Written by: Jessica Presnell, MS, OTR/L These days, “sensory” can feel like a buzzword. It shows up everywhere—on social media, inparenting blogs and daily conversations. But here’s the truth: sensory processing isn’t just a hottopic—it’s a critical foundation for how we function, learn, and connect. When we reduce it tojust a trend, we miss the […]
Written by: Brittni Winslow, MS, OTR/L Sunday evening in our house looks like controlled chaos. My middle schooler and I sit at the kitchen table, her Order Out of Chaos planner open between us, while my 6-year-old builds a fort nearby. We’re planning the week ahead, and it’s not just about homework—it’s about making space […]
3 Part Series on Reflective Practice and Psychological Safety Series (Part 2) Cultivating Psychological Safety If you missed our previous blog post about selecting the right feedback partner, check it out first before continuing with this read. We promise it will make more sense! Read the Previous Post Here Once you’ve identified a suitable feedback […]
After taking on The Pocket OT and rebranding to The Therapeutic Edge, we became excited about the possibilities of bringing on new course instructors! We are excited to announce and introduce our first new instructor, Andrew Klein, MS, OTR/L and his upcoming course, “Reflective Practice in Peds: Becoming your most confident practitioner-self.” Ever feel self-doubt […]
Did anyone else graduate from school only to feel that their education around primitive reflexes was lacking? You aren’t alone if you feel that way (Psst…spoiler alert, scroll to the bottom for a link to a course that can change this for you). As a pediatric occupational therapist, I have made a habit of assessing […]
20 summer fun activities for kids with and without special needs. Work on fine motor, gross motor, sensory, letters, scissors/cutting, and more with the tips in this post by The Pocket Occupational Therapist
It’s Raining Cats and Dogs! Idioms or phrases that cannot be understood through their literal meaning can be rather confusing for students with language difficulties. Teaching children and students common idioms can help them navigate verbal communication with adults and peers as well as improve their writing skills. My sons had SUCH a difficult time […]
Sit Still and Pay Attention! How many times have we heard this in our lives? I know my generation was expected to sit without fidgeting or moving during learning activities. If we didn’t, there was punishment or reprimand. Unfortunately, things are changing and research has shown that movement and brain breaks should be built into […]
What are pre-writing skills and why does my child need them? Babies are born with hands that are curled up and only reflexively grasp their caregiver’s finger. Through practice and play they quickly learn that their actions cause their toy to light up or their body to move around in space. The hands become stronger […]
OT is BOOMING! We are in demand and are showing our unique value. Occupational therapy is growing by leaps and bounds and it’s a beautiful thing! As an educator, I see how excited students are about entering OT. There’s also no shortage of children awaiting much-needed services. Therapists show how beautiful it is to use […]
