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Learning On A Curve LLC

Therapeutic & Educational Services for Neurodiverse Learners. Services provided in person at LOAC Therapy Center, Palmetto FL & Virtually Nationwide.

Peds Occupational Therapy, Playbased ABA Parent Training, K-12 Tutoring, Executive Functioning & more

03/19/2026

Sometimes "Regulation before Education" means a literal weight on your shoulders.

You don't have to spend a fortune on weighted products for your child! Back in the early days of my OT career, there were no such things as "store bought weighted toys". So...I made them myself! If shopping at a dollar tree, you can make your own for under $5! A DIY weighted stuffy (just add a bag of rice!) is a game-changer!

Directions: Cut a hole and remove enough stuffing to fit a bag of rice inside. I recommend double bagging it!
You can add some Velcro to seal the hole!
***DON'T WASH WITH RICE BAG INSIDE!

Benefits:
Grounding: Place the weighted animal on the lap during seated tasks to provide "calming" proprioceptive input to the nervous system.

Body Awareness: Use it for "heavy work" by having the child carry the "heavy pet" to a specific destination.

Self-Regulation: Provides the deep pressure touch (DPT) needed to lower high arousal states.

Occupational Therapy Palmetto | Sensory Processing Disorder | Weighted Lap Pad | Deep Pressure Touch | Proprioceptive Input | Weighted Animal | Palmetto FL

03/16/2026

Struggling to weave occupational therapy into your family's daily rhythm? It doesn't have to be overwhelming. Small, consistent habits are the most important ways to see improvements. Weaving in sensory breaks during homework, simple hand exercises while watching TV and using a vibration pad first thing in the morning, can make a big difference. Ready to feel confident and empowered in supporting your child every day? Our OT Parent Coaching Program can help!

Occupational Therapy | Parent Coach | Sensory Integration | Primitive Reflexes | Daily Routine for Kids

03/15/2026

When a student sits on a Move & Sit cushion, we are providing constant vestibular and proprioceptive input to help them maintain arousal. We are also secretly engaging the core muscles, so the child doesn't even know they are "working out"

But we don't stop there...

By using the laser (PBM) on the Motor and Sensory Cortex, we are specifically targeting and activating the brain’s "mapping" centers. This helps a child better understand where their body is in space, leading to improved posture, better emotional regulation, and a brain that is ready for the "cognitive load" of learning.

Pediatric Occupational Therapy| Palmetto | Sensory Integration | Motor Cortex Stimulation | Move and Sit Cushion | Neuroplasticity | Step Up For Students Provider | Learning On A Curve | ADHD | Autism | FL | Light Therapy | Red Light | Photobiomodulation

03/14/2026

We don't believe in "one size fits all" therapy. Take a peek inside the LOAC Therapy Clinic in Palmetto, Florida!

From our infrared dome and neuronic helmet for cellular healing to peanut balls for core stability, every piece of equipment is chosen to support your child's unique neuro-foundation.

We prioritize Regulation before Education, ensuring your child has the sensory and motor "Roots" they need to grow into their full potential.

Pediatric OT Clinic | Step Up For Students Provider | Pediatric Occupational Therapy | Palmetto | Sensory Play | Learning On A Curve | Manatee County | Neurodiverse Support | Infrared Therapy | Neuronic Helmet | Photobiomodulation | Neuro Games

03/13/2026

Transcranial Photobiomodulation (tPBM) sounds complex, but think of it as a "charger" for the brain's cells.

Just like plants use sunlight to grow, our brain cells can absorb specific wavelengths of near-infrared light.

This light triggers the mitochondria (the powerhouses of the cell) to produce more ATP, the "fuel" the brain needs to focus, regulate, and learn. When the brain has the energy it needs, the "Roots Up" development finally has the power to grow.

Let us know if you want to learn more in comments!

Transcranial Photobiomodulation | Brain Energy | Mitochondrial Health | Occupational Therapy | Palmetto | ADHD Brain Support | Autism | Learning On A Curve | Step Up For Students Provider | Neuroplasticity

03/09/2026

Why do occupational therapy tools make such a difference? Because they help each learner build skills at their own pace, using devices designed just for them.

From sensory brushes to adaptive grips, every tool in our LOAC clinic supports progress and confidence.

Have you seen a tool that changed learning for your child? Comment with "OTtools" to share your experience!

03/07/2026

POV: As a new OT in the 90's, I would have NEVER guessed that I would be saying my 2 favorite therapy tools were a vibration pad and a Laser...NEVER WOULD I EVER....but here we are in 2026

Vibration provides high-frequency input to the mechanoreceptors (proprioceptors) in the muscles and joints. It is a top notch tool to provide deep proprioceptive input for sensory and motor processing!

When we pair this with laser therapy on the cerebellum, we are essentially "tuning" the brain’s clock. The cerebellum handles the timing of everything: from how we catch a ball to how we sequence sounds into words. The cerebellum by managing the timing, rhythm, and motor coordination.

This combo is a powerhouse tool for people struggling with motor planning and coordination.

Cerebellum Support | Vibration Therapy | Motor Planning | Sensory Integration | Occupational Therapy | Palmetto | Avant Laser | Proprioceptive Input | Neurodevelopment | Manatee County | Florida

03/04/2026

Focus: Fine Motor Precision & Tripod Grasp

Don’t let the size fool you. Mini clothes pins are high-level tools for distal control and hand strength.

Pincer Power: Pinching the small surface area isolates the thumb and index finger the exact muscles needed for a functional pencil grasp.

Visual Perceptual Match: Clip pins onto colored cardstock or letters to work on color/letter recognition while building hand endurance.

The Rescue Mission: Clip them onto a shirt or a "spider web" of string and have the child remove them using only their dominant hand.

Fine Motor Precision | Tripod Grasp | Hand Strength for Writing | Pincer Grasp Activities | Occupational Therapy Palmetto | Step Up For Students Provider | Pediatric OT Florida | Learning On A Curve | Manatee County Homeschool Support | Visual Perceptual Skills

02/27/2026

One of my secrets to a calm, alert brain state: bilateral tapping. 🧠✨

Bilateral tapping is a simple, powerful tool to:
• Calm the nervous system
• Reduce stress and cortisol
• Help your body feel lighter and more alert
• Engage your kids in a fun regulation activity

Just a few minutes can help your brain shift from fight-or-flight to calm alert, making parenting and homeschooling smoother.

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5010 US 19 North
Palmetto, FL
34221

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+19415291454

Website

http://www.learningonacurve.org/

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