Sensory Integration and the Transformation From Clinic to Home with Laura Petix

Mon, 21 Oct 2019 07:00:06 +0000 · 01:32:53

Episode notes

Sarah and Laura discuss:

Her favorite weekend occupation
The lack of lunch breaks as a pediatric OT
My secret to hot lunches on the go: https://amzn.to/3212ums
Laura’s favorite food
Our sensory quirks
How she explains sensory processing to parents
Facilitating parents to be validated with their feelings
The importance of education for the caregivers in order to carry-over techniques at home
Bridging the gap between working in the clinic environment and home or school
Using the just right challenge for the kids and when providing strategies for the parents
How she structures her sensory treatments
Following the child’s lead
Celebrating the small wins
Her path into OT
Her journey with sensory difficulties with her daughter
How she navigates being an OT and a mom
The impact of being a parent of a child with sensory needs on her practice as an OT
Advice for therapists
What is the meaning behind the name The OT Butterfly?
Teachers Pay Teachers- The OT Butterfly: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/The-Ot-Butterfly
Classroom Sensory Strategies Guidebook: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Classroom-Sensory-Strategies-Editable-Guidebook-for-Teachers-4704627