TEAM Sacred Self-Care

Description

Children mirror what they observe, making our self-regulation essential for their development. When caregivers prioritize their well-being, they foster stronger connections and create richer learning opportunities for those in their care. Kendra and Kristin combine faith-based wisdom with evidence-based practices to support your journey. Drawing from their expertise as Occupational Therapists and their Christian foundation, they offer practical daily tools that integrate prayer, scripture meditation, targeted movement exercises, and Trauma-Informed Care principles.

Presented by: Kristin Mathis & Kendra Worley

Kristin Mathis is a Pediatric Occupational Therapist specializing in sensory, learning, behavior, and attachment challenges in children. She holds a Family and Child Development degree from Oklahoma Baptist University and a Master of Occupational Therapy from Texas Woman’s University. Formerly the Weekday Director at FBC Carrollton, TX, Kristin is now completing her PhD in Child Development and Early Education and she teaches undergrad Child Development courses. Passionate about connecting research with practical solutions, her interests include self-regulation, play, attachment, conflict resolution, and fostering empathy in children, especially those from trauma or with behavioral challenges.

Kendra Worley, a Pediatric Occupational Therapist with over 20 years of experience, specializes in supporting children with special needs. She holds a B.S. in Kinesiology from LSU and a Master’s in Occupational Therapy from TWU, with a career spanning outpatient clinics, Early Childhood Intervention, and home health care. As founder of Skidamarink Kids and creator of the Tantrum Tamer App, Kendra empowers families with practical tools for child development and emotional regulation, blending professional expertise with her personal experience as a mother of children with special needs.