Sensory Innovation Therapies

Sensory Innovation Therapies Providing pediatric occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech therapy, and special education tutoring in St. Lucie, Martin, & Palm Beach Counties.

My name is Leah Dunleavy, M.A., BCBA, OTR/L, OTD and I am an occupational therapist specialized in working with children, adolescents, and young adults with sensory processing difficulties. In addition to being an occupational therapist, I am also a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and use my knowledge in behavior analysis to better understand how the surrounding events, environments, and p

erformance impact participation and independence in everyday activities. My goal is to address the challenges that are impacting participation and independence through using a child and family’s strengths. By incorporating the family into treatment, caregivers learn how to best set up their child’s lives for everyday success. Sessions occur in the home or school environments to address challenges in the naturalistic environments.

04/17/2026

Welcome to our OT Month Series! 🎉
As part of our OT Month Series, Beth shares this week’s OT tip!

Does your child struggle to sit still, focus, or participate during homework or meals?

Watch this video for a fun and helpful idea you can try at home! 👀✨

💙 Sensory Sensitivity vs Sensory SeekingNot all sensory processing are the same 👀 Some children avoid input… while othe...
04/13/2026

💙 Sensory Sensitivity vs Sensory Seeking

Not all sensory processing are the same 👀 Some children avoid input… while others seek it.

🧠 Sensory Sensitivity
→ Feels input too much
→ Loud sounds, certain textures, or busy places can feel overwhelming

🧩 Sensory Seeking
→ Needs more input
→ Craves movement, touch, and sensory experiences to feel regulated

These aren’t “behavior problems”. They’re different ways children process the world around them.

✨ A child can be sensory sensitive, sensory seeking, OR both, and that’s part of how their sensory system works.

Save this for later 💾 and share with a parent who needs this 💛

04/10/2026

Happy Occupational Therapy Month! 🧠💛

To celebrate, we’ll be featuring our amazing OTs all month long as they share simple, practical tips you can use at home to support your child’s development. 💙

This week, we’re starting with Dr. Leah Dunleavy, owner and lead OT of SIT! ✨

She’s sharing a fun and simple activity using shaving cream, perfect for messy play while supporting your child’s sensory exploration, fine motor skills, and engagement! 💭

Watch to learn how this easy OT tip can help your child build skills, confidence, and independence at home! ✏️

Stay tuned for more OT tips all month long! 🎉

Struggling with routines, focus, or organization at home? 💭Executive functioning is the set of skills that help children...
04/08/2026

Struggling with routines, focus, or organization at home? 💭

Executive functioning is the set of skills that help children plan, stay organized, manage time, and get things done.

Our newest blog breaks down executive functioning in a simple, parent-friendly way—and how Occupational Therapy can help your child thrive 💙

✨ Learn practical strategies
✨ Support daily routines
✨ Build independence
✨ Discover how OT helps

📖 Read now: Executive Functioning Made Simple: How OTs Help Kids and Parents Thrive
https://sensoryinnovationtherapies.com/executive-functioning-made-simple-how-ots-help-kids-and-parents-thrive/

April is Autism Awareness Month! 💙Autism is a spectrum, which means that every individual experiences the world in their...
04/06/2026

April is Autism Awareness Month! 💙

Autism is a spectrum, which means that every individual experiences the world in their own unique way. Each child has their own strengths, interests, and challenges, and that individuality is something to be celebrated! 💙🌈

Let’s move beyond awareness and choose acceptance, understanding, and inclusion! 🧩

04/03/2026

Every child with Autism is different 💙

Different needs.
Different strengths.
Different ways of experiencing the world.

And that’s exactly why understanding matters.

This Autism Awareness Month, let’s move beyond labels…
and see each child for who they truly are ✨

Happy World Autism Awareness Month! 💙

Teletherapy, or virtual/remote therapy, makes it easier to access care right from your home 💻💛Whether for children or ad...
03/30/2026

Teletherapy, or virtual/remote therapy, makes it easier to access care right from your home 💻💛

Whether for children or adults, teletherapy allows therapy to fit more naturally into everyday routines ✨

Swipe through to learn why more families and individuals are choosing virtual therapy ✨

Have questions? Send us a message—we’d love to help 💛

🎉 Welcome to SIT, Molly! 🎉We’re so excited to have our new remote Speech Therapist on the team! 💻🗣️With 10 years of expe...
03/23/2026

🎉 Welcome to SIT, Molly! 🎉

We’re so excited to have our new remote Speech Therapist on the team! 💻🗣️

With 10 years of experience, Molly has worked across the lifespan:from pediatrics to geriatrics, in settings like schools, daycares, clinics, home health, and teletherapy! 🙌

But what truly stands out? 💫
Her passion for helping others find their voice and build meaningful connections!

At SIT, we believe communication is more than just words, it’s connection, confidence, and being understood! ❤️

And we know Molly brings all of that (and more!) to the families we serve 🤗

✨ To learn more about Molly, visit here:
https://sensoryinnovationtherapies.com/our-team/

🍀 St. Patrick’s Day Craft Fun!Get creative with this simple St. Patrick’s Day hat craft! Kids will love cutting, gluing,...
03/16/2026

🍀 St. Patrick’s Day Craft Fun!

Get creative with this simple St. Patrick’s Day hat craft! Kids will love cutting, gluing, and decorating their own festive hat. It’s a fun way to work on fine motor skills, creativity, and following directions. ✏️

A fun and festive activity for kids to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day! 🍀🌈

Tag us if you try this craft! We’d love to see your creations! 📸

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Palm City, FL

Opening Hours

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

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+17724103499

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