SIRRI AZ Brain Training

by Laura
(Phoneix, AZ)

I have a nine year old son who has been diagnosed with asperger's syndrome. His father has been introduced to SIRRI and would like to have him go through this program. I am a little skeptical and am trying to find some more information on this alternative approach. Please let me know your thoughts and opinions.




Thanks, Laura



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Jul 21, 2021
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starstarstarstarstar 		Highly recommend!
by: Anonymous

I have had 3 of my kids go through SIRRI's program. We were at the end of our options for my special need son and since going through the program he has changed so much for the better. His speech has improved, his tantrums are drastically reduced and way more age appropriate. He is able to have more focus and more control over his body. Their program isn't a cure, but its like putting the outside of the puzzle together, everything else can come together with more ease.
Jul 11, 2017
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starstarstarstarstar 		SIRRI/BRAIN BALANCE
by: Anonymous

I would not recommend sensory training with an OT therapist unless they have had extensive training! Some only have a few days of training!

I'm not sure if I should do SIRRI or BRAIN BALANCE with my two children 15 ASD. Son 6 at risk for autism. I had the SIRRI consult. It made sense.

I talked to a parent who moved from Canada to do the program with his adopted son and had his daughter also did the program. He had good results with the sensory program. They work with you if you have lower income.

Brain balance seems very similar and they are way more expensive. Both have great reviews for autism and special needs children. They work on balancing brain, hearing, knowing we're your body is in space etc.

my son had a -5 with the hearing portion of the test positive 10 is normal for a 6yr old. He is distracted my the heightened sensory with his hearing. He is also dominant in one ear and his processing requires another step in the brain for language. They want to work on the weak ear and the part of the brain that needs to be strengthened.

I'm trying it. I've heard wonderful things. My son also has speech 2xweek and OT. He is higher functioning and very well behaved.
Jul 22, 2012
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starstarstarstarstar 		Sensory Integration vs. Sensory Stimulation
by: Anonymous

I am a sensory integration therapist who practices with Ayres sensory integration. Under Ayres sensory integration, the original sensory integration treatment, the child must actively participate in sensory experiences designed by a highly trained therapist in order to make real, lasting changes in how the brain processes sensory information.

The SIRRI approach uses sensory stimulation and does not require an active participation by the child. There is NO research to show that simply stimulating sensory systems make any lasting changes in the brain.

While with true sensory integration treatment, the child is an active participant in the sensory experience. There are mounds of research proofing the effectiveness of Ayres sensory integration. Just imagine after you go to a very stimulating event such as watching an IMAX movie that stimulates your visual, auditory, and vestibular system. You are a passive participant in the movie. You feel different for a while, but the effects are short termed, maybe just a few minutes or hours.

Sensory stimulation, such as at SIRRI, has no proven lasting effects. You are better off finding an occupational therapist who is certified in sensory integration. Then you will see real differences in your child.
Apr 13, 2012
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starstarstarstarstar 		Please tell me more
by: Anonymous

Please tell me more about what SIRRI AZ Brain Training is, and where I can find out more information about it. Has it helped? I am considering neurofeedback for my 5 year old son with sensory seeking behavior (which has lately gotten worse-more hitting, tantrums, saying mean things when we enforce the rules). However, I can find no information about neurofeedback being used for SPD, and it will be at least several thousand dollars. I want to know if it is likely to work.
Jan 27, 2010
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by: Anonymous

What exactly is SIRRI AZ Brain Training? Just curious. I have a 11 year old who is autistic disorder high-functioning.

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