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Through sensory therapy, we help children feel safe in their world, so they can explore it with joy and confidence.
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Helping Children Regulate, Focus, and Feel Safe in Their Bodies and Environments
Some children seem overly sensitive to sounds, textures, movement, or light, while others appear under-responsive, constantly seeking movement or pressure. These sensory processing differences can affect behaviour, learning, emotions, and everyday activities.
Sensory Integration Therapy (SIT) helps children understand, organise, and respond to sensory input in a more balanced and adaptive way.
Dr. Sathiya Ganesan, Consultant in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, collaborates with occupational therapists to provide sensory-informed care that supports emotional regulation, attention, and everyday functioning in children with sensory challenges.
Understanding Sensory Integration Therapy
Helping the Brain Make Sense of the Senses
Sensory Integration Therapy is designed to help children who have difficulty processing and responding to sensory input from their environment. This may involve touch (tactile), sound (auditory), movement (vestibular), body awareness (proprioception), and visual or smell sensitivity.
SIT is beneficial for children with:
- Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD)
- ADHD or attention difficulties
- Developmental delays
- Emotional dysregulation and behavioral challenges
- Learning difficulties related to sensory needs
When a child can’t process sensory input properly, it can lead to meltdowns, anxiety, poor focus, or withdrawal. Sensory therapy helps them feel safe and in control.
Signs a Child May Benefit From Sensory Integration Therapy
- Overreacts to sound, light, textures, or movement
- Avoids messy play, grooming, or certain clothes
- Constantly seeks movement, spinning, jumping, or crashing
- Has frequent meltdowns when routines change or overstimulated
- Trouble sitting still, focusing, or following instructions
- Appears clumsy, uncoordinated, or unaware of body in space
- Displays emotional outbursts tied to sensory input
These behaviors are not disobedience — they are signs of a nervous system struggling to regulate sensory information.
What Happens in Sensory Integration Therapy?
Dr Sathiya Ganesan’s care team includes certified occupational therapists who provide structured, play-based therapy using:
- Swings, climbing structures, and balance boards
- Brushing, weighted blankets, and tactile play
- Deep pressure and proprioceptive activities
- Sound therapy and visual tracking tasks
- Sensory bins, textures, and resistance tools
- Movement-based tasks to organize the nervous system
Therapy is child-led but guided, fun yet therapeutic. The goal is to help children develop self-regulation, body awareness, and confidence in everyday tasks.
Benefits of Sensory Integration Therapy
- Improves emotional regulation and reduces meltdowns
- Enhances attention, memory, and classroom focus
- Builds motor coordination and body awareness
- Reduces sensory defensiveness and anxiety
- Supports social skills and peer interaction
- Promotes independence in dressing, eating, and grooming
As sensory systems become more balanced, children feel more calm, connected, and in control of their responses.
Integrating SIT With Holistic Psychiatric Care
Dr. Sathiya Ganesan integrates Sensory Integration Therapy into broader care for children with:
- Autism and neurodevelopmental disorders
- ADHD and behavior regulation issues
- Mood and anxiety disorders with sensory triggers
- Trauma history that affects sensory perception
By combining SIT with occupational therapy, psychiatry, speech therapy, and family support, children receive a complete, individualized plan.
Collaboration With Schools and Classrooms
Dr. Ganesan supports school involvement by:
- Sharing sensory profiles and classroom strategies
- Recommending seating, fidget tools, or breaks
- Educating teachers on sensory needs and behaviors
- Helping integrate therapy tools into learning plans
This promotes inclusion, focus, and reduced anxiety in academic settings.
Online Support and Therapy Planning
While sensory therapy is hands-on, Dr. Sathiya Ganesan offers online consultations to:
- Review progress and adjust plans
- Train parents on home tools and routines
- Guide behavioral and emotional support
- Coordinate with therapists and educators
Why Choose Dr. Sathiya Ganesan for Sensory Integration Support?
With deep expertise in child development, behavior, and emotional health, Dr. Sathiya Ganesan ensures that sensory needs are not ignored — but understood, supported, and addressed with care. His therapy plans are:
- Developmentally appropriate
- Rooted in clinical evidence and sensory science
- Tailored to each child’s comfort and learning style
- Focused on real-life improvements and emotional growth
Help Your Child Feel Calmer, Safer, and More in Control
If your child struggles with sound, touch, movement, or attention, sensory therapy can make a life-changing difference. Contact Dr. Sathiya Ganesan today to explore Sensory Integration Therapy as part of a personalised plan for developmental and emotional well-being.
Is Sensory Integration Therapy only for children with autism?
No. While common in autism care, it also benefits children with ADHD, anxiety, trauma, or sensory processing issues without a formal diagnosis.se with ADHD, anxiety, or learning issues.
How long does therapy take to show results?
Some children improve in weeks; others may need ongoing support. Progress depends on the severity and consistency of therapy and routines.
Can I do sensory therapy at home?
Yes. With training and support, parents can use simple sensory tools and activities at home. Dr. Ganesan provides personalized sensory plans.
How do I know if my child has sensory processing issues?
If your child is unusually sensitive, avoidant, or constantly seeking movement or pressure — a sensory evaluation is recommended.
Can sensory challenges cause emotional or behavioural problems?
Yes. Sensory overload or misinterpretation can lead to meltdowns, anxiety, or shutdowns. Therapy helps reduce these reactions.
