Skills on the Hill

04/09/2026

If your child receives autism support services, you might wonder what therapy sessions actually look like. At pediatric therapy clinics, sessions are designed to feel supportive, engaging, and child-centered. 💙

Therapists often work on skills such as communication, social interaction, emotional regulation, and daily routines through play-based activities and structured exercises tailored to each child. Every child’s plan is unique because their strengths and needs are unique too.

Read more here today to see how we can help your little one: https://skillsonthehill.com/physical-therapy-conditions/autism/?utm_source=pes_custom&utm_medium=social

04/05/2026

From all of us at Skills on the Hill, we wish your family a very Happy Easter! 🌷🐣

04/02/2026

By around 12 months, many children begin using their first meaningful words, like “mama,” “dada,” or a favorite object. Keep in mind that:

• Words are used intentionally
• Sounds may not be perfectly clear yet
• Gestures and words often work together

Every child develops at their own pace, but if you have questions, early support can make a big difference.

04/01/2026

Every child deserves to be heard, and speech challenges shouldn’t hold them back from expressing themselves 🗣️ This month’s newsletter highlights how Speech Therapy helps kids build confidence, improve language skills, and communicate more effectively at home, school, and with friends.

Through personalized, play-based approaches, children can develop the tools they need to express their thoughts and connect with others.

Help your child find their voice and read more here: https://skillsonthehill.com/newsletter/finding-their-voice-how-speech-therapy-helps-kids-communicate-with-confidence-2/&utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=social

03/26/2026

Childhood apraxia of speech is a motor speech disorder that makes it hard for kids to plan and produce clear speech.

Speech therapy helps by breaking speech down into manageable steps, building motor planning skills, and supporting clearer communication over time. Early, consistent therapy can be incredibly impactful for children with apraxia.

03/26/2026

I LOVE THIS

🔼 Swing Stability Pyramid ♎

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03/24/2026

Occupational therapy helps kids succeed in the everyday tasks that matter most - at home, school, and play.

From handwriting and dressing to attention, transitions, and sensory processing, OT supports the skills kids need to feel capable and confident in daily life.

03/19/2026

Daily routines like mornings, mealtimes, and bedtime can be challenging for kids, and stressful for parents.

Therapy helps children build the skills needed to follow routines more smoothly, increasing independence and reducing frustration for the whole family.

03/17/2026

If mealtimes feel stressful, feeding therapy may help, especially when your child is experiencing challenges like:

• Extremely limited food choices
• Difficulty chewing or swallowing
• Gagging, refusing certain textures, or very long mealtimes

Feeding therapy supports safe, positive eating experiences while meeting children where they are and helping families feel more confident at the table.

03/12/2026

Big feelings are a normal part of growing up, but learning how to manage them takes time, practice, and support.

• Self-regulation is a skill that’s learned over time
• It develops through co-regulation with trusted adults
• Therapy can help kids build effective calming strategies

When children are supported in developing self-regulation, they’re better able to handle transitions, routines, and everyday challenges with confidence and flexibility.

03/10/2026

Pretend play isn’t “just play”, it’s how kids learn language, social skills, and emotional understanding.

Through imaginative play, children practice turn-taking, problem-solving, storytelling, and seeing the world from another person’s perspective - all foundational skills for development.

03/07/2026

Thanks to Health Services for Children with Special Needs, Inc. for inviting us to participate in their summer activities program today. Our amazing intern helped us with representing Skills on the Hill.

11/01/2022

Happy Halloween from the SOTH Team!

Our DC location went for a Pac-Man theme and got super creative with their costumes this year and our VA location went all out with a Pixar theme!

What are you dressing up for Halloween this year?

Let us know in the comments! 🎃