-awareness, self-regulation, and self-motivation.

At Eyas Landing, our multidisciplinary therapy team helps children strengthen these skills through family-centered, evidence-based support across home, school, clinic, and telehealth settings.

Our article, “Teaching Intrapersonal Skills to Young Children: A Guide for Chicago Families,” shares practical ways you can support your child’s emotional growth, including:
-Simple feeling-identification activities
-Calm-down strategies for big emotions
-Goal-setting ideas that build motivation
-Tips for supporting neurodiverse learners

Read the full article for helpful tools you can start using at home today: https://eyaslanding.com/teaching-intrapersonal-skills-to-young-children/

At Eyas Landing in Chicago, helping children understand what they feel, why they feel it, and how to manage those feelings is one of the most powerful gifts we can offer. These abilities are known as intrapersonal skills and form the foundation of emotional well‑being, academic

05/31/2026

Marble run is a fun game that helps promote problem-solving, fine motor, and spatial reasoning skills!

05/29/2026

Jumping on the trampoline is a fun and engaging activity we use in therapy sessions to provide sensory input, build core and leg strength, and improve gross motor coordination and balance.

05/23/2026

A sensory bin clothespin search-and-find game is a fun way to help improve pincer grip (coordinating the thumb and index finger to pick up small objects) and strengthen intrinsic hand muscles.

05/21/2026

Did you know Lycra was invented in 1958 for clothes, but is now a favorite tool in occupational therapy? This stretchy material provides gentle, deep pressure that helps calm the nervous system and builds body awareness. Acting like a firm, reassuring hug for your child. It's a fantastic way to build confidence and coordination right in your living room!

Partnering with your family means sharing tools you can use every day. Read our full guide on how to create fun, calming Lycra activities at home: https://eyaslanding.com/how-to-guide-to-using-lycra-at-home-chicago-therapy/

What is Lycra? With so many options in a city as big as Chicago, choosing the right tools that actually help your neurodiverse child can feel overwhelming. One great choice is Lycra. It's simple to use, kid‑approved, and adds fun to everyday

05/19/2026

May is Behavior Therapist Appreciation Month and we're celebrating our incredible (R)BTs & BCBAs!

05/12/2026

When we shift our focus from playing by rigid rules to playing for connection, we open the door to fun! In our latest article, "Tips for Family Game Nights with Neurodiverse Children," we share 10 practical strategies to meet your family exactly where you are:
💙 Choose cooperative games that build teamwork instead of competition.
💙 Use simple visual rules to provide calming, clear expectations.
💙 Create a comfortable environment tailored to your child's specific sensory needs.

Learn more: https://eyaslanding.com/tips-for-family-game-nights-with-neurodiverse-children/

In a city as lively as Chicago, there are countless opportunities to try something new with your child. Even when life feels busy, taking the time each week to pause and create moments of connection are important and can be extremely rewarding. For families with neurodiverse

05/10/2026

Happy Mother's Day! We're giving mom superpowers because every mother is a superhero!

05/07/2026

Finding the right path for a child who needs extra support can feel overwhelming. In our new article, "Early Intervention Play-Based Therapy and Social Work," we explore the vital role social workers and counselors play in your child's care team. They step in to observe, support, and build on the strengths your family already has.

They help:
-Coordinate care across different therapies
-Introduce coping skills for daily routines
-Ensure skills learned in therapy transfer to your real life at home

Learn more: https://eyaslanding.com/play-based-social-work/

Why is play therapy important for your child? Did you know that the earliest play you facilitate with your child is Peek-a-boo? Peek-a-boo helps your child understand object permanence, meaning the child has an idea that even though they can’t see your smiling face, they still know you exist. Ther...

05/02/2026

Getting ready for all the beautiful spring flowers by coming up with ideas for what we'd like to see in our very own garden!