Marta

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Marta is a highly experienced Physical Therapist with over 24 years of professional experience supporting children and individuals with additional needs, particularly those with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Sensory Processing Difficulties, and developmental immaturity.
She holds a Master’s Degree in Special Physical Education and is a Certified Ayres Sensory Integration® Therapist (ASI). Marta is also a Licentiate of INPP (Institute for Neuro-Physiological Psychology), specialising in neuro-motor development and reflex integration.
Marta works holistically, designing individualised therapy programmes and adapting evidence-based therapeutic approaches to meet each child’s unique sensory, motor, and emotional needs.


Education & Professional Certifications:
  • Master of Education in Special Physical Education
  • Certified Ayres Sensory Integration® Therapist (ASI)
  • INPP Neuro-Motor Immaturity Therapist (Reflex Integration Programme). 
  • Certified Bilateral Integration Therapist (Sheila M. Dobie OBE Method)
  • Early Years Teacher (EYT)
  • Certified Inclusion Coordinator (INCO)

Courses:
  • EASI – Evaluation in Ayres Sensory Integration® (Assessment Training)
  • Supporting the Development of Children with Specific Learning Difficulties - Sally Goddard Blythe's School Intervention Program based on reflex integration and the assessment of neuro-motor readiness for learning through the INPP screening test
  • The SOSI-M and COP-R: Theory, Administration and Scoring
  • Assessment and therapy of Sensory Integration for young children (ages 0-3)
  • Sensory integration from a Physiotherapy Perspective
  • Therapy plans in Sensory Integration Therapy
  • Assessing Sensory Integration Disorders in Children with Autism: Fundamentals of Using the SI Method in Therapeutic Treatment for Autistic Children  
  • Vestibular stimulation with the inclusion of visual and auditory activities
  • A child with ASD in an early years setting and in school
  • Friendly Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Handwriting Without Tears 
  • PECS - Picture Exchange Communication System
  • MAKATON language - the sign and symbol language for special needs education
  • VIG - Video Interaction Guidance
Work Experience:
  • Physical Therapist 
    • Provided physical therapy services to individuals with special educational needs
    • Developed individual therapeutic and educational programs in various physical therapies, including Sensory Integration therapy, Christopher Knill therapy, Veronica Sherborn therapy, remedial/corrective exercises, rehabilitation by movement, aquatic rehabilitation, and skiing, sailing training for special needs individuals.
  • Sensory Integration Therapist 
    • Delivered sensory integration therapy to individuals with sensory processing difficulties to improve their functional abilities, including motor coordination, balance, and overall sensory processing. 
  • INCO Inclusion Coordinator
    • Coordinated inclusion programs to ensure that individuals with disabilities have equal access to opportunities and resources.
    • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to promote inclusive practices and improve the lives of individuals with disabilities.
  • AIM teacher in early years education 
    • implemented the Access and Inclusion Model framework to provide children with disabilities access to quality early childhood education and support.
Skills:
  • Extensive experience as a physical therapist working with individuals with special educational needs
  • Ability to adapt conventional teaching methods to meet the needs of individuals with special needs
  • Strong understanding of the needs of individuals with disabilities
  • First-level couch of Video Interaction Guidance to support families and professionals with attuning to child's and adult's emotional needs.