Learn about Sensory Processing and how it impacts on your child and family .
A two-part webinar series
Join us to discover how to better understand your child’s sensory needs, and how this may present in everyday situations. In a 2 part webinar series, you will learn about:
Session 1:
“What is Sensory Processing?”
Learn about Sensory Processing and how it impacts on your child and family
Friday 21 July 2023
1-2pm (AEST)
Cost: $40
Recording available post session for 10 days
Increase your understanding
Sensory processing is the ability to perceive, process and respond to information we receive through our senses. It’s something we all do and experience very differently
Sensory processing is the ability to perceive, process and respond to information we receive through our senses. It’s something we all do and experience very differently. A child’s ability to concentrate, play, learn, socialise, and develop skills relies upon effective sensory integration. Our sensory processing skills also have a direct impact on our emotions, attention, and learning. That’s why it is so important to understand how your child processes sensory information, and what you can do to support their sensory needs.
This comprehensive session offers an opportunity for you to:
understand what sensory processing is
learn about the different types of sensory profiles people can present with
learn about the 8 sensory systems, including the lesser known proprioception, vestibular and interoception senses
gain a greater understanding of why your child may behave in a certain way, or respond differently in different environment
be able to confidently read the behavioural and sensory clues your child is giving you
learn some general strategies to support your child’s sensory regulation using a ‘sensory diet’
A follow up webinar on 4th August will delve deeper into sensory strategies to support your child.
Who can attend?
We invite parents, caregivers, grandparents and other interested family members to attend. Information in the session would also be beneficial for Support Workers or other support staff working with your child and family. A future session will be targeted towards teachers and education support staff.
Meet the speaker
Katie Stokes is an Occupational Therapist with over 20 years experience, who leads a team of exceptional therapists in her private practice. The practice provides paediatric OT services to children aged 3 to 18 and their families in Geelong and surrounding regions. Katie enjoys helping families on their therapy journey to understand their child’s needs and teach them tips on how to make day to day life easier. Being a parent to two busy boys, and having a lived experience of specific learning needs, Katie feels well equipped to understand the children and families she is working with.
Recordings:
These webinars will be presented live, but will be recorded and available to view for 10 days after the live event.