Categories for Autism

Carolina Therapy Connection is now the first Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) in Eastern NC! Carolina Therapy Connection is now the first Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) in Eastern North Carolina. The CAC designation is granted by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). This certification requires staff to complete autism-specific training and professional… View Article

Welcome to another episode from our new series: Carolina Therapy Connection Staff Spotlight Vlog Time to have some fun and learn more about our team of pediatric therapists and education specialists. Go behind the scenes to get a glimpse of our culture and meet our work family! Leah and Baleigh are occupational therapists who are… View Article

As we get ready to transition back into the clinic after COVID-19, things will be a little different. Check out this social story and share with your kiddos before they come in for therapy so they are prepared. Social stories are helpful for children with Autism, Sensory Processing Disorder, Anxiety and ADHD. Social stories help… View Article

Sensory Rooms Sensory gyms and sensory rooms are becoming more popular, and this is great news for children who have sensory concerns.  Sensory input can be very therapeutic for children with ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Sensory Processing Disorder, when carried out in a controlled and intentional manner.  When used appropriately, specific types of sensory feedback… View Article

Sensory Gyms and their Importance in Therapy   The joys and challenges of parenting are apparent, no matter what your child’s abilities. However, when your child has a sensory processing disorder (SPD), you face a set of challenges other parents do not. Everyday life settings often do not accommodate children with SPD. Some children who… View Article

We are proud to celebrate Laurel’s certification as an Autism Specialist!    What is a Certified Autism Specialist?   Laurel is one of our amazing speech language therapists who has voluntarily worked towards becoming a Certified Autism Specialist in order to further develop her skill set in helping treat individuals with autism. A Certified Autism… View Article

Looking for gifts that will also promote developmental skills? The following gift ideas, suggested by our licensed therapists, have been categorized into developmental skill areas: Games Motor Planning I can do That!(Cat and the Hat) https://www.amazon.com/Cat-Hat-Can-That-Game/dp/B0016LKFXE/ref=sr_1_1?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1543518825&sr=1-1&keywords=i+can+do+that+game Twister Red Rover Handwriting/Literacy Boggle/Boggle Jr.https://www.amazon.com/Boggle-Junior-Game-Amazon-Exclusive/dp/B00000IWD4/ref=sr_1_1?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1543519226&sr=1-1&keywords=boggle+jr Scrabble Rory’s Story Cubes See & Spell by Melissa & Doug https://www.amazon.com/Melissa-Doug-Educational-Double-Sided-Spelling/dp/B0007Y4DLG/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1543519995&sr=1-1-spons&keywords=see+and+spell+melissa+and+doug&psc=1 I like… View Article

Join us at Carolina Therapy Connection for our 2nd Annual Sensitive Santa Event  Thursday, December 13th from 6pm to 7:30pm at our Greenville Clinic   This FREE event is for all children with special needs and their families. Come and enjoy some tasty treats, play games, have fun in our newly expanded sensory gym, and… View Article

Updated Sensory Gym Opening in October 2018! Our 1st phase of our expansion is expected to be completed in October 2018 The 1st phase will consist of a 2600 sq. foot state-of-the-art sensory gym.. the LARGEST in Eastern North Carolina! It will house: 24 suspended swings and equipment 200 sq. foot rock climbing wall Loft… View Article

Stimming, or self-stimulatory behavior, is characterized by repetitive body movements or movement of objects to gain sensory input. Children can “stim” from visual, auditory (hearing), oral (taste), tactile (touch), vestibular (movement), and/or proprioceptive (joint) input. Common stimming behaviors include staring at lights or fans, making vocal sounds, mouthing or chewing objects, scratching or biting, rocking… View Article