Flourishing Lives

Flourishing Lives We help kids and families flourish through dedicated, child-led occupational and speech therapy. THERAPEUTIC FUN: We use therapy, disguised as play.

Our team empowers children to reach their full potential, focusing on individual strengths and goals in a nurturing environment for lasting growth. At Flourishing Lives we use play to develop gross motor skills, fine motor skills, and challenge our patients to adapt to an ever-changing sensory environment. We help them process things that they don't understand and cannot communicate. Trauma, anxiety, sensory aversion, or any kind of problem that is hindering a patient's daily life can be greatly improved with a highly trained occupational therapist, who can help them process things on a physical level that they may not be able to understand on an emotional level. A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF OUR UNIQUE OT TREATMENT APPROACH

TRUST: We build a safe therapeutic relationship with the patient and their family to facilitate open communication at the clinic and at home. EMPOWERMENT: We use patient driven, therapist guided activities to empower patients to take responsibility for their healing while we develop the patient's ability to process sensory input. In this positive environment, we are able to get to the root of the problem with less resistance from the patient. Flourishing Lives was established as Sensory Systems Clinic by Sandra Glovak, OTR/L in 1982.

01/02/2026

Why whistles? 🎶💨
They encourage deep breathing, which helps trigger the brain’s relaxation response calming the body and supporting regulation. Playful tools, powerful benefits!

01/01/2026

Who knew a whistle could teach nose-blowing? Turning everyday skills into playful moments parents can use at home!

Happy New Year from all of us at Flourishing Lives! As we welcome the year ahead, we are grateful for our families, team...
01/01/2026

Happy New Year from all of us at Flourishing Lives! As we welcome the year ahead, we are grateful for our families, team, and community. Wishing you a year filled with growth, progress, and new possibilities.

12/31/2025

Dressed up. Apple juice toasts. Big smiles.
Celebrating the new year with the best team around. We can't wait to see what this next year brings.

Wishing our families, friends, and community a happy, healthy, and joy filled new year!

We are so grateful for our families this season. Please review our holiday schedule for upcoming clinic closures. Wishin...
12/30/2025

We are so grateful for our families this season. Please review our holiday schedule for upcoming clinic closures. Wishing you a joyful holiday!

💙 Your Family’s Choices Matter.We recently spoke with a parent whose child was denied speech therapy because they were “...
12/30/2025

💙 Your Family’s Choices Matter.

We recently spoke with a parent whose child was denied speech therapy because they were “too dysregulated.” The other clinic told her she had to leave our occupational therapy program to receive speech care elsewhere. She said no, and chose what felt right for her child.

At Flourishing Lives, we believe families should never have to choose between the support they trust and the services they need. You know your child best, and we’re here to collaborate, not control.

Our Occupational and Speech Therapy Services work hand-in-hand to support your child’s growth while honoring your family’s voice, values, and goals. We adapt to your child, not the other way around. 🌿

✨ Comment CHILD DEVELOPMENT if you’re looking for a therapy team that values partnership, communication, and your child’s unique journey.

🎄 The holidays are full of lights, laughter, and excitement, but for some kids, all that stimulation can be overwhelming...
12/29/2025

🎄 The holidays are full of lights, laughter, and excitement, but for some kids, all that stimulation can be overwhelming.

When travel, noise, or new routines take over, regulation activities can help your child’s body and brain work together to stay calm and focused. 💛

Here are a few simple, therapist-approved activities you can try at home:
🌬️ Deep breathing or blowing bubbles
🎵 Rhythmic movement like clapping or marching
🪀 Sensory play with kinetic sand or stress balls

These small moments of regulation help kids feel grounded, confident, and ready to enjoy the magic of the season.

At Flourishing Lives, our Occupational and Speech Therapy Services support families in building these calming routines year-round—helping children thrive through every season. 🌿

✨ Comment “CHILD DEVELOPMENT” if your child struggles with sensory overload or emotional regulation, and our team will reach out to support your family.

🗣️ Will My Child Grow Out of Their Speech Issues?Sometimes they might, but not always. While some speech sound errors re...
12/28/2025

🗣️ Will My Child Grow Out of Their Speech Issues?

Sometimes they might, but not always. While some speech sound errors resolve naturally as children develop, others like “r” or “s” often need targeted support from a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP).

Early support makes progress easier and builds your child’s confidence to communicate clearly in everyday situations.

At Flourishing Lives, our Speech and Occupational Therapy Services work together to help children strengthen communication, self-regulation, and confidence in a supportive, family-centered environment. đź’™

✨ Comment SPEECH if you’re concerned about your child’s pronunciation or clarity, and our team will reach out to see how we can help.

If every meal feels like a battle, you’re not failing, your child just needs the right kind of support.Our Occupational ...
12/27/2025

If every meal feels like a battle, you’re not failing, your child just needs the right kind of support.

Our Occupational and Speech Therapists can help your family build calm, confident mealtime routines that work.

Comment FEEDING and we’ll reach out to support you.

12/26/2025

The holiday break is a great time to encourage AAC use at home and begin adding it into your daily routine. Using AAC during everyday moments helps build communication skills, confidence, and connection.


🎄 The holidays are filled with joy, but for many kids, they can also bring sensory overload. Bright lights, loud gatheri...
12/26/2025

🎄 The holidays are filled with joy, but for many kids, they can also bring sensory overload. Bright lights, loud gatherings, and new routines can make it hard for children to stay calm and focused.

That’s where regulation activities come in. These small, intentional moments help the body and brain work together, keeping your child grounded, confident, and ready to enjoy the season.

At Flourishing Lives, our Occupational and Speech Therapy team supports families in understanding what helps their child regulate, connect, and thrive during busy times like the holidays. 🌟

✨ Comment “CHILD DEVELOPMENT” if your child struggles with sensory overwhelm, focus, or emotional regulation, and our team will reach out to share how we can help.

Merry Christmas from all of us at Flourishing Lives! We are so grateful for our families, team, and community and wish y...
12/25/2025

Merry Christmas from all of us at Flourishing Lives! We are so grateful for our families, team, and community and wish you a joyful day filled with warmth and happiness.

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30801 Jefferson Avenue
St. Clair Shores, MI
48082

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 8pm
Tuesday 8am - 8pm
Wednesday 8am - 8pm
Thursday 8am - 8pm
Friday 8am - 8pm
Saturday 8am - 6pm

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+15862931234

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