Sharon Y. Mandeville-Edlin is a Pediatric Occupational Therapist with over 27 years of experience who deals with ADHD, dyslexia, and a sensory processing disorder/retained reflexes herself. This gives her a unique insight into the kids she has the privilege of working with each day. She also has two kids of her own who had their own set of special needs when they were younger. That is why she wrote 'The Dragonfly Approach.' This book is a must-read guideline for all parents with or without kids with special needs. It is specially written for parents who have received a diagnosis for their child and need to know what to do next. (Please note, 'The Dragonfly Approach' has two editions. The second edition has just been released.) She is also a certified nutritional therapist recognizing the utmost importance of what we put into our bodies.
She has worked in nearly every pediatric setting including the NICU, acute care, in and outpatient clinics, early intervention, school systems, and in her private practice. This private practice is located in her converted garage the kids lovingly call 'Oz' and never want to leave. They often ask her if they can have their birthday party there as well as sleep-overs with their friends.
Sharon will tell you that she has the greatest job in the world that isn't a job at all, but an incredibly fun and fulfilling passion. It's not every day someone finds their purpose on this beautiful plant but she thanks God every day that she has.
When she's not 'OT-ing,' she is taking care of her blended family of 7, walking or riding her bike in the great outdoors, reading any book she can get her hands on, or writing women's fiction. The women's fiction book she is most proud of is titled 'A Change of Plans,' the first in her 'Changes' series, written in her pen name as Sharon Y. Edlin out now on Amazon. The second book in her 'Changes' series is called, 'The Boiled Frog,' which can also be found on Amazon. She is currently working on the third book in her 'Change' series, titled 'Going In Blind,' where she is spinning a tale centered around Ben, one of the most loved characters in her first book of this series.
Her business website with loads of valuable information can be found at:
www.dragonflypediatricot.com
