Eleanor and Micheal unpack Engine Charts vs Zones of Regulation, what they are, and how you can use them therapeutically in the clinic.

Eleanor brought her engine chart to show you how she models hers with her clients, and tell you how to help start these conversations with the young people you're working with.

Plus, we provide a few alternatives to chew toys for someone who might seek oral input to regulate.

References:
Zones of Regulation https://zonesofregulation.com/
The Alert Program° https://alertprogram.com/

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This week Michael and Eleanor unpack a question about managing tricky moments during transition time and what that looks like for a young person, adn they unpack what it's like to be on the receiving end of someone saying, "your job must be so rewarding."

Plus, all the regular segments to help you find the fun in learning how to support the young people in your life.

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This week, we're unpacking the Thriving Kids Program announcement, workshopping how you can manage difficult conversations when someone separates the person from the diagnosis, and managing clients with low muscle tone.

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