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Mindfulness – Strategies to support relaxation, regulation, and recovery

by Shannon Appleton, MOT, OTR/L | Nov 10, 2022 | Occupational Therapy

Mindfulness exercises are not just for adults, but can also be beneficial strategies for children to support emotional regulation, reduce overall feelings of stress and anxiety, and improve confidence when engaging in challenging situations. Listed below are some...

Ice Skating – A Sensory Experience for the Winter Season

by Rachel Olsen, MOT, OTR/L | Nov 30, 2021 | Occupational Therapy

As the winter season approaches, there are so many fun seasonal sensory activities that can be enjoyed. One of our favorites is ice skating! Not only is it a lot of fun for kids, but it can support many of the goals we focus on during our therapy sessions!  Ice...

Do the Disco: Why Crossing the Midline is Important

by Serena Saake, MS, OTR/L | Mar 14, 2021 | Occupational Therapy

  What is “crossing the midline?”  You might hear your child’s therapist tell you that they worked on crossing their midline during a session, but what does that mean and why is it important? Crossing the midline is the ability to move one body part (ex: hand,...

Gravitational Insecurity: Signs of an Over-Responsive Vestibular System

by Sarah Gilmore, OTD, OTR/L | Jan 18, 2021 | Occupational Therapy

Is your child afraid of heights? Being afraid of heights is a relatively common fear. But does your child resist having his or her head tilted backward during hair washing, become fearful on stairs or escalators, or avoid having his or her feet off the ground? These...

Good Vibrations: Using Tactile Input for Skill Development

by Alanna Flynn, MS, OTR/L | Dec 4, 2020 | Occupational Therapy

What is it?  Vibration provides stimulation to our tactile, vestibular, and proprioceptive systems. It can be both alerting and calming for children. One way to provide vibration stimulation is through the use of ARK’s Z-Vibe ®, which ARK describes as a “vibratory...
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