What does a child need to succeed when the internal or external environment seems overwhelming? Learn what you can do to help children, including the child with autism or sensory processing challenges, develop the skills necessary to cope in everyday situations.
Presenter: Melissa Armitage has been an occupational therapist, working in the field of pediatrics for over 15 years. She has a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from Virginia Commonwealth University. Her specialty areas include feeding, mental health, neurological conditions, and sensory integration. She is certified in sensory integration, Therapeutic Listening™, Interactive Metronome® and physical agent modalities. She is passionate about educating others regarding occupational therapy and her special areas of interest.