Developmental Therapy Associates, Inc.

10/17/2025

It’s planting day at DTA Winston-Salem! 🌼

Ms. Allyn’s tip of the day: “Pinch the base and separate it so the plant can accept the new soil"

Kind of like therapy... sometimes you have to dig deep, make space, and let growth take root. 😉

10/14/2025

Proof that not everything in October—or in life—has to be scary!

Take a refreshing break from fear and enjoy this precious moment of learning 👟

What you’re seeing is our step-by-step shoe-tying chart! Each visual and checkmark helps kids master the single-loop method — building fine-motor coordination, focus, and confidence one step at a time.

It’s not just about tying shoes… it’s about learning independence in the most encouraging way possible

10/09/2025

It’s Therapy Thursday!

And the Whooos Whoo is taking advantage of this fun and easy-to-replicate craft! 🦉✨

Our Trick or Treatment series is all about mixing seasonal fun with skill-building activities and this adorable owl hits so many OT goals! From strengthening fine motor skills through cutting and gluing, to improving visual-motor coordination and attention with multi-step sequencing, every step is a learning opportunity. 👏

Plus, the variety of textures offers great sensory input, making this craft as therapeutic as it is festive! 🍂

10/01/2025

🎃 It’s that time again! 🎃

DTA is kicking off an exciting holiday season with its spooktacular month of October! 👻🍂

From tricks and treats to boo-tiful activities, we’ve got something brewing all month long. 🕸️✨

Be sure to check our socials for all of the phant-tastic fun to come — you won’t want to miss a single scare-prise! 🦇🧡

09/22/2025

🍂✨ Fall is here, and it’s the perfect time to bring therapy goals to life at home! ✨🍂

At DTA, we know that progress doesn’t stop when the session ends. That’s why we’ve put together a Fall Bucket List filled with cozy, seasonal activities that double as fun ways to practice speech and occupational therapy skills. 🎃🍁🍎☕

From carving pumpkins to making hot chocolate, these activities encourage carryover, helping kids apply what they learn in therapy to everyday life. 💪💬✍️

Check out our ideas below and see how easy (and festive!) it can be to support your kiddo’s growth this fall. 🍂❤️

09/07/2025

Looking for a change or your next career move?

DTA has a host of exciting opportunities waiting for you!
With four state-of-the-art clinics across four major cities, you can find the perfect fit for your career.

Check out our DTA Careers page to explore our awesome benefits and (most importantly) read real reflections from staff about their time with us.

Amazing benefits, career growth, and professional development are just one step away.

09/03/2025

🌟 Meet Jessica! 🌟

We are so excited to welcome one of the newest members of our DTA family — Ms. Jessica, an Occupational Therapist at our Winston Salem clinic!

Jessica has already been a huge hit with families, bringing her unique blend of personality, talent, and skill to the Triad community.

Bilingual and an athlete at heart, she’s passionate about dance, soccer, and nature — weaving those interests into fun, creative therapy sessions that truly connect with her kiddos.

In the photos, you’ll see Jessica in action, mixing it up during a feeding therapy session.

Whether she’s kicking up the pace or slowing things down, Jessica always follows the comfort and needs of each child, making therapy both engaging and impactful.
We can’t wait to see all of the cool and creative things Jessica will bring to our Winston Salem team! 💙

DTA Winston Salem:
Phone: 743- 649-6118
Fax:336-790-3717

08/06/2025

Bee all you can bee with the help of an OT! 🐝

Just helping a kiddo make the most of the new school year with some helpful handwriting tips!

Our friend has difficulty holding a pencil using a functional tripod grasp, so their therapist introduced a simple yet effective tool to encourage greater finger flexion and precision during tracing and writing activities.

We love a small tool with a big impact and we always aim to create strategies that are easy to carry over at home.

This simple elastic band grip promotes a more functional and efficient grasp, which supports fine motor development and improves handwriting skills.

There are so many creative ways our therapists make developing important skills more accessible at home!

07/11/2025

A fun Friday riddle to kick off the weekend...

Why did the kiddo come to DTA Raleigh?

To Play-Doh, duh! 😄

It’s no surprise this little one is crushing their goals …..at DTA, play is the work!

We take everyday toys and help kids (and their parents) unlock powerful learning opportunities through meaningful play.

Let’s talk about one of our favorites: Play-Doh!

Whether you’ve got jars stashed at home or remember the smell from childhood, this classic toy is more than just fun….it’s a therapy tool in disguise.

Here’s how Play-Doh builds skills while having fun:
Fine motor development
Hand strength
Creative + imaginative play
Sensory exploration
Emotional regulation (rolling + squeezing = calming!)
Following directions

So next time you pull out that squishy dough, know you're also helping your little one grow!!!

07/10/2025

✨It's Therapy Thursday!✨

Let’s talk about one of the most important building blocks for early social and language development:✨✨✨✨ Parallel Play!✨✨✨✨✨

Around age 2, children begin to engage in parallel play—where they play next to peers, often with similar toys, but without directly interacting. While it might seem like they’re playing alone, this stage is crucial for learning how to observe, imitate, and build comfort in social settings.

From a speech and language perspective, parallel play sets the stage for:

✨Turn-taking
✨Joint attention
✨Early conversations
✨Imitating sounds and actions

This foundational stage paves the way for associative and eventually cooperative play, where real back-and-forth interaction begins — and that’s where language really starts to flourish!

🧩 Play is how children learn — and each stage matters.

07/07/2025

We’re honored to share that Developmental Therapy Associates has once again been nominated for Raleigh’s Best Speech Therapy Provider—our third consecutive year!

In 2023, we placed second. In 2024, we brought home the gold. 🥇
This year, we’re hoping to do it again—and we’d love your support!

Our nomination is a reflection of the incredible connections our therapists build with the families we serve every day. If our team has made a difference in your life or the life of someone you love, please take a moment to vote—it takes less than a minute!

🗳️ Voting is open now through July 25th!

How to vote:

Visit: VoteRaleighsBest.com

Click the Health & Beauty category

Scroll to Speech Therapy

Select Developmental Therapy Associates

Click Review and Cast My Ballot

Thank you for trusting us to be part of your child’s journey. Let’s bring home the win together!

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07/04/2025

In observance of Independence Day, DTA will be closed today, July 4th.

We hope you enjoy a restful and meaningful holiday with those who matter most — whether you're celebrating big or keeping things low-key.

We'll see you back in the clinic soon!