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How to Be a Neuro-Affirming Pediatric Occupational Therapist

The field of pediatric occupational therapy is evolving—and so is the way we understand and support neurodivergent children.

Sensory-Friendly Classroom Ideas

A sensory-friendly classroom is more than just a calm space—it’s a learning environment intentionally designed to support students with a wide range of needs.

Five Signs Kids Display When Overstimulated at School (and How to Support Them)

Here are five common signs that a child may be overstimulated at school—and how to help them find calm again.

What Does It Mean to Meet Children Where They’re At?

As parents, teachers, and caregivers, we often hear the phrase “meet children where they’re at.”

But what does that actually mean?

How an Occupational Therapy Consultant Can Help Your School Thrive

Unlike a full-time school-based OT, a consultant often focuses on big-picture strategies, staff training, program development, and problem-solving for individual students or classrooms. In this post I look at the benefits of an occupational therapy consultant.

Lived Experience as Evidence-Based Practice: Why Personal Stories Matter in Professional Care

In healthcare, education, and therapy, the phrase “evidence-based practice” is often front and center.But there’s a growing movement recognizing that lived experience—the firsthand experiences of individuals navigating challenges, systems, or conditions—is a vital, and often missing, piece of the evidence-based puzzle.

How SuperKids Pediatric Consulting Can Help Your School District With the Shortage of Occupational Therapists

Across the U.S., school districts are facing a growing problem: the shortage of occupational therapists in schools.

These professionals are essential for helping students succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.

Yet with increasing demand and limited staff, many districts are struggling to provide the services students need.

That’s where SuperKids Pediatric Consulting comes in.

I help schools bridge the gap with practical, flexible, and sustainable solutions that empower educators and support students—even during times of staffing shortages.

How to Write Effective Goals as a School-Based Occupational Therapist

Writing measurable, meaningful, and functional goals is one of the most important — and often challenging — responsibilities of a school-based occupational therapy (OT) practitioner. Well-written goals drive intervention, guide progress monitoring, and support student success within the educational environment. Whether you’re a new OT practitioner navigating your first Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) or aContinue reading “How to Write Effective Goals as a School-Based Occupational Therapist”

There’s No Right or Wrong Way to Play

Play is one of the most important parts of childhood.

It’s how kids explore their world, develop new skills, and learn to express themselves.

Yet, many adults—often without realizing it—put rules or expectations on how play “should” look.

What Is Pediatric Occupational Therapy—and Why It Matters?

Pediatric Occupational Therapy (OT) plays a crucial role in supporting children’s development, particularly in school and community environments.

But what exactly is pediatric OT, and why should parents, teachers, and organizations care?

In this post, we’ll break down what pediatric OT is, how it helps, and why it should be a foundational part of every inclusive educational and recreational space.