# occupational therapy (podcasts) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 3 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover occupational therapy. Page: Feed: --- ## [Ep 178: The Hidden Power of Writing, Craft and Kindness](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/healthmatters/episodes/Ep-178-The-Hidden-Power-of-Writing--Craft-and-Kindness-e3nb4qd) _2026-08-12 · Karen Jacobs · HealthMatters_ Join us for an interesting and uplifting conversation with Katie Brunner, a marketer and enrollment staff member at Sargent College. She works primarily with Sargent College's graduate programs to ensure that those interested can smoothly transition from prospective applicants to enrolled students. Outside of BU, she is a nonfiction writer and musician. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/12de8ac0/podcast/play/124145933/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-12%2Fd177a9fe-8d80-a122-2473-09f5f28e11ff.mp3) ## What Hundreds of School-Based OTPs Revealed About Their Actual Practice _2026-08-10 · The OT Schoolhouse Podcast for School-Based OT Practitioners_ What's really happening in school-based OT practice across the country? In this episode, Jayson sits down with Hannah Smiles, OTD, OTR/L, to unpack findings from a national survey of 331 school-based occupational therapists across 41 states, published in the open-access Open Journal of Occupational Therapy . Hannah and her research team examined the entire OT process — from referral through… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/1722930/episodes/19623486-what-hundreds-of-school-based-otps-revealed-about-their-actual-practice.mp3) ## [Ep 177: Co-Regulation: Developing a Course for Caregivers as a Doctoral Project](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/healthmatters/episodes/Ep-177-Co-Regulation-Developing-a-Course-for-Caregivers-as-a-Doctoral-Project-e3mnb1k) _2026-07-29 · Karen Jacobs · HealthMatters_ Join us for a captivating conversation with Maria Slavin, discussing her time in BU's Post-Professional Occupational Therapy Doctoral Program. She dives into her doctoral project, developing a course for caregivers on co-regulation and the importance of regulation and attachment! [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/12de8ac0/podcast/play/123496948/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-6-29%2F428854500-44100-2-7917f8bcbceb2.m4a) ## Moving Beyond “Sensory vs. Behavior” in School Based OT _2026-07-27 · The OT Schoolhouse Podcast for School-Based OT Practitioners_ What if we've been asking the wrong question all along? For years, school-based occupational therapy practitioners have debated whether challenging student behaviors are driven by sensory processing differences or behavior. But what if that distinction isn't the most important one? In this episode, Jayson is joined by Kristen Brokamp, OTR/L and Breanna Lynch, OTR/L , co-founders of Holding Space… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/1722930/episodes/19554060-moving-beyond-sensory-vs-behavior-in-school-based-ot.mp3) ## A School OTP'S Guide to Dysgraphia and Written Expression _2026-07-13 · The OT Schoolhouse Podcast for School-Based OT Practitioners_ In this episode, Jayson Davies sits down with Kelli Fetter, founder of Handwriting Solutions, to explore the world of dysgraphia — from the challenges of diagnosis and assessment to evidence-based, school-based intervention strategies. Kelli shares her personal journey as both an OT and parent of a child with dysgraphia, and explains why she believes school-based OTs are the most well-positioned… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/1722930/episodes/19484956-a-school-otp-s-guide-to-dysgraphia-and-written-expression.mp3) ## Sensory Wellness for Overwhelmed School-Based OTs _2026-06-29 · The OT Schoolhouse Podcast for School-Based OT Practitioners_ If you're a school-based occupational therapy practitioner feeling burnt out, dysregulated, or overwhelmed by your caseload, this episode is for you. Robyn Chu, MOT, OTR/L, author of Sensory Wellness: The Art and Science of Thriving , joins us to flip the traditional sensory conversation on its head. Instead of focusing solely on how to support students' sensory needs, Robyn discusses how… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/1722930/episodes/19415474-sensory-wellness-for-overwhelmed-school-based-ots.mp3) ## What MTSS Interventions Produce the Best Results for Sensory Processing? _2026-06-15 · The OT Schoolhouse Podcast for School-Based OT Practitioners_ Struggling to figure out how occupational therapy fits within your school's MTSS framework? In this episode, Dr. Courtney Boitano shares findings from two groundbreaking studies on sensory processing interventions for kindergarten and fifth-grade students. As a faculty member at San Jose State University and a school-based OT with over 15 years of experience, Courtney provides practical insights… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/1722930/episodes/19351513-what-mtss-interventions-produce-the-best-results-for-sensory-processing.mp3) ## [Ep 176: Pornography: What occupational therapists need to know for clinical practice](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/healthmatters/episodes/Ep-176-Pornography-What-occupational-therapists-need-to-know-for-clinical-practice-e3kju0d) _2026-06-12 · Karen Jacobs · HealthMatters_ Join us for an engaging conversation with Emily F. Rothman, ScD and Dr. Kathryn Ellis about pornography within OT. Emily F. Rothman, ScD is Professor and Chair of the Occupational Therapy Department at Boston University. She has more than 10 years of experience conducting research and education about sexually explicit media, among other topics. Dr. Kathryn Ellis is a Doctor of Occupational… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/12de8ac0/podcast/play/121288141/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-5-10%2Fc91409c0-6be0-472a-651f-370d2f2f10c2.mp3) ## Why Every School-Based OT Needs an Occupational Profile _2026-06-01 · The OT Schoolhouse Podcast for School-Based OT Practitioners_ Are you still relying on the Peabody or BOT as your go-to assessment? You're not alone, but you might be missing something critical. In this episode, we dive deep into occupation-based assessment with Dr. Alysha Skuthan and Dr. Erin Gaby, who recently published groundbreaking research on the occupational profile in school-based practice. This conversation is for every school-based OT who has ever… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/1722930/episodes/19271486-why-every-school-based-ot-needs-an-occupational-profile.mp3) ## [Episode 175: Sensory Overload vs. Structured Learning: How Children’s TV Shapes Speech Development](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/healthmatters/episodes/Episode-175-Sensory-Overload-vs--Structured-Learning-How-Childrens-TV-Shapes-Speech-Development-e3jvv7u) _2026-05-27 · Karen Jacobs · HealthMatters_ Join us for a fascinating conversation with Kaylin Torres, a senior at Boston University in the Kilachand Honors College studying Linguistics and Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences in Sargent College. Her senior Keystone research project, “Sensory Overload vs. Structured Learning: The Role of Children’s TV in Speech Development,” explores how specific features of children’s media, such as… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/12de8ac0/podcast/play/120634046/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-4-27%2F10512e77-0e2f-af1c-01e0-be65e24b1a0c.mp3) ## [Retro Grid Dungeon Crawler (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/YhWh2tBDBHco) _2026-05-27 · **Sponsored**_ Retro grid movement with first-person combat, loot and skill-tree progression. ## School Lunch Struggles and Sensory Processing in School-Based OT _2026-05-18 · The OT Schoolhouse Podcast for School-Based OT Practitioners_ When a student refuses to eat at school, it affects everything—academic performance, regulation, social interactions, and the afternoon meltdown that follows. In this episode, @Jayson Davies sits down with Alisha Grogan, MOT, OTR/L, founder of Your Kid's Table, to talk about feeding challenges in school-based OT. Alisha brings over 20 years of experience working with extreme picky eaters and… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/1722930/episodes/19191588-school-lunch-struggles-and-sensory-processing-in-school-based-ot.mp3) ## School-Aged Mental Health in a Post-COVID World _2026-05-04 · The OT Schoolhouse Podcast for School-Based OT Practitioners_ This course explores the evolving landscape of school-aged mental health in a post-COVID world and the expanding role of occupational therapy in supporting students’ emotional, behavioral, and functional participation. Dr. Monica Keen examines current mental-health trends, trauma-informed care, behavior changes following the pandemic, and evidence-aligned OT strategies for school settings.… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/1722930/episodes/19120263-school-aged-mental-health-in-a-post-covid-world.mp3) ## [Episode 174: Thriving in Nature: Promoting Well-Being through Occupation](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/healthmatters/episodes/Episode-174-Thriving-in-Nature-Promoting-Well-Being-through-Occupation-e3ijmr1) _2026-04-28 · Karen Jacobs · HealthMatters_ Shannon Kara is an occupational therapist, small business owner, and doctoral student at Boston University whose work focuses on nature-based interventions for adults with neurodiversity and intellectual disability. She is the founder of Coree Occupational Therapy in Canberra, Australia, where she leads a team providing person-centered services across community and home settings. Shannon’s… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/12de8ac0/podcast/play/119183649/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-3-28%2Ffd487305-f053-7fa1-e444-015e5c4b89e5.mp3) ## From NBCOT Struggles to School-Based OT _2026-04-20 · The OT Schoolhouse Podcast for School-Based OT Practitioners_ Transitioning from OT student to practicing clinician isn’t always a straight path—and in this episode, Chandler Sarkozi shares her real, unfiltered journey into school-based practice. From taking the NBCOT multiple times to navigating job options and ultimately choosing a travel-based school position, this conversation highlights the challenges many new grads face but don’t often talk about.… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/1722930/episodes/19040261-from-nbcot-struggles-to-school-based-ot.mp3) ## [Ep 173: Advancing Inclusive Early Childhood Education Through Embedded Occupational Therapy Practitioner and Teacher Collaboration](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/healthmatters/episodes/Ep-173-Advancing-Inclusive-Early-Childhood-Education-Through-Embedded-Occupational-Therapy-Practitioner-and-Teacher-Collaboration-e3htrm6) _2026-04-15 · Karen Jacobs · HealthMatters_ Join us for an engaging conversation with Karen Katzman, pediatric occupational therapist, private practice owner, and doctoral candidate in the PP-OTD program at Boston University. Karen shares about her years of experience and passion for OT in the pediatric space. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/12de8ac0/podcast/play/118467718/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-3-14%2Fd5370e8e-6e21-0a0c-250a-8e19fa930b3c.mp3) ## Advocacy Wins Every School-Based OT Should Know _2026-04-09 · The OT Schoolhouse Podcast for School-Based OT Practitioners_ In this episode, Jayson discusses the often-overlooked but critical role that state and national occupational therapy associations play in protecting and advancing the profession. He highlights major advocacy wins from the past year, including AOTA's successful defense of Section 504, California's groundbreaking administrative credential legislation, Nevada's prevention of ABA encroachment on ADL… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/1722930/episodes/18965754-advocacy-wins-every-school-based-ot-should-know.mp3) ## [Ep 172: A Dietitian's Journey - From family to food to fueling athletes.](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/healthmatters/episodes/Ep-172-A-Dietitians-Journey---From-family-to-food-to-fueling-athletes-e3h3fbf) _2026-04-01 · Karen Jacobs · HealthMatters_ Dr. Paula Quatromoni is a tenured Associate Professor of Nutrition and Epidemiology at Boston University. Her work focuses on eating disorders, sports nutrition, child health, dietary patterns, and cardiometabolic disease. She founded BU’s sports nutrition consult service and helped create the GOALS Program for athletes with eating disorders. She teaches courses in nutritional epidemiology, eating… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/12de8ac0/podcast/play/117603119/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-2-28%2F2d953104-102a-72a2-d2b0-35fcd6681b81.mp3) ## [Ep 171: Supporting First Generation Students and Pursuing an MBA](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/healthmatters/episodes/Ep-171-Supporting-First-Generation-Students-and-Pursuing-an-MBA-e3glgm2) _2026-03-19 · Karen Jacobs · HealthMatters_ Join us for a fun and interesting conversation with KC Barnes who shares her experience as a first generation scholar, her journey to working in Clinical Education Services at BU, and her continued education journey earning an MBA and working to help the next first generation students in line. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/12de8ac0/podcast/play/117145730/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-2-19%2F420317583-44100-2-c4ee6f69a3964.mp3) ## [The Journey of a Person who Stutters](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/healthmatters/episodes/The-Journey-of-a-Person-who-Stutters-e3fum90) _2026-03-04 · Karen Jacobs · HealthMatters_ Chris works as a Correction Officer, living in the Boston area. In his free time, he likes to workout, cook and spend time with friends and family. He has stuttered since age four. Mindfulness and meditation have played a huge part in his stuttering journey. Over the years, Chris has learned that achieving fluency isn’t necessary to be successful in life. He is now a mentor at the Center for… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/12de8ac0/podcast/play/116397792/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-2-4%2F0e7a096b-7734-695e-bedf-a30576b5a289.mp3) ## [Adaptive Seating & Skin Integrity: From Pressure Injury Staging to Comfort Tension](https://seniorsflourish.libsyn.com/adaptive-seating-skin-integrity-from-pressure-injury-staging-to-comfort-tension) _2026-02-20 · The OT Flourish Podcast_ Ever felt like you were "in the weeds" with a complex pressure injury? You aren't alone. Our guest, Caitlin Schober, PT, DPT, from Broda Seating and I are ditching the dry textbook definitions and getting into the nitty-gritty of skin protection through seating options. We discuss why a Stage 1 is trickier than you think, the "traffic jam" caused by those pesky donut cushions, and how to advocate… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/seniorsflourish/adaptive_seating___skin_integrity__from_pressure_injury_staging_to_comfort_tension.mp3?dest-id=463747) ## [ThreatCrush on GitHub (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/cGJvlRpQz9KJ) _2026-02-20 · **Sponsored**_ View the ThreatCrush listing on the GitHub Marketplace. ## [Ep 169: Choosing the Right Home to Guarantee Successful Aging in Place](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/healthmatters/episodes/Ep-169-Choosing-the-Right-Home-to-Guarantee-Successful-Aging-in-Place-e3f83uj) _2026-02-18 · Karen Jacobs · HealthMatters_ Join us for an engaging conversation with Dr. David Bernstein as he shares about his new book. David Bernstein, MD is an award-winning physician and author who is board certified in both Internal Medicine and Geriatrics practicing in Clearwater, Florida. His 40 years of experience have provided him with opportunities to observe and empathize with thousands of adults as they age. He has integrated… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/12de8ac0/podcast/play/115658131/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-1-18%2F40707cb3-ad68-615a-04e9-75703ab694a9.mp3) ## [Why We Work Hard, Play Harder, and Rep the Hardest in Neuro Rehab](https://seniorsflourish.libsyn.com/why-we-work-hard-play-harder-and-rep-the-hardest-in-neuro-rehab) _2026-01-20 · The OT Flourish Podcast_ If you've ever felt like you're just "going through the motions" of a morning ADL routine while your neuro-brain is screaming for more evidence-based intensity, this episode is your permission slip to change the game. Today, I'm joined by Jenna Barber, MOT, OTR/L, BCPR , a neuro specialist who lives in the tension between high-level stroke research and the grit of acute care. We're pulling back… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/seniorsflourish/why_we_work_hard__play_harder__and_rep_the_hardest_in_neuro_rehab.mp3?dest-id=463747) ## [Animal-Assisted Interventions in OT: From Pets to Partners](https://seniorsflourish.libsyn.com/animal-assisted-interventions-in-ot-from-pets-to-partners) _2025-11-05 · The OT Flourish Podcast_ This podcast episode delves into the integration of animal-assisted therapy within occupational therapy (OT). Featuring experts Dr. Macy Burr OTD, OTR/L and Dr. Taylor Chasten Griffin PhD, the episode explores how therapy dogs contribute to therapeutic outcomes. Highlighting various settings, from schools to assisted living facilities, it emphasizes the motivational and engagement benefits animals… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/seniorsflourish/from_pets_to_partners__animal_assisted_therapy_in_ot.mp3?dest-id=463747) ## [Level Up Your Treatment Plan: Why Older Adults Should Be Gaming](https://seniorsflourish.libsyn.com/level-up-your-treatment-plan-why-older-adults-should-be-gaming) _2025-10-01 · The OT Flourish Podcast_ When we think of "meaningful occupation" for older adults, the traditional picture is usually gardening 🪴 or knitting. But as Mandy Chamberlain MOTR/L and Erik Johnson OTD, MS, OTR/L brilliantly discuss, that mindset needs a serious level up . This episode explores how video games are rapidly becoming a crucial, evidence-based tool in our OT arsenal. Forget the old misconceptions; gaming is a… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/seniorsflourish/level_up_your_treatment_plan__why_older_adults_should_be_gaming.mp3?dest-id=463747) ## [Brain Boost: An OTP's Guide to Modifiable Cognitive Health](https://seniorsflourish.libsyn.com/brain-boost-an-ot-s-guide-to-modifiable-cognitive-health) _2025-08-28 · The OT Flourish Podcast_ In this episode of the OT Flourish Podcast, Mandy Chamberlain, an occupational therapist, explores how OTs are uniquely positioned to enhance brain health through modifiable risk factors. Joined by certified OT assistant Corrin Campbell BS, COTA/L, they delve into strategies for preventing cognitive decline by combining cognitive stimulation and physical activity. They emphasize the importance of… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/seniorsflourish/brain_boost__an_ot_s_guide_to_modifiable_cognitive_health.mp3?dest-id=463747) ## [Beyond ADA: DME Prescription, Resources & Documentation](https://seniorsflourish.libsyn.com/beyond-ada-dme-prescription-resources-documentation) _2025-07-21 · The OT Flourish Podcast_ Let's delve into the intricate world of adaptive equipment in occupational therapy with our guest Dr Brandy Archie OTD. By sharing personal experiences from various healthcare settings, they reveal the crucial role OT practitioners play, advocating for custom solutions that prioritize patient safety and independence. The episode uncovers the often-overlooked complexity of recommending and… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/seniorsflourish/beyond_ada__dme_prescription__resources___documentation.mp3?dest-id=463747) ## [OT Mindset Shift: Using Gratitude, Mindfulness & Breathwork](https://seniorsflourish.libsyn.com/ot-mindset-shift-using-gratitude-mindfulness-breathwork) _2025-05-28 · The OT Flourish Podcast_ In this episode, we're diving deep into OT burnout prevention —what it looks like, why it happens, and how we can address it head-on. Whether you're a seasoned therapist or a student just entering the field, burnout is something we all need to be aware of. But here's the good news: burnout isn't inevitable, and there are ways to prevent it. I'm joined by Deanna M. Ottinger, ppOTD, OTR/L, CAPS,… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/seniorsflourish/ot_mindset_shift__using_gratitude__mindfulness___breathwork.mp3?dest-id=463747) ## [How Chaining Techniques Empower Independence in Neuro OT](https://seniorsflourish.libsyn.com/how-chaining-techniques-empower-independence-in-neuro-ot) _2025-04-22 · The OT Flourish Podcast_ In this episode, I'm joined by Jessica Miller OTR, CBIS, an occupational therapist with a passion for neuro, to discuss chaining techniques , and how it helps patients in neuro rehabilitation. Jessica shares practical insights on incorporating backward chaining in therapy, her approach to fostering patient independence, and tips for OT practitioners working with neuro patients. Key Takeaways:… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/seniorsflourish/how_chaining_techniques_empower_independence_in_neuro_ot.mp3?dest-id=463747) ## [Writing Rock Solid OT Goals: The Secret Sauce for Effective Therapy](https://seniorsflourish.libsyn.com/writing-rock-solid-ot-goals-the-secret-sauce-for-effective-therapy) _2025-03-20 · The OT Flourish Podcast_ Struggling with OT goal writing? In this episode, I explore why goal writing can be so challenging and how to overcome common pitfalls. I'll also give a sneak peek into my upcoming ebook, Mastering OT Goal Writing The Ultimate Guide and Goal Bank for Adult Rehab, launching next week! Key Takeaways EMR Limitations Dont let dropdown menus box you incustomize when possible. Goal Formats Use COAST,… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/seniorsflourish/Writing-Rock-Solid-OT-Goals--The-Secret-Sauce-for-Effective-Therapy.mp3?dest-id=463747) ## [Stream Torrents and IPTV Instantly (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/rHieWc5p5t0X) _2025-03-20 · **Sponsored**_ Search, index, and play music, movies, books, and live TV in your browser. ## [FIELDWORK INSIGHTS: OT Secrets to Success w/ Erin Jeffords OTD, MS, OTR/L](https://seniorsflourish.libsyn.com/fieldwork-insights-ot-secrets-to-success-w-erin-jeffords-otd-ms-otrl) _2025-02-18 · The OT Flourish Podcast_ Level II fieldwork is a major milestone in occupational therapy education—both exciting and nerve-wracking. In this episode of the OT Flourish Podcast, Erin Jeffords OTD, MS, OTR/L joins us to share real advice from students who've just completed their 12-week rotations. We'll discuss their biggest challenges, what they wish they had known, and practical tips to help you succeed with confidence.… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/seniorsflourish/FIELDWORK-INSIGHTS--OT-Secrets-to-Success.mp3?dest-id=463747)