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Sensory Processing Challenges: Effective Clinical Work with Kids & Teens (Norton Professional Book) Hardcover – Illustrated, February 3, 2014

by Lindsey Biel (Author)
4.6 out of 5 stars 25 ratings
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Equipping clinicians with “sensory smarts” to treat their child clients.

Many children, teens, and even adults experience sensory processing challenges including out-of-proportion reactions to certain sensory experiences that most of us find commonplace. These challenges can range from mild to severe―from difficulty tolerating fluorescent lights and discomfort with certain clothing textures, to fight-or-flight reactions to unexpected or loud noises such as sirens or automatic hand dryers, or such strong oral sensitivities that the individual can tolerate eating just a few foods. They may struggle with one or more “sensory channels," or, more often, be quickly overwhelmed by the demand to process multisensory input (especially in busy environments with competing sights, sounds, and smells), leading to poor self-regulation, acting out, and tuning out.

Sensory challenges, sometimes referred to as Sensory Processing Disorder when they interfere with daily function, are frequently seen in tandem with autism, anxiety, attention disorders, oppositional defiant disorder, and other diagnoses.

This book equips clinicians with all the information they need to know to recognize and understand sensory sensitivities; connect the dots between behavior and underlying sensory processing problems; when to refer and collaborate with sensory processing professionals; and essential “sensory smart” strategies that can help clients feel and function at their best at home, in school, and in the community. 10 illustrations
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"This is a fantastic book for mental health professionals, physicians, and occupational therapists working with challenging kids and teens. Biel explains how our sensory system can signal that there’s a problem and describes clinical strategies for practitioners to incorporate. . . . Biel also highlights how parents can become more knowledgeable about their child’s needs, as well as how they can work more effectively with those professionals."
― PsychCentral

"Practically focused and well-written, Sensory Processing Challenges provides many strategies for assessment and management. It makes excellent use of a growing body of research in the field and will be an invaluable resource for occupational therapists, teachers, parents, and professionals."
― Fred R. Volkmar, MD, Chief of Child Psychiatry at Yale New Haven Hospital; Editor-in-Chief, Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders

"Sensory Processing Challenges clearly explains the often unrecognized connection between many behavior problems and sensitivity to sensory stimuli that the child simply cannot tolerate. When I was a child, some fabrics felt like sandpaper scraping against my skin and sudden loud noises hurt so much they made me scream. I know firsthand how distracting, disruptive, and painful sensory issues can be. Lindsey Biel provides loads of much-needed practical advice to help children with sensory challenges."
― Temple Grandin, author of The Autistic Brain and Thinking in Pictures

"Lindsey Biel is a priceless treasure for the SPD community! Sensory Processing Challenges breaks new ground by describing Sensory Processing Disorder with clarity, rigor, and a wealth of practical advice that will equip professionals in all disciplines to understand and to help children, adolescents, and adults with SPD. This is the one book on this topic that all of our colleagues in the child care professions must read."
― Brock L. Eide, MD, and Fernette F. Eide, MD, authors of The Mislabeled Child and The Dyslexic Advantage

"For the clinical psychologist, the school counselor, the speech-language pathologist, the pediatrician ― yes, for every professional working with “out-of-sync” children and adolescents ― this book is a jewel! Occupational therapist Lindsey Biel shines light on every facet of Sensory Processing Disorder. She illustrates how this neurological condition affects kids at work and play, at school and home. Her practical, fun, and specific suggestions will enable and encourage all pediatric experts to include sensory strategies in their practices."
― Carol Stock Kranowitz, M.A., author of The Out-of-Sync Child and The Out-of-Sync Child Has Fun

"With clarity and practicality, Lindsey Biel offers a best-practice handbook for understanding and working with children with sensory processing challenges, supporting and empowering them with strategies, tools, and resources. . . . [An] indispensable guide for professionals to foster resiliency, self-advocacy, and success in children and parents coping with sensory-related needs."
― Topher Collier, PsyD, ABSNP, Director of School Culture and Student Success; Clinical Psychologist and Neuropsychologist, Avenues; The World School

About the Author

Lindsey Biel, MA, OTR/L, is an occupational therapist with a private practice in New York City where she evaluates and treats children, teens, and young adults with sensory processing issues, autism spectrum disorders, and other challenges. She is co-author of the award-winning Raising a Sensory Smart Child: The Definitive Handbook for Helping Your Child with Sensory Processing Issues, with a foreword by Temple Grandin. She is also the author of Sensory Processing Challenges: Effective Clinical Work with Kids & Teens, co-created the Sensory Processing Master Class DVD program, and has authored two chapters in Dr. William Steele’s book Optimizing Learning Outcomes. She teaches workshops to parents, teachers, therapists, doctors, and others across the country. Visit Lindsey at sensorysmarts.com for downloadable checklists, articles, webcasts and more.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ W. W. Norton & Company; Illustrated edition (February 3, 2014)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 296 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0393708349
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0393708349
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.4 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.4 x 1 x 9.6 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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Lindsey Biel is an occupational therapist in New York City. She works with infants, toddlers, schoolage children, adolescents, and adults with sensory challenges, autism, physical disabilities, learning differences and other challenges. She is a popular speaker across the country and overseas, teaching parents, teachers, therapists, and others about how to support kids and teens, especially those with sensory difficulties.

Prior to becoming an OT 25+ years ago, Lindsey was a freelance writer. Her books, which have been translated into Spanish, Turkish, Polish, Chinese, Croatian, and other languages, are the culmination of her work as a therapist and a writer. She is on the advisory boards of the Guggenheim For All educational program, the Museum of the Moving Image's autistic media makers program, and the Gateway School of Mumbai, among others. Nonprofessional memberships include the National Coalition Against Censorship, the Jane Goodall Institute, and The Gorilla Foundation.

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  • Jami Lilo
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Parents Perspective - Please Read Mental Health Professionals
    Reviewed in the United States on October 7, 2015
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    I'm a fan of Lindsey Biel's previous work, so when I came across this title, I have to admit I was intimidated by the title, thinking it was just for professionals. As a parent, I want to know as much as possible about SPD to help my child (and myself), and so I bravely picked up Sensory Processing Challenges: Effective Clinical Work With Kids and Teens, and made it my summer reading project.

    The first part of the book is dedicated to recognizing sensory processing challenges. It's written for a therapists or professional, but speaks to parents as well, providing screening to use and many client examples. I found I was highlighting so many sections to reference that the entire section was yellow, meaning there is so much helpful information packed into the beginning.

    If Sensory Processing Disorder is new to you, by the end of this section you will be completely comfortable talking about the five known senses as well as proprioception, vestibular and introceptive senses. You'll know triggers that may be setting your child off and then how to provide help for your child (or client).

    Next she explores the strategies to work with clients. What I appreciated as a parent was seeing a bridge be built between therapists, including mental health professionals and occupational therapists. I can't even tell you how many hours I have spent trying to get the professionals working with my child onto the same page. What a welcomed revelation to have therapists take it upon themselves and know how to help children from more than one angle and by working together.

    Lindsey Biel lays out exactly how a mental health professional could incorporate sensory integration strategies into their practice. It's brilliant and reads very simple due to her concise breakdowns, with many, many ways to sooth clients so that they can work on their mental health without the sensory disruptions.

    Her chapter on Empowering Strategies for Parents is beyond helpful, arming the professional with tips and tools for parents, using many of her case examples, and enabling parents to decipher between forcing their children into uncomfortable sensory situations versus protecting too much. She gives compassionate advice to the parents without ever being judgmental or condescending, which is greatly appreciated. There is so much applicable information provided that I'm breaking it into a monthly program to trying new ideas with my son.

    She also covers working with the schools and helping the clients to empower themselves by taking control of their sensory environment. It's a one-stop-shop complete book that reaching into all aspects of your child's life. It is definitely a book I'd like my child's psychologist to read as well as his teachers. When we can all work together on a child's sensory system, it can make the most impact.

    Please ask me any questions about the book if I missed anything in my review. Kindest regards.
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  • Amy Feldman
    5.0 out of 5 stars Thank you again Lindsey!
    Reviewed in the United States on March 2, 2014
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    This book is another wonderful useful tool for both parents and professionals.
    With interesting case histories, the reader is transported to a place were she can feel right along with the "Sensory Challenged"
    individual.
    This book is a must read for Medical Professionals as well as Educators. Once again Lindsey sheds light and understanding on an too often misunderstood topic.
    It is written from a foundation of neuroscience paired with compassion and understanding.
    The convergence of the intellect and the heart.
    Amy Feldman, OTR/L Clinical Director of Sensational Therapies
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  • marypatrawlings
    2.0 out of 5 stars Not as I expected. I have read a lot ...
    Reviewed in the United States on April 27, 2015
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    Not as I expected. I have read a lot on sensory processing, work with many individuals who struggle with SPD and this book did not have anything that a simple search on the internet would have given you. I am a professional and this book doesn't shed any new light on the subject and in fact was not as thorough as I had anticipated.
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  • salsainchi
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2018
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    Great book for clinicians and others!
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  • Jude Spors-Murphy
    5.0 out of 5 stars I am an OT. It is a very comprehesive ...
    Reviewed in the United States on December 13, 2014
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    I am an OT. It is a very comprehesive book with loads of insight into sensory processing disorders.
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  • Sacha Griffiths
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in the United States on February 8, 2015
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    Very informative read and wonderful application
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  • Doc
    5.0 out of 5 stars Highly Informative for Clinicians and Parents
    Reviewed in the United States on June 25, 2019
    Sensory Processing Challenges: Effective Clinical Work with Kids and Teens is a must-read for any clinician who works with children (and even adults) with sensory processing issues. The “sensory smarts” perspective is essential for understanding the gifts and challenges of these child clients. This book provides practical and informative information for compassionate and insightful diagnosis and treatment. While written for clinicians, this book is extremely helpful for parents of children with sensory smarts, as well. Lindsey Biel’s first book, Raising a Sensory Smart Child, is also a fantastic resource for parents (and others) who have children with sensory sensitivities.
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  • Sicile-Kira
    5.0 out of 5 stars Necessary to understanding why people act the way they do, and how to help them.
    Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2014
    I loved Lindsey's first book, and this one is even better for educators, clinicians, support staff, anyone who works with children, teens, adults with autism. Great for parents as well; there is even is a section on Empowering Strategies for Parents.

    In my travels around the US to give presentations on autism, I am surprised by the number of educators and parents who still have not had the opportunity to learn about the connection between sensory processing and a person's ability to learn, communicate and do just about anything that most of us take for granted. This book connects the dots.

    Lindsey not only explains in plain language what sensory processing is all about, she provides real life examples provided by people on the spectrum who share their experiences with the reader. Filled with practical strategies, tips and explanations, this book is a must read for truly understanding what life is like for someone with sensory processing challenges, and how we can all make life livable - and more enjoyable - for them. Kudos and thanks to Lindsey for writing this extremely helpful book!
    - Chantal Sicile-Kira, founder of Autismcollege.com, Author of : Autism Spectrum Disorder (revised): The Complete Guide to Understanding Autism; A Full Life with Autism; Autism Life Skills; What is Autism?; Adolescents on the Autism Spectrum.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Arrived and presented just as stated. Passed it on ...
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 7, 2015
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    Arrived and presented just as stated. Passed it on to my son - re my grandson's autism. Just what we needed. Thanks
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