Articles by BPHT Therapists
- Music and Movement Combined in Therapy
Article written by Jennifer Vandecar MOT, OTR/L about how therapists are integrating the use of listening systems into their therapy sessions.
Autism
- Autietots
A great source for autism-friendly reviews around Portland, Seattle, & the Pacific Northwest. Browse reviews, post your own reviews, connect with other families, and find new places and services that work best for your child’s special needs.
- Autism Society of America
The Autism Society, the nation’s leading grassroots autism organization, exists to improve the lives of all affected by autism.
- Autism Speaks
Autism Speaks has grown into the nation’s largest autism science and advocacy organization, dedicated to funding research into the causes, prevention, treatments and a cure for autism; increasing awareness of autism spectrum disorders; and advocating for
- Autism Untangled
Helping parents help their children…one step at a time.
- Daily Life on the Spectrum
An educational resource utilizing input from parents of children with Autistic Spectrum Disorders (ASD) about teaching routines and building independence in their child’s self-care skills.
- Eating for Autism
10-step nutrition plan to help treat your child’s autism, aspergers, or ADHD. 75 Gluten-free, casein-free recipes. Written by Elizabeth Strickland, MS, RD, LD
- FEAT of WA
Families for Effective Autism Treatment (FEAT) of Washington, a vibrant non-profit organization, continues the legacy of its founders; it remains steadfast in its support of families and its adherence to science-driven clinical interventions.
Books
- Answers to Questions Teachers Ask about Sensory Integration: Forms, Checklists, and Practical Tools for Teachers and Parents
Written by Carol Stock Kranowitz, M.A. An easy-to-use set of checklists and other tools that will be invaluable to every teacher (and parent) who has children with sensory processing challenges.
- Brain Gym: Teacher’s Edition
Written by Paul E. Dennison and Gail E. Dennison. The book references recent research in the field of neuroplasticity as it shows how learners can master the physical skills required for development of academic abilities.
- Eating for Autism
10-step nutrition plan to help treat your child’s autism, aspergers, or ADHD. 75 Gluten-free, casein-free recipes. Written by Elizabeth Strickland, MS, RD, LD
- Hands On: How to Use Brain Gym in the Classroom
By Marcelle Goldsmith and Isabel Cohen. In this photo-filled book, the authors, who are teachers in the South African school system, have captured the joy of learning through their use of 25 of the Brain Gym activities and 14 of the Vision Gym movements.
- Introduction to How Does Your Engine Run?: The Alert Program for Self-Regulation
By Mary Sue Williams, OTR/L and Sherry Shellenberger, OTR/L. This booklet is an excerpt from the first chapter of the Leader’s Guide. It is an overview of the program. Teachers often give the booklet to a parent to share what Alert Program concepts the st
- It Takes Two to Talk
A practical guide for parents of children with language delays. Written by Jan Pepper and Elaine Weitzman
- Sensational Kids: Hope and Help for Children with Sensory Processing Disorder
Written by Lucy Jane Miller, Ph.D OTR. Warm, well-written and accessible, this should be every parent’s “go-to” book for questions about their child’s sensory development.
- Sensory Integration and the Child: 25th Anniversary Edition
Written by A. Jean Ayres, PhD OTR. This volume explains sensory integrative dysfunction, how to recognize it, and what to do about it. Helpful tips, checklists, question-and-answer sections, and parent resources.
- The Out-of-Sync Child: Recognizing and Coping with Sensory Processing Disorder, Revised Edition
The Out-of-Sync Child broke new ground by identifying Sensory Processing Disorder. This newly revised edition features additional information from recent research on vision and hearing deficits, motor skill problems, nutrition and picky eaters, ADHA, auti
Family Medicine
Hand Therapy
- American Society of Hand Therapists
- Hand Therapy Certification Commission (HTCC)
- Healthy Hands Week
Learn more about how BP&HT celebrates ASHT’s annual Healthy Hands Week, the first week of June.
Local Organizations
- Autism Speaks
Autism Speaks has grown into the nation’s largest autism science and advocacy organization, dedicated to funding research into the causes, prevention, treatments and a cure for autism; increasing awareness of autism spectrum disorders; and advocating for
- Challenge Air
Challenge Air builds self-esteem and confidence of children and youth with specials needs, through the experience of flight.
- FEAT of WA
Families for Effective Autism Treatment (FEAT) of Washington, a vibrant non-profit organization, continues the legacy of its founders; it remains steadfast in its support of families and its adherence to science-driven clinical interventions.
- Kindermusik
Kindermusik is a trusted music and movement program for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and young children. The program is about kids, parents, and teachers—coming together. It’s about helping you grow closer to your child. Enriching her environment and
- Northwest Special Families
Northwest Special Families is a parent-led community of families with children with special needs. We offer supported social opportunities for children and families in North King and South Snohomish counties.
- Seattle Adaptive Sports
Seattle Adaptive Sports is a not-for-profit organization that is dedicated to the promotion of the well being of physically challenged individuals.
Occupational Therapy
- Daily Life on the Spectrum
An educational resource utilizing input from parents of children with Autistic Spectrum Disorders (ASD) about teaching routines and building independence in their child’s self-care skills.
- The American Occupational Therapy Association
Pediatricians
Physical Therapy
- American Physical Therapy Association
- Seattle Adaptive Sports
Seattle Adaptive Sports is a not-for-profit organization that is dedicated to the promotion of the well being of physically challenged individuals.
Programs and Classes
- Handwriting Club
Learn more about our summer program the Handwriting Club!
- Music and Movement Combined in Therapy
Article written by Jennifer Vandecar MOT, OTR/L about how therapists are integrating the use of listening systems into their therapy sessions.
Psychology Services
- Eastside Psychological Services
They specialize in: Consultation and Treatment for Children with Anxiety, Learning Problems, Depression, and Behavioral Difficulties, Skilled Assessments and Treatments for Individuals with Asperger’s Syndrome and Autism Spectrum Disorder, Neurofeedback f
- Wellspring Family Services
A non-profit organization that provides a variety of family services and counseling. They are located in Redmond, Bellevue, and Seattle.
Sensory Processing or Integration Disorder
- Answers to Questions Teachers Ask about Sensory Integration: Forms, Checklists, and Practical Tools for Teachers and Parents
Written by Carol Stock Kranowitz, M.A. An easy-to-use set of checklists and other tools that will be invaluable to every teacher (and parent) who has children with sensory processing challenges.
- Brain Gym: Teacher’s Edition
Written by Paul E. Dennison and Gail E. Dennison. The book references recent research in the field of neuroplasticity as it shows how learners can master the physical skills required for development of academic abilities.
- Hands On: How to Use Brain Gym in the Classroom
By Marcelle Goldsmith and Isabel Cohen. In this photo-filled book, the authors, who are teachers in the South African school system, have captured the joy of learning through their use of 25 of the Brain Gym activities and 14 of the Vision Gym movements.
- Introduction to How Does Your Engine Run?: The Alert Program for Self-Regulation
By Mary Sue Williams, OTR/L and Sherry Shellenberger, OTR/L. This booklet is an excerpt from the first chapter of the Leader’s Guide. It is an overview of the program. Teachers often give the booklet to a parent to share what Alert Program concepts the st
- Sensory Processing Disorder Foundation
The SPD Foundation is a world leader in research, education, and advocacy for Sensory Processing Disorder, a neurological condition that disrupts the daily lives of many children and adults.
- The Sensory Spectrum Blog
A support community for parents who have children with SPD to discuss and find information. This awesome blog was created by a Mom with two children with Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), who wanted to create one communal page to post links to research i
- The Sensory Spectrum FaceBook Page
A mom of two kids with Sensory Processing Disorder who is “paying it forward” for other parents facing this disorder and wanted to create a support community for parents who have children with SPD to discuss and find information.
Speech Therapy
- Apraxia-KIDS
The mission: To strengthen the support systems in the lives of children with apraxia, so that each child has their best opportunity to develop speech.
- Childhood Apraxia of Speech Association
Helping families cope with children’s communication impairments. Working on behalf of children’s speech and language delays and disorders.
- Daily Life on the Spectrum
An educational resource utilizing input from parents of children with Autistic Spectrum Disorders (ASD) about teaching routines and building independence in their child’s self-care skills.
- It Takes Two to Talk
A practical guide for parents of children with language delays. Written by Jan Pepper and Elaine Weitzman
- Social Stories
Social Stories for Hard Transitions – learn why we use them and tips for creating your own.
- The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
Vision Therapy
