Connections Therapy Centers

Connections Therapy Centers East Idaho's leading therapy center. Connecting every patient to their full potential.

Eastern Idaho's leading therapy center, helping you make the connections you need, all under one roof. Speech Therapy | Language Therapy | Physical Therapy | Occupational Therapy

When people hear “physical therapy,” they often think of adults recovering from injuries.But pediatric PT is all about h...
03/15/2026

When people hear “physical therapy,” they often think of adults recovering from injuries.

But pediatric PT is all about helping kids move with strength, balance, and confidence! From early milestones to sports injuries, we support the way kids walk, run, climb, and play every step of the way. 💛

If you’ve ever questioned your child’s movement or coordination, it’s okay to ask. Early support can make a big difference.

Our occupational therapists focus on the everyday skills that help kids feel confident and independent — from using thei...
03/12/2026

Our occupational therapists focus on the everyday skills that help kids feel confident and independent — from using their hands to staying regulated and managing daily tasks.

If one or more of these areas feels harder than it should, you’re not alone. Sometimes a little extra support can make a big difference!

03/10/2026

A simple pencil grip trick that can make a big difference. ✏️

Our Director of OT, Brian, shares an easy way to help kids remember proper finger placement when holding a pencil. Think of it like a car:
🚗 Thumb = the driver
🚗 Pointer finger = the passenger
🚗 Middle finger = the baby in the back seat (under the pencil)

He also shows a quick hack using a small ball of tape at the end of the pencil to help guide hand placement and reinforce the correct grip.

Small strategies like this can help build better handwriting habits and make writing more comfortable for kids.

Save this tip for later and reach out if your child could use extra support with handwriting! ✏️

Kids don’t all develop on the same timeline — and they aren’t supposed to.Some need more time, some need more support, a...
03/09/2026

Kids don’t all develop on the same timeline — and they aren’t supposed to.
Some need more time, some need more support, and some need both.

The goal isn’t to rush them. It’s to help them grow with confidence!

Your baby is learning to talk long before they say their first word! From cooing and babbling to short phrases, each sta...
03/05/2026

Your baby is learning to talk long before they say their first word! From cooing and babbling to short phrases, each stage of vocal development builds on the one before it.

Kids don’t all develop at the same pace, but knowing what to listen for can help you recognize when extra support might help. Early intervention can make a big difference!

💬 2–4 months: cooing�
😄 4–6 months: squealing & vocal play�
🗣️ 6–9 months: babbling�
👶 10–12 months: first words�
🧩 by 24 months: two-word phrases

What’s your child’s favorite sensory regulator? There’s no wrong answers… unless you say glitter. 😉In OT, “sensory regul...
03/02/2026

What’s your child’s favorite sensory regulator? There’s no wrong answers… unless you say glitter. 😉

In OT, “sensory regulation” just means helping a child’s nervous system feel calm, focused, and ready to learn. For some kids that’s swinging. For others it’s jumping, squeezing, crashing, or getting their hands messy.

The key? Every child regulates differently!

03/01/2026

Kindergarten readiness starts long before the first day of school.

The early years are when children build the foundations for learning — from fine motor skills to focus, problem solving, and confidence.

Through hands-on play, kids develop the skills they need to succeed in the classroom and beyond.

If your child needs a little extra support along the way, occupational therapy can help them build those skills in a fun, engaging way. 🤍

If you’re wondering whether your child is ready for kindergarten, reach out — we’re here to help!

02/27/2026

It may look like he’s just riding a horse… but so much more is happening.🐎

In therapy, simple activities are often doing the most important work. What feels like play is carefully designed to help kids build the skills they need in everyday life.

Because when kids enjoy what they’re doing, progress follows!🐴

Listen—sometimes the park just needs a day off. 🛝😅
02/25/2026

Listen—sometimes the park just needs a day off. 🛝😅

02/21/2026

If speech therapy were an Olympic sport… 🥇

We’d take gold for interactive sessions.✨🤩

Because when kids step into real-life play, like becoming the “doctor” for the day, they’re practicing so much more than words. They’re building vocabulary, problem-solving, sequencing, and confidence in how they communicate.

At Connections, we don’t just work on speech goals. We create sessions that are engaging, intentional, and built around real-life interaction.

That’s how skills stick.🏅⭐️

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1460 Elk Creek
Idaho Falls, ID
83404

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 2pm

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+12085351286

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