Listen "What's Behind Your Kid's Behaviour?"
Episode Synopsis
Why is your child calm one minute and melting down the next—especially in the cereal aisle? Kate Mason, pediatric occupational therapist and parent coach Ivan Hardcastle peels back the layers of children's sensory processing challenges. From explaining why a child might seek comfort in a cat’s litter box to revealing the surprising power of parent-led therapy at home, Ivan helps decode the sensory triggers behind behavior. Kate and Ivan explore practical, compassionate tools that empower parents—not just professionals—to create real behavioral change. It’s not just about managing kids, but understanding them on a deeper, sensory level.Listen For6:41 The Power of Parent-Led Therapy at Home10:18 A Crash Course in Sensory Processing12:17 Behavior or Sensory Need Spotting the Difference2:04 Litter Boxes and Logic Strange But True Soothing Tactics22:43 The Bread-Throwing Child A Real-World Example30:19 Ivans Golden Tip Pause and Observe Leave a rating/review for this podcast with one clickConnect with guest: Ivan Hardcastle, Parent Coach and Occupational Therapist at Castle TherapyWebsite | LinkedIn Contact Kate:Email | Website | Kate’s Book on Amazon | LinkedIn | Facebook | X
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