With IEP meetings, last minute evaluations, holidays, fieldtrips, and statewide testing, great therapy planning often gets pushed to the lower rung of importance. Rather than lament over the difficulty to provide services, EMBRACE THE CHAOS! The month of May offers us a way to step out of our own shoes and experiment with different therapy styles. We can get
In his book, A Whole New Mind, Daniel H. Pink talks about the importance of finding meaning in what we do. When faced with the stress and pressure that comes from deadlines, especially at this time of year, it is easy to ask ourselves, what is it all for? I think that asking that question gives us a great opportunity
Have you ever noticed how much better and more rewarding therapy can be when sessions include play and laughter and are fun for kids? Some people believe strongly in the necessity to laugh/play and have even began attending laugh clubs. They are becoming more popular, and the best place for these may just be in the workplace. In the book
Empathy, a right brain activity, can be beneficial and critical to implement in both our professional and personal lives. Empathy requires activating our observational skills and attending to details to facilitate better understanding either of a client or colleague. Ultimately, if someone feels they are understood, the more apt they are likely give their all, try their hardest, collaborate and
In a recent staff development day, we filled out sheets on our coworkers based on how we perceive them in the following areas: My Highs, My Lows, My Frustrations, My Rewards. It was an activity to try to think about our coworkers from their points of view; increasing our empathy. It was nice to hear how our coworkers perceived us,
Does anyone know what the process is for getting a new Texas state license after your original has lapsed? Do you have to take the Praxis again? Those of you who have taken time off (to raise children, etc.) do you recommend letting your license lapse and later applying for a new license or keeping your license current while not
