Therapies offered at Miki

Enhancing emotional well-being and mental health:
Psychological therapy offers a safe and supportive environment for autistic children to express their emotions and develop coping strategies. Through techniques like cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and play therapy, therapists help children manage anxiety, reduce challenging behaviors, and improve emotional regulation.
Improving communication and social skills:
Autistic children often face difficulties in understanding and engaging in social interactions. Psychological therapy helps them develop essential communication skills, such as initiating conversations, maintaining eye contact, and understanding non-verbal cues. By fostering social skills, therapy sessions improve their relationships with peers and family members.
Reducing anxiety and stress:
Autistic children frequently experience heightened anxiety and stress due to difficulties with sensory processing and changes in routines. Psychological therapy equips children with relaxation techniques, stress management strategies, and sensory integration therapies. These interventions reduce anxiety levels, enhance emotional resilience, and promote overall well-being.

Enhancing sensory integration and motor skills
Many autistic children struggle with sensory processing, leading to difficulties in adapting to sensory stimuli. Occupational therapy provides sensory integration techniques, such as deep pressure therapy, tactile play, and vestibular activities, to help children process sensory information effectively. Additionally, therapy sessions incorporate fine and gross motor activities that improve coordination and motor planning.
Promoting independence and self-care
Occupational therapists work closely with autistic children to develop daily living skills, such as dressing, feeding, and toileting. Through structured interventions and routines, occupational therapy enhances their ability to engage in self-care activities independently. This empowerment fosters a sense of accomplishment and improves their overall quality of life.
Improving attention and focus
Many autistic children experience challenges with attention and focus, which can impact their learning and engagement in daily activities. Occupational therapy employs strategies like sensory breaks, visual schedules, and organizational techniques to improve attention and reduce distractions. These interventions promote sustained focus, leading to increased participation and learning opportunities.

Enhancing communication and language skills:
Speech therapists work closely with autistic children to improve their communication abilities, including speech production, comprehension, and expressive language. Through various techniques such as visual supports, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices, and sign language, speech therapy helps children overcome language barriers and facilitates effective communication.
Facilitating social interaction and engagement:
Autistic children often face challenges in initiating and maintaining social interactions. Speech therapy focuses on developing social communication skills, including turn-taking, joint attention, and conversation skills. By practicing these skills in structured settings, children gain confidence in social situations, leading to improved peer interactions and social engagement.
Reducing frustration and promoting self-expression:
Difficulties in communication can lead to frustration and behavioral challenges for autistic children. Speech therapy provides them with alternative communication methods, such as picture exchange communication systems (PECS) or AAC devices, which reduce frustration and enable them to express their needs and desires effectively. This enhances their overall emotional well-being and reduces challenging behaviors.