Best Occupationaltherapy Podcasts (2024)

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224: The Best Approach To Vision Therapy With Dr. Melissa Zarn Urankar, OD, Katy Coleman, OTR/L, and Xenia Andrzejewski, PT 53:07

4h ago53:07

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In today’s episode we hosted three experts in vision rehabilitation, optometrist Dr. Melissa Zarn Urankar, occupational therapist Katy Coleman, and physical therapist Xenia Andrzejewski to discuss the importance of optimizing care for people with neurologic conditions who have vision dysfunction. The episode will address who sees patients for visio…

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From Rejection to Connection: Dr. Dan Wendler's Journey with Autism and Social Interaction 39:18

1h ago39:18

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Come with me as I revisit this excellent episode with Dr. Dan Wendler. We discuss his experience as an autistic advocate, his journey with social interaction and his advice on living an authentic life. ❤️ Holly- The Mom/Neurodivergent Therapist Click here for FREE resources Get neurodiversity-affirming continuing education for therapists Learn abou…

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223: Spasticity Management From A Physician With Dr. Cassandra List, MD 46:34

2h ago46:34

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On this week’s episode we hosted a specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Dr. List and occupational therapist Briana Elson, MS, OTR/L, BCPR, CBIS to share insights on spasticity management, focusing on the use of neurotoxin injections and collaboration between physicians and therapists. Key discussion points included: When do you recom…

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Impulsive Eating and ADHD: Understanding the Connection 18:06

1h ago18:06

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Come with me as I revisit this fantastic episode - where I dive into all things ADHD and impulsive eating! It's so good that we are I'm covering - ➡️ The reasons behind impulsive eating ➡️ Strategies that work, and ➡️ My journey with impulsive eating ❤️ Holly- The Mom/Neurodivergent Therapist Click here for FREE resources Get neurodiversity-affirmi…

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222: How You Can Be Tenaciously Optimistic In Business To Be Successful 36:44

4h ago36:44

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In this episode Emily Duval Ledger, Erin Gallardo, and Claire McLean explore how maintaining an optimistic mindset can drive success in both clinical practice and business operations. Often it’s not as easy to do this in business, but we’ve got some strategies to share with you today. Key points included: - The power of positive language and belief…

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Increasing Emotional Regulation With The Window of Tolerance in Neurodivergent Children & Teens 34:11

7d ago34:11

34:11

Join Amanda Diekman, an Autistic author and parent coach, and me as we chat about the importance of identifying and understanding the window of tolerance and how to support increased emotional regulation in Autistic, ADHDer, and AuDHD children. In this rebroadcast, we share real neuroaffirming strategies that you can start using today! ❤️ Holly- Th…

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221: How To Start A Wellness Program For People With Neurologic Conditions: All Your Questions Answered! 1:02:32

5d ago1:02:32

1:02:32

In this enlightening discussion, we have an open conversation with physical therapist Lauren Young, PT, DPT, CSRS, NCS, who reached out to Claire with a number of questions. She was willing to come on the podcast so everyone can benefit from the information. Lauren started a mobile neuro practice in February 2024 and is looking to develop group wel…

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Stay Cool: Identify Triggers & Prevent Parent Meltdowns 34:55

10d ago34:55

34:55

Join Carolina Ramirez and I as we chat about our own parenting, self-awareness, trigger identification and parent emotional regulation! I love this episode so much we are rebroadcasting:) We cover all kinds of goodness, including TIPS you can use today. ❤️ Holly- The Mom/Psychologist Who Gets It Get FREE resources here Get neurodiversity affirming …

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220: Building A Biz Model Mix Of Online And In-Person With Katie Nathan, PT, DPT, NCS 55:22

12d ago55:22

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On today’s show, Dr. Katie Nathan, PT, DPT, NCS joined Erin and Claire to share her journey building a successful physical therapy business to maximize impact and reach as many people as possible with focused Parkinson's disease. Katie received her doctorate from USC in 2016 and is passionate about using exercise and movement to empower those with …

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Follower Favs: The Overlap Between Autism & ADHD 12:30

17d ago12:30

12:30

This month, I'm rebroadcasting my top four most downloaded episodes to spotlight follower favorites. Join me as we revisit these standout moments that you loved the most! In today's episode, I talk about the distinctions and overlap between Autism and ADHD. I hope you find this episode helpful. Thank you for supporting The Autism ADHD Podcast. If y…

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219: New Evidence On Brain Changes In PD Inspires Hi-Fi Exercise Class At Rogue 26:19

19d ago26:19

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We’re back for another episode this week! This one is bringing you practical clinical tools you can start incorporating right now. It’s based on new evidence with intense exercise and its effect on increasing dopamine transporter and neuromelanin concentrations in the substantia nigra in Parkinson’s disease. While Rogue has always been known to imp…

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Behavior, Meltdowns and Mind Shifts in Neurodivergent Children 43:57

24d ago43:57

43:57

In June, we are rebroadcasting the most downloaded episodes of The Autism ADHD Podcast. YAY! Join Dr. Wilson and I as we chat about - Differences between autism & ADHD Emotional dysregulation Building supports Challenging behavior Academic concerns, and Celebrating wins. xx, Holly Blanc Moses, The Mom/Neurodivergent Therapist ABOUT HOLLY Learn abou…

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218: Advocating for Accessible Healthcare for People with Disabilities With Chanda Hinton 53:12

1M ago53:12

53:12

Our recent guest on the I Love Neuro podcast, Chanda Hinton, is doing impactful work to improve healthcare access and quality of care for individuals with disabilities. As the Executive Director of the Chanda Center for Health & Wellness in Denver, Colorado, Chanda leads efforts in both direct service provision and systemic advocacy. Chanda shared …

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Strategies to Prevent Trauma in Autistic Children & Teens 1:02:33

1M ago1:02:33

1:02:33

It's June and we are rebroadcasting the top four most downloaded episodes to spotlight follower favorites. Join me as we revisit these standout moments that you loved the most! Why the replay? Because I want to share my most impactful content with as many people as I can. This episode is a game changer for autistic children and the parents, educato…

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217: How To Plan A Transformative PD Retreat With Joy Cochran, PT, DPT 49:19

1M ago49:19

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On this episode of the I Love Neuro podcast, host Erin Gallardo sits down with guest Joy Cochran to discuss her business Joy Explorations and an upcoming Parkinson's disease retreat. Joy started Joy Explorations in 2018 with a goal of empowering older adults and those with neurological conditions through adaptive outdoor activities and movement. Sh…

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Follower Favs: Effective Strategies for Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) 40:19

1M ago40:19

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For the next four weeks, I'm rebroadcasting my top four most downloaded episodes to spotlight follower favorites. Join me as we revisit these standout moments that you loved the most! Why the replay? Because I want to share my most impactful content with as many people as I can. In today's episode, you'll hear my chat with Laura Kerbey as we discus…

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216: How To Shed Your Shoulds So You Can Live And Work Happier With Emily Duval Ledger 36:30

1M ago36:30

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Ever feel stuck between what you want to do and what you feel like you should do? Uh, yes, all the time! How does it feel when you have these ingrained expectations making decisions for you? Usually not so great. And it happens to everyone. So in this episode we talk about why that happens, how to recognize when you're operating in external “should…

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Unlock Social Confidence: Identifying the Social Style of Neurodivergent Children 28:37

2M ago28:37

28:37

I understand the challenges of societal norms pressuring neurodivergent children to conform to traditional friendship standards. It's important to embrace a more inclusive understanding that values each child's unique needs and preferences. In this episode, I share insights on how we can help neurodivergent children identify their social styles and…

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215: Learn How To Help Clients Fall WELL With Naomi Casiro 44:35

2M ago44:35

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Okay, so let’s address this head on: No one wants to fall. But falls do happen. Especially for people who have trouble with their balance. So wouldn’t it be great if when someone did fall, they knew how to roll or land in a way that minimized injury? That’s what we’re talking about today with physiotherapist Naomi Casiro of NeuroFit BC. She runs on…

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Healing Together: Addressing Brain Shame in Neurodivergent Kids and Their Parents 34:37

2M ago34:37

34:37

Welcome to another episode of The Autism ADHD Podcast! Today, we're diving deep into the concept of brain shame. Dr. Catherine Mutti-Driscoll, Autistic/ADHD, shares her personal journey and insights on how brain shame affects neurodivergent kids and teens. We discuss how executive function challenges can lead to feelings of inadequacy and shame, es…

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214: What To Know About Being Non-Participating With Medicare With Tyler Horton, PT, DPT, NCS 45:27

2M ago45:27

45:27

There are a lot of reasons you can go into private practice. Most of which have to do with the desire to provide care in a different way than you’ve seen in your community. But the way you set up your practice can be as unique as you are. One challenging question most neuro clinicians face when setting up their private practice is what to do about …

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Special Education Law: Your Questions Answered By Pete Wright 1:08:24

2M ago1:08:24

1:08:24

It's an honor to interview Pete Wright. Pete has been practicing law in the area of special education since 1978, and he and his wife are the founders of Wrightslaw. In today's episode, Pete and I chat about his own personal story and why he became involved in special education law. He also answers 9 frequently asked questions about education right…

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213: Quick High-Impact, Low-Cost Ideas With Dr. JJ Mowder-Tinney, PT, PhD, NCS 39:12

2M ago39:12

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Ever feel discouraged about the care you think you can provide without fancy equipment? Not after you listen to this episode! In today’s show you’ll learn easy ideas to make maximum impact no matter what setting you’re in and what you have available to you. We’ll share actual patient stories to give you real examples of strategies to apply in the c…

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What Neurodivergent Kids Want Their Teachers to Know 35:32

3M ago35:32

35:32

Check out this classic episode, in which Kim Holtmann and I chat about what helpful information neurotypical kids would like to share with their teachers. We cover so much goodness in this episode, including communication, learning, and behavior! ❤️ Holly Blanc Moses - The Mom/Neurodivergent Therapist ATTENTION THERAPISTS - Click here to get on the…

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212: How To Safely Get To Heart Rate Peak In Order To Modify Parkinson’s With Dr. Daniel Corcos, PhD 52:17

3M ago52:17

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Have you heard exercise is good for people with Parkinson’s? Duh! As a listener of this podcast you most certainly have! Do you know how much someone should get their heart rate up to make a difference? What about how to test them to ensure you understand their peak HR? The research on exercise and Parkinson’s is booming and we want to give you the…

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Navigating Neurodiversity: Expert Advice for Parenting Your Unique Child 1:10:38

3M ago1:10:38

1:10:38

Holly Moses and Kirk Martin discuss parenting strategies for neurodivergent children, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and accepting individuality. They highlight the need to challenge societal stigmas and foster self-acceptance and self-advocacy in children. They also discuss anxiety and emotional resilience, normalizing these emotions an…

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211: How To Approach Pain Neuroscience Education In Neuro With Dr. Adriaan Louw, PT, PhD 1:01:23

3M ago1:01:23

1:01:23

Do you work with people who have pain AND neurologic conditions? In our world it would be rare to find someone who doesn’t have at least a few patients or clients who experience pain either as a result of their diagnosis or even pain that is completely unrelated but persists. In this episode we had the privilege of picking the brain of one of the b…

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Feeding, Gastrointestinal Challenges & Behavior in Autistic Children 28:56

3M ago28:56

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Feeding and GI challenges are not only more likely to occur in autistic children but also can negatively impact behavior. We are covering identifying these medical needs and treatment considerations. Whether you are a parent, therapist or educator, you'll get so much value from this episode:) ❤️ Holly- The Mom/Neurodivergent Therapist ATTENTION THE…

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210: Running Intensives For Individuals With Spinal Cord Injury With Empower SCI 1:03:15

3M ago1:03:15

1:03:15

Do you see a gap in the care of individuals that you work with? Sometimes the work isn’t done after discharge, am I right? The desire to fill a gap for individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI) is what led 2 PTs and an OT to establish Empower SCI in 2012. Empower SCI is a non-profit dedicated to providing intensive rehabilitation experiences for pe…

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Parent to Patient: Our Journey With ADHD Medication 18:21

3M ago18:21

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Making decisions about medication for a child can bring up so many feelings and fears. I KNOW! In today's episode, I share our experience with our son's journey with ADHD medication and my own. Whether you are a parent, therapist or educator, you'll get so much value from this episode:) ❤️ Holly- The Mom/Neurodivergent Therapist ATTENTION THERAPIST…

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209: How To Close the Gap Between Research And Practice With Dr. Carolee Winstein, PhD, PT, FAPTA 58:45

3M ago58:45

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Have you ever felt like there was a disconnect between what the researchers are thinking and what you, as a clinician, are thinking? You’re not the only one! The desire to bridge the gap between research and what really goes on in the clinic has been a topic of discussion for decades. We interviewed Dr. Carolee Winstein, PhD, PT, FAPTA about this v…

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The Answer to the Big Behavior Question! 24:42

4M ago24:42

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There is a question that parents and professionals often ask me - Is it on purpose or is it a difference in neurology? We often want to know the reason why children behave the way they do because it helps us know how to respond. Join Elaine Taylor-Klaus and I as we talk about the answer to the BIG BEHAVIOR question when it comes to neurodivergent k…

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208: “Old Not Weak” How You Should Actually Train Aging Adults With Dustin Jones, PT, DPT, GCS 57:50

4M ago57:50

57:50

How much are you challenging the older adults you work with What biases do you have about someone when you see their age or comorbidities? Are they limiting how much you push them? Have you ever thought about the consequences of not pushing someone enough?? On today’s show we interviewed Dr. Dustin Jones, PT, DPT, GCS about his approach to working …

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Low Demand Parenting for Neurodivergent Children & Teens With Amanda Diekman 35:40

4M ago35:40

35:40

Rebroadcast Amanda Diekman, autistic parenting coach, joins us today to talk about low demand parenting. We cover so much in this important episode such as - *Identifying hard and harder *Autistic burnout *Building trust and connection *Low demand versus no demand *Being a safe parent and educator *Preparing children for the future *Mental health a…

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207: Intensity Isn’t Just For Therapy Sessions With Han Nguyen, PT, DPT, NCS 54:20

4M ago54:20

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Everyone is on their own timeline. For some the notion to start a business doesn’t happen until well into their career. For others it happens almost immediately. For some, the slow growth method is right. For others it’s full speed ahead. Dr. Han Nguyen, PT, DPT, NCS is a PT who’s constantly seeking growth and opportunity. She asks, “what’s next?” …

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5 College Considerations for Neurodivergent Students 36:11

4M ago36:11

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Thanks for joining me today:) In this episode, Audrey and I are chatting about neurodivergent students and higher education. We are covering information on transitions, considerations when choosing a college, supports and MORE! ❤️ Holly- The Mom/Neurodivergent Therapist CLICK HERE for Holly's ONE STOP RESOURCE - Social Success Guide, Behavior Guide…

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206: What To Do When You’re Overwhelmed In Your Business 46:37

4M ago46:37

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Busy-ness and fluctuations are pretty normal when running a business but do you have trouble turning your business brain off? Can you go on vacation without working? Do you know the signs in your body when you’ve hit your edge? In the world of hustle culture how do you show up differently so you can love what you do and make it sustainable without …

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Identifying & Supporting Girls & Women With ADHD 36:20

4M ago36:20

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Thanks for joining me today:) In this episode, Dr. Julia Schechter and I are chatting about ADHD in girls and women. As a woman with ADHD, I know how important it is to understand that signficant impact of ADHD on everyday life. We are covering the information you need to know such as - The differences between girls & boys with ADHD Identifying ADH…

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205: What You Must Know About Medicare Maintenance Therapy And What Can Happen If You Don’t With Robbie Leonard, PT, DPT, CHC 53:32

4M ago53:32

53:32

Who wants to talk about a fun topic?! What if learning about Medicare Maintenance Therapy actually was fun and didn’t make you fall asleep? Well, that’s what you’re going to get on today’s episode! We sat down with our favorite Medicare Utilization Reviewer, Dr. Robbie Leonard, PT, DPT, CHC to discuss the hot and sticky points about Medicare skille…

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Episode 72: Herbal Support for Sleep, Maria Noel Groves 39:39

5M ago39:39

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Maria Noël Groves, RH (AHG) (she/her) is a bestselling author of the award-winning, best-selling Body into Balance and Grow Your Own Herbal Remedies. She is also the owner of Wintergreen Botanicals Herbal Clinic & Education Center in New Hampshire. Maria writes and teaches nationally about herbal medicine and offers both on site and distance herbal…

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Everything No One Tells You About Parenting a Disabled Child 1:16:36

5M ago1:16:36

1:16:36

Thanks for joining me today:) In this episode, Kelley Coleman and I are chatting about her new book - Everything No One Tells You About Parenting a Disabled Child. We are covering SO much goodness. Some of the topics we are covering are - Parenting versus caregiving Resources Inclusivity Ableism Visible and non-visible disabilities Acceptance Finan…

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204: The Most Effective Way To Incorporate The Evidence With EVERY Patient With Oscar Gallardo, PT, DPT, NCS 1:07:26

4M ago1:07:26

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Do you feel like you’re as great a clinician as you could be? Do you know how to apply the evidence in an individualized way? Are you missing anything in your therapy toolbox, if so, do you know what it is? In today’s show we were so excited to interview Dr. Oscar Gallardo, PT, DPT, NCS after he won the PT Clinical Excellence in Neurology Award fro…

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Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) & Parenting 43:04

5M ago43:04

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Thanks for joining me today:) In this episode, Dr. Casey Ehrlich and I are chatting about Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), neurodivergent kids and parenting. Specifically, we are covering physiological reactions, parenting stress, misconceptions, creating boundaries and parenting peace. Don't miss this episode! ❤️ Holly- The Mom/Psychologist Wh…

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203: Vestibular Private Practice, Mentorship And The Real Balancing Act With Christina Garrity, PT, DPT, NCS 52:02

5M ago52:02

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In today’s show we interviewed Dr. Christina Garrity, PT, DPT, NCS about her vestibular therapy world! She left her clinic job to start a private practice because she found that people were not getting quick or easy enough access to this time-sensitive care. She made it happen while also juggling a busy family life plus teaching in PT programs. Soo…

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Hidden Danger: Internalized Ableism in Neurodivergent Children & Teens 23:57

5M ago23:57

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Thanks for joining me today:) In this episode, I'm talking about a BIG topic - internalized ableism. It's time to have open conversations about the negative impact it has on the mental health of neurodivergent children. Don't miss this episode! ❤️ Holly- The Mom/Psychologist Who Gets It CLICK HERE for Holly's ONE STOP RESOURCE - Social Success Guid…

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202: How To Prevent Falls From Retropulsion in PD 27:31

5M ago27:31

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In this week’s episode we address a listener’s question about retropulsion in people with Parkinson’s. In the show we define retropulsion then provide a plethora of ideas for you to try with your clients to help them restore their ability to move backwards without falling! Sit to Stand (STS) and Standing Postural Issues: Biggest issue: inadequate w…

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Square Me, Round World: Social Connection and Self-Discovery in Neurodivergent Kids 37:06

5M ago37:06

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Thanks for joining me today:) In this episode, Chelsea Luker (Autistic/ADHDer/Psychologist) and I talk about finding your flock, self-awareness, sensory needs, and social connection. Don't miss this episode! ❤️ Holly- The Mom/Psychologist Who Gets It CLICK HERE for Holly's ONE STOP RESOURCE - Social Success Guide, Behavior Guide, and MORE! Learn mo…

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201: Opportunities and Challenges Are Really A Matter Of Perspective 41:35

5M ago41:35

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In this episode we have an authentic conversation with our NeuroBiz coach Emily Duval Ledger about goal setting, set backs, expectations and more. In the show we share our big and small goals and words of the year as well as what they mean to us. With goals can come expectations and even an attachment to achieving it. What does it mean if you don’t…

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Episode 71: Sleep Ergonomics Herbs and Diet, Maria Noel Groves 13:43

6M ago13:43

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Maria Noël Groves, RH (AHG) (she/her) is a bestselling author of the award-winning, best-selling Body into Balance and Grow Your Own Herbal Remedies. She also owns Wintergreen Botanicals Herbal Clinic & Education Center in New Hampshire. Maria writes and teaches nationally about herbal medicine and offers both on site and distance herbal study cour…

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