Cornerstone Therapy Services

02/18/2026

Transitions are HARD for kids… and honestly sometimes for parents too 😅

If your child melts down when it’s time to leave the park, stop a game, or switch activities, they’re not being difficult. Their brain is still learning how to shift gears.

Try this at home:
• Give a 2 minute warning before changing activities
• Use “first-then” language (First clean up, then snack)
• Let them finish one last small part
• Stay calm and predictable

Transitions aren’t about obedience , they’re about regulation.
And regulation takes practice 🤍

Need help with routines at home? Our therapists are always happy to help you problem solve!

02/11/2026

Everyone wish a Happy Birthday, to our Director & Friend, Cindy! 🎉💛

Your leadership, heart, and steady presence make such a difference to everyone around you. You have a way of guiding with both strength and kindness, and it does not go unnoticed. We are so grateful for the vision and care you bring every single day.
Praying this year brings you joy, peace, good health, and all the blessings you so freely pour into others. You deserve to be celebrated today and always! 🎂✨

02/10/2026

💙 What is Emotional Regulation in Children? 💙

Emotional regulation is not about stopping big feelings, it’s about helping children learn what to do with them.

Children who struggle to regulate emotions aren’t misbehaving…

👉 they’re having a hard time coping.
At Cornerstone Therapy, we help children build the skills to:
✨ feel safe in their bodies
✨ manage frustration and disappointment
✨ ask for help instead of acting out
✨ learn, focus, and connect with others

Emotional regulation develops over time, with support from calm, safe adults. Connection always comes before correction.

💛 Big feelings mean a child needs help, not blame.

If you have concerns about your child’s emotional regulation, our OT, Speech, and Physical Therapy team is here to support your family.

📍 Serving children and families in Brevard County

📞 Call us to learn more about pediatric therapy services.

02/05/2026

🌈 What Is Stimming?
Stimming (short for self-stimulatory behavior) includes repeated movements, sounds, or actions that help a person regulate their body, emotions, and sensory system.

✨ Stimming is not bad behavior and doesn’t need to be stopped just because it looks different.

👀 What can stimming look like?
• Hand flapping or finger movements
• Rocking, pacing, or spinning
• Humming or repeating sounds
• Chewing, touching textures, or watching lights

🧠 Why do people stim?
Stimming can help with calming, focusing, managing stress, releasing energy, coping with sensory overload, or expressing excitement and comfort. Many people stim, especially autistic and neurodivergent individuals.

💛 Stimming supports regulation
When stimming is blocked, frustration and dysregulation often increase. When it is understood and supported, emotional balance is easier to regain.

🤍 How we support stimming at Cornerstone Therapy ❤️

✔️ If it’s safe, we allow it
✔️ We look at what the behavior is communicating
✔️ We support regulation—not suppression
Stimming has a purpose. It doesn’t need fixing.

👉 Follow us for more parent education on regulation, sensory processing, Occupational Therapy, and Speech Therapy.

02/05/2026

💌 Valentine’s Day fun in OT! 💌
Javier worked hard on this special Valentine for his mommy, using his hands, creativity, and lots of love! Activities like this target fine motor skills, hand strength, and coordination while making something meaningful to take home. We love seeing our kiddos so proud of their work! 🍦❤️

02/02/2026

✨ Calming Sensory Activities for Kids ✨

Big feelings can be overwhelming, but the right support can help children feel calm, regulated, and ready to learn 🤍

This visual highlights sensory strategies commonly used across Occupational Therapy (OT), Speech Therapy, and Physical Therapy (PT) to support regulation, attention, and body awareness, including:

🧠 Deep pressure & proprioceptive input
🌬️ Breathing and regulation strategies
👂 Auditory soothing
✋ Tactile play
👀 Visual calming
🤸 Movement & vestibular input
These activities can be helpful at home, school, or during transitions.

Every child is unique, and therapy helps identify which strategies work best for your child!

Our OT, Speech, and PT teams at Cornerstone Therapy work together to support the whole child 💫

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01/29/2026

🌙 OT SLEEP TIPS FOR KIDS! 😴

Sleep struggles aren’t about kids being “difficult” — they’re often about a nervous system that can’t slow down yet.

Here’s how OT supports better sleep ⬇️

✨ Think regulation first!! Sleep starts in the body, not the bed. Calm the nervous system before expecting rest.

🛁 Create a predictable bedtime routine. Same steps, same order, every night = safety for the brain.

🤍 Use deep pressure 🫂
Tight hugs, squeezes, massage, or a weighted blanket (when appropriate) can help the body feel grounded.

🧘 Add calming movement
Gentle stretching, yoga poses, or slow animal walks before bed help release the day.

📵 Limit screens before sleep
Bright lights + fast input keep the brain alert. Aim for screen-free time before bed.

🌬️ Quiet the busy brain with breathing games, muscle squeezes, or guided relaxation work better than talking it out.

💤 Calm body = better sleep
When the body feels safe, sleep comes easier.

👉 OT can help identify what your child’s nervous system needs to rest and reset.

01/27/2026

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12/10/2025

🎅✨ Santa made a special trip to Cornerstone Therapy today!
Our clinic was filled with smiles, laughter, and all the holiday magic. ❤️🎄

Check out these moments — we loved celebrating with our amazing kids and families! 📸✨

12/03/2025

🎄✨ December is here, and so is the holiday fun at Cornerstone Therapy! ✨🎄

We have a month full of exciting crafts, festive activities, and special events planned just for our amazing kiddos. From creative holiday art projects to joyful seasonal surprises, there’s so much to look forward to!

Stay tuned and follow along—December at Cornerstone Therapy is going to be full of laughter, learning, and lots of holiday cheer! 🎨🎁🎅

12/01/2025

🎄🎅 Santa is Coming to Cornerstone Therapy! 🎅🎄

We’re so excited to celebrate the Christmas season with our amazing kiddos and families! Join us Tuesday, December 9th from 9:00–11:00 AM as Santa stops by Cornerstone Therapy Services to spread holiday cheer.

He’ll be visiting our children and bringing treats, cookies, and juice for everyone to enjoy! 🍪🧃✨

We can’t wait to share this special morning with you.
Come join us for some festive fun and holiday magic! ❤️💚

11/25/2025

Our clinic will be closed for Thanksgiving so our team can spend time with loved ones.

We want to wish all of our amazing families a beautiful and restful holiday. We are so grateful for each of our kiddos and the joy they bring into our days. Thank you for trusting us, supporting us, and allowing us to be a part of your children’s growth.

Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
🤎🧡