In this highly informative episode, we dive deep into pediatric occupational therapy, sensory processing disorder, and neuroscience-informed strategies with expert OT Katie Hamlin-Pacheco. Katie shares her journey from skepticism to mastery, demonstrating how understanding the neuroscience of sensory processing can revolutionize your approach to helping children regulate, feel safe, and reach their full potential.

Learn about innovative techniques such as her science-based dressing protocol, neuroplasticity, sensory regulation, and the application of Polyvagal Theory in clinical practice. Katie emphasizes the importance of sensory integration, sensory health, sensory processing strategies, and creating positive sensory associations. She explains how to support emotional regulation, manage sensory overload, and improve daily routines like dressing using neuroscience and sensory modulation techniques.

Whether you're an occupational therapist, pediatric therapist, parent, or healthcare professional, this episode provides practical, science-backed tips on sensory processing, sensory integration therapy, childhood development, sensory diet, sensory regulation techniques, and neuroplasticity for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), sensory processing disorder (SPD), or behavioral challenges.

About Katie Hamlin-Pacheco

Katie Hamlin-Pacheco is a highly regarded pediatric occupational therapist, author, and speaker specializing in sensory processing, neuroscience, and sensory integration therapy. With a deep passion for making complex brain science accessible, she has developed innovative, science-backed strategies that empower both clinicians and parents to support children’s sensory health and emotional regulation.

Katie’s expertise lies in translating neuroscience into practical tools that transform daily routines, such as dressing and transitions, into positive experiences for children. She is an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) clinical specialist and holds advanced certifications in neuroscience for mental health professionals. Her groundbreaking work, including a science-based dressing protocol, is transforming how therapists approach sensory challenges and behavior management.

As an author, Katie has shared her expertise through books and courses, helping countless families and clinicians understand the “why” behind children’s behaviors. Her ability to creatively integrate neuroscience, sensory processing, and everyday practice has established her as a thought leader and innovator in pediatric occupational therapy.

Brag Points:

• Creator of the acclaimed science-based dressing protocol, changing the way therapists and parents support dressing skills in children with sensory challenges.
• Recognized expert and speaker in sensory processing disorders and neuroscience, routinely inspiring clinicians worldwide.
• Published author, sharing practical, science-backed strategies to improve sensory regulation and mental health in children.
• Certified in neuroscience for mental health professionals and an ASD clinical specialist, bringing cutting-edge brain science directly into practice.
• Passionate about advancing occupational therapy practice by bridging research and real-world application to help children thrive and families feel confident.

Katie’s work continues to push the boundaries of pediatric sensory therapy, making her a respected leader, innovator, and educator in the field

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