Sensory Processing at CST Academy

Balanced Senses. Better Regulation. Brighter Days.

At CST Academy, our Sensory Processing services are part of our Occupational Therapy program and are designed to help children better interpret, organize, and respond to sensory input from their environment. Whether your child is over-sensitive, under-sensitive, or seeking out certain sensations, our expert therapists create supportive plans to help regulate responses and promote daily success.

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What Is Sensory Processing Therapy?

Sensory Processing refers to how the nervous system receives messages from the senses (like touch, sound, movement, and sight) and turns them into appropriate motor and behavioral responses. For some children, this process is disrupted, making everyday activities overwhelming, distracting, or even distressing.

Through our Occupational Therapy program, CST Academy offers individualized support for sensory challenges—helping children feel more comfortable, confident, and in control. Our therapists use evidence-based techniques, sensory integration strategies, and playful activities tailored to each child’s needs.

Why Choose CST Academy for Sensory Processing Support?

CST Academy provides far more than one-on-one therapy—we create a complete, interdisciplinary support system. Our Occupational Therapists collaborate with ABA, speech, physical, and feeding therapists to ensure that sensory regulation strategies align across every area of your child’s development.

We also keep parents closely involved with regular updates, take-home strategies, and open communication—so your child’s progress doesn’t stop when they leave our doors.

The CST Academy Difference

Choosing the right sensory support means finding a team that understands your child’s unique reactions to the world—and how to help them feel safe, calm, and in control. At CST Academy, our sensory-informed Occupational Therapy goes beyond typical strategies by creating a playful, supportive space where children can explore new sensations without fear or frustration. With expert therapists, personalized sensory plans, and a collaborative, whole-child approach, we empower each child to regulate their responses and confidently engage in everyday life.

Experienced Pediatric Occupational Therapists

Our licensed OTs have advanced training in sensory integration and regulation and know how to create calm, supportive environments where children thrive.

Play-Based, Evidence-Driven Approach

We believe in learning through joy. Our therapists incorporate fun, sensory-rich activities that keep kids engaged and comfortable while building essential regulation skills.

Collaborative Therapy Model

At CST Academy, sensory support is never siloed. Your child’s OT works side-by-side with other therapists to address overlapping challenges and reinforce success across all settings.

Family Education and Involvement

We give you the tools to support your child’s regulation at home—from simple routines to sensory diet ideas—to maximize success beyond the clinic.

Helping Your Child Regulate and Thrive

At CST Academy, our sensory processing support is tailored to help children better understand their bodies, manage their reactions, and feel more confident navigating the world. Here are a few of the key areas we focus on:

Tactile Processing

We help children who are hypersensitive or under-responsive to touch by gradually introducing safe, guided tactile experiences like textured materials, messy play, or weighted tools. This helps children tolerate daily sensations—like clothing, grooming, or physical contact—with greater ease and comfort.

Auditory Processing

For children who are easily overwhelmed by sounds or seem unresponsive to verbal cues, we use sound-based therapies and structured listening activities to build tolerance and attention. These strategies can help reduce sound sensitivities and improve overall listening and communication in noisy environments.

Vestibular Processing

Through activities like swinging, jumping, or balancing, we support the inner ear system that controls balance and spatial orientation. This helps children who appear clumsy, fearful of movement, or constantly seek motion to develop stronger body awareness and self-regulation.

Proprioceptive Processing

Heavy work activities such as pushing, pulling, climbing, or carrying objects help children develop body awareness and grounding. These strategies can improve coordination, reduce restlessness, and increase attention and emotional regulation throughout the day.

Sensory Modulation

We work with children to develop appropriate responses to sensory input—so they aren’t overstimulated by loud sounds, bright lights, or crowded spaces. Our therapists teach coping tools and routines to help children feel in control and calmly adapt to changing environments.

Self-Regulation Strategies

Beyond just recognizing sensory needs, we teach children how to identify what their bodies need in real time—whether it’s a calming break, deep pressure, or movement. With the right tools and support, children learn to self-advocate and build independence in managing their sensory world.

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When to Consider Sensory Processing Support

Here are some common signs that may indicate your child could benefit from sensory-focused occupational therapy. Every child’s needs are unique, but recognizing early challenges can lead to meaningful progress.

Avoids or Overreacts to Touch

If your child avoids hugs, cries during grooming activities, or reacts strongly to tags, seams, or messy textures, they may be hypersensitive to tactile input and need help feeling more comfortable in their environment.

Constantly Seeks Movement

Does your child crave swinging, jumping, spinning, or crashing into things? These behaviors may indicate an under-responsive vestibular system, and sensory therapy can help them regulate through safer, structured movement.

Struggles with Loud or Sudden Sounds

Children with auditory sensitivities may cover their ears, become distressed in noisy places, or have difficulty tuning into speech in busy environments. Sensory strategies can help them feel calmer and more in control.

Has Trouble Sitting Still or Paying Attention

If your child appears constantly fidgety, uncoordinated, or unable to remain focused, it may stem from proprioceptive or vestibular processing difficulties. Targeted activities can help increase their body awareness and improve attention.

Meltdowns in Busy or Overwhelming Settings

Frequent tantrums, shutdowns, or refusal to participate in everyday settings (like stores, parties, or mealtimes) may be a sign that your child is overwhelmed by too much sensory input and needs tools to regulate.

Avoids Certain Foods, Textures, or Activities

Extreme aversions to food textures, brushing teeth, wearing specific clothes, or engaging in physical play could reflect sensory sensitivities that make these experiences feel distressing. Sensory therapy can gently expand comfort zones.

A Place Where Your Child Can Feel Regulated, Safe, and Strong

At CST Academy, we understand that sensory differences are not just challenges—they’re a unique way of experiencing the world. Our mission is to help each child navigate that world with greater comfort, confidence, and joy. Whether your child is hypersensitive to sounds or seeks constant movement, we meet them with compassion, patience, and personalized strategies that support their sensory needs.

We create an environment where sensory input isn’t feared—it’s embraced, explored, and managed together. Through structured activities, play-based learning, and thoughtful routines, children build the skills to regulate, participate, and thrive. And with an experienced team walking alongside your family, we make sure every small step forward is celebrated and supported with care.

Real Stories of Sensory Processing Success

We were overwhelmed by our daughter’s sensory sensitivities—loud noises, certain clothes, even brushing her hair would cause meltdowns. CST Academy gave us hope. Their team was calm, knowledgeable, and kind, and they helped us understand what our child was experiencing. She’s now so much more confident and regulated.

— Emily S.

Our son was constantly on the move, crashing into things and seeking sensory input in ways we didn’t know how to manage. CST Academy not only helped him feel more balanced but gave us tools to support him at home. The difference in his mood and attention has been night and day.

— Daniel M.

We had tried other therapy centers, but none made our daughter feel as comfortable as CST Academy. She has a lot of tactile sensitivities, and their approach was both gentle and effective. She now participates in more activities, and we feel like we finally have the right team in our corner.

— Sarah B.

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CST Academy Occupational Therapy for Sensory Processing

Empowering Children to Regulate, Engage, and Thrive Through Expert Sensory Support

At CST Academy, our Occupational Therapy program is uniquely designed to support children experiencing challenges with sensory processing. Whether your child is over-responsive, under-responsive, or struggles to filter sensory input, our expert therapists create individualized plans to help them feel calm, focused, and in control. Through evidence-based interventions and playful, engaging environments, we help children develop the sensory regulation skills they need to participate confidently in daily life.

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