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Feb 2023
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#242 - The Overstimulated Parent's Guide...

Rachel Harrington, COTA/L, AC & Jessica Hill, COTA/L
About this episode
Larissa Geleris, MS, OTR/L, is a licensed occupational therapist specializing in identifying and treating sensory processing dysfunction. She is passionate about supporting parents who are experiencing overstimulation, overwhelm, and dysregulation. She has written multiple courses, has been a guest on several podcasts, and runs an Instagram platform that pro ... Show More
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