Looking For Sensory Integration For Autism

For many children with autism sensory integration is an important tool. Parents can use sensory integration to enhance some of the skills they want their children to use. We will explore how a parent can locate professionals who are skilled in sensory integration.

Usually an Occupational Therapist (OT) is the person to look for when you are interested in sensory integration for your child with autism. One of the first places to look for someone knowledge about it would be the school system.

Of course you can get services through the school system. I am always looking for inexpensive ways to get the services that children with autism need.

One of the less known ideas is that many school system Occupational Therapists also have a private practice. You may be able to get more hands on this type of therapy in this manner.

Another way to find an Occupational Therapist that can do sensory integration is to look for Hippo therapy or Horse Riding Therapy. This type of therapy is widely considered sensory integration and even children with autism seem to love it. Something about the rhythm of the horse seems to calm our children down.

Do not be scared that your child might be afraid of the horse as the Occupational Therapists have specific training to do this kind of therapy. In my experience the OT was able to go very slowly if needed and still provide activities that helped my child

When looking for sensory integration you can also ask other parents. You may also want to spend time with the OT. Many of the activities an OT uses can be replicated when you are trying to get your child to focus. Of course you want to be taught by the OT exactly what they are doing and why to get the most benefit.

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Mylinda Elliott is the parent of five children. The third of the five has Autism which was diagnosed early on. The fourth of the five children has Aspergers. She is a self taught expert on Autism Spectrum Disorders. Mylinda Elliott has also worked professionally in the disability world for the past fifteen years. She is considered the "Go To" woman for advice or resources on disabilities.

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