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Debunking the Most Common Myths Regarding AAC
May is Better Speech and Hearing Month and here at CI we are so excited to celebrate all the unique ways individuals communicate! One form of communication we love to teach is Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) but it can often be misunderstood. What is...
Healing Benefits of Nature
There is nothing like a breath of fresh air. Research has shown that finding a sense of connection with natural surroundings can have a positive effect on mental health, including lowering symptoms of anxiety and depression. There are also many physical benefits to...
Never Too Old for Story Time: Shared Reading with Older Children
We all know about the summer “Beach Read”, but what better time is there than the frigid months of Wisconsin winter to curl up on the couch with a good book? Add your child into the equation and did you know that this cozy classic comes with secondhand benefits? The...
What’s the Scoop on Gestalt Language Processing?
“To infinity and beyond!” “Fish are friends, not food.” Each of us can recite our favorite show or movie lines. But what about when we hear children recite these lines or repeat exactly what we say frequently? Well, they may be a gestalt language processor! Let’s dig...
From Baby Steps to Flapping Their Wings to Fly
As parents, it’s easy to get caught up in the valleys and peaks of childrearing. It may seem like the majority of the time spent during the children’s developing years is an attempt to try to keep the flock flying forward while running interference. The busyness and...
What is the Difference Between School-Based and Outpatient Speech Services?
School-Based and Outpatient Services Both school-based and outpatient services can help children reach their communication and/or feeding goals. However, some key differences can make decisions about which services are best for your child a little complex! Feel free...
Defying Gravity
Children are naturally drawn to test gravity. A lot of development is learning to challenge gravity. Climbing up slides, walking on curbs, climbing trees. This is the ‘work’ of childhood. In very young children, reflexes often support these antigravity movement...
Gross Motor Milestones
Our team of physical therapists work to help kids recover from sports related acute,
chronic, and overuse injuries.
Ways You Can Start Being More Neurodiversity Inclusive Today
Read about Ways You Can Start Being More Neurodiversity Inclusive today on citherapies.com