Charm City Therapy

Charm City Therapy Pediatric Occupational, Physical, and Speech Therapy Services

Charm City Therapy provides Occupational, Physical, and Speech Therapy services to children within their school environment. Our unique integrative approach to intervention fosters a bridge between the therapist, student, teacher, and parent. Such a bridge is essential in order to facilitate the acquisition of vital skills to help your child succeed!

Hello 👋 from the Towson University exercise science career fair!  We are excited to meet prospective Occupational and Ph...
03/10/2025

Hello 👋 from the Towson University exercise science career fair! We are excited to meet prospective Occupational and Physical Therapists! Stop by and introduce yourself and take some fun swag while you're at it.

🚨 Clinic Update: Snowy Weather Alert ❄️Due to the snowy weather conditions, our clinic will be closed today, January 6th...
01/06/2025

🚨 Clinic Update: Snowy Weather Alert ❄️

Due to the snowy weather conditions, our clinic will be closed today, January 6th. However, all therapy sessions will continue virtually to ensure consistency and growth for your child.

If you have any questions or need assistance regarding your child’s session, don’t hesitate to give us a call at (410)-849-9496 —our dedicated Scheduling Coordinator is here to help!

Stay warm and enjoy the extra cuddles, coziness, snowmen, and hot cocoa! ☕ We look forward to seeing you tomorrow.

Happy New Year to all of our wonderful clients, both big and small! 🎉✨ We are so grateful for the opportunity to support...
01/01/2025

Happy New Year to all of our wonderful clients, both big and small! 🎉✨ We are so grateful for the opportunity to support your child’s growth and development. Here's to a year filled with progress, joy, and new milestones. We can’t wait to see all the amazing things this year holds for each of you. Wishing you a happy, healthy, and successful 2025! 🌟

**Our clinic is closed on New Year's Day, but we look forward to greeting you tomorrow!**

Wishing everyone a joyful and peaceful holiday season! Whether you're celebrating the holidays or just enjoying some tim...
12/23/2024

Wishing everyone a joyful and peaceful holiday season! Whether you're celebrating the holidays or just enjoying some time with loved ones, we hope your days are filled with happiness and warmth.

Please note that our clinic will be **closed on Christmas Day** and **New Year's Day** to allow our team to celebrate and recharge. We can't wait to serve you in the new year!

Stay safe and enjoy the festivities! 🎉🎁

Charm City Therapy now offers school-based Social Work!  We are seeking a highly motivated Social Worker to join our tea...
12/17/2024

Charm City Therapy now offers school-based Social Work! We are seeking a highly motivated Social Worker to join our team for a part time Baltimore based school position. Does this seem like the right opportunity for you? Apply today!

Did anyone else see ❄️ ❄️ in the air this morning?!As the weather gets colder, it’s the perfect time to keep those tiny ...
12/05/2024

Did anyone else see ❄️ ❄️ in the air this morning?!

As the weather gets colder, it’s the perfect time to keep those tiny hands busy with fun, winter-themed activities that help boost fine motor skills! Here are some creative ways to engage your child and help them develop strength, coordination, and dexterity – all while having fun:

1️⃣ **Snowflake Stamping:** Use sponges or cotton balls dipped in white paint to stamp snowflakes on paper. This simple activity strengthens hand muscles and improves grip!

2️⃣ **Winter Sensory Bin:** Fill a bin with fake snow, small winter-themed toys (think mittens, snowmen, and animals), and have kids “dig” to find them. It encourages hand-eye coordination and tactile exploration.

3️⃣ **Button Snowman:** Grab a large piece of paper and some buttons. Have your child build a snowman by gluing buttons in place, helping them practice precision and pincer grip.

4️⃣ **Pom-Pom Snowball Toss:** Create a “snowball fight” by tossing soft pom-poms into cups or containers. This activity promotes hand-eye coordination and targeting skills!

5️⃣ **Lacing Cards:** Create winter-themed lacing cards using images of mittens, snowflakes, or snowmen. Lacing develops hand-eye coordination and fine motor control.

Let’s make this winter a time for creativity and growth while strengthening those important skills! 🌟

Wishing a very happy Thanksgiving to our incredible staff and client families.  With so much to be grateful for, we hope...
11/28/2024

Wishing a very happy Thanksgiving to our incredible staff and client families. With so much to be grateful for, we hope you enjoy this special time with your loved ones!

Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women who have served in our armed forces. Your courage, sacrifice, and d...
11/11/2024

Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women who have served in our armed forces. Your courage, sacrifice, and dedication to protecting our freedom are truly inspiring. On this Veterans Day, we salute you and express our deepest gratitude. Thank you for your service, your strength, and your unwavering commitment to our country. 🇺🇸

We are OPEN today and are excited to see our clients and their families!

As the school year is in full swing, getting children ready for the classroom goes beyond academic skills—it’s about mak...
11/07/2024

As the school year is in full swing, getting children ready for the classroom goes beyond academic skills—it’s about making sure they're equipped with the fine motor, sensory, and social skills they need to thrive! That's where Occupational Therapy comes in! OT can help children develop the skills they need to succeed in school and set them up for a year of learning and growth.

**Here’s how OT can benefit school readiness:**

🖍️ **Fine Motor Skills** – OT helps children build hand strength and coordination needed for writing, cutting, and other tasks that require small muscle movements.

👂 **Sensory Integration** – Many kids experience sensory sensitivities. OT supports children in managing sensory input (e.g., noise, light, textures) so they can stay focused and comfortable in the classroom.

🤝 **Social Skills & Emotional Regulation** – OT supports children in learning how to interact with peers, manage emotions, and respond to social cues—important for group activities and cooperative play.

📐 **Visual Motor Skills** – OT helps kids develop eye-hand coordination, crucial for activities like drawing, copying shapes, and navigating classroom tasks.

🧠 **Attention & Focus** – Occupational therapy addresses attention and concentration, helping children stay engaged during learning activities.

**Activities Parents and Teachers Can Work On Together:**

1. ✏️ **Handwriting Practice:** Encourage fun writing exercises, such as tracing letters in sand or shaving cream, to build fine motor control.

2. 🎨 **Crafts and Art Projects:** Cutting, coloring, and gluing help strengthen hand muscles and improve coordination.

3. 🎲 **Sensory Play:** Activities like playing with playdough, finger painting, or bouncing on a therapy ball can improve sensory integration.

4. 🧩 **Games & Puzzles:** Simple games like building blocks, peg boards, and jigsaw puzzles enhance fine motor skills and problem-solving.

5. 🏃‍♀️ **Gross Motor Movement:** Incorporating activities like jumping, balancing, or climbing helps develop coordination and strength for active play.

6. 💬 **Turn-Taking Games:** Practice social skills through games that require waiting for a turn and interacting with peers.

OT interventions are a great way to ensure children enter school feeling confident, capable, and ready to take on the challenges of the classroom. By working together, parents and teachers can make a BIG impact on a child’s overall success in school!

🌈 **Understanding Sensory Processing Skills in Children!** 🌈Did you know that sensory processing skills are crucial for ...
10/10/2024

🌈 **Understanding Sensory Processing Skills in Children!** 🌈

Did you know that sensory processing skills are crucial for how our kids interact with the world? These skills help them make sense of the sights, sounds, smells, textures, and tastes around them. Here are a few key points to consider:

👂 **Listening and Attention**: Children need to filter out background noise to focus on conversations or instructions.

👋 **Tactile Sensitivity**: Some kids may be sensitive to certain textures, while others thrive on tactile experiences.

👀 **Visual Processing**: Understanding visual information helps with reading, recognizing faces, and navigating their environment.

🌪️ **Movement and Balance**: Activities that involve swinging, climbing, or jumping can help develop a child’s sense of balance and coordination.

If you notice your child struggling with sensory processing, don’t hesitate to seek guidance and schedule an evaluation. Early intervention can make a big difference in their development and overall well-being! Let’s support our kids in exploring and enjoying the world around them! 💖✨

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7 Gwynns Mill Court Suite I
Owings Mills, MD
21117

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Monday 9am - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 4pm
Sunday 9am - 3pm

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Charm City Therapy provides Occupational, Physical, and Speech Therapy services to children within the Baltimore Metropolitan area. Our unique integrative approach to intervention fosters a bridge between the therapist, student, teacher, and parent. Such a bridge is essential in order to facilitate the acquisition of vital skills to help your child succeed!