5 Tips for Teletherapy Success

Are you new to using remote therapy for your child? Here are 5 tips to help have a successful teletherapy appointment.

1. Create a dedicated "space" for your child to have their  teletherapy sessions. There are some great ideas on how to do this on  social media and Pinterest. The top photo is a favorite of mine I saw on  Facebook last week and the other photo is a wonderful HTR Pediatric  Therapy client's space.
2. Headphones with a microphone are ideal for the child to wear  during the session. However, if you do not have any or have a child that  won't tolerate wearing headphones, make sure you keep the noise in the  room or rooms adjacent to where your child is doing therapy quiet and  noise free. Any background noise will be picked up during the session.  For example, an oscillating fan may not seem that loud to you but on the  therapist's end, it can sound like a freight train traveling through  your living room.
3. Visual timers can be very helpful if you have a child who  struggles with sitting still. It will help them track the length of the  session.
4. If your child is not completely comfortable with using a mouse on  the computer, make sure you stay close to help assist them to eliminate  frustration. 
5. Give positive feedback. Everyone likes encouragement. Sticker  charts, extra screen time, sweet treats, or extra time to play before  bedtime are a few ideas that can help keep your child motivated and  engaged in sessions. 

Keep it fun! Children watch their parents reactions, the more you talk it up, the more they will like it and look forward to it!

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