Building Blocks Therapy, PLLC

12/08/2025

Sigh! Don't forget those coping skills and self-care!

12/03/2025

11/23/2025

When we shout, it’s usually because we’re overwhelmed — not because our child is “too much”.

And the good news? Repair is powerful. It teaches your child that relationships can wobble and still feel safe.

If you’ve raised your voice today, you haven’t “failed”. You’ve had a human moment. What matters most is what comes next.

It’s also a brilliant way to model emotional regulation, showing your young person what it looks like to own mistakes with warmth and courage.

11/18/2025

Times are especially challenging for our seniors right now. With local food pantries stretched thin and ongoing SNAP benefit hurdles, many older adults are struggling to meet even their basic needs.
You can help by supporting our Warming Tree Project — a heartfelt effort to ensure every senior is remembered and cared for this holiday season. ❤️🎄We’ve extended the deadline for donations to ensure our homebound elderly neighbors with Meals On Wheels receive the warmth and comfort they deserve.
Our Warming Tree needs your help more than ever! Please consider donating new socks, blankets, jackets, pajamas, slippers, small space heaters, hygiene items, or gift cards. Every item makes a real difference in the life of a senior who may otherwise go without.
Thank you for helping us spread kindness and warmth throughout our community!

11/18/2025

Sensory overload doesn’t usually explode out of nowhere — it builds in layers throughout the school day. This visual explains how noise, movement, lights, and demands stack up until a young person reaches breaking point.

Full After-School Restraint Collapse Toolkit, including sensory processing checklist, available via the link in comments below ⬇️ or via Linktree Shop in Bio.

11/17/2025

It's that time of year! For our kids with sensory needs, the holiday season can be a real challenge.

Here, we're breaking down sensory seeking needs when it comes to all of the holiday overwhelm.

We have a few tips for the changes to routine, crowds, and self regulation needs that arise during the holidays! ... https://www.theottoolbox.com/home-ideas-sensory-seekers/

11/13/2025

Some of you might be wondering, "What? Sarah isn't advocating for giving children choices?" I absolutely DO advocate for giving children choices, a voice, and respect. At the same time, we ALL get decision fatigue sometimes, and it's an unfair burden to expect kids to make more decisions than they can comfortably handle. ✨

11/13/2025

I will have 2 openings in December for ages 12 and under...individual, parenting, or family. I can also accommodate stand alone school observations for others. (432) 847-4780

11/13/2025

The big man in red is coming to West Texas!🎅🏻
Make your plans today to celebrate the final day of our fall season… Christmas style! Santa will be visiting the farm from 1pm-5pm and he is waiting to see you!

A professional photographer will be available to capture your moment with Santa and make sure you tell him what you want this year!

Come celebrate Christmas at Fiddlesticks! 🎅🏻🎄

11/13/2025

We hear that not everyone loves Christmas shopping😮, and that's why we offer the option of choosing a family (of any size) to sponsor financially -- 3:11 does the shopping for you! 🥰🎁
Click here to cover the costs of a local family's gifts this year: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/2025christmasfinancialsponsorship

11/11/2025

Happy Veteran's Day to all who served!
Your sacrifices matter, and the world is a better place because you're in it!

11/06/2025

Great read for all parents!

Ever wondered why your child can go from calm to overwhelmed in what feels like seconds?
It’s not 'overreacting'. It’s the limbic system doing its job.

The limbic system is the part of the brain responsible for emotions, threat responses, memory, and connection. When it senses danger (real or perceived), it takes charge. Logical thinking steps back. This is why reasoning with a distressed child often doesn’t work in the moment.

Understanding this changes everything.

When we support emotional regulation, we’re not just teaching a skill — we’re helping a young person’s brain learn how to move from alarm back to safety. That’s connection. That’s co-regulation. That’s where calming strategies actually start to work.

If you’re supporting a child through big feelings, meltdowns, anxiety, or tricky behaviour, understanding the limbic system is foundational.

Our The Child Brain Explained Toolkit breaks this down clearly, with visuals, strategies, scripts, activities, and parent handouts you can use straight away.Link in comments below ⬇️ or via Linktree Shop in Bio.