As a pediatric occupational therapist, I have countless experiences working with children and educating parents about emotional regulation and calming strategies. Children often communicate through behaviors when they are young and don't have the words to express how they are feeling. When these emotions are more extreme or problematic, they show up in a way often described as the Fight,...
Before deciding to become an occupational therapist, I initially started applying to colleges with the intent to become a physical therapist. That's a story for another day, but I ended up spending the first couple years of school taking the same courses as PT majors. Once I graduated and started working in the real world, I was amazed how much...
Innovative technology is continuously finding its way into the therapy world through the use of video games and other visual technology. In 2019, I even presented at a conference on the subject, “Video Games as Therapy.” So, in late 2020 when my friend Michelle began raving to me about a virtual reality fitness app called Supernatural, I was instantly intrigued....
If there is one thing that occupational therapy and mindfulness practice have in common, it is that many people don't easily know how to describe them. Mindfulness is a mental state achieved by focusing on the present moment. Additionally, it includes acknowledging one's feelings, thoughts, and bodily sensations. This may seem like a lot to ask of a small child....