This week, Hallie is joined by Amy Williams, a pediatric occupational therapist, feeding specialist, and the founder of San Diego Feeding Therapy. She is also one of the presenters in our Pediatric Feeding Therapist Curriculum where she talks about supporting complex sensory feeders.
In this conversation, Amy and Hallie discuss the complexities of feeding therapy, particularly focusing on the challenges faced by complex sensory feeders. Tune is as Amy shares her personal journey into feeding therapy, influenced by her experiences with her own sisters.
Their discussion also emphasizes the importance of understanding the nervous system’s role in feeding, the need for a safe and regulated environment, the distinction between behavioral and relationship-based approaches in therapy, and more!
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In this episode, you’ll hear about:
- Amy’s Feeding Therapy and Personal Journey
- Understanding Complex Sensory Feeders
- The Role of the Nervous System in Feeding
- Safety and Regulation in Feeding Therapy
- The Sensory Cup and Emotional Regulation
- Behavioral vs. Relationship Approaches in Therapy
- Building Trust and Connection in Therapy
- Understanding Neurodiversity and Feeding Therapy
- The Role of Tools in Sensory Feeding
- Creating Safe and Comfortable Eating Environments
- Accommodations for Successful Meal Times
- Redefining Norms in Feeding Practices
LINKS
Get to know Amy on Instagram or visit her website
>>> https://www.sandiegofeedingtherapy.com/
Enroll in her PFTC: Supporting Complex Sensory Feeders Course
https://www.feedthepeds.com/PFTC-supportingcomplexsensoryfeeders
Apply For CPFT™ Certification [Certified Pediatric Feeding Therapist™]
www.feedthepeds.com/cpft-certification
Get Your Free Pediatric Feeding Screening Packet
www.feedthepeds.com/Pediatric-Feeding-Screening-Packet
Get on the Feed the Peds® Waitlist >>> www.feedthepeds.com
Connect with Hallie on Instagram, Facebook & LinkedIN
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