In this talk filmed at the Thrive OT sensory gym, occupational therapist Miriam Manela talks about helping children who have "fits" when things don't go their way, learn to be more flexible. (Scroll … [Read more...] about Video: Can Demanding Children Become More Flexible?
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The Child Expert’s Secret
You are a parent who is also a teacher, child psychologist, pediatric social worker, therapist, or other type of pediatric expert. You've studied, trained and have done successful work with … [Read more...] about The Child Expert’s Secret
High Energy Kids Meet Low Energy Moms
It’s a fact: Even a mom who has tons of energy can appear tortoise-like when compared to her child. Imagine your nine-year old is kicking the furniture—hard. Or your five year-old is riding his … [Read more...] about High Energy Kids Meet Low Energy Moms
Video: The Parent-Child Dance Book Trailer 2
Miriam talks about The Parent-Child Dance: A Guide to Help You Understand and Shape Your Child's Behavior in this musical book trailer. … [Read more...] about Video: The Parent-Child Dance Book Trailer 2
Andy Just Couldn’t Sit Still…Even In The Classroom
In this video, Miriam Manela talks about Andy, a client who couldn't sit still and also had problems expressing himself, especially when he was feeling strong emotions. Miriam discusses the … [Read more...] about Andy Just Couldn’t Sit Still…Even In The Classroom
Special To Imamother: Interview With Miriam Manela
SPECIAL TO IMAMOTHER.COM: An Interview with pediatric behavior specialist, Miriam Manela, OTR, founder of Thrive Occupational Therapy and author of The Parent-Child Dance: A Guide to Help you … [Read more...] about Special To Imamother: Interview With Miriam Manela
Radio Interview With Miriam Manela
How is an OT's approach different from a mental health therapist? What are the 4 types of behavior types that cause challenges for parents and kids? Miriam Manela discusses those topics and more … [Read more...] about Radio Interview With Miriam Manela
Interview & My Integrative Approach To Behavioral Challenges
At 7:40 this morning (EST) on JM in the AM, Radio 91.1 FM (NY/NJ), 90.1 (Catskills), 91.9 (Rockland County), Miriam Manela will be interviewed by Nachum Segal. She'll speak about Behavioral … [Read more...] about Interview & My Integrative Approach To Behavioral Challenges
For Occupational Therapists, Students & Interns: Client-Therapist Relationships in Pediatric OT–An Integrative Approach
An Inside Look at Client-Therapist Relationships in Pediatric Occupational Therapy Using an Integrative Approach. This video is an excerpt from a lecture given by Miriam Manela to OT students at … [Read more...] about For Occupational Therapists, Students & Interns: Client-Therapist Relationships in Pediatric OT–An Integrative Approach