Some children just cannot do as they are told. They simply close their ears or worse, do the exact opposite of what they were instructed. This week’s vlog gives practical advice and is a must see … [Read more...] about Learning to Listen with Theraplay
A Mother’s Love
Everything about Sara was uber. Uber smart. Uber talented. Uber needy. Uber physically strong. She was self-centered and had intense sensory needs. Our work together at The Thrive Group focused … [Read more...] about A Mother’s Love
Home Therapy with Raquel
Meet Raquel Bondar, MS, OTR, a warm and creative occupational therapist at the Thrive Group. The summer months tend to trigger mixed emotions for parents. While there are … [Read more...] about Home Therapy with Raquel
ABC’s to Help Reduce Your Child’s/Student’s Anxiety
The Thrive Group was honored to participate in the ProvidEd Expo in Brooklyn, NY on May 14, 2019. Miriam and Raquel were available at The Thrive Group booth for free 15 minute … [Read more...] about ABC’s to Help Reduce Your Child’s/Student’s Anxiety
Fighting the Storm – Tantrums
This poem was written by Yenti Friedman, an Israel client. My son had a 3-week long tantrumAnd now things are going back to normSo I’ve taken the time to stop and thinkOf what has brought calm … [Read more...] about Fighting the Storm – Tantrums
A Positive Approach for Positive Growth Part 2
Part 1 of the Positive Approach for Positive Growth Series discusses what the Nurtured Hearth Approach is and how it can transform the life of your family by positively fostering complimentary skills … [Read more...] about A Positive Approach for Positive Growth Part 2
A Positive Approach for Positive Growth
At times, we can notice behaviors in our children that we wish we could change, for their own good, and for our own sanity. Yet, no child appreciates constant nagging and reminders to improve, a … [Read more...] about A Positive Approach for Positive Growth
Give your child an all-day hug
Does your child seem clingy and want touch constantly - hugs and cuddles, or climbing on your back whenever you sit down? In occupational therapy we use spandex to help children feel centered … [Read more...] about Give your child an all-day hug
Transitioning Made Easy with Rhythm & Metronome
There can be nothing as frustrating as having to get your over-the-top hyper child to calm down, or to motivate your tired child to his/her homework. When we need to get our child moving on to the … [Read more...] about Transitioning Made Easy with Rhythm & Metronome