Rooted Senses

Gentle nervous system support for a calmer, more connected life._{Nervous system regulation • Sensory support • Somatic tools • Co-regulation guidance
Wellness-based practice in Independence, Oregon}

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Welcome – I'm AmyRooted Senses is a gentle space for children, adults, and families who feel overwhelmed by the pace of life and want to feel calmer, safer, and more connected in their daily rhythms.I support sensitive nervous systems through sensory awareness, somatic grounding, breath, rhythm, and simple home rituals that bring the body back into steadiness.Together, we learn what helps you feel regulated, what overwhelms you, and how to create an environment and routine that feels safe, supportive, and peaceful.My approach is warm and nurturing — grounded in presence, attunement, compassion – holding the belief that everyone deserves to feel safe in their body.This is a space where your nervous system is honored, not judged.
A space where you are met with softness, understanding & safety.

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What I Do

Hi- I'm AmyI support children, families, and sensitive adults through gentle sensory–somatic practices that help the nervous system feel calm, safe, and connected.My approach is shaped by 13 years of experience as a pediatric occupational therapist, specializing in sensory integration, co-regulation, emotional development, and family-centered care. Over time, I realized not only children, but parents and adults also need compassionate nervous system support.That is the heart behind Rooted Senses.I blend sensory awareness, somatic grounding, interoception, breath, movement, rhythm, co-regulation, and mindful home rituals to help you and your child feel understood, supported, and regulated.My work is rooted in warmth and presence — guided by curiosity about what your unique nervous system needs to feel understood & safe.These sessions are not therapy and do not provide clinical assessment or treatment — they are wellness-based, educational, and supportive.

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What I Offer

Choose the type of support that best fits your needs.
All sessions are available virtually or in-home near Salem, Oregon.

How Sessions Work

•Sessions take place virtually or in-home (Salem, OR area).
• Intake and consent are emailed after booking & completed before your first session.
• Each session blends sensory support, somatic tools, nervous system education, and co-regulation modeling.
• You'll receive simple, realistic tools & practices for home.• This work is not psychotherapy or medical treatment. No diagnosis, insurance billing, or medical treatment is provided.

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Virtual & (local) in-home/community sessions offered.You’ll receive a gentle intake and consent form after booking.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1) Is this therapy?
No, Rooted Senses provides sensory and somatic nervous-system support. This is not psychotherapy or mental-health treatment. While my background informs my approach, sessions are not OT treatment and do not include diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, or insurance billing codes.2) Can my child be involved?
Yes, parent–child sessions allow us to observe patterns and practice co-regulation together.3) Can you tell me more about the optional Safe & Sound Protocol program mentioned?
Yes, I am trained in SSP and iLs. I offer SSP as a nervous-system support tool within a wellness framework. SSP is a listening-based program used to support emotional balance, regulation, and connection—not to diagnose or treat sensory or medical conditions. They are optional add-ons to sessions for deeper nervous system support, when appropriate. Please reach out for more details.5) Do you take insurance?
No, all sessions are private pay.6) Is this Sensory Integration therapy?
No, while I am trained in Sensory Integration, Rooted Senses does not provide evaluation of, administer standardized assessments for, diagnose, or provide intervention for Sensory Processing Disorder or other medical diagnoses. I solely provide support for sensory and nervous system regulation. If you are looking for these services, please reach out to a practitioner that is trained in providing Sensory Integration services in a location appropriate for such services.

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