TLC Pediatric Therapy

Music is powerful. Music stimulates the entire brain and has the power to improve your mood, reduce pain, and calm you down. It is also a useful tool in speech and occupational therapies. Music can be especially useful for children with autism spectrum disorder, as it provides a great vehicle…

Each May we have the opportunity to raise awareness about communication disorders thanks to the American Speech-Language Hearing Association. This year’s theme is “Building Connections.” With speech and language disorders among the most common conditions experienced by young children, TLC Pediatric Therapy encourages parents and caregivers to learn the signs…

In the United States, 1 in 54 children have been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. ASD is a developmental disability that impacts multiple components of the individual’s life, including communication skills, social skills, and behavior. Rates of ASD have continued…

Together, music, books, and play are powerful tools during your child’s early years. Nurturing a love for them early can foster many moments of happiness and enjoyment beyond childhood. The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association strongly recommends the use of music activities to complement communication training methods that are typically practiced in…

Happy New Year everyone! As we ring in 2021, winter blues and COVID surges have merged to increase the stress on our physical and mental health. While hope is on the horizon with the first phase of COVID vaccines, it is still important to build our internal strength to be…

Hello winter! The holidays and cooler weather are officially upon us. And in Southern California at least, we are experiencing both the anxiety of another surge of COVID-19 cases and hope as the first round of vaccines makes its way to our frontline healthcare workers and most vulnerable individuals. December…

The holidays are officially upon us. In this unprecedented year, your stress levels are probably higher than normal, you may be feeling anxious about the future, and isolation from friends and family is a real challenge. When everything feels upside down, it is important to step back and center yourself.…

Have you ever wondered why your speech pathologist uses a specific toy or activity to guide their speech and/or language activities with your kiddo? Play-based speech therapy uses a fun toy or activity to keep your child engaged while practicing a target skill – vocabulary, speech sound development, and so…

Has your child expressed unhappiness at being unable to see their friends? Do you feel like your family is missing out on major life moments? Staying connected during the pandemic not only requires resilience, but also creativity. Research has shown that children who do well during times like this have…

The start of the school is normally filled with first day jitters and checking supply lists to make sure your child has everything needed. This fall, many children across the country will be starting the academic year via remote learning because of health and safety concerns due to COVID. We…