That Makes Sense OT:
Empowering Families Through Connection and Confidence
You want your child to eat with ease, explore food with curiosity, and feel safe—but how do you get there?
I understand that you are at a crucial point, feeling drained and desperate and not knowing where to turn.
I know just how overwhelming it is to raise a child with feeding and sensory challenges. The constant worry, the trial and error, the feeling of spinning your wheels—I’ve been there with countless families.
My goal is to make this journey easier for you.
I’m Brenda Chilstrom, founder and pediatric occupational therapist with over 30 years of experience.
Guiding families like yours through these challenges with compassion, curiosity, and practical strategies is my purpose.
“That makes sense!” isn’t just the name of my business; it’s that moment when everything clicks.
I’m here to help you understand the “why” behind your child’s difficulties and transform power struggles into moments of connection and curiosity.
Connection Meets Curiosity Through:
Holistic Support: I combine emotional guidance, sensory expertise, and practical feeding strategies to support both you and your child.
Responsive Feeding: I emphasize curiosity over compliance, creating an environment where your child feels safe and in control as they explore food.
1:1 Coaching: You deserve personalized attention, so my packages offer ongoing, high-touch support that goes beyond standard therapy models.
The Eating with EASE Academy: My online, relationship-based program that supports parents facing feeding challenges, offering practical tools and compassionate guidance to create peaceful mealtimes. New cohort starting in early 2025!
Sometimes, a small tweak can make all the difference in transforming mealtimes and calming the chaos of sensory overwhelm.
Together, we’ll tackle the root causes of your child’s feeding issues and create strategies that fit your family’s needs.
My hope is to give you the tools and confidence to create a peaceful, lasting relationship with food and help you build your resilient family.
With advanced training in feeding, motor skills, and sensory processing, I provide a safe space for you to find hope, healing, and real solutions.
Let’s turn your family struggles into moments of connection, joy, and lasting peace ~ together.
Choose the solution that fits your family best:
Success Stories
“We used to worry so much about food choices and felt stuck in a constant struggle over meals. Now, watching him independently choose foods from the pantry—even ones he’d once avoided—has been such a proud moment for us. Seeing his growing flexibility and confidence around food has truly brought a sense of peace and freedom to our family.”
- Hope B.
“Before working with Brenda, mealtimes and social settings were often a challenge for G. But now, seeing her enjoy social activities, interact cheerfully with other kids, and even explore foods she used to avoid has been such a heartwarming transformation. It’s incredible to see her confidence and joy shine through again!
- Kristy J.
Features and Awards
That Makes Sense OT
At That Makes Sense OT, we’re not just shaping mealtimes — we’re nurturing a lifetime of healthy eating habits, one connection, one adventure,
and one curiosity-filled bite at a time.
