Neuro-Affirming Classrooms with Steph at SGR Holistic Occupational Therapy
- Author
- Emma Gentle
- Published
- Wed 08 Mar 2023
- Episode Link
- https://www.thegradguide.com.au
Today I speak with the beautiful Steph from SGR Holistic Occupational Therapy about how teachers can adopt a neuro-affirming approach in the classroom.
We discuss:
- Regulation: Addressing misconceptions
- The Zones of Regulation
- Teaching children to advocate for what they need
- Expected and Unexpected behaviours
- How to develop neuro-affirming IEP’s in conjunction with health professionals
- Social skills groups- Do they actually help neurodivergent children?
- Where to go and how to broaden your knowledge on neuro-affirming practice
- What is masking and why it is so detrimental? (This is SO relatable for EVERYONE)
Remember, one step in the right direction is positive. Exceptional teachers are lifelong learners who continue to upskill, learn new things and adapt their practice and approach. At the end of the day we are there for the children so I believe it's important to continue to learn how to best support them in order for them to succeed and thrive!
Follow us on Instagram:
Steph @sgroccupationaltherapy
Em @thegradguide_
We are both also on LinkedIn if you are looking to connect.
If you are looking to follow some neuro-affirming accounts on Instagram, Steph and I recommend the following:
Divergent Lives
Neurowild
The Speech and OT Co
Neurodivergent_Lou
The Autism Collective
Gabor Mate
Connected Brain Body
Kristy Forbes
Play Learn Chat
Yellow Ladybugs
ND_Speechie
Christina Keeble
The Peke Centre
The ADHD Accountant
Holly The OT Podcast
If you're looking for more information on Brain Breaks and how to incorporate them into your classroom, go to the link in my bio on Instagram. There you will also be able to add your name to The Grad Guide Mentorship Waitlist, so you don't miss out when doors open on 27th March.
If you're interested in learning more about how we can develop skills in order to support children's behaviour, check out my upcoming Masterclass 'EQ for Educators' on 23rd March. Head to the link in my bio to register.
