by Amy Spoelstra | Aug 7, 2023 | Uncategorized
Listen, I get it, sometimes parents of kids we work with can be HARD to deal with. Sometimes, it’s easier to say, “well, if they would just decrease the screen time, then I am sure everything I am doing would be more effective.” Or, “if they...
by Amy Spoelstra | Jul 11, 2023 | Uncategorized
As we begin to develop our central visual field (parvocellular) (ventral stream) at a few months old, it is critical to observe if a newborn is starting to attend to this system OR DEFLECT from it to create an unbalanced visual experience. THIS is an early indicator...
by Amy Spoelstra | Jun 13, 2023 | Uncategorized
What is ONE thing you will do this week to create a “safer place to land” for all parents (and kids) living in chronic stress right now!? ONE thing at a time! Here are a few things to remember! It doesn’t have to be a considerable change; simple is...
by Amy Spoelstra | May 26, 2023 | Uncategorized
I performed an initial exam and functional brain-based assessment that looked nothing like your “typical” exam this morning. This 8-year-old is non-verbal but very communicative! She refused to go in the exam room and was “defiant” in...
by Amy Spoelstra | May 17, 2023 | Uncategorized
Let’s talk about stress! This is a universal tool everyone should have! What are YOUR stressors? Understanding this about yourself can help you navigate every relationship you have.
by Amy Spoelstra | May 8, 2023 | Uncategorized
This might seem strange… Don’t provide a LOT of written, printed material at first. This is actually creating a high demand for the patient or parent to process in a time of possibly heightened stress. Simplify your forms by using fewer words and using...
