The CI Therapies Podcast
This is the CI Therapies podcast where we believe we are better together, small victories are celebrated, advocacy is our duty and barriers are meant to be removed. Our aim is to provide you with knowledge about differing abilities and ways to facilitate growth at home from wherever your child is at in their development.
Episodes
On this month's episode of The CI Therapies Podcast, Dr. Margaret Fitts, clinical psychologist, returns to discuss psychological testing for kids. Dr. Fitts describes what psychological testing is, what the process entails and who may be a good candidate. If you're interested in gaining insight into the testing process and getting answers to many related frequently asked questions, you won't want to miss this episode!
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Physical therapist, George Nunn joins us on the podcast to discuss toe walking in kids. George brings his expertise and the latest research insights on the topic. We’ll explore what toe walking is, some of the potential causes behind it, how it can impact a child’s development, and most importantly, how physical therapists can help. You won’t want to miss this episode full of insights and practical advice.
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The holiday season is fast approaching, which means many families are gearing up for travel! CI's very own OT Hannah Henrickson and Speech-Pathologist Rachel Triller are on the podcast today and we’re diving into practical tips to make your holiday travels smoother. Tune in for some of our favorite ideas to get the kiddos prepared for travel, sensory strategies and toy recommendations. We hope these ideas make the journey and holid...
While Halloween is a spooktacular time of year that can be fun and exciting, it also brings plenty of challenges for many. The CI East Middleton Team is on the podcast to share some strategies that can help the holiday go smoother for you and your child!
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On this month's episode of The CI Therapies Podcast we're diving in to discuss all things risky play with Ashley Verbick, COTA/L. This episode will cover the benefits of risky play and share ideas for how to successfully support and facilitate it as kids explore their world.
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On today’s episode, Stacy Haunfelder, COTA, joins us to explore some of our favorite strategies and tools for preparing not just your child, but your entire family for the transition back to school. Stacy shares practical recommendations to implement in the weeks leading up to the first day, along with strategies that will support your ...
We've invited Samantha (Sam) Haas with Playful Acorns to join us for this month's episode of the podcast to discuss getting kids and families outdoors all year long! As part of our discussion, Sam will share some ideas for outdoor play that are easy to implement with little to no extra equipment or toys as well as some of the benefits of being outside. We'll also learn more about Sam's story and why she started playfu...
On this episode of The CI Therapies Podcast, Becca Handler MSW, LCSW joins us to share insights on understanding and responding to a mental health crisis. This episode is intended to provide potential signs to help recognize when a child or loved one may be struggling. We hope it will help listeners better understand these situations, encourage proactive steps and empower seeking qualified support when needed.
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Physical Therapist, Nikki Hofslien joins us this month to share more about CI’s pediatric aquatic therapy program. Aquatic therapy uses the special properties of water – like buoyancy and resistance – to help children improve their strength, balance, coordination, and flexibility. It’s a gentle and effective way to target therapeutic goals without putting stress on their joints. Tune in to learn more and see if this s...
Do you consider your child a picky eater, are meal times stressful in your home? If so, today’s episode is for you! Aly Rogers, feeding trained, speech-language pathologist stops by to talk about the Division of Responsibility or DOR method. This is an approach that can be implemented and utilized by parents and caregivers right away. Listen in for strategies and tools to help make mealtimes fun and enjoyable for all!
...The Month of march is recognized as Child Life Specialist Month. Child Life Specialists are healthcare professionals that are trained to help children with preparation and navigation of a medical experience.
On today’s episode, Child Life Specialist, Jess Ehret will share some of the knowledge, tips and tricks she’s learned throughout her career. We know that doctor's appointments and medical procedures...
On this episode we welcome back, Beth Hanson, LMFT to discuss Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health. Beth has specialized education and extensive experience in this topic area. Tune in to learn more about supporting mental health for children ages 0-5 years and the importance of making it a priority in your home.
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Speech-language pathologists, Catherine Koss and Kalin Farnsworth are on this week's episode of The CI Therapies Podcast to discuss Augmentative and Alternative Communication, or AAC.
Most of use AAC in some capacity every day, some rely on a range of methods to supplement or replace spoken language. There are a wide variety of AAC methods and modalities and the technology continues to grow and evolve. This episode wi...
Speech-language pathologist, Ann Jonker is back on this week's episode of The CI Therapies Podcast to discuss literacy and how it goes beyond just reading and writing. Ann discusses the 5 components of literacy and the role SLPs can play in supporting readers. This episode is full of great information that's applicable to parents, caregivers and teachers.
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On this week's episode of The CI Therapies Podcast we are joined by Michael Weinberg, CAPSW and Psychotherapist in Training. Michael has a lot of experience supporting individuals with ADHD and stopped by to share some of his favorite tools and strategies with our listeners. This episode is packed with tools and suggestions that anyone can use!
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We're starting off the new year with Season 2 of The CI Therapies Podcast. Sam Oehler, helps us kick things off this episode by sharing more about Advance; CI's one-of-a-kind intensive PT/OT program!
This program is in it's second decade at CI and is something we are especially proud of. Listen in to find out more about this program and if your child may be a potential candidate!
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Have you ever wondered what the terms deductible, coinsurance or max out of pocket mean? This episode is for you! We are joined by two members of CI's billing team to help make sense of the many nuances and frequently asked questions regarding billing and insurance at CI.
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We just love this time of year! Check out our special bonus episode of The CI Therapies Podcast for your go-to guide for all things toys and gift giving. Laura Nagel, OTR/L, BCP joined us to discuss the importance of play and strategies for thoughtful gift giving to support play at every age. Laura came prepared with recommendations for her favorite brands, books and suggestions for non-toy items! Trust us, your shopping list will ...
So many beloved holiday traditions are centered around food, which can be tricky for many kids. Catie Oehler, SLP, joined us on an episode of The CI Therapies Podcast to offer some guidance to support our kids during mealtimes this holiday season, including things you can do to prepare and suggestions for day of!
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The holidays are quickly approaching! Schedules and routines change, there’s lots of people to see and places to be this time of year which can be disregulating and overwhelming for kids (and adults!) On this episode of The CI Therapies Podcast, we welcome back Ashley Verbick, COTA/L, to share some strategies for making the holidays more relaxing and inclusive for all.
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