Executive functioning (EF) is a set of mental skills that helps us navigate our occupations. This set of cognitive skills is essential for us to get things done! Sometimes EF is called our “get it done” skill set. Think of skills like planning, organizing, anticipating, initiating, and monitoring success. Executive functions are the “think ahead”Continue reading “Executive Functioning”
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Fall Groups 2025
Back to School (tips and ideas)
Summer at the office always flies by way. too. fast. We spend a few weeks preparing for summer schedule (then we enjoy it for about 8 weeks), just in time to move over to a fall schedule! As our kids are easing back into the swing of things, here is a list of tips andContinue reading “Back to School (tips and ideas)”
Summer Group 2025
Independence in the Kitchen
Dinner club has been working so hard the past few months to master a few new kitchen skills. If you are wondering what skills your young teen could be working towards in the kitchen, check out this list! Sometimes, a checklist or visual schedule can help your teen remember and sequence through these kitchen tasks.Continue reading “Independence in the Kitchen”
Thanksgiving is Here
We can hardly believe it but Thanksgiving is right around the corner! I wanted to give you all a glimpse into what we have been working on in clinic. We had so much fun playing a “Would You Rather?” Thanksgiving game. Some of the questions included options like would you rather wash your hair withContinue reading “Thanksgiving is Here”
Importance of Free Play
A few weeks ago we took our 3rd grade group on a field trip to the park! It was so much fun, and so eye opening. We learned that some of our clients need additional cues to engage with peers in this natural environment. We also learned that some peers enjoyed more imaginative play, andContinue reading “Importance of Free Play”
Pre-K Therapy Group
Fall is right around the corner, and that means back to school! If you have a pre-K kiddo who is struggling with their motor skills, social interactions, or language skills, please consider joining our pre-K therapy group! Our group is run by both a speech therapist and an occupational therapist, allowing for a combination ofContinue reading “Pre-K Therapy Group”
First Visit: What to Expect
The time has come, and you have scheduled your initial evaluation appointment at Taylor Johnson Therapy. We are so excited to meet you! If you are wondering what to expect during an evaluation appointment, keep on reading! Once you arrive at the office, you will take a seat in our waiting room. We have someContinue reading “First Visit: What to Expect”
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