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Why Every New School OT Needs This Beginner’s Guide

If you’re a new occupational therapy practitioner entering the school system, you’ve probably already realized there’s a steep learning curve. Transitioning from grad school, clinical placements, or other settings into schools is a shift in both mindset and practice. That’s why I created A Beginner’s Guide for School-Based Occupational Therapy Practitioners. Here’s why every newContinue reading “Why Every New School OT Needs This Beginner’s Guide”

How to Avoid Common Mistakes New School OT Practitioners Make

Starting your career in school-based occupational therapy can be both exciting and overwhelming. While no one expects perfection, being aware of the most common missteps can help you hit the ground running. Here are some tips to help avoid common mistakes that many new school-based OTs make. 1. Understand the Educational Model Unlike clinics, school-basedContinue reading “How to Avoid Common Mistakes New School OT Practitioners Make”

Supporting Your Child’s Nervous System and Emotional Regulation During the First Month of School

The first month of school is a big transition for children. As parents, understanding how your child’s nervous system responds to change can help you support their emotional regulation and make the adjustment smoother.

Welcome to the New SuperKids Occupational Therapy Website: Your Hub for Inclusive Pediatric OT Support!

I’m thrilled to officially introduce the newly redesigned SuperKids Occupational Therapy website—a modern, user-friendly, and resource-rich hub created with schools, businesses, families, educators, and therapists in mind. Whether you’re looking for expert school-based OT support or inclusive sensory-friendly consulting, my updated website is your one-stop destination. Why the Redesign? As my practice has grown toContinue reading “Welcome to the New SuperKids Occupational Therapy Website: Your Hub for Inclusive Pediatric OT Support!”

Top 10 Tools Every School-Based OT Practitioner Should Have

As a school-based occupational therapist, having the right tools can make all the difference in engaging students, collecting meaningful data, and making your interventions effective and enjoyable. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to streamline your therapy bag, here are the top 10 essential tools every school-based OT should have in their toolkit. 1.Continue reading “Top 10 Tools Every School-Based OT Practitioner Should Have”

Occupational Therapy’s Role in Designing Sensory-Friendly Retail Spaces

Introduction Occupational therapists can play a critical role in helping to design sensory-friendly retail spaces. Retailers are in a constant race to differentiate themselves. One of the most overlooked competitive advantages is sensory‑friendly design—an approach that reduces environmental stressors and welcomes neurodiverse customers who may otherwise avoid brick‑and‑mortar stores. In this article, I’ll explore whyContinue reading “Occupational Therapy’s Role in Designing Sensory-Friendly Retail Spaces”

The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to School-Based Occupational Therapy Is Here!

If you’re stepping into the world of school-based occupational therapy or thinking about making the transition, you likely have more questions than answers. What’s the difference between clinical and school-based OT? How do you handle IEPs, caseloads, and collaboration with teachers? Where do you even start? You’re not alone—and that’s exactly why I created AContinue reading “The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to School-Based Occupational Therapy Is Here!”

The Difference Between Developmentally Appropriate and Academically Appropriate: A Pediatric Occupational Therapist’s Perspective

As a pediatric occupational therapist, I often encounter parents, educators, and caregivers who struggle to understand the difference between what is developmentally appropriate and what is academically appropriate for children. In today’s fast-paced, achievement-driven society, there is a growing emphasis on academic milestones at younger ages, often at the expense of a child’s natural developmentalContinue reading “The Difference Between Developmentally Appropriate and Academically Appropriate: A Pediatric Occupational Therapist’s Perspective”

10 Tips For What To Do When Your Child Has BIG Feelings

If you are a parent, you are probably no stranger to “big feelings” from your child. They aren’t called the terrible twos and the teen years for no reason. But even children who are not 2 years old or a teenager can have big feelings. Sometimes, it can seem that our children always have bigContinue reading “10 Tips For What To Do When Your Child Has BIG Feelings”