Here's a hot take: sometimes the most dysregulating part of occupational therapy is the clinic itself.
In this episode, we take a closer look at how the therapy environment can impact a child's nervous system and why the space around us is just as important as the intervention itself. From fluorescent lighting and visual clutter to noisy waiting rooms, strong fragrances, and harsh cleaning products, we discuss simple ways to create a calmer, more regulation-friendly environment for both kids and therapists.
We also share practical ideas for reducing sensory overload, organizing therapy spaces with intention, making thoughtful product swaps, and creating an environment that helps children feel safe, regulated, and ready to learn.
Whether you're an OT, PT, SLP, educator, or clinic owner, this episode will leave you thinking differently about the spaces where we support children every day.
Thanks for listeningđź©·We'd love to hear from you! What's one small change you've made, or want to make, to create a calmer therapy environment?
LINKS
We’d love to answer your questions on the podcast! Fill out this form - https://harkla.typeform.com/to/ItWxQNP3Â
All Things Sensory Podcast InstagramÂ
https://www.instagram.com/allthingssensorypodcast/Â
Harkla WebsiteÂ
https://harkla.co/Â
Harkla YouTube
​​https://www.youtube.com/c/HarklaFamilyÂ
Harkla Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/harkla_family/Â
Harkla Digital Courses
https://harkla.co/collections/courses
Force of Nature Cleaning Products
https://www.forceofnatureclean.com/
