Articles: Tomatis:
Eastside Journal highlights changes in children from Tomatis Effect - Listening Education Program™
Movement Development:
The Seattle Times reports on “hippotherapy,” and its effects on improving balance, motor skills and concentration.
Neurofeedback:
Emerging brain-based interventions for children
Vison Therapy:
Stereo Sue: Why Two Eyes Are Better Than One’. By Oliver Sacks.
Movement Development:
Qi, Journal of Traditional Eastern Health & Fitness, on the main function of qigong: keeping the mind, body and emotions in perfect balance.
Complementary Methods and Resources: Medical/Therapeutic Resources:
Allopathic Medicine
Deborah McGrew MD OT. Outside the Box Pediatrics. (206)353-1942
Massage Theapist
Andy Zorich LMT - (206)789-1737
Music Therapy
Wendy Zieve MA, MT-BC, Board Certified Music Therapist- Available for IEP evaluations, one-to-one and group music therapy sessions to foster social skills, language and communication skills. Teacher training for music educators on appropriate adaptations and special educators who wish to use music-based prompts to enhance teaching. (206)542-5808
Neurodevelopmental & Sensory Integrative Therapy
Bridget Sachse MS/OTR/L, YT- Pediatric Neurodevelopmental & Sensory Integrative Therapies Services as well as Yoga Teacher for the special child
5901 Roosevelt Way NE
Suite 101C
Seattle WA, 98105
(206)383-1162
Susan McNutt OTR/L- Pediatric Neurodevelopmental & Sensory Integrative Therapies Services. (360)398-2772
Nautrapathic Medicine
Hatha Gbedawo, ND Vital Kids Medicine (206)782-1337
Vision Therapy / Developmental Optometrists
Dr. Mary E. Baker, O.D.In Sight Vision Therapy (425)638-0700
Dr. Curtis R. Baxstrom, M.A., O.D Northwest Vision and Learning Center (253)661-6005
Dr. Neena Gabrielle, O.D., FCOVD Eastside Family Vision Care (425)820-2143 Dr. Kathleen M.Kinney, O.D. Family Optometry and Vision Therapy (206)624-0737
Dr. Theodore S. Kadet, O.D., FCOVD- The Doctors of Optometry at Hope Clinic. (425)462-7800
Dr. Karen Preston - Northwest Pediatric Eye Care (425)732-6056
Dr. Amy Riskedahl, O.D.- Sammamish Vision Center. (425)391-1116
Dr. Nancy Torgerson, FCOVD-
Alderwood Vision Therapy Center.
(425)771-5113
Educational Recources
Integrative Tutoring Services
Mary Jane Brown, MSW, ASCW, Specializing in ADD, ADHD, Dyslexia and Learning Disabilities, Visual Processing Skills, and Study and Organizational Skills. (425)885-6636
Youth Mentorship Services
Paul Rathgeb, "Nanny Daddy" provides compassionate care centered on meeting the natural development needs and intrinsic interests of young people.
Schools and Educational Programs
Therese Holliday- The Wyatt Holliday Foundation
Helping families of children with special needs through advocacy, education and support. (360)507-0944
Other Products and Services: Weighted Blankets, Lap Pads and Vests - Providing custom made weighted
blankets, lap pads, and vests; useful for individuals with Autism, ADHD,
sensory processing difficulties or sensory integration dysfunction. An
affordable and individualized alternative to other products on the
market.
eLearningOne.com - Comprehensive eLearning resource directory and blog.
dyslexia.resourceaid.com - Resource site for everything to do with dyslexia. Full of newsletters, articles, links and other resources - ALL FREE - in one easy to navigate site to save time and money.
Medical
Equipment Information and Resources - Everything you want to
know about medical equipment and where to find the best deals.
Sensory - Integration
and Tomatis -Effect Listening Services - In Northern Germany.
Health4Search.com -
Health Directory and Fitness Resource
CreatingVitality.com
- Seattle Healing Arts Center
Noodles Corner- Weighted Blankets and Accessories for children and adults with autism, FAS, an dother developmental disabilities.
409 York Street #1011 Bellingham, WA (360)773-7589.
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