Children in Motion

Children in Motion Pediatric Occupational Therapy practice specializing in sensory processing disorder

At Children In Motion we've spent the last 30+ years helping children build the skills they need to thrive in their everyday lives. Our specialty lies in the treatment of sensory processing, however we also help children who are having trouble with handwriting skills, strength & motor coordination, motor planning, balance, self regulation, social/communication skills. Additionally we collaborate on a regular basis with other professionals & schools to create materials & educational resources that can be used to build inclusive environments for uniquely wired minds. Aside from providing individual therapy, our services include parent coaching, telehealth, animal assisted therapy & animal assisted interventions, school consultations, evaluations & testing, and workshops. You can find all of our free resources + more on our website at www.childreninmotion.com

02/20/2026

Please let us know what are the questions (or thoughts!) that come to mind when your child is having a hard time dealing with their emotions?

If you are looking for support with frequent meltdowns, we'd love to help help you! The best way to reach out to us is b...
02/18/2026

If you are looking for support with frequent meltdowns, we'd love to help help you! The best way to reach out to us is by filling out our contact form. I also suggest you head to our blog - we have a lot of really great information about regulation to help you on your journey.

02/17/2026

Have you heard of co-regulation before? Let us know what your thoughts are in the comments! What questions, opinions, or personal experiences can you share?

It's easy to get caught up in the middle of a meltdown & want to give up. You may feel like you can't do anything right....
02/13/2026

It's easy to get caught up in the middle of a meltdown & want to give up. You may feel like you can't do anything right. That no matter what you say, your child will continue to yell & shout & say mean things to you.

When your child is in the middle of a meltdown, their thinking brain is offline. They are not able to think clearly. Their nervous system is stuck in survival mode. They are completely overwhelmed.

In these trying moments, it's important to remember these things. That your child is not giving you a hard time, they are having a hard time. They need you to share your calm. As hard as it may be.

Curios about how to do that? Head to our latest blog post to learn more about co-regulation & how to use co-regulation to support your child.

https://childreninmotion.com/2026/01/26/helping-kids-handle-big-emotions-co-regulation-strategies-for-parents/

02/11/2026

Signs your child needs your help to regulate their emotions -

- furrowed eyebrows
- rosey/flustered cheeks
- big, wide eyes with tears building
- quivering lips
- clenched fists
- lack of communication
- uncontrolled or unpredictable body movements

Basically you are looking for signs of big emotions. When you notice these signs, it’s time to turn on your co-regulation skills.

Learn how to co-regulate with your child by reading our latest blog post!

02/09/2026

What muscle work activities are you going to try first?!

Raise your hand if you've ever been in public when your child has a meltdown or causes a scene. It happens to the best o...
02/09/2026

Raise your hand if you've ever been in public when your child has a meltdown or causes a scene. It happens to the best of us! But here's the thing - children don't automatically understand how to handle the big emotions they are feeling in those moments.

This is where co-regulation comes into play.

Through co-regulation you can help teach your child how to manage their big emotions. Want to learn more about co-regulation?

Head to our blog to read our latest post - Helping Kids Handle Big Emotions: Co Regulation Strategies for Parents https://childreninmotion.com/2026/01/26/helping-kids-handle-big-emotions-co-regulation-strategies-for-parents/

Want ideas for strategies you can use to calm your child's nervous system before they sit down to eat? Head to our blog ...
02/06/2026

Want ideas for strategies you can use to calm your child's nervous system before they sit down to eat? Head to our blog and read our latest post about all things .

02/05/2026

Parents of children who struggle with are tough! But that doesn’t mean you don’t need support. We’d love to support and encourage you & your child through this challenging time. Reach out at the link in our bio to get started!

Does your child need support with their ? We'd love to support them. Head to our website to reach out & get more inform...
02/02/2026

Does your child need support with their ? We'd love to support them. Head to our website to reach out & get more information!

01/30/2026

Which of these food hacks are you going to try first?

Need support with your picky eater? Fill out the contact form at the link in our bio to get your child professional supp...
01/28/2026

Need support with your picky eater? Fill out the contact form at the link in our bio to get your child professional support from a team of supportive, experienced medical professionals.

Address

8735 Dunwoody Place Suite 3
Atlanta, GA
30350

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 3pm

Telephone

+17707989844

Website

http://www.theteachersot.com/

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Moving for Success: Our Story

Hello! I’m Michaelene Kearney and I’m the founding OT behind Children In Motion. I grew up in the Chicago area- Lombard, IL. I have three girls, three pups, and believe you can never have too much wine! I founded CIM because I love enabling children to be their best selves. It’s our mission at Children In Motion to empower children to thrive at home, in school, and in their communities. I love getting to know every child I work with and being able to problem solve solutions with them and their families.

As you can see, pictured above with me is one of my pups, Sadie, who I trained to be CIM’s very own therapy dog. She comes to my gym once a week and also is a huge part of our reading program Bark Buddies. Want to know more about us? Go check out our website at www.childreninmotion.com