Grow Together Therapy

10/30/2025

🌿 Life Skills Co-Op Spotlight: Taking Care of Our Skin!

This week at the Grow Together Therapy Life Skills Co-Op, we focused on one of the most important parts of our body — our skin!

✨ What is our skin?
Our skin is our body’s largest organ! It protects us, helps us feel the world around us, and even helps us know when something is too hot, too cold, or too rough.

✨ What does it do?
Skin plays a big role in sensory processing — it gives us feedback about pressure, texture, and temperature. As occupational therapists, we know that understanding these sensations helps kids build body awareness, develop self-care routines, and feel confident in their daily occupations (like bathing, dressing, or participating in group activities).

✨ How do we take care of it?
Our Co-Op explored ways to nurture our skin from the outside in! Each child created their own lotion with essential oils, learning to follow a sequence of steps, mix ingredients safely, and talk about preferences for smells and textures. Activities like this strengthen fine motor skills, executive functioning, and sensory regulation — all through play and connection.

At Grow Together Therapy, we believe that learning life skills means more than checking a box — it’s about building independence, confidence, and self-awareness in meaningful, hands-on ways.

💛 When kids learn how to care for themselves, they begin to understand that their bodies are worth caring for — and that’s the foundation of lifelong well-being.

10/29/2025

What an awesome event last night at with 🎃

Thank you to everyone who stopped over and made a sensory bin with us!

Grow Together is accepting new patients & we are so excited to see more of you!

10/27/2025

Is it really just “bad behavior”… or is your child’s nervous system overwhelmed?

If transitions, toothbrushing, certain clothes, or unexpected changes lead to tears, resistance, or meltdowns… it might not be about disobedience. It might be sensory.

As a pediatric occupational therapist, I’ve worked with countless families who feel stuck in daily battles… only to realize their child wasn’t being difficult, their nervous system was having a hard time.

This might surprise you, but behavior is communication.
And often, those “overreactions” are your child saying, “I can’t handle this right now.”

Instead of jumping straight to discipline or trying to control the behavior, pause and ask:
❓What’s happening before the meltdown?
❓Are sensory stressors stacking up?
❓ Could your child be dysregulated and overwhelmed?

Understanding the root, especially sensory processing, can transform your child’s day (and yours too).
✅ Easier transitions
✅ Smoother mornings
✅ Stronger connection
✅ Less reactivity

And the good news is you don’t have to guess your way through this.

At Grow Together Therapy, we help parents uncover what’s going on beneath the surface, and figure out what support might actually help.

DM us the word “CONNECT” or use the link in our bio to book a free 15-minute consult.

Let’s look under the behavior, together.

10/24/2025

Bedtime at our house isn’t quiet… and that’s by design 😅

As a pediatric occupational therapist (and mom of two energetic kiddos!), our nighttime routine is less “calm and still” and more “crashing, snacks, and connection.”

Here’s why it works 👇
🏃‍♂️Movement (wrestling, jumping, crashing) → gives proprioceptive input that helps release energy and organize the body before rest
🍽️ Eating and chewing → provides oral sensory input that promotes body awareness and regulation (yes, the endless bedtime snacks serve a purpose 😂)
🛁 Warm bath → deep pressure + temperature changes cue the nervous system to relax
📚 Books + connection → predictable routines and closeness signal safety… which is what really prepares kids for sleep

Calm doesn’t mean silent... it means regulated enough to rest.

💛 If bedtime feels overwhelming, you’re not alone. Occupational Therapists can help you create routines that work for your family!

➡️ DM us the word “CONTACT” or click the link in our bio to learn how we support sensory regulation, routines, and family connection (one bedtime crash at a time!)

10/23/2025

See you next week!

Join us on Oct 28th! 🌟

This fall marks the beginning of our new partnership with HealthSource of Ohio and Grow Together Therapy, along with the opening of our NEW facility in Loveland, Ohio. Join us on Tuesday, October 28, for our Pumpkin Patch Party 🎃, a family-friendly evening filled with face painting, balloon animals, Hawaiian ice and a petting zoo!

📍 455 Wards Corner Road, Loveland, OH 🕔 5–7 pm EDT We can’t wait to welcome you and share what’s ahead for our community!

Register for free here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pumpkin-patch-party-with-impacting-tomorrow-and-healthsource-of-ohio-tickets-1603128994979

10/22/2025

You finally decide to reach out for support… and then freeze.


What actually happens when you contact a pediatric occupational therapist?

We hear this all the time from families searching things like:

🔍 “How do I know if my child needs OT?”

🔍 “Do I need a referral for pediatric occupational therapy?”

🔍 “Is this behavior sensory or something else?”

You don’t need all the answers to take the first step. Just the sense that something’s off and the right people to talk it through with.

Let me walk you through the exact steps, so you can move forward with clarity and confidence.

✨ Here’s exactly what happens when you reach out to Grow Together Therapy:

1️⃣ A real conversation. You share what you’ve been noticing… like meltdowns, challenges with transitions, or teacher feedback. We listen, ask supportive questions, and explore if we’re a good fit.

2️⃣ Simple paperwork + flexible scheduling. We’ll send forms that actually make sense, and offer times that work for your family’s rhythm: in-home, at school, or at our Loveland, OH space.

3️⃣ An evaluation that feels safe and natural. We’re observing how your child plays, regulates, and responds.

4️⃣ A plan that makes sense. You’ll get clear explanations of what we saw, what it means, and how we can support your child’s development.

5️⃣ Therapy that meets your child where they are. Every session is play-based, trust-first, and customized to your child’s needs.

We’ve worked with so many parents who said:
“I wasn’t sure if this was enough to ask for help…”

Here’s your reminder:

You don’t need to wait for a crisis.

You just need a starting place, and a team that sees your whole child (and sees you, too).

Start with a free 15-minute consult call: no pressure, just a conversation to help you feel more grounded in your next steps.

💛 Save this post for when you’re ready.

Or send it to a friend who’s been quietly wondering the same things.

10/22/2025

Occupational therapy shouldn’t leave you more confused than when you started. Here’s how we change that

“I never understood what happened in the session.”“It felt disconnected.”“Why can’t we use it at home?”

These are the quiet frustrations we hear from parents who want therapy that actually makes sense, therapy that connects the dots between the clinic and everyday life.

At Grow Together Therapy, we believe occupational therapy should translate into your child’s real world, not just the session.

Here’s how we help:
🔍 Walk away with clarity! You’ll always know what we’re doing, why we’re doing it, and how it supports your child’s sensory regulation, emotional control, and motor development.
✅ Life-rooted plans - Every goal and activity is designed around your child’s sensory needs, motor strengths, and your family’s natural rhythm… because growth happens in the moments between sessions.
🤝 Co-creation over hand-off - You’re not watching from the sidelines; you’re part of the process. We collaborate with parents every step of the way, building confidence and carryover at home.
🔄 Carryover is non-negotiable - Our strategies don’t stop when the session ends. We make sure skills transfer into home, school, and community life… where they matter most.

Because progress isn’t about more therapy hours. It’s about better ones, ones that feel intentional, connected, and sustainable.

If therapy has ever felt confusing, disconnected, or like it just doesn’t “stick,” you deserve better support.

DM us the word “CONNECT” or tap the link in bio to schedule a free call and see what consistent, meaningful growth really looks like.

10/22/2025

You finally decide to reach out for support… and then freeze.

What actually happens when you contact a pediatric occupational therapist?

We hear this all the time from families searching things like:
🔍 “How do I know if my child needs OT?”
🔍 “Do I need a referral for pediatric occupational therapy?”
🔍 “Is this behavior sensory or something else?”

You don’t need all the answers to take the first step. Just the sense that something’s off and the right people to talk it through with.
Let me walk you through the exact steps, so you can move forward with clarity and confidence.

✨ Here’s exactly what happens when you reach out to Grow Together Therapy:
1️⃣ A real conversation. You share what you’ve been noticing… like meltdowns, challenges with transitions, or teacher feedback. We listen, ask supportive questions, and explore if we’re a good fit.
2️⃣ Simple paperwork + flexible scheduling. We’ll send forms that actually make sense, and offer times that work for your family’s rhythm: in-home, at school, or at our Loveland, OH space.
3️⃣ An evaluation that feels safe and natural. We’re observing how your child plays, regulates, and responds.
4️⃣ A plan that makes sense. You’ll get clear explanations of what we saw, what it means, and how we can support your child’s development.
5️⃣ Therapy that meets your child where they are. Every session is play-based, trust-first, and customized to your child’s needs.

We’ve worked with so many parents who said:
“I wasn’t sure if this was enough to ask for help…”

Here’s your reminder:
You don’t need to wait for a crisis.
You just need a starting place, and a team that sees your whole child (and sees you, too).

Start with a free 15-minute consult call: no pressure, just a conversation to help you feel more grounded in your next steps.

💛 Save this post for when you’re ready.
Or send it to a friend who’s been quietly wondering the same things.

10/20/2025

If meltdowns feel like they happen “out of nowhere”... there’s usually more going on beneath the surface.

As a pediatric occupational therapist, one of the most common things I support families with is identifying the early signs of dysregulation.
👉 Because once we understand the nervous system, we can support it... before things fall apart.

Here’s what to watch for before a meltdown:
✔️ They keep switching between toys, can’t settle on anything
✔️ Play gets louder, chaotic, or shuts down completely
✔️ Small requests (like “put on your shoes”) trigger a big reaction

These are early signs of sensory overload and nervous system stress, not misbehavior.

What you can do in the moment:
✅ Slow everything down, talk less, move gently
✅ Offer a sensory reset: movement, snack, weighted item, or a quiet space
✅ Reflect later: What stacked up? Was it a transition, sensory input, or something else?
The more we learn to spot the signs of dysregulation, the more peaceful and connected our days can be.

Save this so it’s there when you need it, and we’ll be here to support you through it! 🤝

10/13/2025

Join Impacting Tomorrow, HealthSource of Ohio and Grow Together Therapy Tuesday, October 28, for our Pumpkin Patch Party 🎃, a family-friendly evening filled with games, food, and entertainment.

How you can be a part of the fun:
🎃JOIN US at the Pumpkin Patch Party and bring your family and friends! RSVP and let us know you're coming.
http://bit.ly/42COPU6
🎃CANDY ANYONE? Help us provide lots of treats to the kiddos joining us. Drop off a bag of candy in our Donation Drop Off shed or send something from our Amazon Wishlist.
https://bit.ly/47mpCzU

📍 455 Wards Corner Road, Loveland, OH
🕔 5–7 pm EDT

We can’t wait to welcome you and share what’s ahead for our community!

10/03/2025

Growing Together entails growing our reach and connecting with other organizations who are moving the needle for families in ways that are beyond what is ‘normal’

Therapy Works is just that! This afternoon we met with Therapy Works to show them Impacting Tomorrow and discussed different ways in which our teams can Grow Together to help our community!

Thank you Therapy Works for all you do and continue to do for the betterment of our communities!

10/01/2025

As Grow Together grows our Executive Team met to discuss and reflect on the past year, the growth, change and update our core values to reflect where we have come and where we are going.

At the heart of what we do here are all focused on Excellence and Relationship. And we reflected our values to emphasize this:

Resliance- to push through contentment in practice and business

Connection- to build trust and relationship with our families and our teammates

Affirming- focus to affirm and care for our families, not the standardized test. Also to affirm our teammates and focus on growing together.

Curiosity- maintaining a culture of growth through challenge and exploration in all aspects of care and growth

Integrity- understanding that we represent a concept bigger than ourselves and to hold true to our values and our ethics in all areas.

Collaboration- to focus on respecting the view and values of another person and working together to meet to a solution.

Our team is expanding to involve new team members who align with these values and this was just the start!