The Therapy Spot

06/01/2026

Calling all speech therapists who prioritize connection over compliance!

The Therapy SPOT is growing our team and looking for a speech therapist to work full time in our Troy office! If you or someone you know is interested in a neurodivergent affirming, play based approach with a supportive team, then let's talk!

You can apply on our website: https://therapyspotmi.com/pages/careers

Check here for part time and full time job opportunities for pediatric speech therapists, pediatric occupational therapists, and pediatric physical therapists, in addition to front office staff. Open positions will be posted here, as well as on LinkedIn and social media (we no longer use Indeed due....

05/31/2026

The “double empathy problem” reminds us that communication challenges between neurodivergent and neurotypical people are not one-sided. It’s not simply that neurodivergent individuals struggle to communicate — it’s that people with different communication styles, experiences, and ways of processing the world can misunderstand each other both ways.

When we shift from asking “How do we make this child appear more typical?” to “How do we better understand and connect with this child?” everything changes. 💛

✨Join us tomorrow for a virtual presentation with Bloom U where will discuss the Double Empathy Problem and other concepts you should know to best support your neurodivergent child or teen!✨

Because support starts with understanding. 🌱

Monday, June 1st
6:30pm
Virtual- all are welcome!

05/29/2026

The “double empathy problem” reminds us that communication challenges between neurodivergent and neurotypical people are not one-sided. It’s not simply that neurodivergent individuals struggle to communicate — it’s that people with different communication styles, experiences, and ways of processing the world can misunderstand each other both ways.

When we shift from asking “How do we make this child appear more typical?” to “How do we better understand and connect with this child?” everything changes. 💛

✨ Join us for our upcoming virtual presentation with where we will discuss topics like the Double Empathy problem and other concepts you should know to best support your neurodivergent child!✨

Because support starts with understanding. 🌱

Mon 6/1 at 6:30pm
Virtual- anyone is welcome!

To register: scan the QR code or use the link
https://www.bloom-u.com/upcoming-schedule

05/29/2026

Communication doesn’t always look like spoken words. 💬

For some children, communication may look like gestures, AAC devices, scripting, body language, movement, sounds, facial expressions, behavior, or silence. Every person deserves to be heard, understood, and supported in the way that works best for them.

As we wrap up Better Speech and Hearing Month, we must remember to celebrate ALL forms of communication. As a society, we must recognize the importance of meeting kids where they are — while honoring connection, regulation, autonomy, and relationships along the way. 💛

05/21/2026

Many adults have grown up as kids who were neurodivergent and did not get the supports they needed; then when they have a child who is neurodivergent, they wonder "who can help me? how do I do this different for my kid?". We know more than before about how a neurodivergent brain works and how to best support our neurodivergent kids and teens. Join our owner and occupational therapist for a virtual Bloom U presentation to dive into this topic!

Monday, June 1st
6:30-8pm
Virtual- all are welcome!

Scan the QR code to register

05/18/2026

05/16/2026

Speaking/writing about this topic feels like screaming during a nightmare.

I feel like absolutely NO ONE wants to hear the absolute FACT that

PRE= BEFORE

BEFORE school
BEFORE writing
BEFORE reading

05/14/2026

A simple task is never simple in the eyes of an OT...

In occupational therapy, the “little things” are rarely little things. 👀

A child stacking blocks might show us motor planning, visual processing, bilateral coordination, attention, sensory regulation, postural strength, frustration tolerance, problem solving, and so much more — all in one simple activity.

What can look like “just play” is actually doing so much more💛

05/13/2026

Today we’re celebrating an incredible milestone for one of our OTs, Jenn — 4 years with our team!

Thank you for the care, compassion, creativity, and dedication you bring to the children and families you support every single day. Your ability to connect, encourage, and make others feel seen has made such a meaningful impact, not only on our clients, but on our entire team as well.

We are so grateful for the knowledge, positivity, and heart you bring into the clinic each day. Watching the relationships you build and the difference you make reminds us exactly why this work matters so much.

Thank you for being such an important part of our team over these last four years. We are lucky to have you and excited for many more years ahead! Congratulations on your work anniversary! 🎉💛

Drop Jenn some notes below!