Living Balanced

07/15/2026

There is something truly special about the connection between horses and children—especially for neurodivergent kids.

Horses don’t judge, rush, or expect children to communicate in a certain way. They respond to authenticity, consistency, and trust, creating a safe space where kids can build confidence at their own pace.

It’s this kind of knowledge that helps us build a world for our children to grow into confident individuals.

How many of our followers have done hippo therapy or equine therapy?

05/17/2026

Understanding that neurodivergent brains experience the world differently is crucial.

You’re not broken if you process information in a different way.

You’re not broken if being around large groups of people is exhausting and you need recover time.

You’re not broke if stimming helps regulate your body.

You’re not broken for being YOU.

05/17/2026

Imagine this situation: Your child is autistic and would benefit from speech therapy, occupational therapy and play therapy.. but you don’t have the resources to fund them, nor will your insurance cover the full costs.

What do you do?

The idea of paying for therapy out of pocket isn’t an option for many.

Often, children will not receive the support they need.

The support that is so desperatelyNEEDED! This support will build a strong foundation for their future.

How can any child get ahead when the services they desperately need are not reachable?

Please consider sponsoring a child this month through our nonprofit!

50 dollars can go a long way!

Donate today, and change a child’s life forever!!!

05/16/2026

Being a kid is an important skill in our life journey.

Learning positive self talk comes from our childhood. So many life skills are taught much earlier than many of us believe.

12/09/2025

12/09/2025

There is nothing worse than needing a medical treatment or service that isn’t covered by insurance.

Receiving occupational therapy, physical therapy or speech therapy isn’t an elective procedure or service. For many this is a vital service to ensure the individual thrives mentally, physically and emotionally!

Help us close this gap. Donate today and give a child support. ❤️

09/16/2025

Hello Friends!

We are collecting old sneakers to recycle to raise money to help pay the cost of therapy for families.

If you are local to the Charlotte, N.C. Area and are interested in donating, please drop a message below or send me DM!

Happy Fundraising by recycling!

Love,

The Living Balanced Team

05/29/2025

We’ve started a podcast!

Neurodiverse conversations is a podcast for everyone!

Katie - a neuro affirming occupational therapist sits down with me ( Steph) each week to discuss the awesome world of neurodiversity.

We break everything down; hoping to provide clarity when it comes to this vast world of therapy and support.

Our goal is to be a safe place for everyone. To be the support parents really need. To help families feel confident in the choices they are making, and to help families connect to education, advocacy, support, community and friendship.

Check us out! We are doing what we can to help families feel SEEN!!