Leah Kuypers

Leah Kuypers is an occupational therapist and author known for developing the Zones of Regulation, a framework that helps individuals understand and manage their emotions and behaviors. The program categorizes feelings into four color zones—blue, green, yellow, and red—promoting self-awareness and emotional regulation skills. It is widely used in educational and therapeutic settings to support children and adults in developing social-emotional skills, improving behavior, and fostering greater self-control and understanding of their emotional states.