Behavioral Health Therapies

12/26/2025

12/24/2025

Simply having a wonderful... holiday party!!!
Hoping you, your friends and your family have the most magical holidays just like we did at our shingdig!! 🎅✨🌟🎄🎀

12/21/2025

Looking to build more positive reinforcement at home? Here are some helpful parenting tips!🧡

12/19/2025

✨ The holidays are a time for gifts, joy, and connection. If you’re looking for thoughtful, inclusive ideas for children with diverse needs, check out this guide.

This guide offers tech-gift ideas that consider different abilities and support inclusion, from easy-to-use adaptive toys and apps to sensory-friendly gadgets that can help make playtime, learning, and family time more accessible.

At Behavioral Health Therapies, we believe every child deserves to experience the magic of the holidays in a way that feels safe, joyful, and comfortable. 🎁💙 Whether you’re shopping for a gift or building a supportive, inclusive environment at home, thoughtful choices matter.

Do you have favorite go-to gifts or activities that help children with special needs feel included and supported during the holidays?

12/15/2025

✨ The holiday season can bring lots of joy but may also bring about sensory overload, routine changes, and stress, especially for children with diverse needs.

At Behavioral Health Therapies, we support families in creating calm, meaningful moments that honor each child’s comfort level.

Small adjustments, such as predictable routines, sensory-friendly spaces, or gentle prep before gatherings, can make a big difference. Every child deserves a holiday season filled with warmth, safety, and connection. 💙🎄

What helps your child feel calm and supported during the holidays?

12/15/2025

BHT's annual Christmas party was a wonderful evening filled with great food, festive music, and lots of laughter. It was a joy to spend time together celebrating the season and appreciating one another in such a warm, fun atmosphere.

12/13/2025

🎁 Looking for holiday gift ideas that support kids with diverse needs? Tech tools can offer learning support, sensory regulation, and fun ways to build independence.

From adaptive apps to sensory-friendly devices, thoughtful gifts can help children explore, connect, and thrive. At Behavioral Health Therapies, we encourage families to choose tools that align with each child’s strengths and comfort. 💙

What types of tech or sensory tools have been helpful for your child?

12/12/2025

To all the amazing families raising children with diverse needs; you’re doing incredible work this season. The holidays don’t have to look a certain way. Slower days, sensory-friendly traditions, and quiet moments count too. 💙

Behavioral Health Therapies is here to support your family with compassion, understanding, and guidance.

What is one holiday tradition your family has adapted to make it more comfortable?

11/08/2025

📣 Feeling grateful this holiday season!
Did you know that simple adjustments, such as a quiet space, a visual schedule, or a favorite toy, can make a huge difference for a child with autism during Thanksgiving? According to expert advice shared in this article from Autism Speaks, changes in routine, noise and crowds are among the biggest challenges.

Read more from the article here: https://www.autismspeaks.org/expert-opinion/tips-creating-autism-friendly-thanksgiving

At BHT, we specialize in supporting children and families with developmental and behavioral needs and we’re here to help you craft a calm, inclusive holiday.

👉 Planning ahead for your holiday? We’d love to support your family’s needs. Contact us today! (727) 330-8932

11/06/2025

🖍️ Crafts + skill-building = holiday fun!
An article on “Fun and Engaging Thanksgiving Activities for Special Needs Children” from the California Special Needs Law Group shows how activities like a “smelling station”, turkey-feather counting, and writing an “I’m thankful” letter help children with special needs build language, motor, and sensory skills.

If you’re seeking guidance on how to turn a holiday craft into a meaningful developmental opportunity, BHT is here for you!

Read more from the article here: https://www.csnlg.com/fun-engaging-thanksgiving-activities-special-needs-children/