Christina Handorff

Created age-appropriate, stimulating activities based on children’s interests and developmental level (fine motor development, reading/writing, math, art, music, etc).

Developed and implemented self-regulation/emotional strategies surrounding zones of regulation, “big feelings”, size of the reaction vs. size of the problem, and more, to increase functional communication skills and emotional awareness in young children.

Created and assigned individualized jobs around the house and in the community to foster independence and build confidence.

Managed schedules and drove client to doctor's appointments

Bathed, dressed, fed and groomed client unable to do so alone.

Created a safe, calm and predictable enviroment that reduced agitation and over-stimulation

Provided emotional support and implemented de-escalation tactics when necessary.

Developed personalized games and activities to keep client engaged and motivated. Adapted such activities often as the client's needs changed.

Lead the transition to virtual learning during the pandemic.

Designed and created behavior regulation/self-monitoring visuals and earning charts for child to gain self-awareness and obtain reinforcement for positive skills.

Created individualized Occupational Therapy activities that followed the child's IEP

Created and maintained a private functional work space in the home that allowed the child to efficiently engage in virtual learning.