Sensory Integration...
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The Local Therapy Company Ltd provides experienced occupational therapists with postgraduate training in Ayres Sensory Integration® (ASI), all of whom meet or exceed Level 3 standards from Sensory Integration Education (SIE).
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Therapists offer assessment and treatment, available directly to parents or through schools.
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Sensory Integration is how the brain processes and responds to sensory information from the environment (A. Jean Ayres, 1972).
There is growing research on sensory processing difficulties now known as Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) and the impact it can have on child development and daily functioning. It is thought that difficulties associated with sensory processing affect 50-90% of neurodiverse children (Passarello, 2022). It is also common for sensory processing challenges to persist into adult life.
When someone struggles to process sensory information, much of their energy is spent coping, which can lead to learning delays, disengagement, or not reaching their potential.
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Sensory Processing is complex and should be assessed and treated by a highly trained professional.
For a free 30-minute consultation, contact The Local Therapy Company to discuss your concerns and determine if therapy is appropriate.
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Common sensory processing difficulties include:
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Over-responsiveness: A mild sound may trigger extreme anxiety, causing the person to cover their ears in fear.
Under-responsiveness: The person needs much more sensory input to respond, like a child who seems not to hear but has no hearing issues.
Sensory seeking: Constantly seeking sensory input, such as touching everything, fidgeting, and struggling to settle or concentrate.
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These are just examples. For concerns, please consult an experienced occupational therapist. Contact us for more information.
References:
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A. Jean. Ayres (1972) Sensory Integration and the Child
Passarello, N., Tarantino, V., Chirico, A., Menghini,D., Costanzo, F., Sorrentino.F., Fuca.E., Gigliotta, O., Alivernini, F., Oliveri, M., Lucidi, F., Vicari, S., Mandolesi, L. and Turriziani, P. (2022). Sensory Processing Disorders in Children and Adolescents: Taking Stock of Assessment anf Novel Therapeutic Tools. Brain Science. 12(11) 1478.