Roots & Reflections

by Lisa Haverly, Nature Based Occupational Therapist

  • Dec 6, 2025

How Ear Infections Can Affect Body Awareness

A history of chronic ear infections can impact body awareness and contribute to sound sensitivity. Nature can support us in strengthening the inner ear muscles.

  • Nov 14, 2025

Beyond the Binary: Reclaiming the Full Scope of Occupational Therapy in a Polarized World

As pediatric occupational therapists, we are living in an era where conversations about neurodiversity, intervention, “harm,” and professional identity have become deeply polarized.

  • Jul 11, 2025

🌲The Power of Nature: Evidence-Based Interventions for Autistic Children

Autistic individuals supported by nature.

  • Free

🌲 My path to becoming a nature based practitioner...

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  • 1 Lesson

How one OT became a nature based OT.... ** I apologize that my head is cut off on the recording! Take a front-row seat as Lisa shares her personal path — from traditional work models to building a thriving, grounded, and deeply effective nature-based practice. This isn’t just a story — it’s a behind-the-scenes look at how nature became her co-therapist, her business partner, and her most consistent guide.