Pediatric Therapy for Sensory Processing Disorder in Buford, GA
Does your child seem overwhelmed by noises, textures, or bright lights? Or do they seek out constant movement or sensory input in unusual ways? These reactions to sensory information from the environment (like sounds or touches) can make daily activities challenging. The good news is that pediatric occupational therapy offers a fun and effective solution to help children thrive.
At TLC Therapy Services, our expert pediatric occupational therapists have the tools to help your child overcome their sensory challenges. We’re dedicated to supporting your child through fun, evidence-based treatments that get results.
What Is Sensory Processing Disorder?
Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) is a condition where the brain has trouble receiving and responding to information it receives from the senses. This might include difficulty processing sounds, sights, smells, tastes, or physical sensations.
Some children with SPD are hypersensitive, meaning that normal sensory experiences like the feeling of a rough sweater or the lights in a classroom are too much for them to handle. Other children with SPD are hyposensitive, meaning that even extreme sensory experiences like spinning nonstop or crashing into objects barely register for them.
Common Symptoms of Sensory Processing Disorder
SPD can look different for every child. Some children may avoid sensory input, while others actively seek it out. Common symptoms of SPD can include:
- Avoiding certain textures, sounds, or lights
- Meltdowns or anxiety in overstimulating environments
- Difficulty with fine motor tasks, such as handwriting or buttoning clothes
- Sensitivity to clothing tags, seams, or certain fabrics
- Seeking intense sensory input, such as spinning or crashing into objects
- Struggling to focus or regulate emotions in noisy, crowded, or bright environments
- Avoiding physical activities that require balance or coordination
How Our Pediatric Therapists Can Treat Sensory Processing Disorder
At TLC Therapy Services, our occupational therapists help children with SPD learn to process sensory input more effectively. We tailor every treatment plan to meet your child’s unique needs and help them succeed at home, school, and in social settings.
Our goal is to help your child feel more confident and in control of their environment and their responses to it. Some of the ways we do that include:
- Sensory Integration Therapy: Activities that help children become more comfortable with sensory input
- Fine and Gross Motor Skills Development: Building strength and coordination through play-based exercises
- Sensory Diet Planning: Creating a daily routine with structured sensory activities to meet your child’s needs
- Parent and Teacher Education: Providing strategies to create supportive environments at home and school
- Calming Techniques: Teaching self-regulation skills to reduce anxiety and improve focus
Schedule an Evaluation Today
If sensory challenges are affecting your child’s daily life, our team at TLC Therapy Services is here to help.
Give us a call at (770) 696-6649 to schedule an evaluation with our pediatric occupational therapists today and find out how we can help your child thrive.