Southland Pediatric Therapy Services

08/11/2025

We are proud to announce that Southland Pediatric Therapy Services has been nominated for Best of Georgia! Help us win by voting at gbj.com

08/10/2025

Available now in the Bluffton area!

Introducing a monthly NEWLY DIAGNOSED Beaufort County Parent/Caregiver Support Group held at the Lowcountry Autism Foundation Bluffton Office! To attend, you must have received an Autism diagnosis within the last year. Bring your questions and concerns and find your community!

Sign up at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040A48A9AD29A2FF2-57579174-newly?blm_aid=21814 #/

07/17/2025

Great fidgit toys to make this summer, courtesy of Your Therapy Source

A simple toy that you can manipulate with your hands or homemade fidget toys for ADHD can be helpful for some students.

07/15/2025

Look at our new therapy rooms!

We’re excited to announce the opening of our newest clinic in Bluffton, SC—bringing our mission of exceptional, compassionate care to even more families in the Lowcountry.

Our Bluffton location is now accepting pediatric physical therapy referrals, and we’re proud to support local children with individualized, evidence-based therapy services that help them build strength, confidence, and independence.

✅ Medicaid & most insurances accepted
✅ Family-centered, play-based care
✅ Convenient for Jasper & Beaufort County families



📍 Learn more or refer a child: www.southlandtherapy.com
📞 Contact us: (843-501-1816)

07/10/2025

ESP is hosting Prom Night Glow Up tomorrow night! An evening full of dancing, red carpet moments and celebration. Must signup at monicah@espyouandme.org to attend the Prom Night. Sounds like fun

ESP is hosting Prom Night Glow Up! An evening full of dancing, red carpet moments and celebration. Must signup to attend the Prom Night.

06/24/2025

Great information, thanks to Your Therapy Source!

🧠 When a student’s nervous system is overwhelmed or under-responsive to sensory input, it can be hard to stay calm, focused, or in control.

Supporting sensory needs isn’t just about comfort—it’s key to helping students manage their emotions, behaviors, and attention throughout the day. 🧠

06/16/2025

There are two ways kids with sensory processing issues respond to sensory input.

When kids underreact to sensory input, they may seek out more input.

When kids overreact, they become overwhelmed and may avoid the input.

The graphic below shows common signs of a sensory avoider. Do you have an avoider in your family? Thank you The OT Toolbox for sharing this information.

Sensory differences can mean stress! Signs of sensory avoiding, and more information: https://www.theottoolbox.com/understanding-sensory-dysregulation/

05/26/2025

Today, we remember the heroes who gave everything for the freedoms we enjoy. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten.

From all of us at Southland Pediatric Therapy, thank you to those who served—and to the families who carry their legacy.

05/24/2025

Big shoutout to Samantha Letson, our awesome OT, for winning Best Occupational Therapist in ! 🎉

You crushed it, Samantha — so well deserved! 🥇 We’re lucky to have you on the Southland team!

05/21/2025

Now Accepting Pediatric Physical Therapy Referrals in Bluffton!
Southland Pediatric Therapy is excited to welcome families to our newest clinic in Bluffton! We provide fun, effective, and individualized physical therapy for children
in a sensory-rich environment.

✅ Accepting new referrals
✅ Medicaid & most insurance plans
✅ Specialized pediatric physical therapists
✅ Bluffton & Okatie area
Visit us:
www.southlandtherapy.com

Let’s help every child move, grow, and thrive!

Southland Pediatric Therapy Services

05/19/2025

Great opportunity for teens with ASD in Bluffton—check it out and share with families who might be interested!

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our 8-week Social Skills Program! Starting this summer on Wednesdays in June 2025, from 5:30-6:45 PM in Bluffton.

This program is specifically designed for teens with Autism Spectrum Disorder and is led by Allyson Palmer OTR/L, an occupational therapist, and Kathleen Pardue MS CCC-SLP, a speech therapist, both with years of experience and with expertise in supporting adolescents and teens on the spectrum.

Program Overview: This intensive, hands-on program will span 8 weeks, using evidence-based, neurodiversity-affirming strategies to help participants develop essential social skills in a supportive and inclusive environment. We celebrate each teen’s individuality and strive to empower them to navigate social situations with confidence.

What to Expect: Through interactive activities and real-world practice, participants will focus on building key social skills that help form meaningful connections with peers.

Some of the topics we will cover include:

● Perspective Taking: Observing oneself and others, understanding different points of view, and cultivating empathy.
● Basic & Advanced Conversation Skills: Initiating, maintaining, and ending conversations, understanding nonliteral language, and using humor and online communication effectively.
● Nonverbal Communication: Exploring personal space, body language, active listening, and tone of voice.
● Situational Awareness: Learning to read the room, adapt to new environments, and manage behaviors during mealtime.
● Problem Solving: Handling conflict, rejection, teasing, and building self-advocacy skills.
● Hygiene: Learning the importance of cleanliness, creation of hygiene schedules to promote independence, grooming, and dressing appropriately for different situations.
● Job Preparation: Practice of essential skills such as greeting others, problem solving skills, self-advocacy, and understanding professional boundaries, helping them feel confident and ready to enter future job environments.

Please fill out the google form to apply:
https://forms.gle/YT9qowCTDHD7fG1G7

05/14/2025

A fantastic announcement from Savannah Children's Museum!