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- Avoids touching or being touched (especially if unexpected), dislikes getting dirty, seems unaware of pain, and/or displays upset with daily routine tasks such as dressing, bathing, washing hair, cutting nails, etc.
- Seems clumsy or uncoordinated (taking longer than expected to learn motor skills, bumps into other people or objects in the environment, falls often, etc.)
- Poor eye contact or difficulty interacting with adults/peers
- Covers ears, becomes upset, or complains about loud noises
- Difficulty following verbal directions or completing steps of daily routines
- Limited diet (does not eat certain food textures or temperatures, gags on food, etc.)
- Avoid movement activities such as swings, slides, hesitates on curbs or uneven surfaces, etc.
- Appears to be in constant motion, fidgety, difficult time sitting still
- Overly rough when playing
- Difficulty imitating actions
- Unsafe in community or at home
- Disruptive behaviors-impulsive, limited attention, resistive to new activities/changes in routine, difficulty moving from one activity to another, gives up easily, difficulty calming self
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About Salisbury
Pediatric Advanced Therapy in Salisbury is dedicated to helping children achieve their fullest potential through specialized care in Applied Behavior Analysis. Our expert team creates fun, interactive, and personalized therapy plans to address each child’s unique developmental needs. With a focus on empowering families and fostering growth, we provide a welcoming and supportive environment where children can build confidence, independence, and essential skills for a bright future.
The following therapies are offered in our Salisbury, NC clinic. Please visit each page below to learn more.
ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) is a form of therapy that helps children with autism spectrum disorders, ages 2-12 years old. ABA therapy uses a one-on-one teaching approach to help children through reinforcement of desired behaviors.
Meet the Salisbury Location Director
Beth Lappin
Beth attended the University of Scranton and has been working as an occupational therapist for the last 12 years. She has lived in Charlotte for 10 years and has been working at PAT since 2020. Beth has focused her experience to pediatric outpatient facilities with a focus in sensory integration. She enjoys working with autistic children, as well as older children with delays in fine motor and executive functioning skills. She is passionate about fostering interdisciplinary collaboration to best serve the whole child. Â