Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2015
DOI
10.15241/egs.5.2.273
Publication Title
The Professional Counselor
Volume
5
Issue
2
Pages
273-292
Abstract
Sensory processing disorder is a complex neurological disorder affecting approximately 5–17% of the population, yet professional counselors often misunderstand and misdiagnose this disorder. A child’s academic, emotional and social functioning can be substantially impacted by sensory processing disorder; early diagnosis and treatment is crucial. In this article, the authors describe the disorder, discuss its impact on children and their families, and provide recommendations and resources for both mental health counselors and school counselors to utilize when serving this unique population with special needs. A case study is included, in addition to suggestions for treatment collaboration and advocacy on behalf of clients with sensory processing disorder.
ORCID
0000-0003-4129-3308 (Goodman-Scott)
Original Publication Citation
Goodman-Scott, E., & Lambert, S. F. (2015). Professional counseling for children with sensory processing disorder. The Professional Counselor, 5(2), 273-292. doi: 10.15241/egs.5.2.273
Repository Citation
Goodman-Scott, Emily and Lambert, Simone F., "Professional Counseling for Children With Sensory Processing Disorder" (2015). Counseling & Human Services Faculty Publications. 12.
https://digitalcommons.odu.edu/chs_pubs/12