Play Cafés have traditionally been short in-person workshops for learning and networking and are one of the many BCPTA member perks. We now hold some Play Cafés virtually to increase access for our members outside of the Lower Mainland.  We hope that you can join us!

*This event is for learning enrichment and connection – No Continuing education credits are being provided.*

Supporting Our Sensory Kids

A Virtual Play Café Event!

Presented by Dr. Nareeta Stephenson

Friday, April 11th, 2025

9:30am – 11:30am

Please register by no later than April 9th or sooner preferably

This presentation invites you to explore the fascinating world of neurodevelopment through the lens of the senses, sparking meaningful discussions around strategies to support sensory challenges.

In our time together Dr. Nareeta will touch on:

• Neuro development in a nutshell
• Primitive reflexes
• Movements and milestones
• Sensory system basics
• Ways to incorporate sensory needs into therapy

Who May Benefit from this Play Café:

Anyone who may be interested in learning about this topic. This may be students, child therapists, play therapists, family therapists, psychologists, social workers, school counsellors, and other mental health professionals working with children, adolescents, and families. No prior play therapy knowledge is necessary.

About the Presenter:

Dr. Nareeta Stephenson, is a chiropractor and owner of Strawberries and Sunshine Wellness Collective in Port Coquitlam. Even as a child Dr. Nareeta’s goal was to support children, moms and families find natural solutions to health and healing. Fascinated by the science and intricacy of the human body she went on to graduate from Macquarie University in Sydney, Australia with a Bachelor of Science and a Masters of Chiropractic in 2001.

Dr. Nareeta returned to Canada and not long after starting practice in Port Coquitlam, she and her husband, Rob, welcomed boy-girl twins and balancing babies and business became the norm. In the past 23 years Dr. Nareeta’s practice has evolved from running all aspects of the business herself to building a multi-disciplinary centre.

Her journey as a mom led Dr. Nareeta into the world of neurodevelopmental disorders. Inspired by her own family’s healing journey, she is now devoted to helping these kids and their families. While Dr. Nareeta is not a fan of labelling, she has first-hand experience and knowledge of neurodevelopmental disorders and how extremely difficult they can be for everyone who loves and lives with the person affected. They not only affect the child, but also often wreak havoc on the entire family’s wellness.
Through chiropractic, community and solutions to optimize everyone’s health, Dr. Nareeta’s goal is to provide hope and healing for the whole family!

To find out more about Dr. Nareeta Stephenson, click here.