The OT Brunch: Sensory Integration In Nature Settings

Thursday, May 6, 2021
9:00 AM 10:30 AM 09:00 10:30

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Join Kaya Lyons to discuss the concepts and considerations of implementing sensory-integration interventions in nature-based environments. As an incredibly passionate occupational therapist, international speaker, author and nature dweller, Kaya embodies the knowledge and evidence base that underpins a nature-based approach.

About The OT Brunch Series

The OT Brunch is a series of monthly online gatherings with health experts in the OT field, hosted by Lee Maitz OT. These brunches are an opportunity to come together with authenticity and connection as though we were sitting around a table, learning, sharing and collaborating.

Each month from February to November 2021, I will be hosting a virtual “brunch”, each with a guest speaker, an expert in our field, to share their knowledge and perspectives on a range of topics as a basis for discussion. Following each brunch, I have scheduled two Community of Practice sessions. The first session will be an opportunity to reflect and debrief. The second session will provide a platform to share and discuss ideas, activities and practice.

I welcome you to this space where we can come together with an open mind to learn, share and collaborate as we navigate our way on our OT journeys, and an opportunity to connect in a time that connection is so restricted.

Community of Practice Dates for this OT Brunch:

Community of Practice 1: May 11, 2021 | 9am (Sydney, NSW time) | Online event

Community of Practice 2: May 20, 2021 | 9am (Sydney, NSW time) | Online event

See the full schedule and purchase your seat at one or all of The OT Brunches.

Featured Expert Bios:

Kaya Lyons is a dynamic Occupational Therapist who is driven to support children to thrive in life as unique individuals. Kaya is the director of Active OT For Kids and Camp Reset aiming to provide services that make a difference. She values nature, culture and connection and is a national and international speaker at conferences on a variety of topics including the role of nature-based therapy.

She has extensive training and experience working with children with autism, trauma, physical disabilities, genetic disabilities, emotional and behavioural disorders, global developmental delays, and specific learning difficulties. Kaya’s professional skills provide a platform for her to work with babies through to adolescents with complex needs.

She values the importance of play, attachment and being active. As a mother of three children she also understands the constant challenge to find balance in life.

Your Host:

Lee Maitz is an Occupational Therapist supporting children and families with a range of developmental challenges. She has taught and hosted many workshops and taught the Occupational Therapy course at Southern Cross University. Lee is dedicated to providing cutting-edge professional development opportunities as a basis for therapists to connect, inspire and share as they navigate their roles in supporting children and families.