Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast The OT Lifestyle Movement
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| 120: Revolutionizing Mental Health: Blending Coaching, Positive Psychology and Occupational Therapy ft Padraig Danaher | 08 Sep 2024 | 00:59:13 | |
In this episode we are talking all about integrating coaching, posiitve psychology and occupational therapy for enhanced mental health care. Padraig Danaher and I discuss: Padraig is a senior occupational therapist and psychological coach specializing in trauma, sensory attachment, and positive psychology. Padraig has an extensive background in social care, with over 13 years of … | |||
| 119: The OT Carer Pathway: Empowering Caregivers through Holistic Occupational Science-Informed Support with Cat and Ali | 26 Aug 2024 | 01:04:53 | |
In this episode we are talking all about supporting caregivers through the lens of occupational therapy. We discuss: Ali Buchanan created The OT Carer Pathway. It is a specialised program designed specifically for caregivers, addressing the unique challenges they face in their roles. This initiative is crafted to provide targeted support to carers, who are … | |||
| 110 – Strengths-Based Practice in Occupational Therapy ft Kavita Murthi | 10 Dec 2023 | 01:09:54 | |
In this episode we are talking all about strengths based occupational therapy with Kavita Murthi. We discuss: Kavitha Murthi is pursuing her doctoral studies at NYU Steinhardt in the Department of Occupational Therapy. She works with Counselor to the President, Dr. Kristie Patten, on a National Science Foundation (NSF) project titled “Developing Abilities and Knowledge … 110 – Strengths-Based Practice in Occupational Therapy ft Kavita Murthi Read More » | |||
| 20 – Unstoppable OT’s: Quit Playing Small, Pursue Your Purpose And Live Out Your Dream ft Sarah Rheinberger | 31 Jan 2021 | 00:38:45 | |
Are you ready to start living your life on purpose and do the work you’re here to do? Are you ready to draft a vision and and live out your wildest dreams? It’s time to stop playing small with your life. And it’s time to get real with yourself! In this episode we chat with … | |||
| 19 – Reflections on Our Occupational Transition to Telehealth: 12 Things You Need To Know | 24 Jan 2021 | 00:13:40 | |
One minute telehealth was hardly a thing, the next minute we’re OT tech experts. As I reflect on our unexpected and swift transition to telehealth services, I’ve reminded myself of a few things. May they serve as reminders for you too. Here I share 12 things we must remember if we are practicing telehealth…. P.S. I created The … | |||
| 18 – Telehealth and OT: A Way Of The Future ft Reina Olivera | 17 Jan 2021 | 00:40:10 | |
Telehealth isn’t just a great way of reaching clients during COVID-19, it’s a way of the future. Telehealth enables us to provide meaningful and functional therapy. Dr Reina Olivera was using telehealth well before it became the ‘norm’ and she shares with us her insights and lessons in this conversation. We talk about what client … 18 – Telehealth and OT: A Way Of The Future ft Reina Olivera Read More » | |||
| 17 – My Letter to 2020 | 10 Jan 2021 | 00:06:38 | |
2020, you’ve been a great reveal. Grateful for the lessons and memories. We will never forget, the year that was. My open letter to 2020… | |||
| 16 – Nutrition, GAPS & Occupational Therapy ft Crystel Poggioli | 03 Jan 2021 | 00:43:37 | |
Crystel Poggioli regretted studying OT and wished she followed her passion of natural health, until she realised she could combine her loves and create her dream job. Crystel has a passion for natural health solutions and childhood development. She has raised her own 6 children using simple, natural health solutions and is a strong support … 16 – Nutrition, GAPS & Occupational Therapy ft Crystel Poggioli Read More » | |||
| 15 – Saving Our Planet: It All Begins With A Single Occupation | 27 Dec 2020 | 00:08:43 | |
Our planet is suffering. The global environmental state of the world right now is critical ….and it all began with a single occupation. And so in saving our planet, too, it starts with ‘doing’. One occupation at a time. | |||
| 14 – Yoga As A Therapeutic Occupation And Helping Clients Break Free From Stress ft Rhaya Lynn | 20 Dec 2020 | 00:28:46 | |
Would you love to incorporate yoga into your occupational therapy work but don’t know where to start? Rhaya Lynn, occupational therapist, life coach {and absolute salt of the earth} explains how she uses yoga as a therapeutic occupation with different client groups and how you can too. We also dive into how as OT’s we … | |||
| 13 – Stages Of Change Model | 13 Dec 2020 | 00:06:48 | |
In order to remain relevant to the clients whom we seek to serve we must first understand their readiness to change. We might have all these brilliant therapy tools and ideas to help a person reach their goals, but if they do not want to change or if they are not ready for change then … | |||
| 12 – Real Food And A Holistic Feeding Program For Picky Eaters ft Alexandra Besecker | 06 Dec 2020 | 00:41:15 | |
Imagine a place where occupational therapists work with children on lush organic healing farmlands. Where children grow their own food and are involved in the cooking process. Where real food is celebrated and holistic health and wellness is at the forefront every intervention. Such a place exists at The Center for Discovery in New York … 12 – Real Food And A Holistic Feeding Program For Picky Eaters ft Alexandra Besecker Read More » | |||
| 11 – Belief Systems: Why People Do What They Do | 29 Nov 2020 | 00:06:37 | |
If we know the choices a client makes influences their chosen occupations, how do we get clients to make different choices? Like the choice to implement a new strategy, adapt the environment, change the routine or modify the occupation? The answer is simple… yet complex. | |||
| 109 – Planetary Health and Occupational Therapy: Bridging Theory and Practice ft Ka Yan Hess | 22 Oct 2023 | 00:59:13 | |
In this episode we are talking all about sustainability, the environment and planetary health with Ka Yan Hess. We discuss: – why we need to question the current underpinnings of the profession including person-centered practice (yes, you read right!) – how we can broaden person-centred health care using bidirectional questioning – what we can do in … | |||
| 10 – Trauma And Supporting The Conscious Evolution of the Human Spirit ft Kim Barthel | 22 Nov 2020 | 00:49:01 | |
Stop right there! You might be thinking “I don’t work in the area of trauma, this podcast won’t be relevant to me”! You couldn’t be more wrong. This podcast episode is relevant for every single OT on this planet – including you! Kim describes how trauma isn’t necessarily one big traumatic life changing event. She … 10 – Trauma And Supporting The Conscious Evolution of the Human Spirit ft Kim Barthel Read More » | |||
| 09 – You Are Enough | 15 Nov 2020 | 00:13:08 | |
Ever had that feeling on your OT journey that you’re not enough? I have. A lot of times. I’m not good enough. I’m not smart enough. I’m not experienced enough. My business isn’t growing fast enough…. and therefore I’m not enough. Let me give you a little insight into my story. Let me share with you … | |||
| 08 – Entrepreneurship, Mindset And Marketing ft Laura Park Figueroa | 08 Nov 2020 | 00:48:16 | |
There’s a groundswell of occupational therapists who are bursting with creative ideas and endeavours, and are ready to share them with the world! And I’m guessing you’re one of them! Are you ready to learn from one of the best? Soak up the pearls of entrepreneurial wisdom from the one and only Laura Park Figueroa. … 08 – Entrepreneurship, Mindset And Marketing ft Laura Park Figueroa Read More » | |||
| 07 – Lifestyle Optimisation | 01 Nov 2020 | 00:16:06 | |
Let me introduce you to Lifestyle Optimisation. This is a term I use to describe making every choice a healthy choice. You and I both know that there’s not a one-size-fits-all approach to health care, BUT there are six health promotion pillars that I believe every human being benefits from irrespective of age, culture, gender, background or … | |||
| 06 – Holistic Health And Life Coaching ft Ana Hernando | 25 Oct 2020 | 00:43:48 | |
Occupational Therapists are the original Life Coaches! Did you hear that?! YES. WE ARE! And do you wanna know why? Join us in this epic conversation with the glowing and not-afraid-to-step-outside-the-status-quo, Ana Hernando. Ana brings a wealth of knowledge and insights to our chat and explains the difference between OT Coaching and Life Coaching and … 06 – Holistic Health And Life Coaching ft Ana Hernando Read More » | |||
| 05 – Occupational Therapy Coaching | 18 Oct 2020 | 00:12:38 | |
Let’s dive into OT Coaching and look at the kinds of open-ended questions we can ask in therapy and how to assess a clients readiness to change. Let’s explore what coaching actually is and how you can intertwine coaching practices into your work today. OT Coaching moves us away from providing all the right {text … | |||
| 04 – Holistic OT: What’s In Our Scope Of Practice? The Grey Areas Uncovered ft Emmy Vadnais | 11 Oct 2020 | 00:29:53 | |
Are you curious about practicing holistically, but not sure what’s actually within our scope of practice? Are you keen to incorporate yoga, reiki, meditation, mindfulness {and more} into your work but unsure how to go about it? Here we talk with seasoned Holistic OT – Emmy Vadnais to get all of our questions answered! If … | |||
| 03 – Finding Passion & Purpose in OT | 04 Oct 2020 | 00:14:10 | |
Does your work get you fired up and jumping out of bed in the morning? Mine never used to. If you want to craft your profession around your passion or work your career around your lifestyle, then today’s episode is a must listen. I share my journey to doing work that truely matters …..to me. … | |||
| 02 – Occupation, Meaning And Looking Beyond The Label ft Brock Cook | 27 Sep 2020 | 00:40:08 | |
What is occupational therapy? How can we best describe it? How do we bring occupation to the forefront of our practice? Why shouldn't we be conforming to the medical model ways? What language should we use in our practice? Why should we be looking beyond the diagnostic label? Your questions answered. | |||
| 01 – Welcome To The OT Lifestyle Movement | 27 Aug 2020 | 00:07:38 | |
Welcome to the very first episode of The OT Lifestyle Movement Podcast! | |||
| 108 – Human Rights, Social Inclusion & Population Health ft Clare Hocking | 24 Sep 2023 | 00:59:07 | |
In this episode we are talking all about human rights, social inclusion and population health with Clare Hocking. We discuss: Clare Hocking is a New Zealand occupational therapy academic, and New Zealand’s first occupation therapy professor. She is currently a full professor at the Auckland University of Technology. Clare’s goal is to transform occupational therapy … 108 – Human Rights, Social Inclusion & Population Health ft Clare Hocking Read More » | |||
| 107 – Therapeutic Use of Self: Personal & Professional Self Intertwined ft Linda Finlay | 06 Sep 2023 | 01:14:30 | |
In this episode we are talking all about therapeutic use of self with psychotherapist, academic, author, researcher and former occupational therapist, Linda Finlay. We discuss: Linda is an integrative psychotherapist who has her own private practice in the UK. Linda originally qualified as an occupational therapist in 1977 and worked in the mental health field in … 107 – Therapeutic Use of Self: Personal & Professional Self Intertwined ft Linda Finlay Read More » | |||
| 106 – Sexuality, Sexual Identity, Gender, Pronouns & Intimacy ft Dr. Sakshi Tickoo | 15 Aug 2023 | 01:32:52 | |
In this episode we are talking all about sexuality, an often overlooked aspect of the human experience in our OT field. So we’re lifting the veil to develop a deeper understanding. We’re talking with Dr Sakshi Tickoo. In this episode we explore: Dr. Sakshi Tickoo (she/her) is a brown, queer Occupational Therapist and Sexuality … 106 – Sexuality, Sexual Identity, Gender, Pronouns & Intimacy ft Dr. Sakshi Tickoo Read More » | |||
| 105 – Navigating the NDIS: Assessments, Reports & Everything You Need To Know ft Sarah Collison | 30 Jul 2023 | 01:11:00 | |
In this episode we are talking all about the NDIS: The National Disability Insurance Scheme here in Australia. We are talking with Sarah Collison, Occupational Therapist, Director of Verve OT and administrator of The NDIS OT Community of Practice Facebook Group. We discuss: Sarah is an Occupational Therapist with over 20 years of experience and … | |||
| 104 -Occupational Science & Literacy, Awakening To Justice and Re-Imagining the Possibilities of Occupational Therapy ft Professor Elizabeth Townsend | 23 Jul 2023 | 01:21:30 | |
In this episode, it is an absolute privilege and pleasure to be speaking with Emeritus Professor Elizabeth Townsend. Liz is a remarkable occupational therapist, occupational scientist and scholar who developed Canadian Model of Occupational Performance and Engagement (CMOP-E) and has made significant contributions to the field of occupational therapy, occupational science and the understanding of … | |||
| 103 – Shifting The Goal Posts & Reaching Occupational Potential | 11 Jul 2023 | 00:20:57 | |
Goal setting is part of the therapeutic process, and I must say that how I go about setting goals with the people I work with has shifted and evolved in many ways over the past 15 years. I’ve come to learn that goal setting: | |||
| 102 – Raising the Collective Consciousness: “Occupation” Explored | 05 Jul 2023 | 00:13:31 | |
When we step fully into our role as an occupational therapist and own the title, when we educate the community on our understanding of ‘occupation’ – we raise the collective consciousness. But it starts with us. As occupational therapists we often get frustrated that no one knows what it is we do. And it’s a … 102 – Raising the Collective Consciousness: “Occupation” Explored Read More » | |||
| 101 – Person-Centered Care & Surviving a Stroke ft Emma Gee | 18 Jun 2023 | 00:56:01 | |
In this episode we explore person-entered care with occupational therapist and stroke survivor, Emma Gee. We discuss: Emma is an occupational therapist, a professional speaker and a person who survived a stroke when she was 24. In a moment, Emma’s life changed from that of a professional health provider and long-distance runner to that of … 101 – Person-Centered Care & Surviving a Stroke ft Emma Gee Read More » | |||
| 118 – Burnout, Static NDIS Price Rate and Finding Meaning in OT ft Dave Jereb | 28 Jul 2024 | 00:58:16 | |
In this episode we are talking to Dave Jereb, occupational therapist, paediatric clinic owner, author and mentor. We talk all about burnout, the static NDIS price rate and finding meaning in OT. We discuss: Dave is a paediatric occupational therapist based here in Australia with over 20 years of experience. He is the co-founder of MoveAbout … 118 – Burnout, Static NDIS Price Rate and Finding Meaning in OT ft Dave Jereb Read More » | |||
| 100 – Co-Regulation with Parents and Parent Coaching ft Maggie Viers | 04 Jun 2023 | 00:56:05 | |
In this episode we are talking all about co-regulating the parents, reparenting and parent coaching with occupational therapist and parent coach, Maggie Viers. We explore: Maggie is an Occupational Therapist and the founder of The Empowered Family. She is a transracial Korean adoptee, wife, and mom to 4 kids all under the age of 7. She … 100 – Co-Regulation with Parents and Parent Coaching ft Maggie Viers Read More » | |||
| 99 – Street Art, Graffiti and Occupational Therapy ft Gavin Symes | 28 May 2023 | 01:19:38 | |
In this episode we talk all about street art and graffiti as a meaningful therapeutic occupation with occupational therapist and not-afraid-to-question-the status-quo, Gavin Symes. We discuss: Gavin is an occupational therapist and founder of Wizard OT in Melbourne, Australia. In 2010 Gavin sustained a serious head injury that left him physically and cognitively impaired. His injury made … 99 – Street Art, Graffiti and Occupational Therapy ft Gavin Symes Read More » | |||
| 98 – Rhythm, Movement and Technology to Support Children’s Learning ft Bridgette Nicholson | 21 May 2023 | 01:23:46 | |
In this episode we are talking all about rhythmic movement and technology to support children’s learning with occupational therapist, Bridgette Nicholson. We discuss: Bridgette Nicholson has been an Occupational Therapist and Assistive Technology Consultant for over 34 years. She has provided direct services and consultation to school districts and organizations focusing on assistive technology, occupational … | |||
| 97 – Occupational Therapy History: The Evolution of the Profession ft Josie Jarvis | 15 May 2023 | 01:36:43 | |
In this episode we explore the history of occupational therapy with occupational therapist, Josie Jarvis. We take a deep dive into: This was an invigorating, highly interesting and intellectually stimulating conversation with Josie. I learnt way more than I expected. Her knowledge and enthusiasm for history, science and our profession blew me away. Josie Jarvis … 97 – Occupational Therapy History: The Evolution of the Profession ft Josie Jarvis Read More » | |||
| 96 – How To Be A Brave Occupational Therapist ft Carlyn Neek | 07 May 2023 | 00:57:51 | |
In this episode we talk all about being a brave occupational therapist with Occupational Therapist, Certified Coach Practitioner and podcaster, Carlyn Neek. We discuss: We are speaking with Carlyn Neek for the second time on this podcast! The first chat with Carolyn was episode #78 talking all about imposter syndrome, burn out and self … 96 – How To Be A Brave Occupational Therapist ft Carlyn Neek Read More » | |||
| 95 – Boredom and Why People Need Something To DO Every Day ft Jen Gash | 01 May 2023 | 01:04:50 | |
In this episode we talk all about boredom and how it relates to our work as occupational therapists. We talk with OT, author and artist Jen Gash about: Jen has been an occupational therapist for over 25 years but early in her career, realised her love for doing things differently, changing and developing services as … 95 – Boredom and Why People Need Something To DO Every Day ft Jen Gash Read More » | |||
| 94 – Unmasking The Authentic Neurodivergent Self & A Spiritual Path to Healing ft Stephanie Robertson | 17 Apr 2023 | 01:03:21 | |
In this episode we are talking all about neurodivergence, unmasking and spirituality with occupational therapist, Stephanie Robertson. We discuss: Stephanie Robertson is an occupational therapist based in Victoria Australia. She is extremely passionate about working with the neurodivergent community to support all areas of the human experience. Steph and her daughter are both neurodivergent … | |||
| 93 – Puberty & The Occupational Therapist’s Role; Education & Group Work ft Sarah Hausler | 09 Apr 2023 | 01:03:51 | |
In this episode we are talking all about Puberty with occupational therapist, Sarah Hausler. We discuss: Sarah Hausler is the principal Occupational Therapist of Bloom Wellbeing – a paediatric OT practice in Adelaide. Sarah is a Lecturer in Occupational Therapy at the University of Adelaide. She developed the Well Girls and Puberty Plus programs and … | |||
| 92 – Mindbody Medicine, Tensegrity & Lifestyle Approaches to Occupational Therapy ft Kelly Clancy | 03 Apr 2023 | 01:11:01 | |
In this episode with occupational therapist, Kelly Clancy, we talk all about: Kelly is an occupational therapist, certified hand therapist, holistic health counselor, Level 1 IFS practitioner, and a board-certified structural integrator and massage therapist. Kelly has been practicing in the field of rehabilitative medicine as an Occupational Therapist for over 36 years. Her focus … | |||
| 91 – Humanizing Healthcare: Beyond The Metrics and Back To Care ft Rafi Salazar | 26 Mar 2023 | 00:54:46 | |
Healthcare has become more about efficiency, productivity and profit and less about client satisfaction and individualized care. Many of us feel stuck in a system that isn’t working for us – we’re forever trying to keep up with KPI’s, policies and procedures. And ‘the system’ certainly isn’t the most beneficial for our clients. In this … 91 – Humanizing Healthcare: Beyond The Metrics and Back To Care ft Rafi Salazar Read More » | |||
| 117 – (ASK ME ANYTHING): From Doubt to Done: Starting a Business, Imposter Syndrome & Building Confidence | 07 Jul 2024 | 01:04:30 | |
In this special episode, I’m on the other side of the microphone! I’m taking the guest seat as I chat with a fellow OT, Jo, who reached out via Instagram. We realised our conversation could benefit a wider audience, tackling some of the most pressing questions in the world of occupational therapy and starting a … | |||
| 90 – Innovation, Non-Traditional OT Roles & Driving Simulation ft Bridget Mathis | 20 Mar 2023 | 01:18:12 | |
In today’s episode I speak with Bridget Mathis, Occupational Therapist from STISIM Drive; a driving simulation technology for clinical therapy, driver training, and driving research. In today’s episode Bridget and I discuss a day in the life of a non-traditional OT, driving simulation – what it is and how it helps, ways we can articulate … 90 – Innovation, Non-Traditional OT Roles & Driving Simulation ft Bridget Mathis Read More » | |||
| 89 – Occupational Justice, Narratives & Beyond The Biomedical Model ft Gail Whiteford | 13 Mar 2023 | 01:21:57 | |
When we have the humility to pay attention to the injustices occurring in the world around us, we recognise that we can become part of the solution. Solutions for a better tomorrow. In this episode I am joined by the incredible thought-leader and trail-blazer Emeritus Professor Gail Whiteford. In this episode we discuss what occupational … 89 – Occupational Justice, Narratives & Beyond The Biomedical Model ft Gail Whiteford Read More » | |||
| 88 – Neurodiversity–Affirming Therapy & Strengths Based Practice for Autistic People ft Meg Proctor | 05 Mar 2023 | 00:56:21 | |
In this episode we talk with the wonderfully insightful Meg Proctor – occupational therapist and founder of Learn Play Thrive, and explore; neurodiversity-affirming therapy, strengths-based approaches, why we need to ditch the medical model and stop pathologizing autism, why language matters and how to make the shift from person-first language to identity-first language, why neurotypical … | |||
| 87 – Transpersonal Occupational Therapy, Soul Awakenings & Therapeutic Use of Self ft Mick Collins | 26 Feb 2023 | 01:56:00 | |
In this episode I talk with Mick Collins, occupational therapist, author and incredible human being. We talk all about spirituality and how it plays a role in our practice as occupational therapists. We explore spiritual emergencies (and how the medical system often mistakes these for mental illness), transpersonal occupational therapy, shadow work, therapeutic use of self, … | |||
| 86 – The Essence of Occupational Therapy & The KAWA Model ft Professor Michael Iwama | 15 Aug 2022 | 01:57:41 | |
Today we are speaking with one of my biggest OT inspirations – thought leader, deep thinker and not-afraid-to challenge the status quo, Professor Michael Iwama. Michael Iwama is most famously known for creating The KAWA Model – an occupational therapy model that uses the metaphor of a river. In this episode, Michael and I explore: … 86 – The Essence of Occupational Therapy & The KAWA Model ft Professor Michael Iwama Read More » | |||
| 85 – Polyvagal Theory, Co-Regulation & An OT Approach ft Kelly Beins | 03 Aug 2022 | 01:07:10 | |
Do you want to learn how the Polyvagal Theory relates to our work as occupational therapists? Today we are taking a deep dive into it! The Polyvagal Theory is concerned with our physiological state. It provides us with understanding three neural circuits or physiological states that all stem from the autonomic nervous system (which regulates involuntary … 85 – Polyvagal Theory, Co-Regulation & An OT Approach ft Kelly Beins Read More » | |||