All About Therapy

05/18/2026

Happy Speech Language Pathology Day! At AAT, we want to shout out the amazing SLPs who work tirelessly to give patients a voice—whether that’s through spoken words, signs, or communication devices.
Whether we’re playing on the floor with our pediatric patients or working on life skills with our adults, our goal remains the same: helping you connect with the world around you.

05/13/2026

Did you know we offer reading tutoring? We provide cash pay or through the Arkansas Literacy Grant. Contact us!

05/01/2026

As we close out April and OT month, give our wonderful OTs some love!! We are thankful for you all and the wonderful work you do!

04/25/2026

More Than Just "Squish" — The OT Power of Play-Doh 🌈👐
Have you ever wondered why every Occupational Therapist has a tub of Play-Doh in their bag? It’s not just to keep kids busy—it’s one of the most effective (and fun!) tools for "brain and body" development!

Next time your kitchen table is covered in colorful crumbs, remember that your child is actually at a mini-workout session for their hands and mind.

The OT Breakdown:

Intrinsic Strengthening: Squeezing and molding builds the tiny muscles in the hands essential for holding a pencil and using scissors.

Fine Motor Skills: Rolling tiny "peas" or pinching edges refines the precision they need for buttoning shirts and tying shoes.

Tactile & Proprioceptive Input: Squishing and pulling provides "heavy work" for the hands, which can be incredibly calming and grounding for a child’s nervous system.

Bilateral Coordination: Using one hand to hold the dough and the other to use a tool (like a rolling pin or cutter) teaches the two sides of the brain to work together.

Visual Motor Integration: Taking what they see in their head and recreating it in 3D develops the hand-eye coordination needed for sports and writing.

Parenting Hack: If the mess feels overwhelming, try a "mess-mat" or a tray—but don't skip the play! Those strong hands are being built one squish at a time. 🛠️✨

04/21/2026

Have you been outside today? Take a walk, play outside, and let those rays do their magic!

While we often worry about SPF, we shouldn't forget that sunshine is one of the simplest (and free!) ways to support our kids' development. It’s about more than just a tan—it’s about a happy mind and a healthy body.

04/14/2026

You might have heard of our program called Safe and Sound theraputic listening protocol and wondered, "what does a session look like?" During a typical session you might see: co-regulation, engaging in a relaxing activity, and connection. Let us know if you have any questions regarding Safe and Sound.

04/12/2026

Trade the pristine clothes for a regulated, happy kid. It’s a fair swap!

04/08/2026

04/06/2026

0–12 Month Development: What to Watch For

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04/03/2026

Fun first, skills always
Reaction time ✔️
Impulse control ✔️
Emotional regulation ✔️
Taking turns ✔️
Crawling for reflex integration ✔️
Therapy disguised as play!