 Cat Young, OTR/L
“When I found the field of occupational therapy it encompassed all that I loved and admired about my grandfather who showed me what it meant to live a rich and meaningful life.”
Explore My Book on Self-Regulation
As an occupational therapist specializing in helping children, I wrote Pickles and Her Upstairs Brain to provide kids with a fun, engaging tool for understanding and managing their emotions. I wanted to create a story that would resonate with young readers and give them practical strategies for dealing with fear, anxiety, and big feelings in a way they can easily understand and relate to.
Pickles and Her Upstairs Brain: A Kid’s Guide to Controlling Emotions
Pickles and Her Upstairs Brain is a heartfelt children’s book that helps kids understand and manage their emotions. Through the story of a young girl named Amy, readers learn about the concept of the “Upstairs” and “Downstairs” brain. When Amy encounters a scared little pet rat named Pickles, she discovers practical ways to face her own fears and help others do the same. This engaging story is ideal for teaching children strategies for emotional control in a gentle, approachable way.
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 Marisa Bond, B.S. in Org. Leadership – Office Manager
“As the Office Manager at Kidabilities Therapies, I bring over 15 years of customer service experience and a passion for connecting with our families. I love helping both new and returning families feel supported and set up individuals for Neurofeedback sessions, which our clients swear by for relieving stress and anxiety. Knowing I can make a difference in their lives is truly rewarding. I’m also a creative at heart, with a love for designing and making everything visually appealing!”
 Heather McCurry, MSW
“Social work was the obvious choice for me in college because I could work in a field that valued people and helped them to navigate the systems they live in. I am truly grateful to work at Kidabilities because meaningful work is done every day by passionate people to help children and families.” |
