Guidepost Pediatric Therapies and Educational Services

Guidepost Pediatric Therapies and Educational Services Guidepost offers OT, PT, Speech and Behavioral Health Therapies. Dyslexia Testing and Intervention.

05/01/2026

🧠⚡ OT in Action: Building Circuits & Big Skills! 🎶🔌

Today in occupational therapy, we took hands-on learning to the next level by building simple circuits to create radios and speakers!

This fun, interactive activity wasn’t just about electronics—it targeted essential developmental skills like:
✨ Problem-solving & critical thinking
✨ Fine motor coordination
✨ Sequencing & planning
✨ Attention to detail
✨ Perseverance through trial and error

As our kids connected wires and powered up their creations, they experienced the excitement of turning effort into real results—hearing sound come to life through something they built themselves! 🎧

At Guidepost Pediatrics, we love blending creativity, science, and therapy to make learning meaningful and FUN.

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04/26/2026

There’s a common misconception that occupational therapy is just for younger children—but the truth is, OT evolves right alongside our clients.

With older teens, the work becomes deeper, more reflective, and incredibly meaningful.

Today, we were doing an introspection/mindfulness activity—taking time to slow down, look inward, and build awareness around thoughts, emotions, and reactions. These moments matter. They help teens develop emotional regulation, self-identity, and the confidence to navigate real-world challenges.

Occupational therapy at this stage is about more than skills—it’s about insight, resilience, and preparing for adulthood.

Creating space for reflection today… building stronger futures tomorrow. ✨

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At Guidepost Pediatrics, our Reading Camp is more than just summer learning—it’s a community service project rooted in o...
04/23/2026

At Guidepost Pediatrics, our Reading Camp is more than just summer learning—it’s a community service project rooted in our mission. Call 907-376-4880 to get on the list. Only a few spots left and available.

☀️ Incredible summer support right as school is ending—bridging the gap into summer vacation while making learning fun!

We believe every child deserves access to high-quality, effective reading intervention—without cost being a barrier. That’s why we’ve intentionally designed our camp to be cost-efficient, impactful, and accessible for the entire community.

Through structured, research-based approaches, our team targets:
🔤 Phonemic awareness
📖 Decoding and fluency
🧠 Comprehension and vocabulary
✍️ Confidence in reading and writing

This is what we stand for—meeting families where they are and delivering real results that change academic trajectories.

We are proud to serve, invest in our community, and help children build the foundational skill that impacts every area of learning: the ability to read.

If your child needs support, we’re here—and we’re committed to making it accessible.

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🖐️ Fine Motor Skills – Carefully removing each piece strengthens hand muscles and precision👀 Visual-Motor Integration – ...
04/23/2026

🖐️ Fine Motor Skills – Carefully removing each piece strengthens hand muscles and precision
👀 Visual-Motor Integration – Coordinating what the eyes see with how the hands move
🎯 Hand-Eye Coordination – Steady, controlled movements are key to success
🧠 Focus & Attention – Staying calm and concentrated to avoid the buzzer
💡 Problem-Solving – Planning movements and adjusting strategies
😌 Emotional Regulation – Managing frustration and celebrating small wins

Every buzz is a learning moment, and every success builds confidence 💪

Play isn’t just play—it’s purposeful, intentional, and incredibly impactful.

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04/23/2026

Spring has arrived in the clinic 🌱🌸 and so have our garden-themed sensory bins!

We’re bringing stories to life with hands-on exploration—pairing new books about gardens and springtime with sensory play that sparks curiosity and builds important skills. Our “dirt” (made from crushed Coco Puffs!) is a huge hit as little hands dig, scoop, plant, and discover.

These sensory bins support:
🌼 Fine motor development
🌼 Imaginative play
🌼 Language and vocabulary growth
🌼 Sensory processing in a fun, engaging way

There’s something powerful about connecting literacy with movement, texture, and play—this is where learning sticks.

At Guidepost Pediatrics, our strength is our people—and today we’re highlighting Ms. Michele, OTR/L 💙With a calm, though...
04/17/2026

At Guidepost Pediatrics, our strength is our people—and today we’re highlighting Ms. Michele, OTR/L 💙

With a calm, thoughtful approach and a deep understanding of pediatric development, Ms. Michele brings both clinical expertise and genuine compassion to every session. She meets each child exactly where they are, building trust, confidence, and meaningful progress step by step.

Whether she’s working on fine motor skills, sensory integration, or helping a child gain independence in daily tasks, Ms. Michele’s sessions are intentional, engaging, and rooted in evidence-based care.

Families quickly notice what we see every day—her patience, her consistency, and her commitment to helping each child thrive.

We’re grateful to have Ms. Michele as part of the Guidepost team and the impact she makes in the lives of the children and families we serve. 🌟

April is the Month of the Military Child 💜At Guidepost Pediatric Therapies, we recognize and honor the incredible streng...
04/12/2026

April is the Month of the Military Child 💜

At Guidepost Pediatric Therapies, we recognize and honor the incredible strength, resilience, and sacrifice of military children and their families. These children navigate frequent moves, new schools, changing routines, and time apart from loved ones—all while continuing to grow, learn, and thrive.

Military children show us what courage looks like in everyday life. They adapt quickly, build new friendships, and carry a level of strength far beyond their years.

We are proud to support military families in our community by providing consistent, high-quality care—whether in person or through telehealth—so that progress never has to pause, no matter where life takes you.

To all of our military families: we see you, we appreciate you, and we are honored to walk alongside you in your child’s journey.

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Our sweet friends have been working hard during tabletop activities, building the foundation for stronger fine motor ski...
04/07/2026

Our sweet friends have been working hard during tabletop activities, building the foundation for stronger fine motor skills every day. From grasping and manipulating small objects to improving hand strength and coordination, these moments add up to BIG progress.

✨ Strengthening little hands
✨ Improving coordination and control
✨ Building confidence through success

It’s incredible to watch each child grow in their abilities and independence right before our eyes. We are so proud of the effort they bring to every session!

04/07/2026

🧸✨ Big skills built through miniature play and functional OT skills this morning at Guidepost!

Our young patients dove into miniature play in OT, and while it may look small, the functional skills we’re targeting are HUGE:

🏡 Fine motor strength & coordination
🧠 Imagination + symbolic play
🧩 Problem-solving and sequencing
🖐️ Bilateral coordination (using both hands together)
🎯 Attention and task engagement

From setting up tiny environments to creating their own little worlds, our kiddos are practicing real-life skills in a way that feels natural, fun, and meaningful.

This is what pediatric OT is all about—meeting children where they are and helping them grow through play. 💙

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04/07/2026

🔌✨ Building more than circuit boards… we’re building brains, confidence, and problem-solvers at Guidepost!

In OT this week, our kids worked on circuit board activities—and while it looks like play, it’s packed with powerful skill-building:

⚡ Fine motor precision (placing components, connecting pieces)
⚡ Visual-motor integration
⚡ Problem-solving + sequencing
⚡ Attention and task persistence
⚡ Cause-and-effect understanding

There’s something amazing that happens when a child connects a circuit and sees it light up 💡—you can literally see their confidence turn on too.

Hands-on learning like this bridges movement, thinking, and creativity, helping our kids strengthen the skills they need for school and everyday life.

At Guidepost, therapy is purposeful, engaging, and always built around helping each child thrive. 💙

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🎨🐰 Texture + Collage Fun in OT! 🐰🎨Today’s activity was all about creating an adorable rabbit using a variety of textures...
03/31/2026

🎨🐰 Texture + Collage Fun in OT! 🐰🎨

Today’s activity was all about creating an adorable rabbit using a variety of textures and collage materials—and it was so much more than just cute crafts!

Through this hands-on project, our kiddos worked on:
✨ Fine motor skills – cutting, tearing, and gluing
✨ Bilateral coordination – using both hands together with control
✨ Sensory processing – exploring different textures (soft, rough, bumpy)
✨ Visual motor integration – placing pieces with intention and accuracy
✨ Attention & task completion – following steps to finish their bunny masterpiece
✨ Creativity & self-expression – making each rabbit uniquely their own

Activities like this build the foundational skills needed for handwriting, dressing, and everyday independence—all while having fun!

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🌟 Team Spotlight – Shoutout to Renj, Registered Nurse and Marketing Design! 🌟We want to take a moment to recognize someo...
03/25/2026

🌟 Team Spotlight – Shoutout to Renj, Registered Nurse and Marketing Design! 🌟

We want to take a moment to recognize someone who works tirelessly behind the scenes to keep everything running smoothly and looking incredible—Renj, RN & Executive Assistant! 👏

From creating beautiful, consistent marketing designs for our services and providers to supporting daily operations, Renj brings creativity, precision, and heart into everything he does. 🎨✨

His work helps ensure our families clearly understand the care we provide and highlights the incredible talent of our therapy team. That level of excellence does not go unnoticed.

💙 Thank you, Renj, for your dedication, professionalism, and the pride you take in representing Guidepost Pediatrics Therapies and Educational Services so well every single day.

We are grateful to have you on our team!

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1174 N. Th Leatherleaf Loop. Suite D
Wasilla, AK
99654

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 7pm
Tuesday 7am - 7pm
Wednesday 7am - 7pm
Thursday 7am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+19073764880

Website

http://www.guidepostpediatrics.com/

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