Holistic Abilities

Holistic Abilities Helping children thrive through holistic, family-centered occupational therapy.

We partner with families and professionals to build skills for success at home, school, and in the community.

02/10/2026

When we set up a sensory session for a child, nothing is random.

That climbing activity?
→ Body awareness
→ Regulation
→ Confidence

That puzzle on the floor?
→ Attention
→ Motor planning
→ Problem solving

Children learn best through movement and play, so we design sessions that meet their nervous system where it is, not where we wish it would be.

It may look like we’re “just playing,”
but every activity has a purpose.

01/30/2026

If your child can’t sit still for puzzles…
that doesn’t mean they aren’t focused.

Some children need movement to organize their bodies and brains.
Climb. Crash. Move.
Then come back and try again.

✨ This is regulation.
✨ This is learning.

When movement supports attention, we don’t stop it, we use it.

If your child is constantly on the go and you’re wondering whether it’s “just a phase” or something to support, pediatric OT can help figure that out 💛

If you’ve ever wondered,“Is this just toddler stuff… or should I look into support?”you’re not overthinking it.Many todd...
01/28/2026

If you’ve ever wondered,
“Is this just toddler stuff… or should I look into support?”
you’re not overthinking it.

Many toddler behaviors fall on a spectrum, and OT helps identify where support could make daily life easier, for both you and your child.

✨ No diagnosis required
✨ Support can be short-term or preventative
✨ Early support = fewer struggles later

Trust your gut, when it comes to your child- you’re the expert!

Our office will be closed December 24th-29th and January 1st so our team can enjoy some festive downtime.Individual sche...
12/24/2025

Our office will be closed December 24th-29th and January 1st so our team can enjoy some festive downtime.

Individual schedules vary on December 30th, 31st and January 2nd! Please feel free to call or text our office if you need any assistance with scheduling! We’ll be back to our routine schedule on January 5th.

Thank you for being part of our community — happy holidays! ✨

Every child experiences spikes in arousal. A loud room, a tough transition, a tired body, or a sensory trigger can throw...
12/09/2025

Every child experiences spikes in arousal. A loud room, a tough transition, a tired body, or a sensory trigger can throw things off fast.

For kids with sensory differences, getting back to baseline can take extra support. That’s where OT comes in. 💬

Two of our go-to tools for helping kids regulate:
💛 Movement — to release energy, organize the nervous system, and reset the body
💛 Breathing strategies — to slow things down and bring awareness back inside

We break down how OTs use these approaches (and why they work!) inside our newest blog post.

👉 Link in bio to read!

Share this with a parent who could use it. ✨

Does your child ever seem “too hyped up” or “totally zoned out”… and then you’re not sure what they need?
You’re not alo...
12/09/2025

Does your child ever seem “too hyped up” or “totally zoned out”… and then you’re not sure what they need?

You’re not alone. There’s actually a name for this. It’s called arousal, and it simply means the body’s level of alertness.
Kids’ arousal levels shift constantly throughout the day based on sleep, hunger, sensory input, and stress. The goal isn’t for them to be calm all day, it’s for their energy to match what they’re doing.

✨ In our newest blog, we break down:
• what arousal actually is
• the signs your child is becoming dysregulated
• how this connects to behavior, attention & emotions
• why OT focuses so much on body awareness

👉 Tap the link in our bio to read the full post!

To ensure the safety of our families and team, Holistic Abilities will close today at 12:00PM due to the impending storm...
12/02/2025

To ensure the safety of our families and team, Holistic Abilities will close today at 12:00PM due to the impending storm. Our staff will contact affected families to reschedule appointments.

Stay safe and warm! 💙

This month, we’re excited to highlight Issy, who joined us just before the holidays and has been an incredible addition ...
04/03/2025

This month, we’re excited to highlight Issy, who joined us just before the holidays and has been an incredible addition to our team.

Her warm energy is both calming and motivating, creating a positive environment for both clients and colleagues alike. In her short time with us, Issy has already made a meaningful impact — from building strong connections with clients to stepping in wherever needed to support the team.

We’re lucky to have her, and we can’t wait to see her continue to thrive!

P.S. she IS running the Chicago Marathon in October!! We’re so excited to cheer her on!

Thank you for coming to celebrate with us! The Chamber Collaborative of Greater Portsmouth
01/10/2025

Thank you for coming to celebrate with us! The Chamber Collaborative of Greater Portsmouth

Wishing you all a very happy holiday season! We would love if you joined us for our grand opening of new clinic location...
12/24/2024

Wishing you all a very happy holiday season! We would love if you joined us for our grand opening of new clinic location!

Our new space will allow for enhanced services, comprehensive training opportunities for new staff, and increased access to services for our community.

Feel free to swing on by anytime between 3-7pm on January 8th for our open house!

Honored and humbled to have spent a week diving into Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI). Allissa was inspired to...
12/18/2024

Honored and humbled to have spent a week diving into Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI). Allissa was inspired to pursue practitioner training by a few friends who introduced her to the amazing work of Karyn Purvis. While designed for children who’ve experienced trauma, it’s also a framework for which we can show up in all relationships, both professional and personal. & beyond that—a way of being!

Our team is passionate about trauma-wise, relationship based care, and SO excited to add this to the many ways we are able to support families.

Thrilled to share some exciting news! This new clinic location will allow for enhanced services, comprehensive training ...
10/07/2024

Thrilled to share some exciting news! This new clinic location will allow for enhanced services, comprehensive training opportunities for new staff, and increased access to services for our community.

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