by Kelly Beins | Jul 4, 2022 | For Clinicians, Polyvagal Theory, Sensory Processing Disorder
I’ve been fascinated by engagement for many years, and not the married kind. I mean the human neurobiological functional kind. I’ll discuss the hard task of defining engagement shortly. I think my fascination began when shortly after completing my SI...
by Kelly Beins | Jun 9, 2022 | For Clinicians, Polyvagal Theory
I remember the first time I heard the term “co-regulation,” over 6 years ago. I was working with the family of a very lively 4 year old who had tactile sensitivities, extreme seeking behaviors and high high anxiety. Screaming meltdowns, poor sleep as well...
by Kelly Beins | May 9, 2022 | Polyvagal Theory
“Isn’t Polyvagal Theory” just a theory? Yes. It is. And…? The real question people seem to be asking when they ask me this question is, “What if it’s wrong?” and the story I hear behind this question (conscious or not) is, “If I...
by Kelly Beins | Dec 22, 2021 | For Clinicians, Polyvagal Theory
What does curiosity have to do with Polyvagal Theory and how does it impact our clinical reasoning? In short, curiosity makes us vulnerable. Vulnerability means reason MIGHT be more difficult or unreachable. In her new and recently released book, “Atlas of the...
by Kelly Beins | Nov 3, 2021 | For Clinicians, Polyvagal Theory
“Is there anything you are doing lately that feels “just right?” This conversation I had with Kim Barthel, who is a world-renowned occupational therapist, speaker, author, instructor, and consultant is something that truly makes me smile! One big...
by Kelly Beins | Mar 24, 2021 | For Clinicians, Polyvagal Theory, Sensory Processing Disorder
Being “brave” looks different to different people and as occupational therapists (OTs) we get the honor of seeing what brave looks like, every single day. I won’t share details of this particular photo now but suffice it to say, this little friend...
