CreaTRIX THERAPY CENTER

05/07/2025

05/07/2025

Please give a warm welcome to our new Licensed Occupational Therapist!

With a passion for helping both children and adults reach their full potential, Kate is a fantastic addition to our family. Whether it’s helping a child master new skills through play or supporting an adult in regaining their independence after an injury, her expertise and caring spirit will benefit our entire community.

Welcome to the team, Miss Kate!

04/07/2025

As a speech and language pathologist, I often meet persistent and loving parents who are eager to put their child in speech/language therapy, but are subtly hesitant when I recommend occupational therapy (OT) simultaneously. Their usual response? “Speech lang naman ang concern, bakit kailangan pa ng OT?” 💭

‼️ Here’s what I try to explain:
A child has to be (1) regulated, (2) engaged, and (3) able to attend before meaningful communication can develop. That’s where occupational therapy comes in. It helps build foundations for communication through movement, play, and sensory work that support the brain, which directly support speech and language progress

Think of OT as the “soil” that speech grows from 🌱 Without it, overall therapy progress may be slow or stalled

Let’s give children what they truly need; not just speech, but the support that helps speech come alive 🗣️ I know it can feel like “extra” work or expense, but when we give them what they truly need, that’s when the real breakthroughs begin 💚

04/07/2025

Deep breaths! ☁️ Breath control is a powerful self-regulation tool that helps manage stress, anxiety, and emotional responses.

😮‍💨By focusing on slow, deep breathing, individuals can activate the parasympathetic nervous system, which promotes a state of calm and relaxation. This practice not only reduces the physical symptoms of stress, such as rapid heart rate and muscle tension, but also enhances mental clarity and emotional stability. Incorporating breath control techniques, such as diaphragmatic breathing or box breathing, can improve focus, reduce impulsivity, and support overall emotional well-being.

☁️Here is more information on how to use breathing strategies in occupational therapy to support all aspects of functioning: https://www.theottoolbox.com/breath-control/

04/07/2025

30/06/2025

28/06/2025

🥹🙏Please teach your children that it's ok to be friends to children with special needs

26/06/2025

Some people don’t just have a job; they have a calling. That’s Teacher Shen!

Please join us in wishing a huge Happy Birthday to one of the most passionate special education teachers we know. As our pioneer SpEd teacher, she set the standard for dedication and care. Having her on our team is truly a gift and we see the impact of her work in the smiles and progress of our students every single day.

Thank you for everything you do, Teacher Shen! May your year be filled with as much joy as you bring to our kids and as wonderful as the futures you help shape. Happy Birthday! 🎉

24/06/2025

"Being kind is free." 💙🥰

20/06/2025

Foundational skills are essential when it comes to every stage of development.

As an OT, I’m often supporting my clients with their fine motor skills so that they can engage and participate in everyday functional tasks.

But did you know that strong gross motor skills are an essential part of fine motor development ?!

This is why it’s important that when working on fine motor skills, you’re also strengthening your gross motor skills, primitive reflexes, and sensory processing too!

15/06/2025

For the fathers who speak the language of patience, who champion with quiet strength, and whose love builds worlds of possibility… 🌎💙🫶🏼

Today, we celebrate the fathers, stepdads, grandpas, and father figures who show up every day with unwavering love, patience, and dedication for their amazing children. Your strength, advocacy, and belief in your child’s potential inspire us constantly. Thank you for partnering with us on this path. We see you, we appreciate you, and we’re honored to support your family.

Happy Father’s Day to the incredible dads walking this journey with us! 💙

13/06/2025

Connection first is co-regulation. This is the core of development. Here is more information and resources: https://www.theottoolbox.com/co-regulation/