Occupational Therapy for Kids/Specializing in Sensory Integration
What is Occupational Therapy?
Occupational Therapy is the use of activity to maximize the of health of a child or adult who is limited by an injury, illness, impairment, mental health issue, developmental or cognitive disability.
An occupational therapist is a health professional trained in physical, behavioral, and biological sciences, including neurology, child development, kinesiology, and psychology. At Mindful Child, we train our occupational therapists in evidence-based treatment modalities above and beyond traditional treatment of fine motor.
Our treatment methods include:
- Behavioral Nutrition
- Aromatherapy
- Aerial Yoga
- Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Behavior
- Sensory Integration
- Astronaut Training Protocol
- Primitive Reflexes and More.
What is Sensory Processing Disorder?
Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) is an umbrella term referring to the inability to use information received through the senses to function in daily life. Jean Ayres, occupational therapist, was the first to describe and develop a theory of sensory integration. Dr. Ayres describes sensory problems as inefficient neurological processing.
Occupational Therapy For Kids/Specializing in Sensory Integration
Differences in processing sensory information can play a role in development. Sensory processing is essential to children’s development as it provides a foundation for other skills to build on. Your child requires the right supports to develop the abilities needed to be successful academically and socially. When not treated correctly he may experience emotional, academic, and social difficulties. These difficulties can lead to more serious issues such as anxiety, depression, and other mental health disorders.
How can Occupational Therapy help my Child?
The brain-body-behavior connection is strong. A child with sensory processing problems struggles to organize his behavior, as many of his sensory cues are disorganized in his brain. Therapy helps children process all their senses so they can organize the messages the brain is sending them. It helps children develop skills to interact with others in social situations.
We specialize in occupational therapy for kids with sensory integration difficulties. Therapeutic supports for sensory processing are available and can successfully treat your child. For example, our Mindful Child program helps children through aerial yoga classes and occupational therapy for kids. Not sure which service is best? Sign up for a trial and we can guide you to the best service to support your child.