All Things Sensory by Harkla
Rachel Harrington, COTA/L, AC & Jessica Hill, COTA/L
Rachel 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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Feb 19, 2020 • 51min
#83 - Pediatric Physical Therapy with Emily, from @kinesio_kids
Welcome to Episode 83 of The Sensory Project Show! In today’s episode, Rachel and Jessica chat with Dr. Emily Heisey, a pediatric physical therapist. She is the face behind Kinesio Kids and has been practicing PT for 10 years! She specializes in a wide spectrum of diagnoses including torticollis, gross motor delays, neurological conditions, and orthopedic injuries. Emily is also a mother and a wife and enjoys sharing her knowledge on her Instagram page, @kinesio_kids. Enjoy!  ...
Feb 12, 2020 • 50min
#82 - Answering your Sensory Questions Live on Instagram!
Welcome to Episode 82 of The Sensory Project Show! In today’s episode, Rachel and Jessica are LIVE on Instagram! Answering YOUR questions and talking about all things weighted, messy play, The Listening Program, and more! Be sure to check out the show notes on our blog at Harkla.Co/Podcast.Brought To You By HarklaThis 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-qu...
Feb 5, 2020 • 33min
#81 - Everyone's Favorite Topic: Screen Time for Kids!
Explore the pros and cons of screen time for kids, the impact of excessive screen time on children's development, practical strategies for managing screen time, incorporating play and movement into screen time rewards, implementing screen time rules for children, and managing screen time through consistency and balance.
Jan 29, 2020 • 1h 2min
#80 - PTSD, Anxiety, ADHD, Neurofeedback and MORE with Michael Klinkner, LCSW
Welcome to Episode 80 of The Sensory Project Show! In this episode, Rachel and Jessica talk with Michael Klinkner, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has received special training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, as well as is certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). He is dedicated to helping people find the inner strengths inside themselves. He believes that CHANGE IS POSSIBLE. Get ready to take notes and make sure you li...
Jan 22, 2020 • 39min
#79 - The OT Baby Registry and Infant Do's and Don't's!
Welcome to Episode 79 of The Sensory Project Show! In this episode, Rachel and Jessica discuss their favorite products for babies - more specifically, what you can add to your baby registry if you’re expecting OR what you can purchase for someone who is expecting. With all of the different baby-product companies out there, it can be hard to know what to buy so today, Rachel and Jessica break it down while also giving you the WHY behind each item.Be sure to check out the show notes on ou...
Jan 15, 2020 • 1h 5min
#78 - Speech Therapy and Beyond with Rachel Madel
Rachel Madel, speech language pathologist and tech master, discusses speech therapy challenges, red flags for speech and language development in children, and personal and professional growth. Other topics include moving to Los Angeles, Halloween, and sensory quirks.
Jan 8, 2020 • 59min
#77 - Defining The Perfect Storm with Dr. Christie Hafer, Pediatric Chiropractor
Welcome to Episode 77 of The Sensory Project Show! In this episode, Rachel and Jessica talk with Dr. Christie Hafer, a pediatric chiropractor who is passionate about helping families and children lead healthier, happier lives. She focuses on a holistic approach and is passionate about spreading the word about The Perfect Storm. Get ready to be blown away! Enjoy! SHOW NOTES / LINKS / RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS Purpose Driven Chiropractic The Perfect Storm ...
Jan 1, 2020 • 26min
#76 - A Look Inside THE HARKLA SENSORY CLUB- Including a Special Offer!
In this episode, Rachel and Jessica talk about their membership website, The Harkla Sensory Club. They like to call it “the podcast on steroids” because members of The Club get access to even more resources, activity ideas, and strategies. This episode even has a special offer if you’re listening to it between January 1 - 4. And don’t forget to check out The Harkla Sensory Club today! Enjoy!Get one-month free to The Harkla Sensory Club by clicking here!
Dec 18, 2019 • 48min
#75 - The Power of Vision Therapy, with Dr. Ryan Johnson, OD, FAAO
Dr. Ryan Johnson, an optometrist specialized in binocular vision and neuro-optometry, discusses the power of vision therapy. Topics include the benefits of humor in working with children, the importance of addressing the root cause of vision issues, and the need for regular eye exams and early intervention. Learn about the collaboration between vision therapy and occupational therapy and the effectiveness of glasses for school-aged children. Discover the role of vision in sensory experiences and the importance of working with a vision therapist.
Dec 11, 2019 • 24min
#74 - The Beauty of Building Rapport with Your Child
In this episode, Rachel and Jessica talk about the importance of creating a relationship with your child / client. They believe that children should enjoy therapy and that the family should trust the therapist. They also believe that there are certain tricks and strategies to help foster a positive relationship with every child. Get ready to take all the notes. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES / LINKS / RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS Warheads Sour Spray Too Tarts ...
