As an occupational therapist, I know how common it is for kids (and parents!) to feel more dysregulated as the school year comes to an end. The mix of excitement, routine changes, and academic demands can lead to increased dysregulation. Here are three tips from our occupational therapist Heidi Joachims, OTD, OTR/L to help you [...]
We are thrilled to share a huge round of applause for Heidi Joachims, OT, OTR/L, for her outstanding parent presentation last Friday at a local elementary school! Heidi captivated an audience of over 20 engaged parents, diving into the fascinating world of regulation from an occupational therapist’s perspective. Her insightful guidance and practical tips empowered [...]
Dear SDKF families, colleagues, and friends, Here at SDKF, my colleagues and I are often asked for tools and strategies on how to help our children (or teens) regulate their emotions. Our wonderful occupational therapist, Dr, Heidi Joachims “Dr. Jo” has written an exceptional article on co-regulation, or the ability for a parent, guardian, teacher [...]
At San Diego Kids First, we are committed to supporting every child's unique developmental journey. By introducing occupational therapy services, we aim to be as helpful as possible to parents and caregivers by providing the resources and support needed to ensure the best outcomes for your children. We are excited to announce that we are [...]
