Therapies & approaches
Every approach, explained without judgment
We catalog the therapies families actually seek — mainstream and alternative alike — each with what it is, who it helps, the honest evidence picture, and what to consider. No gatekeeping; informed choice with your care team.
Sensory Integration (Ayres SI)
Structured sensory play to support regulation & motor skills.
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DIR / Floortime
Relationship- and play-based developmental therapy.
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Feeding Therapy
For picky eating, avoidance & swallowing difficulties.
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Music Therapy
Music to build communication, motor & emotional skills.
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Art Therapy
Creative expression for emotional & developmental goals.
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Hippotherapy & Equine Therapy
Horse-movement-based therapy for motor & sensory goals.
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Aquatic Therapy
Water-based therapy for movement & regulation.
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Developmental Optometry & Vision Therapy
Visual-processing & eye-teaming support.
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Pediatric Nutrition & Dietetics
Feeding, growth, allergies & medical nutrition.
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Neurofeedback
EEG-based training; an emerging, debated approach.
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Spelling to Communicate (S2C) & RPM
Letterboard-based communication methods — and the debate around them.
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