Creative Therapy

29/09/2025

Being your child’s parent matters more than being their best friend.
Children need guidance, boundaries, and discipline just as much as they need love. Friendship is important, but it should never replace your role as a parent.

When you set limits with care, you teach respect. When you enforce rules with consistency, you build character. And when you balance authority with warmth, you gain your child’s trust for life.

Choose to be a parent first—friendship will follow in a deeper, lasting way.

One of the most common debates in parenting is whether to be your child’s friend or their parent. Many parents want their children to feel close to them and often believe that acting like a friend will keep communication open. While it is natural to want a warm and loving relationship, children ne...

25/09/2025

How far we have come since the 80s!, Alhumdulilah.

Autism was once referred to as a 'mental illness' where as now we understand that it is a neurodevelopmental condition and it has to do more with how the brain processes information.

We also know with proper therapy most children with autism can thrive.

25/09/2025

Too often, people focus on “fixing” or “figuring out” autism. But autism is not a mystery to crack—it’s a way of experiencing the world. Behind every label is a child, a teen, or an adult with their own strengths, challenges, and story.

What they need most isn’t judgment or pressure—it’s understanding, respect, and love. When we shift from trying to “solve” autism to truly embracing the person, we create space for growth, connection, and acceptance.

Let’s see autism for what it is: a different perspective, not a problem.

08/09/2025

🌟 Every child learns differently. For some, reading, writing, math, or even everyday tasks don’t come easily. This doesn’t mean they aren’t smart—it just means their brain works in a different way.

📘 Dyslexia makes reading harder. A child may struggle to recognize words or read as quickly as their friends.

🔢 Dyscalculia makes math confusing. Numbers, patterns, and problem-solving may feel overwhelming.

✍️ Dysgraphia makes writing difficult. Children may have messy handwriting or trouble getting their thoughts down on paper.

🎯 Dyspraxia makes coordination harder. Simple things like tying shoes, using buttons, or holding a pencil can feel like a big challenge.

💡 These challenges are not about laziness or lack of effort. They are neurological differences—ways the brain processes information. With understanding and the right support, children can learn, grow, and thrive.

❤️ What matters most is noticing the signs early, supporting them with patience, and believing in their potential. Every child has strengths waiting to shine.

👉 If you see your child struggling in these areas, don’t wait. The right help at the right time can make all the difference.

06/09/2025

🧠💬 What Is Stimming—and Why Does It Happen in So Many Ways?

Stimming (self-stimulatory behavior) helps children with autism and sensory challenges feel calm, focused, or just express themselves.

There’s no single way to stim. It depends on what a child’s body needs.

Here are some common types of stimming:

🔵 Tactile Stimming
Touching, rubbing, or tapping objects or skin.
Examples:
• Rubbing soft fabric
• Scratching surfaces
• Repeatedly touching hair or fingers

🔄 Vestibular Stimming
Involves movement and balance.
Examples:
• Spinning in circles
• Rocking back and forth
• Swinging for long periods

👀 Visual Stimming
Focuses on how things look.
Examples:
• Watching spinning objects
• Staring at lights
• Waving fingers in front of the eyes

👂 Auditory Stimming
Related to sound.
Examples:
• Repeating words or phrases
• Making humming or clicking noises
• Playing the same sound over and over

👐 Proprioceptive Stimming
Seeks pressure or deep movement.
Examples:
• Jumping
• Banging into things
• Tight hugs or squeezing objects

👃Olfactory Stimming
Involves smell.
• Sniffing people, objects, or clothing
• Smelling hands or fingers
• Seeking strong or unusual scents (like markers or soaps)
These behaviors aren't “bad”—they’re a way for children to regulate their nervous system.

✅ Instead of stopping stimming, ask:
What is my child trying to feel or avoid right now?
Is the behavior safe? Can I redirect it when needed?

Understanding the why helps you respond with care, not correction.

💬 What kinds of stims does your child use the most?

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13/08/2025

Ever feel like your child is bright but school just isn’t clicking?
They try, but reading, writing, or math still feel like an uphill climb.

Sometimes it’s not about effort—it’s about how their brain learns.
And that could mean a learning disability.

In this video, I talk about the signs you can look for, how to keep track of what’s happening, and the right steps to get answers.
Because the sooner you know, the sooner you can help your child feel confident and capable again.

Every child deserves to feel successful in school—this is where it starts.

I've put the link to the video in the first comment! 🔗

11/08/2025

📚 Back to School Special 🎒

Get your child ready for success this school year!
Save 10% on psychological assessments and consultations with Creative Therapy Oman.

🗓 Offer valid until September 30th, 2025

🌐 Visit: creativetherapy-oman.com
💬 WhatsApp us at 94381300 to book your consultation today!

Helping kids learn, grow, and thrive since 2007

06/08/2025

Helping Kids Learn Social Skills Through Role Play

For many kids with autism, ADHD, or speech delays, knowing what to say or how to act in social situations can feel tricky. That’s where role play can make a big difference.

By pretending to order at a restaurant, greet a friend, or ask for help, children get to practice:

How to take turns in a conversation

Listening to others and responding

Using new words and sentences naturally

Understanding how their actions affect others

Start small—pick familiar situations and act them out together. Show them what to say, then switch roles so they can try. Use props, pictures, or even a favorite toy to make it fun.

With each role play, you’re giving your child a safe space to practice social skills, build confidence, and be ready for real-life moments.

What’s one social situation your child could practice this week?

The 🔗 to the full podcast is in the comments

10/07/2025

Let’s be honest—many children aren’t benefiting from online therapy.

We see it all the time. Therapists offer speech, occupational, and behavior therapy online. Sessions are scheduled, worksheets are emailed, video calls happen… but the child isn’t engaged. There’s no real progress. Parents feel frustrated, but they’re told to "keep going."

The truth is, online therapy often doesn’t work for children with autism, ADHD, speech delays, or sensory needs. These kids need hands-on support, face-to-face interaction, and a therapist who can guide them in real time—not through a screen.

We’ve seen children who scream and shut down online come alive in a sensory room. Non-verbal kids who stay silent on Zoom begin pointing and vocalizing in person. In face-to-face sessions, therapists can observe, redirect, connect, and adjust immediately—something no online platform can offer.

If your child isn’t making progress, don’t just assume the problem is with them. The format matters.

Your child deserves therapy that actually works—not just therapy that’s convenient.

Let’s be honest—many children aren’t benefiting from online therapy. We see it all the time. Therapists offer speech, occupational, and behavior therapy online. Sessions are scheduled, worksheets are emailed, video calls happen… but the child isn’t engaged. There’s no real progress. Pare...

09/07/2025

These images show the difference real connection makes.

Children with disabilities often struggle to stay focused, understand instructions, or feel motivated during online therapy. But in-person sessions create space for trust, hands-on support, and real progress.

When a therapist is beside the child—not behind a screen—everything changes.

04/07/2025

This child with autism is calmly focused as she works on her pattern block activity. Right now, she's in Phase One, where she matches shapes by placing them directly over the picture.

This helps her:

👉🏻strengthen hand control and coordination
👉🏻 recognize shapes and how they fit together
👉🏻 build patience and attention

Phase Two will challenge her memory—asking her to recreate the design without the picture underneath.

For now, she’s building confidence, one piece at a time.

For more information about us, contact us by what's app at wa.me/96894381300 or visit our website at www.creativetherapy-oman.com

27/06/2025

This young child is nonverbal and on the autism spectrum—but that doesn’t stop her from expressing herself.

Using her AAC device, she’s learning to ask questions like “What color is next?” while sorting colored blocks.

She’s not just learning colors—she’s learning to use her voice, make choices, and take part in meaningful interaction.

Every tap on the device is a step toward connection.