We’re back today with Anika’s story, Part 3. You can go back and read part 2 [here]. Today we’re going to be teaching her how her brain works, giving her parents some scripts to try, and building an in-the-moment toolkit for the next time a tooth feels wiggly. Why Bring Anika Into This At Al...

    Hello! And welcome back to Anika’s story. You can go back and read part 1 [here]. Today we’re going to focus on the oral sensitivities that were leading to Anika’s panic attacks and shut downs.  Oral Sensory Input The mouth is one of the most densely wired parts of the entire body. It's why ...

    Anika is 6, and by every account she's an easy kid at school. Rule follower. Loves routine. Thrives when she knows exactly what's coming next. No concerns in the classroom at all. At home is a different story, and that discrepancy is what prompted her parents to reach out. Here's what her pa...