Jul 26 2022
How Occupational Therapy Enhanced Our Lives: A Talk with Micaela Wilson
In this episode, we speak with pediatric occupational therapist, Micaela Wilson. Mickey, as she is better known by, walks us through how occupational therapy can help certain people, the difference between occupational therapy and physical therapy and the kinds of considerations people can make when deciding which therapist is right for them.In addition to our podcast, please see the list of resources that Mickey recommends that parents should look at when better understanding this journey. As always, thank you for your support.Some of Mickey's Recommended ResourcesWebsites:STAR Institute for Sensory Processinghttps://sensoryhealth.org/▪ A research and therapy center for sensory processingfounded by Lucy Jane Miller, a pioneer in the field ofsensory processing. Miller studied under the woman thatfirst brought sensory processing into the OccupationalTherapy and Medical world, Jean Ayres.▪ There are resources on the website to give you furtherknowledge on sensory processing and webinars as well.Social Media Accounts:Not Your Mama's Autism▪ Website: https://notyourmamasautism.com/with links to all social media accounts and podcasts Finding Cooper’s Voice▪ Website: https://www.findingcoopersvoice.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/findingcoopersvoiceAutism Discussion PageFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/autismdiscussionpage Led by Bill Nason, MS, LLP; Discusses ways and tools tohelp children on the spectrum feel safe, accepted, andcompetent.▪ Also has written several books:https://www.amazon.com/Autism-Discussion-Page-challenges-autism/dp/1849059942Thriving on the Spectrum▪ Website: https://www.thrivingonthespectrum.com/Neurodiversity: Resources for Families & Educators https://www.facebook.com/Neurodiversity-Resources-for-Families-Educators-109912502369117Facebook page run by a mother, educator, and advocateo The Neurodivergent Teacher▪ Instagram: https://instagram.com/the_neurodivergent_teacher?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Books:The Whole Brain Child by Daniel J. Siegel, MD., & Tina Payne Bryson, PhD.Sensational Kids by Lucy Jane Miller, PhD., OTR No Longer a Secret by Lucy Jane Miller, PhD., OTR., Lisa M. Porter, PhD, OTD, OTR/L, and Doreit S. Bailer, OTD, MA, OTRDISCLAIMER: The opinions and views expressed during this podcast andon this resource sheet belong solely to Micaela Wilson, COTA/L. In no waydoes this represent any other institutions or professionals mentioned.These views and opinions are for informational purposes only. Theinformation and resources mentioned above do not and are not areplacement for Occupational Therapy Services. If concerns or furtherinformation is needed in regards to Occupational Therapy Services, it ishighly recommended to seek professional medical advice from yourprimary care physician, pediatrician, or consult with an OT. https://notyourmamasautism.com/https://www.instagram.com/notyourmamasautism/https://www.facebook.com/NotYourMamasAutism/