Think of me as your peds OT friend in your back pocket, the one you wish you could text to ask, “Is this a sensory thing or just a phase?” or “Why does bedtime fall apart every single night?” I’m Sam, a pediatric occupational therapist and the founder of Rooted & Regulated OT. I help parents of dysregulated kids, from toddlers to tweens, understand what their child’s nervous system needs, so they can respond with confidence and build a calmer, more connected home.
Diagnosis or not, if you’re trying to make sense of big feelings and hard moments, you’re welcome here. My approach is evidence-backed, nervous-system-informed, and neurodiversity-affirming. It’s built around three ideas: behavior is communication, sensory support works best when it’s woven into everyday life, and co-regulation, connection, and play are some of the most powerful tools you have.
I focus on meltdowns, sensory needs, emotional regulation, and the moments that tend to fall apart, like mornings,...
