All Things Sensory by Harkla
343 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 397 ratingsRachel Harrington and Jessica Hill, are two passionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants who answer your questions related to all things sensory, occupational therapy, parenting, self-care, nutrition, and health, from a therapist’s perspective. Providing raw, honest, fun ideas, and strategies, for parents and families to implement into daily life. Great for those who work with children with sensory processing disorder, special needs, autism, and ADHD. This podcast is brought to you by Harkla. At Harkla, our goal is to help those with special needs live happy and healthy lives.
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#267 - A Unique Model of Private Practice with Lauren Grabowski, MS, OTR/L
August 02, 2023 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MBAfter discovering occupational therapy when she was 10 years old, Lauren Grabowski knew that was the path for her, earning a Bachelor of Health Science in 2013 and continuing on to earn a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy in 2014 from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She began her career at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh, then transitioned to traveling therapy a few years later, working in a variety of settings. She has now built her private practice working p...
#266 - Gestalt Language Processing with Jacquelyn Vorndran, MA, CCC-SLP
July 26, 2023 04:00 - 55 minutes - 38.1 MBJacquelyn Vorndran is a nature-based pediatric speech language therapist located in Durham, North Carolina. Her practice is entitled "Brave Roots Speech Therapy" and she is so grateful to be able to operate this practice and grow it in a way that feels intentional, respectful and individualized. The opportunity to witness a child's wonder and joy in nature is one of the best ways she’s been able to maintain perspective on what really matters in this life! These children and families teach he...
#265 - 5 Alternatives to Screen Time + Routine Ideas for Summer
July 19, 2023 04:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MBSummer brings a change in routine and often that includes a lack of structure. This can cause anxiety and challenges with emotional regulation. If this is the challenge you’re facing, this episode is for YOU! We dive into some strategies for managing routines during summer - including some resources we’ve created for you! - as well as some ideas for managing screen time during the crazy summer months. Summer Sensory Guide - on Sale through August 2023 Fine Motor Activity Course Gross Mot...
#264 - Bath Time Blues? We've Got You!
July 12, 2023 04:00 - 16 minutes - 11.1 MBIn today’s episode, we are answering a listener question! We discuss the importance of creating a calming and enjoyable bath time experience as well as practical tips and tricks on how to make bath time more sensory-friendly. We also touch on different games and modifications that can be used outside of bathtime. Whether you're a parent of a child with sensory processing challenges or a caregiver looking for ways to make bath time more enjoyable, this episode is packed with helpful inform...
#263 - PICA or Oral Seeking? Sensory Strategies for Both!
July 05, 2023 04:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MBToday’s episode is an answer to a listener's question! We dive into what PICA is, its causes, and how it differs from typical oral seeking behaviors. We provide practical strategies for managing PICA and oral seeking, such as providing alternatives, using visual cues, and implementing sensory diets. Whether you're a parent, caregiver, or a professional working with children who struggle with sensory processing, this episode is filled with valuable information and insights! Make sure to...
#262 - 6 Key Components to Building a Sensory Friendly Home
June 28, 2023 04:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MBToday’s episode is in response to a listener question - how to build a sensory-friendly home? We offer practical tips and insights on how to create a home environment that minimizes sensory overload, including the use of calming colors, lighting, and textures. We also touch on the importance of incorporating sensory activities into your daily routine, and the benefits of investing in sensory-friendly products and equipment. Whether you're a parent of a child with sensory processing challen...
#261 - Sensory Friendly Bedtime Routines
June 21, 2023 04:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBIn today’s episode, we dive into the topic of bedtime routines for kids. First we explore our own personal bedtime routines with our children and offer practical strategies for creating an enjoyable and effective bedtime routine. We then discuss the importance of incorporating sensory activities during the day and after dinner to help prepare children for a restful night's sleep. We also tackle some questions that our listeners have about sleep and the bedtime routine. From dealing with bed...
#260 - Peaceful Parenting Tips for the Overwhelmed Parent with Sarah Rosensweet
June 14, 2023 04:00 - 52 minutes - 36.1 MBSarah Rosensweet is a certified peaceful parenting coach, speaker, and educator. She lives in Toronto with her husband and her 16 and 19 year old kids. Her 22 year old son has launched. Peaceful parenting is a non-punitive, connection-based approach that uses firm limits with lots of empathy. Sarah works one-on-one virtually with parents all over the world to help them go from frustrated and overwhelmed to, “We’ve got this!” Read more at: www.sarahrosensweet.com or listen to her top-rated pa...
#259 - Life Update - Rachel's ADHD Diagnosis and Jessica is Back in the Clinic!
June 07, 2023 04:00 - 16 minutes - 11.4 MBMake sure to check out all of our links below! We’d love to answer your questions on the podcast! Fill out this form -> https://harkla.typeform.com/to/ItWxQNP3 Looking for more in-depth help? Sign up for 2-on-1 Mentoring With Us!! Brought To You By Harkla This podcast is brought to you by Harkla. Our mission at Harkla is to help those with special needs live happy and healthy lives. We accomplish this through high-quality sensory products & child development courses. Podcast listeners...
#258 - Functional Neurology for Kids with Dr. Conner Bor
May 31, 2023 04:00 - 54 minutes - 37.4 MBDr. Conner Bor was born and raised in Voorhees, New Jersey. He completed his undergraduate degree in Health & Exercise Science at The College of New Jersey and went on to earn his Doctorate of Chiropractic at Palmer College of Chiropractic. While at Palmer, Dr. Bor received many academic honors and was awarded the prestigious Clinical Excellence award upon graduation. Growing up, Dr. Bor’s passion for helping others was fueled by having two uncles who are chiropractors. While competing in ...
#257 - Premature Babies + The Sensory System: Activities to Promote Integration
May 24, 2023 04:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MBToday’s episode is diving into a question that we received from a listener. “I have a preemie (32 weeks) and would love to see content on preemies as I know their sensory experience for the first few months of life are quite different and their development is likely going to be off as well.” Get ready for some tips and tricks that you can implement in infancy, such as support for primitive reflexes, ideas for different sensory experiences, and feeding strategies. We also dive into tips fo...
#256 - Fight-Flight-Freeze Response and Sensory Processing Challenges
May 17, 2023 04:00 - 19 minutes - 13.8 MBWe recently completed a 2-on-1 mentoring session with a mother who described her son as “continually shutting down - won’t talk and won’t participate in anything.” Sounds very similar to the FREEZE response in fight-flight-freeze. The fight-flight-freeze response is a physiological response to stress, or to danger. Our children who have experienced trauma, or experience sensory overstimulation, often experience this stress response. We give you some tips and tricks to help proactively ma...
#255 - Sensory Seeker? Tips to Help This Toddler Meet Her Sensory Needs
May 10, 2023 04:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MBWe received a question from a listener and today we’re diving into her and her toddler’s situation! This toddler is a sensory seeker (seeks out heavy work), but also a sensory avoider (avoids certain textures). We talk about: primitive reflexes, sensory diets, vibration, messy play, and MORE! If you have an infant or toddler, check out our Infant and Toddler Sensory Development Digital Course Make sure to check out all of our links below! We’d love to answer your questions on the podcast...
#254 - Tips for Supporting Meltdowns at School
May 03, 2023 04:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MBImproving Focus and Behavior in the Classroom Digital Course We get questions all the time asking how to help kiddos in school - parents who are concerned that their child is having meltdowns at school; teachers who are struggling to help their students; and therapists who are having difficulty connecting with teachers. Today’s episode is all about how to help a child / student who is having meltdowns in the classroom. We dive into the reasons WHY a child might have a meltdown - this is...
Autism Language Mini Series Episode 5- Kayla Smith, Black Autistic Adult
April 28, 2023 04:00 - 14 minutes - 9.68 MBApril is Autism Acceptance Month. This month, we’re releasing one new episode each week, in addition to our regularly scheduled episodes. These episodes are all about the language surrounding Autism. We had the privilege of interviewing several people for this Mini Series and we’re excited for you to listen in! Kayla Smith is a Disability Rights Advocate. She wants to educate people about autism and remove the stigma around it. She talks about intersectionality within autism. She wants to ...
#253 - The Benefits of Mud Kitchens and Outdoor OT with Daniele, from Boise Outdoor OT
April 26, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 42.8 MBApril is OT Month - Check out our OT Month Digital Course Sale! harkla.co/otmonth Sale ends April 30, 2023 Daniele Fallon, OTR/L is the owner and sole practitioner of Boise Outdoor OT in Boise, Idaho. Her practice provides direct, individual, outdoor occupational therapy services for young children along the Boise River and within her outdoor mud kitchen facility. In addition to providing OT services, she also runs a Mud Kitchen Kids and Loose Parts Play Enrichment group during the spring...
Autism Language Mini Series Episode 4- TJ, Autistic Adult
April 24, 2023 04:00 - 10 minutes - 7.24 MBApril is Autism Acceptance Month. This month, we’re releasing one new episode each week, in addition to our regularly scheduled episodes. These episodes are all about the language surrounding Autism. We had the privilege of interviewing several people for this Mini Series and we’re excited for you to listen in! Tiffany Joseph, TJ, is the creator of Nigh Functioning Autism, a play on words that makes fun of functioning labels. She is a communication teacher and paraeducator for elementary s...
#252 - Managing Multiple Sensory Needs While Homeschooling- Inside a 2-1 Mentoring Session with a Mom of 4
April 19, 2023 04:00 - 59 minutes - 40.7 MBApril is OT Month - Check out our OT Month Digital Course Sale! harkla.co/otmonth Sale ends April 30, 2023 Today’s episode is a LIVE call with a 2-1 mentoring client! The family provide us with details ahead of time, scheduled the session, and we jumped right into a brainstorming session! If you found this episode helpful, let us know! Make sure to check out all of our links below! We’d love to answer your questions on the podcast! Fill out this form -> https://harkla.typeform.com/to...
Autism Language Mini Series Episode 3: Jessie, Parent
April 17, 2023 04:00 - 12 minutes - 8.41 MBApril is Autism Acceptance Month. This month, we’re releasing one new episode each week, in addition to our regularly scheduled episodes. These episodes are all about the language surrounding Autism. We had the privilege of interviewing several people for this Mini Series and we’re excited for you to listen in! Jessie is a social media manager, work-from-home mother, Autism advocate, and accidental influencer. She’s the mother to a wonderful 4-year-old boy and she shares their journey on I...
#251 - Home Health Occupational Therapy with Jessie Given, COTA/L
April 12, 2023 04:00 - 54 minutes - 37.7 MBApril is OT Month - Check out our OT Month Digital Course Sale! harkla.co/otmonth Sale ends April 30, 2023 Jessica Given is a pediatric Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant with 6 years of intensive experience in the outpatient clinic setting with an emphasis in sensory integration. She is currently serving in the home health setting and has been since 2021. Jessica has completed certification as a Therapeutic Listening Program provider and Clinical Anxiety treatment professional, ...
Autism Language Mini Series Episode 2: Meg Proctor, Occupational Therapist
April 10, 2023 04:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MBApril is Autism Acceptance Month. This month, we’re releasing one new episode each week, in addition to our regularly scheduled episodes. These episodes are all about the language surrounding Autism. We had the privilege of interviewing several people for this Mini Series and we’re excited for you to listen in! Meg Proctor, MS, OTR/L is the founder of Learn Play Thrive. She started Learn Play Thrive to help therapists who work on practical skills with neurodivergent kids to learn and apply...
#250 - A Primitive Reflex Brainstorming Session with Rachel and Jessica
April 05, 2023 04:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MBApril is OT Month - Check out our OT Month Digital Course Sale! harkla.co/otmonth Sale ends April 30, 2023 Today we are answering a question from inside our Primitive Reflex Digital Course. The question is about the exercises for the Moro Reflex as well as the sensory input that is provided during the exercises. We discuss all of this plus we dive into some research (which you can find in the links below)! Jump into our Primitive Reflex Digital Course to learn all about retained primit...
Autism Language Mini Series Episode 1: Amber Grant, Parent
April 03, 2023 04:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MBApril is Autism Acceptance Month. This month, we’re releasing one new episode each week, in addition to our regularly scheduled episodes. These episodes are all about the language surrounding Autism. We had the privilege of interviewing several people for this Mini Series and we’re excited for you to listen in! Amber Grant is the mother to 2 special needs individuals, a wife, an advocate, and health care advocate. She deeply values authenticity and transparency and gravitates towards growi...
#249 - Picky Eating from a Holistic Perspective with Ashley Thurn, MS, OTR @thewholisticot
March 29, 2023 04:00 - 57 minutes - 39.2 MBAshley Thurn is a mother to three little ones, a pediatric occupational therapist, and feeding specialist by trade. She has a background in nutrition, sensory integration, holistic wellness and she specializes in picky eating and feeding disorders. She loves helping families navigate the many challenges that come with feeding children and it is her joy to help families find strategies to help nourish their growing children and expand their children’s diets to eat a more variety of nourishi...
#248 - Will My Child Grow Out of Sensory Processing Disorder?
March 22, 2023 04:00 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MBAnswering a listener question today - Will my child grow out of sensory processing disorder? SPD is a neurological disorder that affects how your brain interprets sensory information. SPD can affect one or more of the eight senses. You might be over-responsive to one type of input while simultaneously being under-responsive to another. Learn more about SPD HERE. SPD can be lifelong, but there are strategies and modifications you can use to help. Things like environmental modifications, sk...
#247 - Autism is Not a Burden with Jessie from @daily_dig
March 15, 2023 04:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MBJessie is a social media manager, work-from-home mother, Autism advocate, and accidental influencer. She’s the mother to a wonderful 4-year-old boy and she shares their journey on Instagram. You can find all of her links below. Looking for more in-depth help? Sign up for 2-on-1 Mentoring With Us!! We’d love to answer your questions on the podcast! Fill out this form -> https://harkla.typeform.com/to/ItWxQNP3 Brought To You By Harkla This podcast is brought to you by Harkla. Our miss...
#246 - What Are Preparatory Activities and Why Does Everyone Need to be Doing Them?
March 08, 2023 05:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBPreparatory activities are the “warm ups” you incorporate into a treatment session. These activities should stimulate different sensory systems, wake up different muscle groups, and help the child prepare for functional, occupation-based activities. We dive into WHY we love preparatory activities and we give you our top 10 favorites that you need to include daily! This isn’t just for therapists - parents and teachers can use these preparatory activities to help children prepare for daily ...
#245 - Therapy Case Study: 2 Year Old Sensory Seeker
March 01, 2023 05:00 - 30 minutes - 21.2 MBWe LOVE answering your questions! Today’s episode comes from a listener who reached out with a question about a client they work with. “He’s 2 years old. Definitely has a large sensory cup. He is extremely rough and tumble. This kid has face planted on concrete and will get up and keep running. I tried a weighted vest on him but he ripped it off right away. I’ve informed mom about heavy work at home. Our sessions usually look like me chasing him around. Any tips / strategies for kids like h...
#244 - Treatment Planning Brainstorm Session
February 22, 2023 05:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MBA big piece of therapy is treatment planning - as a therapist, you spend a lot of time planning and executing treatment sessions for your clients. The more clients you have, the more treatment plans you have! It’s time consuming and can oftentimes be frustrating. We took 7 common treatment planning challenges and brainstormed ideas! The challenges we discussed ranged from lack of time, keeping it fun and play-based, to writing goals and burnout. If you’re a therapist, this episode is for...
#243 - 10 Tips if You're Starting Your Sensory Journey!
February 15, 2023 05:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MBWhether you’re a new listener and new to the sensory world, or if you’ve been here for a while and are familiar with sensory processing, this episode is full of little tips and tricks for anyone navigating sensory processing challenges! The tips that we dive into: Empathy Just right challenge Feeding the senses Working as a team In-person OT Primitive reflexes Sensory strategies Sensory breaks Modifications Elevator pitch Learn How to Create a Personalized Sensory Diet All Thin...
#242 - The Overstimulated Parent's Guide to Parenting with Larissa Geleris, MS, OTR/L from @steadyparents
February 08, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 41.8 MBLarissa Geleris, MS, OTR/L, is a licensed occupational therapist specializing in identifying and treating sensory processing dysfunction. She is passionate about supporting parents who are experiencing overstimulation, overwhelm, and dysregulation. She has written multiple courses, has been a guest on several podcasts, and runs an Instagram platform that provides practical and evidence-based strategies for the sensory challenges of parenthood (@steadyparents). Larissa's dream is to help all ...
#241 - Does Everybody Have Sensory Quirks?
February 01, 2023 05:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBSensory processing disorder (SPD) occurs when the brain and the body cannot properly process and modulate the sensory input coming in. This causes a negative, adverse reaction to the incoming sensory input. This in turn negatively affects the individual’s life, on a DAILY basis. Sensory quirks are the smaller, less significant sensory things you seek out or avoid throughout the day. For example: chewing gum to stay focused, or fidgeting with your pen while listening to a lecture, or dislik...
#240 - Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy with Hallie Bulkin
January 25, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 51.9 MBHallie Bulkin MA, CCC-SLP, CMT™, QOM, COM® is a Business Coach, Podcaster, Feeding Specialist, Certified Myofunctional Therapist™, Certified Orofacial Myologist and Speech-Language Pathologist. Hallie is the founder and director of Little Sprout Therapy & Metro Myo, a pediatric practice providing virtual, in-home, and in-school: feeding therapy, orofacial myofunctional therapy, speech-language therapy and occupational therapy across DC, MD, VA, NJ, NY & FL. She is the founder of the Untether...
#239 - LIVE 2-1 Mentoring Session with Rachel and Jessica!
January 18, 2023 05:00 - 54 minutes - 37.2 MBToday’s episode is a LIVE call with a 2-on-1 Mentoring client. The family provided us with details ahead of time, scheduled the session, and we jumped right into a brainstorming session! If you found this episode helpful and would like to hear more episodes like this, let us know! Make sure to check out all of our links below! Looking for more in-depth help? Sign up for 2-on-1 Mentoring With Us!! We’d love to answer your questions on the podcast! Fill out this form -> https://harkla.typ...
#238 - Tips for Making Home Exercise Programs Successful!
January 11, 2023 05:00 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MBWhat is a home exercise program (HEP)? Why are they so important? What are some things you can do to make them easier for families to carry over? Make sure to check out all of our links below! Looking for more in-depth help? Sign up for 2-on-1 Mentoring With Us!! We’d love to answer your questions on the podcast! Fill out this form -> https://harkla.typeform.com/to/ItWxQNP3 Be sure to check out the show notes on our blog at Harkla.Co/Podcast. Brought To You By Harkla This podcas...
#237 - Sensory Overload- What it Can Look Like and How You Can Help!
January 04, 2023 05:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBDiving into WHAT sensory overload is, HOW and WHY it happens, WHAT it can look like, and our top 5 strategies to help with sensory overload! Make sure to check out all of our links below! Sensory Diet Digital Course Looking for more in-depth help? Sign up for 2-on-1 Mentoring With Us!! We’d love to answer your questions on the podcast! Fill out this form -> https://harkla.typeform.com/to/ItWxQNP3 Be sure to check out the show notes on our blog at Harkla.Co/Podcast. Brought To You By...
#236 - Tips for Improving Daily Documentation in Pediatric Settings
December 28, 2022 05:00 - 24 minutes - 17.2 MBAnswering YOUR question today - how can I improve my daily documentation? In the field of OT, documentation is extremely important! Not only is it a way for us, the therapists, to keep track of what we’re doing and why, as well as to show that our clients are making progress, but it’s also important for insurance purposes. You know the saying “work smarter, not harder”? You can kind of apply that to writing documentation - write smarter, not longer! JOIN the January PRIMITIVE REFLEX 30 D...
#235 - Primitive Reflex Exercises that Promote Developmental Milestone Acquisition!
December 21, 2022 05:00 - 25 minutes - 17.9 MBWe have several podcast episodes on primitive reflexes and several episodes on infants. But we recently realized that we didn’t have an episode on how primitive reflexes in infancy are connected to developmental milestones! So here it is! We talk about a variety of developmental milestones and how primitive reflexes are connected. Plus we give you some specific activity ideas to incorporate into infant and toddler play! SHOP the Harkla Digital Course Holiday Sale NOW Through Dec. 23, 2022!...
#234 - Overcoming ADHD and Sensory Processing Challenges as a Professional, with Kelsea Newman, OTR/L
December 14, 2022 05:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MBKelsea Newman is an Occupational Therapist, Sensory Specialist, and Proud ADHDer. Her passion is spreading the word about the power of Sensory Therapy and empowering kids and adults everywhere by learning how to live a Sensory Lifestyle that nourishes their unique Sensory and Nervous System Needs! You can find all of her links below. SHOP the Harkla Digital Course Holiday Sale NOW Through Dec. 23, 2022! Looking for more in-depth help? Sign up for 2-on-1 Mentoring With Us!! We’d love to...
#233 - ADHD in Adults with Dr. Ashley Houchin, Clinical Psychologist
December 07, 2022 05:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MBAshley Houchin is a licensed clinical psychologist with specialized training and experience in development across the lifespan. She enjoys working with individuals on a wide range of issues and has a passion for neurodivergence, women's health, parenting struggles, and child advocacy. She has more than 10 years of clinical experience and has worked in various settings including assessment clinics, therapeutic day schools, psychiatric hospitals, and private practice. She obtained certified ...
#232 - Commonly Seen Retained Primitive Reflexes in the Classroom
November 30, 2022 05:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBToday we’re going to dive into what happens when a child has retained primitive reflexes and they are in school - what does this look like? What does it mean? And how can teachers help? Challenges at school that may seem like behaviors or even other diagnoses, such as ADHD or Anxiety, even SPD, could really be related to those underlying reflexes that never were integrated. SHOP the Harkla Holiday Sale! Save 12% on ANY product! Nov. 29 - Dec. 10, 2022 Looking for more in-depth help? Sign ...
#231 - Sensory Integration Basics- Everything You Need to Know About Each Sensory System!
November 23, 2022 05:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBThis episode is all about sensory integration and sensory processing - what it is, what it looks like, and what happens when there is dysfunction in one or more of the sensory systems. This is a re-vamp of Episode 2 - What is Sensory Integration Looking for more in-depth help? Sign up for 2-on-1 Mentoring With Us!! We’d love to answer your questions on the podcast! Fill out this form -> https://harkla.typeform.com/to/ItWxQNP3 Be sure to check out the show notes on our blog at Harkla.Co...
#230 - Benefits of Intensive Therapy and Vestibular Rehab with Kali Jacobs, OTR/L
November 16, 2022 05:00 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MBKali Jacobs, OTR/L, MSc. OT, OT Reg. (Ont.), received her Masters of Science degree in Occupational Therapy from the University of Toronto in 2012. She founded the SMILE Therapy for Kids OT department and trained all OTs across three clinics. Kali has training in sensory integration, including the Astronaut Program, as well as the Cognitive Orientation to Daily Occupational Performance (CO-OP) approach, The Listening Program, and the Sequential Oral Sensory (S.O.S.) approach to feeding. She ...
#229 - Sensory Overload in Daycare- What You Can Do to Help
November 09, 2022 05:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MBWe had a question come through on Instagram about how to help a child with sensory overload in the daycare setting - so we’re diving into WHY daycares can be overstimulating and what you can do about it! Whether you’re a parent or caregiver, working in a daycare or preschool setting, or a therapist - this episode has tips and tricks for everyone! Be sure to check out the show notes on our blog at Harkla.Co/Podcast. Brought To You By Harkla This podcast is brought to you by Harkla. Our...
#227 - Integrative Pediatrics with Dr. Joel Gator Warsh
October 26, 2022 04:00 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MBJoel Warsh - aka DrJoel Gator - is a Board-Certified Pediatrician in Los Angeles, California who specializes in Parenting, Wellness and Integrative Medicine. He grew up in Toronto, Canada and completed degrees in Kinesiology, Psychology and Epidemiology, and Community Health before earning his medical degree from Thomas Jefferson Medical College. He completed his Pediatric Medicine training at Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles (CHLA) and worked in private practice in Beverly Hills befor...
#226 - Teaching Your Child to Self-Regulate Using Sensory Strategies
October 19, 2022 04:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MBWe talk a LOT about how to help YOU - the adult - identify your child’s (or your client’s) sensory needs / preferences. But what about teaching kids how to become independent with identifying and meeting their sensory needs? That’s what today’s episode is all about! Diving into WHY it’s important to teach our kids about their emotions, their sensory needs, and how it’s all connected. Plus we give you our favorite tips and tricks! Be sure to check out the show notes on our blog at Harkla...
#225 - ADHD Tips, Tricks and Information
October 12, 2022 04:00 - 28 minutes - 19.5 MBDiving into what ADHD is - from a diagnostic perspective and our clinical experience. Then jumping into some strategies, including neurofeedback, changing the environment, working on executive functioning, and MORE! Be sure to check out the show notes on our blog at Harkla.Co/Podcast. Brought To You By Harkla This podcast is brought to you by Harkla. Our mission at Harkla is to help those with special needs live happy and healthy lives. We accomplish this through high-quality sensory p...
#224 - Everything You Need to Know About Sensory Diets!
October 05, 2022 04:00 - 33 minutes - 23 MBWe have an episode on sensory diets - episode 39 from 2019 … it’s time for an update! Sensory diets are the series of sensory activities and strategies that you use to help meet your sensory needs and feel regulated throughout the day! This episode dives into the research as well as how to create a sensory diet for your child! Be sure to check out the links below! Be sure to check out the show notes on our blog at Harkla.Co/Podcast. Brought To You By Harkla This podcast is brought to...
#223 - Tips for Implementing Sensory Strategies with Pre-Verbal Children
September 28, 2022 04:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MBWe received a question on Instagram about what sensory strategies we would recommend to help a child who has lower cognitive abilities or who is non-speaking or pre-verbal. We’ve had many, many clients who had learning disabilities, used AAC devices because they didn’t communicate verbally, or who struggled overall with communication - expressive and receptive. In this episode, we’re going to draw from our own personal experiences as well as research! Be sure to check out the show notes...
#222 - How to Advocate for Your Child's Sensory Differences
September 21, 2022 04:00 - 14 minutes - 9.95 MBWe received a question about how to best explain to others that your child has sensory needs and differences to those who just don’t understand it. Or to those who think your child is misbehaved. So, we’re diving into this topic - how to explain and advocate for your child’s sensory differences! We talk about some verbiage to use, we provide you with a free download (link below!), and just an overall quick pep talk to remind you that YOU are your child’s BEST advocate! Be sure to check out...