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Dr. Light's Articles
From 'The Healing Power of Touch' to 'New Autism Treatments' to 'MNRI' and so much more - Learn about timely topics that relate specifically to the needs of your child.
Auditory Processing Disorder
When hearing sensitivity is normal, but a person does not hear normally, we call it an Auditory Processing Disorder..
Building Better Brains
( in children and parents )
Dr. Leah Light is regarded as a cutting-edge Neurodevelopmental Specialist that has an uncanny ability to uncover the true root of the client’s challenge and making recommendations for the mind, body, and entire family dynamic. We offer assessments and interventions not available anywhere else in the tri-county area. We are unique because the assessments we utilize are focused on pinpointing where the root cause of a specific challenge lies. Our focus is not simply to identify a problem, but to uncover its origin in order to assign an effective, targeted intervention. Our goal is to improve functionality overall instead of masking the presenting problems. Unlike other approaches that address only the highest levels of the thinking brain, we use a bottom up approach that mimics the natural course of brain development.
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I thought I would share a HUGE win with you all as you have been instrumental in Johnny’s (our family’s) journey. Johnny has had struggles since our move to Texas and in his new school. His new school uses Conscious Discipline and has been so willing to work with us and to help Johnny in his new environment. He uses a sensory walk a few times a day and the school has placed safe spaces in many locations for all students to use. We have also been doing his massages and enrolled Johnny in martial arts.
Interventions
Interventions are individually tailored based on the child's diagnosis, level of functioning, and personal needs.
Primary Reflexes
Learn about primary reflexes and how they relate to developmental disorders
such as sensory processing disorder, autism, ADHD and learning disabilities.
Diagnostics
Diagnostics are specialized tests our staff is trained to use to determine the best therapeutic modalities and interventions.
Case Studies
At Brainchild Institute, we have had many successful outcomes, several of which stand out and could be considered as 'case studies' in the successful therapy of children's developmental and behavioral disorders. For example...
The difference between kids who are sensory seekers and those that are sensory avoiders is simply that kids who are the seekers have sensory systems that have a higher threshold before information can be perceived.
Imagine that your skin feels as though it is crawling with bugs every time you put on a pair of pants or experience a clothing tag behind your neck.
ADD/ADHD is a common diagnosis that can be helped directly, overtime via MNRI ( The Masgutova Method ) restorative techniques which can assist in self-regulation and more organized composure.
Child Specialist Appointment
Dr. Leah Light and her caring and passionate staff are here to help your child with state-of-the-art therapies for developmental disorders.
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Testimonials
There is a light in all of this and there is hope and help for families like us. Dr. Light gave us hope and that is why I made sure to learn MNRI techniques so that I can do them at home. She truly saved my son and I will forever be grateful for that. Now, I cannot wait to come back in 6 months to show her and Julie the progress we are making with MNRI.
I have seen fine motor skills, gross motor and cognitive improvements in my eight year old son after completing an MNRI program at the Brainchild Institute.
My seven year old daughter completed an MNRI program at the Brainchild Institute. She has become so much more independent.
I am not sure where we would be if we had not travelled from Georgia to Florida to work with Dr. Light and her team.
Reflecting on all that I'm thankful for this week, it was hard not to think of our time receiving services at the Brainchild Institute.
I thought I would share a HUGE win with you all as you have been instrumental in Johnny’s (our family’s) journey. Johnny has had struggles since our move to Texas and in his new school.
BrainwoRx camp has been a life changing experience for my son. In this brief period of time there he has become more confident
Reflecting on all that I'm thankful for this week, it was hard not to think of our time receiving services at the Brainchild Institute.
As you can imagine, Johnny is beaming. He is confident and proud. He has friends and is just one of the crowd in the best way possible but ever still “Johnny.”
There is a light in all of this and there is hope and help for families like us. Dr. Light gave us hope and that is why I made sure...
Our Experienced Team
Dr. Light leads an exceptionally passionate team on a mission to improve listening, attention, and learning skills in children of all ages by addressing the whole child starting at the foundation of their neurodevelopment.
Amanda Jaijairam
We are happy to welcome Sara Speed to the Brainchild Team! She joins us from Davie, FL and brings with her over a decade of experience serving
Sara Speed
Dr. Leah Light is founder and director of Brainchild Institute in Hollywood, FL. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Special Education and Master of Science and doctoral degree in Audiology.
Dr. Leah Light
On the other hand we denounceDania Marcial obtained her B.S. in Elementary Education from Florida International University in Miami and taught elementary grades in both Miami and Atlanta.
Dania Marcial
For more information on how we can help better your child please call us today at (954) 987-8887.
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Is Your Child A Sensory Seeker or Sensory Avoider
The difference between kids who are sensory seekers and those that are sensory avoiders is simply that kids wh...
Sensory Processing Disorder
Imagine that your skin feels as though it is crawling with bugs every time you put on a pair of pants or exper...
ADHD, ADD and The Masgutova Method
ADD/ADHD is a common diagnosis that can be helped directly, overtime via MNRI ( The Masgutova Method ) restora...
Think Your Child Has Learning Difficulties? Trust Your Gut!
Your child is showing signs of learning difficulties. She is having difficulty reading. He is not copying the ...
The Healing Power of Touch: How Touch Can Teach
Mike came kicking and clawing into my office, accompanied by his mom, two brothers and his companion, who had ...
Why MNRI is Our Favorite Most Successful Treatment for Autism
From the moment of conception, cells form, divide, and multiply. Within weeks, a tiny fetus begins to move, an...
Three Habits of Emotionally Healthy Families
With all the focus on healthy eating and preventing childhood obesity, we have the equally important task of p...
Kids and Their Toys
Every parents dream is to shower their children with toys and games that they will hopefully love and cherish...
BrainwoRx Spring Camp
BrainwoRx Spring Camp, a Brainchild Institute intensive program, was a fabulous reunion of campers, reuniting ...
Getting To Acceptance With Your Child
How often do you sit back and see the “circle of life” happening right before your eyes? Although it is na...
Criss Cross Apple Sauce and Child Brain Development
Can your child do crossed knee taps? In our experience, children by age seven years should easily be able to d...
Am I safe?
Safety is one of the most, if not the most, important feelings our children need to succeed. It is only when c...
Special Needs Support Group for Parents
One of the hardest parts of parenting a child with special needs is the strong sense of isolation that, more o...
How Does Home Environment Affect My Child?
Take a moment and think…what is my home like? Is it clean and organized? Is it messy? Do my children share a...
Brainchild Institute would like to extend warm wishes for a very happy Thanksgiving!
Thanksgiving…makes me think of family time, lots of delicious food, and let’s not forget…dessert!! But t...
Music Together®
Have you ever witnessed the joy and utter elation on a baby’s face when the music begins to play? Their eyes...
How to Manage Your Own Feelings About Having A Child with Special Needs
You have been informed that your child has a disability, developmental delay, or some other diagnosis. How doe...