Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders, A.D.H.D. and A.D.D., Cerebral Palsy, Selective Mutism, Seizure Disorders, Digestive Disorders, Brain Injuries, Emotional Disorders, Genetic Disorders, Birth trauma, as well as many others benefit from Massage Therapy. My approach to Pediatric and Special Needs Massage is not limited solely to the child. Working along with family members, caregivers, therapists and medical professionals provides the necessary pieces of the puzzle to address the individual needs of each child. Some of the benefits of massage for children with special needs include:
Massage therapy may also address certain medical conditions by facilitating the body's innate ability to heal. Specific bodywork may:
Movement Based Learning
Movement Re-education therapy incorporates Brain Gym® exercises, Neurological Reorganization (NR) techniques, and Rhythmic Movement Training (RMT) to work toward organized and integrated whole brain learning and to improve academic achievement.Neurological Reorganization (NR) is a movement based therapy used to build connections in the brain and improve function of neurological processes. NR is comprised of specific movements that are designed to treat the brain, rather then focusing in the symptoms. These techniques are based on the works of Pioneer Glenn Doman, founder of the Institutes for the Achievement of Human Potential. For additional information about Glenn Doman and his 40 years of work with brain injured children read his book titled What To Do About Your Brain-Injured Child.Rhythmic Movement Training (RMT) is a movement based, primitive reflex integration program, used to restore balance and improve function in the neurological system. I utilize various techniques, exercises and activities such as: Re-patterning, Building Block Activities, Rhythmic Movement Training, Sensory Integration Techniques, and Craniosacral Therapy.
NR and RMT have been effective in treating children and adults with ADHD/ADD, autism, cerebral palsy, speech disorders, genetic disorders, learning disorders, and developmental delays.
Benefits of Movement Re-education