The Sensory Project

WELCOME to our first bonus episode! We are so excited to send this one out into the world and hopefully provide you with valuable information regarding teletherapy! Take notes and make sure to check out our FREE Teletherapy Guide over at thesensoryprojectclub.com/freebiesBe 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 hap...

This week on The Sensory Project Show, Rachel and Jessica chat with Gwen - the mastermind behind BrainWorks, the Sensory Diet Tool for therapists, parents, educators, and caregivers! Not only is Gwen the creator of Sensational Brain (a website with a variety of resources including handouts and webinars), but she’s also a speaker, Occupational Therapist, and someone who is passionate about helping children and families. Listen in for a fabulous conversation!Be sure to check out the show ...

If you struggle to identify your child’s negative actions as “sensory related” or “behavior related,” this episode is for you! A sensory related behavior will frequently manifest differently than a behavior related action - meaning the child’s sensory system is overloaded which causes them to have a meltdown. A behavior related action is typically related more to a want that the child has and that they will attempt to seek negative attention to achieve the want. If that’s not confusing ...

As therapists, we oftentimes focus our treatment sessions on building strength and endurance in order to improve a child’s ability to attain and sustain a postural position. For instance, we want to improve a child’s ability to sit upright at their desk in order to focus well in school. This means we must identify any compensatory strategies in order to identify the muscles that require extra strengthening. But what does this mean for parents and educators? Well, in this episode we will go th...

It’s so amazing when we can connect with other professionals through social media! We first met Laura (aka @theotbutterfly) through Instagram and are so excited to share her knowledge with you on this episode! We decided to dive into an oftentimes not-discussed topic - crossing midline - because we know how important this skill is in a child’s development! Take notes, message us and Laura with your questions and/or comments, leave us a review on iTunes, and enjoy! Be sure to check ...

We believe in creating experiences for the children we work with. We even have an episode on how to create experiences (make sure you check that one out!)! We also believe that movement = learning. So, when we can put those two things together, we create an incredible opportunity for growth! A sensory motor experience is, quite simply, a movement sequence that helps to improve attention, praxis, coordination, and executive functioning. We are OBSESSED with creating new sequences that ta...

This week’s episode is brought to you by a listener question - Why do children struggle with smells? What can be done to help a child tolerate the variety of smells in a school lunchroom? Our sense of smell - our olfactory sense - plays a huge role in our daily routines, including eating and social situations but also when we clean, walk through the store, and even sleep! So when our sense of smell is over-responsive, it can cause some serious challenges! Be ready to take some notes and...

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! &nbsp...

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...

Welcome to Episode 81 of The Sensory Project Show! In today’s episode, Rachel and Jessica talk about everyone’s favorite topic - screen time. It’s somewhat controversial but they are ready to take on the heat! Listen in as they discuss the pros and cons of screen time as well as some strategies to help alleviate the power struggles that can oftentimes ensue. The goal in today’s episode is to inform and hopefully provide some new ideas. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES / LINKS /...

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...

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...

Welcome to Episode 78 of The Sensory Project Show! In this episode, Rachel and Jessica talk with Rachel Madel, a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) and “tech master!” She is based in Los Angeles and is dedicated to helping parents and clinicians learn how to support children with complex communication needs. She also co-hosts a weekly podcast - Talking with Tech - that helps guide parents and professionals on utilizing technology to support communication. She has been featured in Autism ...

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&nbsp...

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!

In this episode, Rachel and Jessica talk with Dr. Ryan Johnson, an Idaho native who not only graduated from optometry school but also completed a residency in binocular vision and neuro-optometry. He is passionate about helping people and spreading the word that vision is a large piece of the puzzle. He provides so much value in this episode so get ready to be blown away! Enjoy! SHOW NOTES / LINKS / RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS Artisan Pediatric Eye CareBe sure to check o...

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 ...

In this episode, Rachel and Jessica chat with Kali Jacobs, an Occupational Therapist in Toronto. She specializes in Vestibular Integration so get ready to take notes because she drops some seriously valuable info in today’s interview! Enjoy! SHOW NOTES / LINKS / RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS SMILE Therapy For Kids Cuevas Medek Exercise- CME The Listening Program (TLP) - Advanced Brain TechBe sure to check out the show notes ...

In this episode, Rachel and Jessica challenge the idea of a “gift guide.” What if, instead of giving your child(ren) toys for Christmas, you gift EXPERIENCES? Listen in as they talk about the why, the how, and the what. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES / LINKS / RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS Round Therapy Ball Peanut Therapy Ball Yoga Half Ball (Bosu) Be sure to check out the show notes on our blog at Harkla.Co/Podcast.Brought To You ...

In this episode, Rachel and Jessica sit down with Karen, a mother of multiple children who have benefited from several different types of therapies. Not only is Karen an incredible story teller, but she is relatable and passionate. Listen in as she talks about her children and her journey. Enjoy! SHOW NOTES / LINKS / RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS The Out-of-Sync Child Game Changers Idaho Advanced Vision Therapy in Boise, Ida...