Joy & Laughter Developmental Therapy

12/08/2025

It’s not how many toys you have—it’s how you play that makes the difference! 💡 Quality, imaginative play helps kids build motor skills, social skills, and emotional strength.

12/06/2025

Holiday routines don’t have to slow your child’s progress.
We're revolutionizing therapy for you!

With the help of an AI that's trained by experts to support each child uniquely. Kids engage through fun, therapeutic based games that can support progress in living well with ADHD, Autism, and other developmental conditions - across home, school, or clinical environments.

Used by children with:
✅Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
✅Attention- Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
✅Sensory Processing Disorders
✅Cerebral Palsy
✅Developmental Delays
✅Cognitive Delays
✅Motor Delays
✅Rehabilitative Needs

12/04/2025

Does your child trip, bump into things, or seem “clumsy”? They might be seeking body awareness—trying to understand where they are in space. OT helps kids strengthen proprioception and feel grounded in their movements. 🧠

12/03/2025

Play is more than fun — it’s the key to connecting with your child. In this video, Poonam, an occupational therapist at JLD Therapy, shares four easy steps parents can use to connect with their kids through play.

Click to watch the full video

Explore four easy ways to connect with your child, build trust, and support growth through play. Learn what play looks like at different ages.

12/03/2025

Kids learn best by watching YOU! ✍️ Whether it’s writing, dressing, or feeding, modeling calm persistence helps your child see that practice leads to mastery.

11/29/2025

Support Your Child’s Regulation—Anywhere, Anytime🌿

The holidays and winter months can bring extra overwhelm for many children. Changes in routine, travel, illness, and sensory overload. That’s why our Safe & Sound Protocol (SSP) can be completed remotely, giving families the flexibility to support emotional and sensory regulation from the comfort of home or anywhere.

Whether your child needs help calming, connecting, or staying regulated during busy seasons, SSP offers a gentle, evidence-based way to help their nervous system feel safe and supported.

Perfect for:
✔ Sick days
✔ Holiday travel
✔ Home routines
✔ Sensory-heavy environments
✔ Supporting emotional regulation

If you’d like to learn more or schedule a remote SSP session, send us a message anytime.

11/28/2025

From climbing walls 🧗‍♀️ to picking up coins 🤏—OT helps kids strengthen every type of motor skill. Building coordination across all levels of movement means your child can grow strong, capable, and confident.

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from the JLD Therapy family!
Today we’re especially grateful for the children we serve, the families who trust us, and the incredible therapists who make every small step forward possible.
Wishing you a day filled with warmth, connection, and joy. 🍁💛

11/26/2025

🍁 The Thank-A-Thon is here! Every November, we celebrate the incredible strides your children make in OT, PT, Feeding and Speech — and we want to highlight those moments of gratitude.

To say thank you for sharing your stories, we’re hosting a Thanksgiving Raffle for all participating families! 🎁
Your voice helps other parents feel supported and encourages them to take the next step in their child’s development.

How to participate:
⭐ Leave a thank-you review Facebook/Yelp/Google → 1 ticket
⭐ Submit a Success Story + Photo we can share → 3 tickets
⭐ Share a 1-minute Video Success Story → 5 tickets
(Max 10 tickets per family!)

Share your thanks, celebrate your child’s progress, and enter to win — all month long! 🎉🍂

🔗 https://g.page/r/CUmzzml9hl75EAE/review

11/26/2025

Did you know your child goes through 6 distinct stages of play as they grow? In this video, Zacharia, an occupational therapy student at JLD Therapy, explains each stage and why it matters for your child’s development.

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Learn about the 6 stages of play children experience as they grow and how each stage supports their development.

11/24/2025

🦃 This month, we’re hosting our Thank-A-Thon Raffle to celebrate all the incredible progress your children have made!
We want to highlight the breakthroughs, joyful moments, and victories you’re thankful for — and share hope with families beginning their journey.

💛 By sharing your experience, you’ll be automatically entered into our raffle with multiple chances to win.

Here’s how to participate:
💬 Post a thank-you review on FB/Yelp/Google → 1 ticket
📸 Send us a Success Story + Photo we can share → 3 tickets
🎥 Submit a 1-minute Video Success Story → 5 tickets
(Max 10 tickets per family!)

🔗 https://g.page/r/CUmzzml9hl75EAE/review

Your story helps more families discover the support their child may need — and you could take home a prize! 🎁

11/23/2025

With the incredible support of our families and friends, we collected a total of 74 jackets and sweaters for children and adults in need this season 🥰 Our Winter Coat Drive was a wonderful success!

❄🧥These will help keep many families warm and cared for during the colder months, and we could not be more grateful. We also want to extend our appreciation to One Warm Coat for partnering with us and helping ensure these donations reach individuals who need them most.🙏

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who donated, shared the word, or encouraged others to participate. Your kindness truly reflects the spirit of giving and community that we value so much at JLD Therapy.

Together, we created warmth, comfort, and hope for our neighbors — and that’s something to celebrate!🎊