Heightened Potential Co.

04/16/2025

✨ **Team Visit Spotlight** ✨
This week, the Heightened Potential Therapy team had the pleasure of touring **We Rock the Spectrum – Knoxville**, an inclusive sensory gym designed for children of all abilities.

From the moment we walked through the doors, it was clear that this space is built with intention, care, and a deep understanding of what it means to foster inclusion. The facility is thoughtfully equipped with specialized sensory equipment—including swings, crash mats, a zip line, and climbing structures—that support sensory integration, motor planning, strength, and social interaction in a safe and welcoming environment.

We Rock the Spectrum’s mission to provide **“a place where you never have to say I’m sorry”** deeply resonates with the work we do. Their commitment to accessibility, neurodiversity, and inclusive play makes them a **tremendous asset to families in the Knoxville area**.

We are grateful for the opportunity to connect with their team, and we celebrate the meaningful space they have created for children of *all* abilities to play, grow, and thrive.

💙 Let’s continue building a community where every child is seen, supported, and celebrated.

04/10/2025

Attention PTs, OTs & SLPs: Have you been interested in incorporating hippotherapy into your treatment plans? BraveHearts will be hosting a Treatment Principles Part 1 course through the American Hippotherapy Association June 9-11 in Poplar Grove, IL! Register NOW as seating is limited! https://aha.memberclicks.net/part1_bravehearts

04/09/2025

🎉 April is Occupational Therapy Month! 🎉

At Heightened Potential, we're thrilled to celebrate the incredible power of Occupational Therapy! Our dedicated therapists work tirelessly to help children reach their full potential through early intervention and building skills in their natural environments – where they learn and grow best.

Did you know? 🤔

**Occupational Therapy isn't just about jobs!**The term "occupation" refers to any meaningful activity that occupies a person's time, including playing, learning, self-care, and socializing – all crucial for a child's development.

**OT is highly individualized.** Therapy is tailored to each child's unique needs, strengths, and goals, ensuring the most effective and engaging support.

**OTs work in diverse settings!** While we focus on natural environments and early intervention, OTs also make a difference in schools, hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and more.

**The roots of OT go back to the early 20th century,** where it was recognized as a valuable approach to recovery and well-being.

Our OT services focus on fostering independence, building confidence, and supporting families every step of the way. This month, we want to say a huge THANK YOU to our amazing Occupational Therapists for their passion, dedication, and the positive impact they make on the lives of the children and families we serve.

If you have questions about how Occupational Therapy can benefit your child, please don't hesitate to reach out! We're here to help them reach their .

04/02/2025

SDASN ask you all to celebrate Autism awareness month with us..🥰

04/02/2025

Spot on! Autism encompasses a diverse spectrum, each individual touched by ASD is unique... https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1DHUQjsNtx/

𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗟𝗗 𝗔𝗨𝗧𝗜𝗦𝗠 𝗔𝗖𝗖𝗘𝗣𝗧𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗗𝗔𝗬
Today emphasizes the important work that still needs to be done to make sure autistic individuals receive the understanding, inclusion, and support they deserve. Each year, this day encourages communities to embrace neurodiversity, challenge stereotypes, and advocate for policies that improve the lives of autistic people.

The ultimate goal is always Autism Acceptance, Appreciation, and Empowerment. However, in many underserved communities around the world, there is still a continued need for autism awareness as well. This includes education about what autism looks like, how to best support autistic individuals, and how to gain access to diagnostic and supportive resources.

This graphic shows the diversity within the autism community and highlights why the "I" (Individual-Differences) in DIR is so important. Individual-Differences are the unique ways each person takes in, regulates, responds to, and comprehends the world around them. Understanding the unique profile of each person, provides a more holistic perspective on their unique experience. DIR highlights the person as a whole, rather than just a collection of labels and takes into account all of the factors affecting an individual's ability to attend to the world.

03/25/2025

Come check out this open play night at We Rock the Spectrum Knoxville!
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🌟 A Night of Open Play & Fellowship 🌟
For Families of Children with Neurodivergence & Special Abilities

Join us for a sensory-friendly night of play, fun, and community! Hosted by the Rocker Family, special friends of WRTS-Knoxville 🧡

Bring your kiddos to explore, play, and connect in a safe, welcoming environment designed to support all abilities. Whether your child loves climbing, jumping, or just relaxing, we’ve got something for everyone.

When: Thursday April 3, 2025, 5-7pm
Where: WRTS Knoxville
Who: All children with neurodivergent or special abilities, and their families!

✨ What to Expect:
Open play 🌈
A calm, quiet space for breaks 🧘‍♂️
Fellowship time for families to connect 🤝

This is a safe space where all abilities are celebrated! Let’s have fun and build friendships! 💙

03/22/2025

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02/26/2025

02/26/2025

The warmer weather has us playing catchup! You may have seen this amazing lady around or in sessions.. we are pleased to formally introduce Ms. Jessica who joined us in December! She is a stellar addition to the team and has a wealth of knowledge and experience to bring to the practice! Here's a little about her!...

Jessica attended the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in recreational therapy. She later graduated from Tennessee Wesleyan University with a Master of Occupational Therapy. Her experience spans a variety of settings, including outpatient sensory gym, outpatient clinic with home-based visits, and acute care.
Jessica is passionate about providing a holistic approach to therapy, with a focus on supporting the emotional and psychological well-being of the children and families she works with. Her experience also includes a background in mental health, where she developed a deep appreciation for the importance of emotional regulation and mental health support throughout the lifespan. She thrives on partnering with families to address challenges, achieve goals, and enhance the overall quality of life of those she works with.
Outside of her professional life, Jessica enjoys spending time with her three dogs, traveling to explore new places and cultures, and staying active outdoors through activities.
Jessica provides services in homes for TEIS families in Blount, Monroe, and Loudon, counties.

02/21/2025

02/09/2025

This 👇👏

The Value of Play

Play is fun.
Play comes from within. Children love to play.
Play is an important part of healthy development.
Play is enjoyable and doesn’t need careful planning, or an end result.
Play means active involvement, not just watching.
During play, the child sets the rules, and there is no right or wrong way to play.
During play children practise physical skills and learn about their bodies.
They learn to use their imagination.
They learn about their own feelings and the feelings of others.
They learn about the world around them using all five senses.
Play is the work of children!

Through play children learn:

To explore materials
To be creative
To use language
To share (maybe!)
To make decisions
To test possibilities
To estimate
To concentrate
and so much more!

Children need the time to explore and learn through play – by playing alone, with other children, and with you. Each of these relationships are important!

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01/26/2025

If you are anything like us.. you are dreaming of warmer days on the farm! This cutie is worth a re-share to get your pumped for Spring!

01/19/2025

It’s Happening Again 🎉
Pencil us in for another $10 Toddler Tuesday this week!
🕗 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

PS - and YES, we’re open normal hours on Monday, 8:30-5:30, too 🛝🎉

🌟 Reminder: Don’t forget your socks!

12/11/2024

Please consider supporting this sweet family. It is a sibling of a client that I see for therapy, he is currently in the hospital with his family awaiting a heart transplant.https://www.gofundme.com/f/un-nuevo-corazon-para-tyler?utm_campaign=fp_sharesheet&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_link

12/01/2024

Please consider donating as we approach Giving Tuesday to the American Hippotherapy Association, this non-profit organization supports many aspects related to education, promotion and advocacy for the clinical use of equine movement in therapy.

With just 4 days away, it’s a great time to share the impact that AHA, Inc.’s mission and educational offerings has had on our professional members. AHA, Inc. strives to provide high-quality education to healthcare professionals around the world who want to add the use of equine movement to their treatment toolbox. WIth your contribution to our 25th Anniversary Campaign, we will be able to continue to provide our foundational courses as well as innovative new curriculum to meet the needs of our members. Click the link in our bio or visit our website to donate today!

11/20/2024