In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, in Spring 2020 OTA the Koomar Center (OTA), developed a novel program to deliver Sensory Integration occupational therapy (SI-OT) and speech and language pathology (SLP) services via telehealth. This telehealth model uses a...
Looking for a comprehensive approach to supporting individuals who experience eating and mealtime challenges? Get to know The FOCUS Program for Eating and Mealtime Success, a systematic and whole-body approach that supports clients of all ages to expand their food...
In our ever-growing attempts to provide resources and materials to professionals and parents, the Spiral Foundation has partnered with Amazon to bring you our NEW! A-Store. In our A-store/ Book Club you will find recommended reading for parents, professionals and...
About three years ago, we were approached by a young engineer, Brian Mullen, who was working to create a deep pressure vest for adults with mental health concerns. Impressed by his work, we partnered with Mullen and his business partner Chris Leidel so they could...
Many are understandably unsure of the relationship between Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) and dyspraxia. Though I’ll try to clear the issue here, I admit, it’s complicated. First, the definition of “dyspraxia” is not always very clear and its...
In April I was honored to receive the American Occupational Therapy Association’s 2011 A. Jean Ayres Award, which according to AOTA, is given annually, (T)o recognize occupational therapy clinicians, educators, and researchers who have demonstrated sustained...
On March 24, at Microsoft’s offices in Waltham, MA, the Spiral Foundation will present “Utilizing SAFE PLACE for Professionals.” Attachment (the affectionate relationship that binds a child to a parent or caregiver) and sensory processing (the ability to take in...
One of my greatest joys is teaching, but over time clinical work and research increased to the point where I had less time to mentor students. Fortunately, this past year I was invited to join the Boston School of Occupational Therapy at Tufts University as their...
