Welcome!

The 'I Never Thought I Would Be Blogging" Blog

For those who don’t know me, my name is Taryn — your friendly and relatable Occupational Therapist! I specialize in nervous system regulation, Polyvagal-informed therapy, and clinical listening programs that support regulation in a gentle, passive way.

Through my personal experiences, clinical work, and incredible mentorship throughout my career, I’ve developed a deep passion for helping others better understand their nervous systems and why the body responds the way it does.

I love sharing knowledge not only with individuals and families, but also with clinicians looking to explore new resources and approaches in their own work.

On this blog, I’ll be sharing thoughts, education, tools, and conversations around many topics — all connected back to one foundational piece: the nervous system. Because so much of how we feel, respond, connect, cope, and move through the world starts there.

My hope is that this space feels supportive, relatable, educational, and maybe even a little validating. Topics you can expect here are:

• nervous system regulation

• chronic pain (my own story!)

• sensory processing

• burnout

• fight-or-flight

• SSP/RRP

• co-regulation

• emotional regulation

• neurodivergence

• trauma-informed care

I’d love for you to follow along, ask questions, and connect as we learn to better understand ourselves together 🙂

Have you heard of Polyvagal Theory?

• Yes, LOVE IT!
• Eh, kinda?
• Polyvagal what?