Exploring and Understanding a Child’s Sensory Systems with Sarah Collins

About this episode

Janine Halloran and Sarah Collins discuss the importance of understanding children's sensory systems and strategies for addressing sensory needs.

We all know the 5 senses and learned them from the time we started school. But did you know there are actually 8? Unpacking and understanding these can help us to understand yours and your child's needs and how you move around your space well. Joining Janine is Occupational Therapist, Sarah Collins who unpacks the senses and encourages you to find the words and strategies that work for your child's sensory needs. Today Sarah and Janine discuss: The work Sarah does How to take self care to the next stage Mental Health Hygiene Sensory Systems Other systems Sensory Processing Disorder How can an OT helpfully challenge sensory Strategies and finding language that works for your family How Dr Sarah likes to rest and relax And remember, do not forget about yourself, take a few minutes for you and have a little fun! About The Guest - Sarah Collins, MSOT, OTR/L, is an occupational therapist and homeschooling consultant dedicated to helping parents align homeschooling with their children’s unique needs. Through HomeschoolOT, she provides personalized consultations, teaches month-long courses on key topics, fosters community through group and individual coaching, and speaks at national…

People in this episode

Hosts: Janine Halloran, Janine

Guest: Sarah Collins

Topics covered

• sensory systems
• self care
• mental health hygiene
• sensory processing disorder
• occupational therapy
• homeschooling

Keywords

• occupational therapist
• homeschooling consultant
• parenting strategies
• developmental needs

Mentioned in this episode

Products: HomeschoolOT

Books & works: The OT is In, A Chameleon Tale - A Colorful Sensory Story, Coping Skills for Kids, Coping Skills for Teens

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