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Sensory Processing is the ability to take in information from the outside words, process it, and make a fuctional response. Children who have difficulties with sensory processing may have a difficult time staying still, may be sensitive to loud noises, and/or may have difficulties touching or interacting with certain textures.

Difficulties with picky eating may be due to children not being able to tolerate certain textures of food. Connect the Dots will work with the entire family to help encourage your child to try non-preferred food items in a fun and stress-free environment.

Some children may be experiencing difficulties with handwriting due to a poor grasp on the pencil, poor hand strength, or difficulties with overall motor control. Difficulties with handwriting is also sometimes referred to as Dysgraphia

Executive functioning is our ability to focus, juggle multiple tasks, plan ahead, and pay attention.  Children with difficulties with executive functioning may have difficulties following directions, prioritizing tasks, organizing their thoughts, keeping track of their belongings, and managing their time.

Some children may exhibit difficulties making friends, keeping friends, and being comfortable in social situations. Connect the Dots can work with your child to read social cues, inhibit impulsive behaviors such as interrupting, and regulate their body to be able to carry on a conversation.

Motor planning or praxis, is our ability to create a plan, sequence the steps, and carry out new or unfamiliar tasks. It is required in order to learn and retain new skills. Children with difficulties with praxis may have trouble learning new tasks, demonstrate inconsistent performance, and may appear clumsy/uncoordinated