We help families with children between the ages of 2 and 14 navigate dysregulation, sensory sensitivities, attention challenges, & other day to day struggles associated with family life so they can worry less about their child’s future, and focus more on enjoying the present moment.
Therapy that feels like catching up with a friend
Occupational therapy for kids in sandy Springs, ga
Do you feel like you are approaching a tipping point with your child?
Or something just feels off & you know your child needs more support but aren’t quite sure what to do.
You are stuck in information overload
You listen to parenting podcasts, follow parenting experts on socials, and have downloaded free resources, but you get stuck when it comes to implementation. You’ve tried a few strategies, but they aren't helping.
You are concerned your child is falling behind
Other children around your child’s age, or even siblings, seem to have skills that your child is still struggling to develop. Every child develops at their own pace, but you can’t get rid of the feeling that your child is more behind than normal.
Home life feels harder than it should
You have to walk on eggshells at home, bracing for the next unexpected meltdown. Simple tasks are a regular battle and deep down you feel like your child’s behavior is monopolizing the whole household. Frequently you wonder ‘is parenting supposed to feel this hard?’.
They are struggling in school
Their behavior at school is becoming increasingly difficult for teachers to manage. You frequently get incident report emails that are alarming, frustrating, and make you cringe. You are worried your child might get kicked out of school.
But first we need to identify what’s really going on. We’ll help you understand the connection between your child’s nervous system and their existence so you know how to respond when they have a meltdown, get physical with a peer at school, struggle to transition, or need help with daily tasks.
Using evidence based practices like sensory integration, primitive reflexes, interactive metronome, & the safe and sound protocol our team will help your child build a strong foundation of self awareness (knowing oneself) & self empowerment (knowing how to support oneself) - a valuable skill set they will carry with them the rest of their life.
Parenting a child with unique needs is hard, but with the right support, it’s possible to find stability in your day to day life so both you & your child can thrive.
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Our therapists will help your family work through your challenges without making you feel judged, embarrassed, or ashamed.
Has anyone ever given you unsolicited parenting advice that makes you feel judged as a parent? Perhaps they told you to give harsher consequences, or to let your child ‘cry it out’.
That sort of thinking is out of date & honestly, it does more harm than good.
In order for your child to improve, they need to feel safe. Their nervous system needs to be grounded, and worries about doing or saying something wrong will hold them back from making meaningful progress.
Our team views behavior as communication instead of something to be controlled. This allows your child (and family) the space for honest expression so lasting change can actually happen.
"The OT team has a way of connecting with clients by meeting them where they are and using their interests to drive them to meet goals." - Jaclyn S.
Take the first step towards your goals today
First we will need to complete an evaluation. The evaluation will help us get all of the information we need to build an effective treatment plan that will support your child. To prepare for the evaluation we will need you to fill out our intake forms, get a prescription for OT from your pediatrician, and send us a picture of your insurance card (if applicable).
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A week or so after your evaluation we will meet with you to provide our professional feedback from the evaluation & discuss how to support your child moving forward. This meeting is an opportunity for you to learn as well as ask questions. At the end of the meeting we will provide you with a few immediate actions items to get started and share the evaluation report with you.
Our team will use the evaluation to create a treatment plan that provides just the right amount of challenge in a fun, safe environment so your child makes steady progress towards their goals.
During consistent weekly therapy sessions our therapists will build a positive trusting relationship with your child and lead fun, strategic therapeutic activities that regulate the nervous system, build resiliency & confidence, and challenge your child to expand their skillset. We encourage parent participation during sessions as much as possible to help bring what we work on in the clinic into your day to day life.
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Hi, I'm Michaelene! I’m passionate about helping families identify the through lines that connect their child's challenges so we can use them to create more self awareness, confidence, and joy in their daily lives.
As parents we want nothing but the best for our children, and when they are struggling life is challenging. When my girls were growing up we struggled with sensory processing challenges & then undiagnosed ADHD, so I know what you are going through.
Together we can get through this. My team is ready to meet you where you are, and create a plan that will make your life feel lighter.
Occupational Therapist, Clinical Director, Owner, Mentor, & most importantly - Mom
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"The wealth of knowledge that Michaelene holds on all things OT makes understanding the whole process so much easier." - Jaclyn S.
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