Sensory Processing Therapy in Longwood
Sensory processing therapy helps kids affected by sensory processing disorders learn to regulate and integrate sensory input and improve the processing of sensory information for greater emotional maturity and development of motor skills. This therapy, provided in our Lake Mary office just minutes from Longwood, can be life-changing for children and families affected by SPD.
SPD, or Sensory Processing Disorder affects how a child’s brain processes sensory information. A child can be oversensitive or under-sensitive to sensory stimuli. Do these signs and symptoms of sensory processing disorder sound familiar: sudden mood swings or outbursts, avoiding bright lights or loud noises, running around crashing into things, having tantrums, or appearing clumsy?
If so, your child may be struggling with sensory processing and integration difficulties. Our team of specialized sensory therapists at Pediatric Potentials, Inc. can help your family.
During a sensory processing therapy session, an occupational therapist will use sensory activities like swinging, brushing, bouncing, and physical activity to help a child integrate their responses to the incoming sensory information. Benefits of this therapy include:
- Better focus and attention
- Improved behavior
- Greater coordination
- Reduced anxiety
- More balanced activity level and sleep
If you live in or near Longwood and want to learn more about how sensory processing therapy can help your child, contact us here.