Smoky Mountain Occupational Therapy

04/02/2026

We love walking alongside our littlest clients as they learn about their bodies and their world.

04/02/2026

04/01/2026

Did you get pranked today?

04/01/2026

Therapy here is full of laughter, imagination, and connection.

Because when kids feel safe enough to be silly that is where the real growth happens.

04/01/2026

04/01/2026

There’s not really a little autistic or very autistic. Everyone autism is different with some aspects more difficult than others.

This ironically makes it more difficult for autistic individuals to understand because we like to think in black and white 🧠

Photo By icdl_dirfloortime

04/01/2026

Megan (OTA student) really needed a “fresh”look, so one of our clients helped her out.

03/17/2026

We’re excited to introduce Megan Smith, a student from Roane State Community College’s program!

Megan is in her second week of an 8-week experience with us, and we are already loving having her here.

A fun fact about Megan—she loves animals! So if you see her around, be sure to tell her all about your pets!

03/06/2026

Interoception refers to the body’s ability to identify and process internal actions of the organs and systems inside the body. This lesser-known sensory system helps you understand and feel what’s going on inside your body. You can then make essential decisions about eating when you are hungry, drinking when you are thirsty, going into the restroom when you need to toilet, and other physical actions.

Does this sound like a familiar challenge for some of the kids we work with? These challenges can impact attention, focus, posture in writing, executive functioning skills, motor planning skills, and so many areas.

For information, tools, and strategies: https://www.theottoolbox.com/what-you-need-to-know-about-interoception/

03/05/2026

 Can you tell we’re having fun today?