Brains In Motion

Join Mary McKone, EdD and Angela Zielinski, DPT as they chat with the founder of Rhythmic Movement Training International (RMTi), Moira Dempsey. Hear about Moira's approach to reflex integration and check out her books to learn more! Thank you Moira Dempsey! Moira's Books: Movement Matters (2026), Beyond the Sea Squirt: A Journey with Reflexes (2019), and Movements that Heal (2011) RMTi website: h...

Join Mary McKone, EdD and Angela Zielinski, DPT as they continue their discussion of vision and neuroreflexes with Macson Lee, OD, FOVDRA, Optometrist.  Thank you Dr. Macson Lee! Find Dr. Macson Lee: https://www.convergeneurooptometry.com/ Find Mary: brain-works.org https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16pJRda2Q9/; https://www.facebook.com/share/g/14PzemyNcUT/ Find Angela: angelapt.com and rainbowdrag...

Join Dr. Mary McKone, EdD and Angela Zielinski, DPT as they talk about vision. There is so much more to vision than we realize. Listen to hear how vision and neuroreflexes are connected. Find Mary: brain-works.org https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16pJRda2Q9/; https://www.facebook.com/share/g/14PzemyNcUT/ Find Angela: angelapt.com and rainbowdragonbooks.com   *Disclaimer: This podcast is for entert...

Join Mary McKone, EdD and Angela Zielinski, DPT as they talk about the Symmetrical Tonic Neck Reflex or STNR. They discuss how STNR actually has 3 parts, and how it plays a roll in handwriting, vision and more.    Don't forget to check out Mary's online course on August 15! Find Mary: brain-works.org https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16pJRda2Q9/; https://www.facebook.com/share/g/14PzemyNcUT/ Find A...

Join Mary McKone, EdD and Angela Zielinski, DPT as they discuss the profile of Pathological Demand Avoidance or Persistent Drive for Autonomy (PDA). This is often described as a behavior profile, but listen to hear how PDA can be viewed through a lens of reflexes and polyvagal theory, not just behavior.  Resource: https://pdanorthamerica.org/what-is-pda/ Sign-Up for Mary's upcoming course on neuro...

Join Mary McKone, EdD and Angela Zielinski, DPT as they talk about the "mysterious" Tonic Labyrinthine Reflex (TLR). They discuss the role of TLR in posture, fatigue, emotional regulation, and more. They chat about treatment strategies and remind everyone that they are trained in these specific techniques and that child safety is the ALWAYS the priority.   Find Mary: brain-works.org https://www.fa...

Join Mary McKone, EdD and Angela Zielinski, DPT as they continue their deep dive into a case study on emotional regulation. In part two they discuss how neuroreflexes and the vagus nerve contribute to emotional regulation.  Find Mary: brain-works.org https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16pJRda2Q9/; https://www.facebook.com/share/g/14PzemyNcUT/ Find Angela: angelapt.com and rainbowdragonbooks.com *Dis...

Join Mary McKone, EdD and Angela Zielinski, DPT as they take a deep dive into a case study on emotional regulation. In part one they discuss how to start the process with foundational work and prepare the body for change.  Find Mary: brain-works.org https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16pJRda2Q9/; https://www.facebook.com/share/g/14PzemyNcUT/ Find Angela: angelapt.com and rainbowdragonbooks.com *Disc...

Join Dr. Mary and Dr. Angela for the second part of their discussion on how reflexes shape cognition and learning. They discuss the palmar/Robinson's hands grasp reflex, bauer crawling, head righting, and more. Check it out! Find Mary: brain-works.org https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16pJRda2Q9/; https://www.facebook.com/share/g/14PzemyNcUT/ Find Angela: angelapt.com and rainbowdragonbooks.com *Di...

Join Mary McKone, EdD and Angela Zielinski, DPT for the first part of their conversation on cognition, learning, and reflexes.  Find Mary: brain-works.org https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16pJRda2Q9/; https://www.facebook.com/share/g/14PzemyNcUT/ Find Angela: angelapt.com and rainbowdragonbooks.com If you would like to advertise on our podcast please contact us at brainsinmotionpodcast@gmail.com *...

Join Mary McKone, EdD and Angela Zielinski, DPT as they continue their discussion on auditory processing. We talk about reflexes, classical and non classical auditory pathways, and more!   Webinar by Dr. Leah Light: https://masgutovamethod.com/estore/all/applications-in-neurodevelopment-exploring-the-relationship-between-auditory-processing-disorders-and-unintegrated-primary-reflexes Find Mary: br...

Join Mary McKone, Ed. D and Angela Zielinski, DPT as they talk with Dr. Judy Belk, an incredible Speech Language Pathologist and Audiologist. They learn about auditory processing and how hearing is different than listening. Thank you for joining us Dr. Judy!! Mary is hosting a webinar on reflexes on April 30,2026!  Sign up here:  https://mary-s-site-1756.thinkific.com/products/live_events/neuroref...

Join us as we discuss one of the most recognizable reflexes: Asymmetrical Tonic Neck Reflex (ATNR). Learn how it affects not only movement, but brain development and learning as well.  Find Mary: brain-works.org https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16pJRda2Q9/; https://www.facebook.com/share/g/14PzemyNcUT/   Find Angela: angelapt.com and rainbowdragonbooks.com   If you would like to advertise on our p...

Today is a case study episode with special guest Vlada Brudnik! Vlada Brudnik is a MNRI Core Specialist and Chiropodist in Canada. Join us as we talk about different approaches to hypothetical toe walking examples.  THANK YOU SO MUCH VLADA! Find Vlada: facebook.com/feelingwellplace Find Mary: brain-works.org; https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16pJRda2Q9/; https://www.facebook.com/share/g/14PzemyNcU...

Join Mary McKone, EdD and Angela Zielinski, DPT as they discuss the role of reflex development in emotional and behavioral regulation.    Find Mary:  brain-works.org; https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16pJRda2Q9/; https://www.facebook.com/share/g/14PzemyNcUT/  Find Angela: angelapt.com; rainbowdragonbooks.com   If you would like to advertise on our podcast, please contact us at brainsinmotionpodcas...

Join Mary McKone, EdD and Angela Zielinski, DPT in this episode as we discuss how reflexes interact with our gross and fine motor skills and how they help us learn about the world.    Find Mary: brain-works.org; https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16pJRda2Q9/; https://www.facebook.com/share/g/14PzemyNcUT/  Find Angela: angelapt.com;  rainbowdragonbooks.com   *Disclaimer: All content is for entertainm...

Join us as we continue to review reflex integration and discuss how reflexes are the foundation of sensory processing and movement.    Find Mary: brain-works.org; https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16pJRda2Q9/; https://www.facebook.com/share/g/14PzemyNcUT/  Find Angela: angelapt.com;  rainbowdragonbooks.com   *Disclaimer: All content is for entertainment purposes only. 

In our very first episode, Mary McKone, EdD and Angela Zielinski, DPT introduce the topic of reflex integration. We start the conversation on this broad topic with some definitions and discussions on how we found reflex integration in the first place. Find Mary: brain-works.org; https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16pJRda2Q9/; https://www.facebook.com/share/g/14PzemyNcUT/ Find Angela: angelapt.com; r...