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Crystal and Sarah discuss:  Why she decided to train her dog to be a therapy dog Difference between therapy dogs, service dogs, and emotional support animals Considerations of incorporating dogs into therapy Steps to train a therapy dog Hardest and best parts of the training program Intersection of occupational therapy and therapy dog training Considerations to be a therapy dog handler Advice for...

Takeaways: The value of therapeutic use of self Talking more about mental health to break the stigma Importance of mental health Mentioned Resources:  Recognizing the Importance of Self Care for OT Practitioners with Nancy  It’s Okay to Take a Break  Danielle Delorenzo Talks Infant Mental Health Occupied Podcast Episodes This Is Me- Patches of OT  Mental Health BOOT Post Strong Minds Club Join in...

Danielle and Sarah discuss:  How she got interested in behavioral inpatient mental health What it looks like to work in this area Frequency and duration of services Common diagnoses and typical ages Navigating the differences in the units she works on Limiting biases before working with a patient Her role as an OT and types of interventions Therapeutic use of self It’s okay to ask for help What li...

Talking Points: Question of the Month- What are your favorite OT related gift ideas Allie Watkins @patchesofot ~ Unicorn OT mug Olivia Cheng  @ot_liv ~ @learn_pal Lauren Burns @burns_lauren_ot ~ pulse oximeter , Shannen Marie OT , Becoming OT , OT 4 Lyfe Shannon @motivatemindsot ~ Calm and Headspace apps, Aroma Therapy , Doterra Emilia Dewi @the_lymph_therapist ~ Rock Tape Candie Cintron @spunky_s...

Takeaways: Definition of occupational therapy How to better promote the profession Mentioned Resources:  Bringin’ Occupation Back Thoughts on How OT’s Can Talk About OT Join in the Discussion:  Answer the Question of the Month Catch the full episode: https://ot4lyfe.com/93

The Other halves discuss:  Their definition of occupational therapy How they learned about OT Things they’ve learned from having an OT spouse  Applying an OT perspective to their jobs If they ever get sick of hearing their spouse talk about OT? The best and worst parts of the field of occupational therapy Social media and the profession   How to promote the profession better One word to describe O...

Takeaways: Shift the mindset Cultivating good self-care habits while in school My tip for current OT/OTA students Mentioned Resources:  Advice for OT & OTA Students Leading From Where You Are with Ijeoma Ikpeze From OT School to New Grad OT with Jordan McCauley  Fresh Perspectives From First Year OT Students with Alex, Christina, and Regina Crafting Your Life for Success with Intention and Purpose...

Rachel and Sarah discuss:  The hardest part/biggest challenge during OT school so far Her favorite part of OT school The transition from in person to distance learning secondary to the pandemic Navigating the personal and professional stress during this time Advice for current or soon to be students Questions for me as a fieldwork educator   Resources: Rachel’s Previous Episodes: The Very First St...

Talking Points: Question of the Month- What are your favorite continuing education courses that you have taken and why? Ushma @worldofot ~ Star Institute Annabeth Knight @thefannypacktherapist ~ Every Move Counts Erin Jeffords @theotadvocate Glen Gillen’s Management of the Hemiplegic Upper Extremity Mary Warren’s vision courses Physical Agent Modalities Credential Courses LSVT Kate Tudor @OT_KateT...

Takeaways: Self-care is ongoing  It’s ok to ask for help We need more conversations self-care as healthcare practitioners Join in the Discussion:  Answer the Question of the Month Catch the full episode:  https://ot4lyfe.com/87

Nancy and Sarah discuss:  Her work in a skilled nursing facility Best advice from a resident that she has received Her role as an OT in a skilled nursing facility  Navigating insurance  Changes to her role because of the Covid-19 pandemic The impact of the pandemic on her patients and herself Recognizing the importance of self-care as a healthcare professional  Connect with Nancy:  Instagram: http...

Takeaways: Importance of addressing sexual health just as we address mental, physical and emotional health Recognition of the lack of sexual health education within OT education Sexual health needs to be addressed across the lifespan   Mentioned Resources: OT After Dark Podcast   Join in the Discussion: Answer the Question of the Month Chime in your thoughts on the episode Catch the full episode:...

Talking Points:  The only way to get better at something is to research, learn, and practice The OT community is amazing People still do not know that OT podcasts exist Accountability is everything There’s so much more to podcasting than just talking into a microphone Being a Lifelong Learner Each listener takes away something different from each episode Accessibility of podcasts I love podcasts a...

Dr. Sakshi Tickoo and Sarah discuss:  How she became interested in mental health, sexuality, and OT OT in India Sexuality for all age groups Importance of consent Her definition of sexual health Sex as an activity of daily living (ADL) Conditions and misdiagnosed conditions Occupational therapy’s role in sexual health Connect with Dr. Sakshi Tickoo Email: sex.love.andot@gmail.com Instagram Link: h...

Talking Points: Question of the Month- What’s your most outside the box treatment idea? Danielle Delorenzo @mornings.with.an.ot.mom Jayson Davies @otschoolhouse Lauren Burns @burns_lauren_ot Emily Deller @emilymarie_ot Erin_Jeffords @theotadvocate Emilia Dewi @the_lymph_therapist Alvin @ot.outside.the.box My outside the box treatment ideas Questions from the OT 4 Lyfe community  What do I wish my...

Takeaways: Remembering that what we are doing is making an impact in the lives of our clients Emotionality of practice Mentioned Resources:  Episode 64: Positive Approach to Dementia Care with Jenna Mele   Join in the Discussion:  Answer the Question of the Month Chime in your thoughts on the episode Catch the full episode: https://ot4lyfe.com/81

Effie and Sarah discuss:   The moment she found out about her son’s diagnosis CTNNB1 syndrome How it presents in her son Her experience in early intervention The impact OT has had on her and her son’s life Her advice for OT practitioners working with families  Memorable moments in OT so far Hippotherapy Parents trusting in therapists Reflections on OT from a parent perspective Her podcast Resource...

Takeaways: Shouldn’t doesn’t mean you can’t. If you’re interested in it, do it Use what your client has and also understand their financial status The importance of having a mentor Mentioned Resources:  Episode 51 with Danielle Delorenzo: https://ot4lyfe.com/51/ Episode 17 with Jennifer Ogawa on OT/PT Collaboration: https://ot4lyfe.com/17/ Upcoming episode with Effie Parks Join in the Discussion: ...

Amirra and Sarah discuss:   What is early intervention? How can families be referred Typical assessments and frequency of evaluations Informed Clinical Opinion Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) Team Based Model What a day in early intervention looks like (pre-covid) Coaching Model in EI What about all the driving? The skill of scheduling and autonomy Going bagless Pros and cons of working...

Talking Points: Question of the Month- What’s your best advice for current OT & OTA students? Alvin Pineda @ot.outside.the.box Robyn @spill_the_ot Candie Cintron @spunky_sightseer Nicole Paneque @otwithmissp Karena Sabinski @whatabout_themama Alexis Joelle @8alexisjoelle Curtis Lubic @cjlub924 Debra Batistella @creativeconceptsot  Emilia Dewi @the_lymph_therapist Nancy @lovelly_ot  Lyfer of the Mo...

Takeaways: The importance of networking and always learning Paying attention to moving and your lymph system Knowing our role as therapy practitioners Mentioned Resources:  @the_lymph_therapist #7dayselfcarechallenge The Movement Maestro Can Movement Change the World: https://ot4lyfe.com/71 @ot.4.lyfe #30daymovementchallenge Creating Confidence and an Occupation-Based Mindset: https://ot4lyfe.com/...

Emilia and Sarah discuss:   Why the lymphatic system is important to her Long term effects of lymphedema  Overview of lymphatic system Glymphatic system  Importance of sleep Link between autoimmune system and lymphatic system Dr. Perry Nicholson- Lymph Mojo Body Aquarium  Cancer related lymphedema  Changes due to cancer related lymphedema  Cancer and Trauma Lymphedema and lifestyle Risk reduction...

Takeaways: Entrepreneurship is a journey Mindset is key  The importance of making mistakes in business Mentioned Resources:  The OT Roundtable Maestro on the Mic The PT Entrepreneur Podcast How I Built This  Mind Your OT Business Join in the Discussion:  Answer the Question of the Month Chime in your thoughts on the episode Catch the full episode:  https://ot4lyfe.com/74

Joseph and Sarah discuss:  The why behind starting Friendly Shoes Safety and aesthetics of adaptive shoes The deeper meaning behind shoes Sneakerheads Why you can’t just go bigger to fit AFOs in shows The OT brain in shoe development Importance of making mistakes Taking the first step to starting a business Why Friendly? Bringing occupational therapy to the forefront Coupon Code for 25% off Friend...

Question of the Month- How do you keep your OT brain and materials organized? Stephanie from @theorganizedot Khalilah Johnson from @theacademicdiva Annabeth Knight from @thefannypacktherapist Emilia from @the_lymph_therapist Lauren Burns from @burns_lauren_ot Nikki Lopez from @mypedsot Amy Thakkar from @littlemotorbox Amirra Johnson from @marvelousmirracles.ot Adreanna Beaumont Hillary from @origi...