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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Jan 30, 2019 • 36min
#31 - Pushing Through Plateaus for Sensory Kiddos
Hi friends! Today we are talking about a very important topic: engagement and plateaus with our kiddos! Part of the episode is geared towards parents, and the other part is geared towards therapists. We’re sharing our favorite tips, tricks and strategies to push through the plateau and help your child be more successful! *This site contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a commission for purchases made through these links.SHOW NOTES AND LINKS60 minute Visual TimerTime ...
Jan 23, 2019 • 43min
#30 - Yoga & Mindfullness Interview with Erin Clarelli
Erin Clarelli, occupational therapist and children's special needs yoga teacher, discusses her journey of creating a business combining yoga and occupational therapy. She shares her love for outdoor activities, challenges faced due to auditory sensitivity, and the importance of self-care for healthcare providers and parents of children with disabilities. The podcast also explores the types of clients they work with, including those with autism and anxiety, and the strategies they use to build rapport with children.
Jan 16, 2019 • 32min
#29 - Detoxing After the Holidays
Today we are talking about detoxing after the holidays! This can be especially challenging with our kiddos who have sensory processing challenges as well as our picky eaters but it can oftentimes have a very positive outcome! We will talk about the different strategies, tools, and tricks you might use to help your child phase out gluten, sugar, dairy, and food dyes! *This site contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a commission for purchases made through these links.&...
Jan 9, 2019 • 30min
#28 - All Things Visual: Ocular Motor Skills, Visual Perception & More!
Today we are discussing all things visual. From ocular motor skills, to visual perception, we will break everything down so you can understand just what exactly your child is taking in when they look around the room. As always, we will share our favorite therapy games and activities you can complete with your kiddos at home! *This site contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a commission for purchases made through these links. SHOW NOTES AND LINKS Activities for Oc...
Jan 2, 2019 • 23min
#27 - The Somatosensory System
Hey Friends! Today we are explaining what exactly the somatosensory system is and the effect it has on development. Of course, we will share our favorite somatosensory processing activities and games that you can do with your kiddos at home! Enjoy!*This site contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a commission for purchases made through these links. SHOW NOTES AND LINKS Sensory Bin Book Water Beads Body Sock Be sure to check out the show notes...
Dec 19, 2018 • 36min
#26 - Bilateral Integration Activities, Strategies, & More!
In today's episode, we are breaking down the term Bilateral Integration for you! We are sharing our knowledge on the topic, as well as what deficits in this area might look like, and our favorite toys and games to address bilateral integration in everyday activities! Hope you learn lots! Thanks for joining us!*This site contains affiliate links to products. We may receive a commission for purchases made through these links.SHOW NOTES AND LINKS https://therapyfunzone.net/blog/ot/fine-moto...
Dec 12, 2018 • 33min
#25 - Executive Function Skills & More!
Rachel and Jessica are dedicating this episode to demystifying executive functioning! This is a topic that doesn’t get much attention, but we are determined to help you and your family understand how to improve your child’s executive functioning skills, (and how you are already working on these skills on a daily basis!) Thanks for joining us!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 mi...
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Nov 28, 2018 • 36min
#24 - Toe Walking and W-Sitting
The hosts discuss controversial topics of toe walking and W sitting in children, providing strategies for addressing them. They explore muscle stretching techniques, the benefits of foot massages, primitive reflex integration, and the use of prism lenses. Strategies for dealing with toe walking and W sitting are highlighted, along with the negative effects of W-sitting on strength and muscle development.
Nov 21, 2018 • 34min
#23 - OT/Sensory Holiday Gift Guide
Buying gifts for your child can be exciting and fulfilling however for some families, searching for the perfect gift for a child with sensory processing challenges can be more challenging than fulfilling. Rachel and Jessica are here to help! Using their experience as occupational therapy assistants working with children, they provide a whole list of equipment, toys, and games that can be the perfect holiday gift for a special needs child. Enjoy!Show Notes YogarillaSpot ItBody Pod Sensory...
Nov 14, 2018 • 34min
#22 - What We Really do in Occupational Therapy
Learn what occupational therapists really do, focusing on daily life tasks like personal hygiene and play skills. Explore adaptive equipment for children and strategies for addressing sensory needs and homework difficulties. Discover the importance of fostering independence in children. Get excited for the holiday gift guide episode with gift ideas for children with sensory or developmental needs.
