“My gameplay overall feels more athletic. Now, I am able to move in a more fluid fashion.”

Unlocking the Inner Athlete

Our reflexes work to support the strengthening of our neural pathways and underpin our daily behavior, an important connection in our reflex integration work. In this more comprehensive review of our early reflexes, we’ll take a look at how immaturities may manifest in potential social, behavioral or even physical challenges as we develop.
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The Power of Choice

In this case study, the teenage client was dealing with extreme social anxiety, school refusal and separation challenges. By working toward integrating defensive reflexes and promoting client agency in our work, our sessions focused on fostering independence, self-initiative and a sensation of safety.
Child with backpack holding adult's hand.

Taking the Initiative

In this case study, the client suffered from overstimulation and touch issues at a young age, and as she developed, her fear manifested as indecision and anxiety in day-to-day activities. We worked to help prime her nervous system and provide a better baseline for things that previously were triggers.
Ice hockey player in action on rink.

Peak Performance

In this case study, a young athlete struggled with stress and frustration that was impacting his performance, not only at school but on the ice rink. Our work addressed active reflexes that were causing his overstimulation and anxiety, utilizing rhythmic movement exercises to channel his focus and calm.
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Our Vestibular System and Moro

In this case study, we examine how active Moro and immature TLR impacts a client’s vestibular processing. The young girl experienced moments of fear and dysregulation during everyday activities like driving in the car and taking a bath. Our mobility work gave her a greater sense of control over her body and comfort in her day.
Child upset outdoors with adult nearby.

Finding Calm in the Storm

In this case study, we see a client whose emotional distress and regulation challenges impact his entire household. With overactive FP and Moro reflexes, he tried unsuccessfully to self-soothe before Thrive led him on a gentle path toward safety and success.
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Finding His Voice

In this case study, our client and his family struggled for years without answers. Through his work at Thrive, he worked to ingrate his active fear paralysis and immature root/suck reflexes, which had resulted in both delayed speech progression and the need to self-soothe through chewing and mouthing behavior.
Child hugging adult's leg, looking scared.

Calming our Defensive Reflexes

In this case study, our young client was constantly on edge, prone to outbursts and overstimulation. Naps were a struggle and noises were too much. Once she started to work through relaxing her alert system with reflex integration exercises, even her teachers noticed the newfound comfort in her own skin.
Boy writing in a notebook, wearing glasses.

The Power of Cross-Body Connections

In this case study, a client was diagnosed with a form of convergent eye deviation called accommodative esotropia. By focusing on crossing movements during his sessions, he was able to create the foundation for those fine motor movements that rehearse and integrate reflexes supporting his binocular vision and vestibular system.
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Breaking Down School Refusal

In this case study, school refusal and social anxiety emerged for the client around age ten. We worked through his withdrawal, or retreating behavior rooted in his active fear paralysis, to build upon confidence and social engagement