MCC Therapies, LLC

10/20/2026

This is very saddening, and preventable. Oftentimes we like to clump presentations into one singular group, "picky eating is sensory which is autism" is a common one.

This mother should not have had to reach out for seven years, imagine if this child did not have his mother as such a strong advocate. Please, use your community resources. Seek second opinions if your intuition is off from the recommendation. Request scripts for related services. We (OT, PT, ST, ABA) are here to help.

As a mother of a child with ARFID, this hits home. Had I not requested for other services we would not have found out as early as we did. There are resources out there, we need to get them into more hands. Never count out related services as a helping hand. 💔

My ARFID Life has been a great resource to share with friends and family. If you know a picky eater or someone with ARFID, check them out!

Seven-year-old Alfie passed away after being diagnosed with a rare eating disorder. Now, his mother has opened up about the heartbreaking and unimaginable loss and issues a warning out of fear that other families could ... The post Mom issues warning to other parents after son dies from rare eating....

10/19/2026

Every one of our body systems relies on vestibular input. At our home we use a high-top table which inhibits our children's feet from touching the floor. This resulted in 'W'-sitting and core instability which impacted my son's ability to eat (he is diagnosed with ARFID). Let me show you a low tech assistive technology tool we are trying at our house.

We tried the Keekaroo children's chair to establish the 90-90-90 rule. What is the rule? 90* bend at the hips, 90* bend at the knees, 90* bend at the ankles. This ensures your feet make contact with the floor (targeting vestibular stability to help the body understand where it is in space).

The nice thing we like about the chair is the lateral supports. The slight curve gives lateral support now that his 'W' sitting isn't his primary point of stability.

The kicker?!? The chair grows as he ages, with the footplate moving up/down with changes in height.

So far we have noticed much less wiggling and core instability while eating, and slightly more attentiveness to that he is eating, requiring reduce promptings. We will keep an eye for longer term impacts, but so far this chair is a fan favorite!

You can always try this positioning with boxes, cushioning, pool noodles, pillows, etc. There is more than one way to get this optimal positioning.

We try ONE THING AT A TIME, that way we can ensure what works. Best way to do it imo!

10/12/2026

Halloween is a big sensory event!

Costumes, doorbells, crowds, and candy can feel exciting for some children and overwhelming for others.

A few ideas for a more inclusive night:
1) Some families use a blue bucket to signal that a child may need extra time or may not say “trick or treat.” It’s a grassroots custom, so be patient and kind to every trick-or-treater.
2) The Teal Pumpkin Project, from FARE, encourages non-food treats for kids with food allergies.
3) Try costumes on ahead of time and plan quiet breaks.

Every child is different. If Halloween routines feel hard for your family, an OT evaluation can help figure out supports that fit. DM us with questions!

10/08/2026

https://www.mcc-therapies-llc.com/mcc-foundation

Please check out our nonprofit, The MCC Foundation for Neurodiversity & Inclusion. The nonprofit is being finalized and is in the bank-finalization stage. We currently have in-kind donations through a Amazon wish list that would benefit children within the MCC Therapies, LLC clinic in addition to during community events. Please see what we have to offer and how we can work together to build a truly inclusive community, together.

Neurodiversity‑affirming nonprofit supporting families across Ashtabula County with education, workshops, sensory‑friendly programs, and community resources.

10/05/2026

Hey everyone, we have a Tik-Tok . Check us out for our favorites, activity ideas, parent strategies, and sensory support strategies. We thank you for being a part of the MCC Family!

https://www.tiktok.com/?_r=1&_t=ZT-9AI3WxpVpvR

11 Followers, 77 Following, 7 Likes - Watch awesome short videos created by 440mccOT

10/03/2026

These are some of our favorite self regulation books. What books do you use at home or in the clinic? Comment with recommendations! 📚

"What Are You Feeling" by The School of Life
"The Color Monster" by Anna Lenas
"Anxious?" by Gail Hayes, M.A.
"Help Your Dragon Deal With Change" by Steve Herman
"What Do You Do When You Feel Like Hitting?" by CaraGoodwin, PhD
"The Noise Inside Boys" by Pete Oswald
"How I Feel When I Hear NO!" by Ronit Farzam
"The Boy With Big, Big Feelings" by Britney Winn Lee
"Too Much! And Overwhelming Day" by Jolene Gutierrez
"The Girl Who Makes A Million Mistakes" by Brenda Li

10/01/2026

For Practitioners:
ICD-10 2027 Changes are upon us

Dated to start 10/1/2026 (today) here is a blog resource with updated ICD-10 changes with some prioritized (not by myself). Hoping this will help someone (:

Here are the coding changes to ICD-10 coding that could impact how clinicians are noting their diagnoses.

10/01/2026

Are you a Northeast Ohio small business?
Are you a Northeast Ohio Direct Service Provider?
Does your business interact with children?
Does your business interact with individuals with developmental disabilities?
Do you want to create greater accessibility and understanding within your business?

MCC Therapies, LLC is here to support that transition. Everyone deserves the opportunity to be seen, heard, and have access to spaces. Inclusion is not inclusion until we all have a seat at the table.

Below are potential partnership and referral opportunities for local places within the Ashtabula, Lake, and Geauga counties that want better accessibility and understanding of various topics.

Don't desire a full partnership? Any of the below items can be utilized independently. Need a staff in-service? We've got you covered. Want suggestions on accessibility within your business? We've got you covered.

Take the first step, it never hurts to ask!

Phone: (440) 253-0246
Website: www.mcc-therapies-llc.com
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