Pressure Power Guide
Facilitation Guide
Deep Pressure Self-Squeeze Routine
Purpose
Proprioceptive input grounded students with sensory needs. This "top-down" approach systematically regulates the body.
Safety
Pressure should be firm but never painful. Stop if student shows distress. Allow student control over intensity.
Facilitation Steps
1
Setup
Quiet area. Student can sit in a sturdy chair or on the floor.
2
Visuals & Modeling
Hold cards at eye level. Point to text and image prompts. Model each step.
3
Pacing
Hold each squeeze for 5-10 seconds. Move slowly between each card.
4
Prompting
"Hands on head... deep breath... and squeeze. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Stop"
Routine Sequence
1. Head
2. Shoulders
3. Arms
4. Hands
5. Sides
6. Thighs
7. Calves
8. Feet
9. Bear Hug
10. Knee Hug
Signs of Success
Slower, deeper breathing
Softened facial expression
Decreased muscle tension
Increased focus and calm
Squeeze Routine Cards
1
Squeeze
Head
Palms on top of head.
Squeeze and hold.
2
Squeeze
Shoulders
Cross arms.
Squeeze shoulders tight.
3
Squeeze
Arms
Squeeze down your arms.
Upper to lower.
4
Squeeze
Hands
Squeeze your palms.
Press fingers together.
5
Squeeze
Sides
Squeeze your ribs.
Hug your stomach.
6
Squeeze
Thighs
Use two hands.
Squeeze upper legs.
7
Squeeze
Calves
Squeeze your lower legs.
Strong pressure.
8
Squeeze
Feet
Squeeze your feet.
Press soles together.
9
Bear
Hug
Wrap arms around self.
Give a big squeeze.
10
Knee
Hug
Sit down. Pull knees in.
Hug tight and breathe.
