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of Regulation
This is a program developed by Leah Kuypers, M.A., Ed., OTR/L, to teach clients who struggle with managing thier emotional and sensory needs, how to become more aware of and independent in controlling their emotions and impulses. They are given tools and systematically taught to use these tools to manage their sensory needs and improve their ability to problem solve conflicts.
Small group and individual sessions are offered depending on the needs of the client.
Program Teaches Clients:
- How to identify their level of arousal and/or sensory need
- Which calming strategies work for them
- The impact of calming strategies and when to use them
- Problem solving skills
Methods Used
- Role Play/Guided Practice
- Activities and Games
- Video and Visual Support
- Social Stories/Scripts
- Homework/Parent Tips
- Positive Reinforcement
- Students Earn Prizes Using a Point System
- Progress Report is Provided Each Year
Who We Serve
We assist all individuals with emotional and/or sensory challenges, including those with:
- Asperger’s Syndrome
- High Functioning Autism
- Nonverbal Learning Disorder
- Pervasive Developmental Disorder - Not Otherwise Specified (PDD-NOS)
- General Social Learning Difficulties
- ADD and ADHD
- Other Language and Developmental Delays
The "Zones" strategies are applicable to elementary regular education and all levels of special education students (early childhood through highschool depending on cognitive abilities and maturity level).
