April showers bring May flowers, but this month is all about Occupational Therapy! Checkout another fun filled newsletter with news and updates about our company, our services, and our team. We hope you enjoy this edition of the newsletter and that it helps you stay up-to-date with everything going on in the Language Essentials Community!

Spring is in full bloom, and so is our excitement for Occupational Therapy Month! This April, we’re celebrating the incredible work of our Occupational Therapists, who help children develop the skills they need to thrive in daily life—whether it’s playing, learning, or becoming more independent. Join us as we share inspiring stories, expert tips, and fun activities to support growth and success. Let’s welcome the new season with fresh possibilities and appreciation for the amazing OT professionals who make a difference every day! 

Inspiring hope and changing lives! Occupational Therapy is often confused with Physical Therapy—which focuses on regaining or strengthening a client’s ability to move their body—Occupational Therapy is an evidence-based holistic practice that pulls from many disciplines and fosters the ability, tools, and strength needed to perform daily activities, impacting both physical and mental well-being benefiting a client’s everyday life.

Occupational Therapy has roots dating back to the 1800s, emerging from the Moral Treatment Movement in the medical field. This movement emphasized not just treating patients but caring for them, considering their body, mind, and lived experience. Gaining traction during World War I, Occupational Therapy was instrumental in rehabilitating soldiers returning home. From then on, the field evolved exponentially, integrating cutting-edge philosophies from neurological, psychological, and sensory-based approaches to support a diverse range of individuals.

Many individuals benefit from Occupational Therapy, including pediatric clients with autism, sensory processing disorders, feeding difficulties, as well as other developmental and neuropsychological disorders. Additionally, occupational therapists are increasingly involved in inclusive design and accessibility advocacy, consulting on everything from workplace accommodations to smart home adaptations. OT is also making strides in mental health interventions, addressing the effects of trauma, anxiety, and burnout through mindfulness-based therapy, sensory modulation, and community reintegration programs.

Occupational Therapy is more than just rehabilitation—with a growing emphasis on holistic, client-centered care, it’s a pathway to independence, confidence, and a renewed sense of purpose. By addressing the unique needs of each individual, OT empowers people to overcome obstacles, regain skills, and engage fully in their daily lives. Whether it’s helping a child find and understand themselves, supporting a stroke survivor in regaining mobility, or guiding someone through sensory challenges, OT fosters resilience and possibility. Through innovation, compassion, and a deep understanding of human potential, Occupational Therapy inspires hope and transforms lives all year round!

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April is Occupational Therapy Month, and we’re celebrating with a fun, hands-on activity! Our Pom-Pom Raindrops Sensory Bin is a playful way for kids to strengthen fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and sensory exploration. Using tongs or fingers, they’ll pick up colorful “raindrops,” building essential skills through engaging, tactile play. It’s the perfect way to make therapy fun while embracing the spirit of spring!

🌸 April Showers Fine Motor & Sensory Activity: "Raindrop Rescue!" ☔

Raindrop Rescue Activity

What You’ll Need:

Blue pom-poms or cotton balls (raindrops, any color will do)

Tongs, tweezers, or clothespins (to build hand strength)

A small bowl or bin of water (optional for a sensory element)

Cup or small container (umbrella or puddle)

How to Play:

Spread out the "raindrops" on a flat surface or in a small bin of water for extra sensory fun.

Use tweezers or tongs to pick up the raindrops and place them into the "umbrella" or "puddle" (a cup or small container).

Make it a challenge! Time your child to see how many raindrops they can rescue in 30 seconds or have them sort by size or color.

Why It’s Great for OT Skills:

✅ Strengthens fine motor coordination
✅ Encourages sensory exploration (if using water)
✅ Boosts focus and hand-eye coordination
✅ Makes therapy fun and engaging for kids & parents!

🌈 Bonus Idea: Turn it into a spring story—pretend you're saving raindrops to help flowers grow! 🌷

Ms. McKenna

Let's welcome two new team members:

Ms. McKenna

“I’ve been an SLPA for four years and am thrilled to be joining Language Essentials and their incredible team. With a background in acting, I bring an animated, engaging approach to my sessions, making therapy both effective and fun. I’m especially passionate about teaching social skills and helping children build confidence in their communication. Working with children and supporting their growth is something I truly love. When I’m not working, I’m busy planning my October wedding and doting on my three cats!”

Welcome to the team, Ms. McKenna.
So happy for you to join us!

Do you love helping kids and clients master their communication and discover impactful ways to be independent—building skills and confidence with kiddos of all ages and backgrounds? Or maybe you know someone who would be a perfect fit? Then Language Essentials is the place for you! We pride ourselves on our empathetic, knowledgeable, and play-focused approach to facilitating growth through engagement.

Join a collaborative, upbeat, and passionate team that enjoys bringing a little bit of magic and laughter by helping kiddos one day at a time!

• Masters Degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Occupational Therapy

• Certification from ASHA or AOTA

• California licensure 

• Must pass background check

• SLPAs and COTAs welcome to apply!

To Apply Submit your Resume, scroll down to the bottom of the page to the contact form, HERE
Or, Checkout our INDEED LISTING
Questions or like to submit directly to us?
Contact: JOBS@LANGUAGEESSENTIALS.NET

Suggested by Ms. Megan, we love a pet friend and/or family member, so here at Language Essentials we’ve decided to show off and share our beloved pet loved ones. If they’re covered in fur, have fins, scales or feathers we love them dearly all the same.

Meet  Bailey – Our Star of the Month! 🐾

Fun Facts: Though Bailey is 8 years old, she is forever a puppy, age is just a number after all! Bailey likes to spend her time sun bathing and watching Bluey with a few of her favorite snacks: Greenies, Milk Bones, dried Salmon Bites (and anything off her dad's plate!). Bailey is a sweet and sassy girl who enjoys dressing up and wearing sweaters. She loves to be pampered with Ms. Cassidy!

Love the touch of sparkle with your Minnie Mouse ears, Bailey! 

If you would like to share your pet in future newsletters e-mail Eric at: eric@languageessentials.net

April is Occupational Therapy Month!
•April Fool’s Day April 1st
•Passover Begins April 12th
•Tax day (Taxes Due) April 15th
•Record Store Day April 19th
•Easter Day/Passover Ends April 20th
•National Superhero Day April 28th

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Speech Therapist

Clinical Manager & Occupational Therapist.

Speech Therapist

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