Therapy Monkey

02/18/2026

Let's shake it up....therapy should be filled with fun, new things!

When kids feel like going to therapy is a chore, we have a problem. 😱

Nothing works better than a fun-filled session they look forward to coming to!
What all could they be working on in this super fun speech session? 🤩

02/16/2026

Every activity we choose has a brain-based reason.

Effective therapy targets neural pathways through play and repetition, and doesn't practice the "symptom" over and over. At Therapy Monkey, we get down to the reasons WHY behind struggles - it all comes back to how the brain communicates to the body.

If you have any concerns about your little, come see us!
The sooner the better, time matters to build those brain connections.

02/13/2026

We love what we do, and that includes watching kids discover what they're capable of.

Kids are truly amazing, and we couldn't be prouder of all of ours!

02/13/2026

Meet Lily!
So excited to have you at Therapy Monkey for your spring 2026 internship!

"Hi! My name is Lily Pinion, I am an Exercise Science major and have been accepted into occupational therapy school at UCA beginning in Fall 2026. In addition to being an intern at Therapy Monkey, I also work as an RBT at Pediatrics Plus and coach youth volleyball. In my free time I enjoy staying active, being outside, and traveling whenever I get the chance!"

02/11/2026

Also join us in welcoming Finley to for her spring 2026 internship!

"Hi, my name is Finley! I’m from Tennessee, and I’m planning to go into occupational therapy. I played college softball before transferring to UCA, and I’ll be attending the UCAs graduate program in the fall of 2026. I’ve really enjoyed coaching clinics and camps, and that helped me realize I wanted to go into something fun and different where I could work closely with people and make a real impact."

University of Central Arkansas

02/11/2026

Did you know vision is more than 20/20?

tracking ---> how eyes follow a moving target in all directions
stamina ---> how long these tiny muscles last
teaming ---> how eyes work together to focus
saccades ---> how eyes "jump" precisely, like while reading
near/far point ---> focusing while copying from the blackboard
visual processing ---> how our brain interprets all this information

Vision skills are developed by the time we're 3-4 months old...but if there's a problem we see disinterest in reading, bad grades, not wanting to go to school, poor handwriting, fidgeting/squirming in seats, and headaches. These kids could be labeled as "trouble makers," but often what they're being asked to do in the classroom is TOO much for their visual skills.

If this sounds like your kiddo or someone you know, our OT team can help.
Call today!

02/10/2026

Welcome Lydia!
We are so excited to have you with us for your spring internship 2026 at Therapy Monkey!

"My name is Lydia Stanley, and I’m currently a senior at the University of Central Arkansas. I will be starting physical therapy school this fall and am especially interested in sports therapy and pediatrics. I’m passionate about helping people stay active, recover from injuries, and build confidence through movement. I want to be a therapist that makes a lasting impact on every client I work with by helping them reach meaningful goals, regain independence, and carry healthy movement habits with them long after therapy ends!"

University of Central Arkansas

02/09/2026

Big movement = big brain connections 🌀
Movement and sensory experiences are KEY to making brain changes!

What you child feels, sees, smells, tastes, hears, and touches makes all the difference when we're talking brain development.

If your kid has trouble sitting still, we're not surprised! They are actually designed to move to learn...best learning is not calm or static when it comes to kids!

Next time you feel frustrated that they are distracted and won't finish that homework, try 10 minutes of intense play (swinging, jumping, sliding, pushing/pulling heavy things, crashing on couch cushions). See the difference afterward!

Which movement does your child love most: swinging, jumping, or crashing?

02/07/2026

For all those who ask us about donating used medical equipment…The Lake Physical Therapy collects and distributes equipment for community members in need, which is amazing!

02/06/2026

It's not a secret anymore!
At Therapy Monkey when it comes to family, THAT's our bread and butter. When family is trained on therapy techniques, nothing short of magic happens at home!

Therapy doesn’t stop when the session ends 💪
👉 Drop a comment on what tools you have learned to use outside of therapy!

02/05/2026

How fun for our sweet little valentines!

Whatcha doing Sunday afternoon? Come eat lunch with us at Cross Creek Sandwich Shop and paint a mini valentine!

Such a fun way to spend the afternoon with friends and family!

Tickets are $32 for lunch and your make and take valentine or $60 for 2!

Book Soon!
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02/04/2026

Play isn’t a break from therapy — it IS the therapy! 🧠✨

When children lead in play, our team is along for the ride guiding fun and creativity into skilled therapy.

Motivation is KEY to neurological development...it's the spoonful of sugar to make the medicine go down!

👉 What’s your child’s favorite way to play right now?