How Occupational Therapists can use Sensory Integration

If your client is struggling with controlling their responses to sensory input, coordinating their movements, or having difficulties participating in daily activities, it's essential to explore all the possible reasons for these difficulties. 

This is when you would assess your client's sensory processing and integration of sensory information.

With knowledge of sensory integration, you will be able to understand how your client's sensory processing may be affecting their movement and ability to participate in daily activities. Sensory processing forms the foundation for our daily functioning and greatly influences our experiences during everyday activities. 

The brain receives information from sensory receptors and translates it into appropriate motor and behavioural responses. By studying our SI Modules, you will learn about the significance of all senses and the importance of regulation in your everyday life. 

You will delve into the assessment and treatment of praxis, extending your knowledge beyond just sensory modulation. Both are key components that need careful consideration in the assessment and treatment of sensory processing and integration differences.

This training will broaden your perspective and enable you to incorporate new elements into your assessments, interventions, and clinical reasoning. It will have a substantial impact on your professional decision-making.

In summary:

  • Sensory processing is fundamental to our functioning and significantly impacts our everyday activities. The brain receives sensory messages and translates them into appropriate responses.
  • It's important to consider how your client's sensory processing may affect their movement and daily activities.
  • To effectively assess individuals, it is crucial to have the right skills and training.
  • Having qualified as an SI Practitioner, you will have the necessary tools to identify your client's sensory processing differences and find solutions to support their development.

Qualify as an SI Practioner

Explore a sensory integration-informed approach

An SI Practitioner is an OT, PT or SLT who has completed rigorous, specialised, post-graduate training in assessing and treating individuals with sensory integration and processing differences.