The OT Schoolhouse Podcast for School-Based OT Practitioners
Episodes
The ABCs of School-Based OT (U-Z)
25 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
To celebrate OT Month, the #ABCsofOT are taking over the OT Schoolhouse Podcast for the month of April. More specifically, we are taking on the ABCs o...
The ABCs of School-Based OT (N-T)
18 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
To celebrate OT Month, the #ABCsofOT are taking over the OT Schoolhouse Podcast for the month of April. More specifically, we are taking on the ABCs o...
The ABCs of School-Based OT (G-M)
11 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
To celebrate OT Month, the #ABCsofOT are taking over the OT Schoolhouse Podcast for the month of April. More specifically, we are taking on the ABCs o...
OT Month Special: ABCs of School-Based OT
04 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Happy OT Month!To celebrate, the #ABCsofOT are taking over the OT Schoolhouse Podcast for the month of April. More specifically, we are taking on the ...
Answering OT Practitioners' Questions About Real School-Based OT Problems
28 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the OT Schoolhouse Podcast, I am answering the questions submitted by several of our OT Schoolhouse Podcast listeners. From "w...
10 Ways to Celebrate OT Month as a School-Based OTP [Free Handout]
14 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today on the OT Schoolhouse Podcast, we are talking about OT Month coming up in April. Why are we doing this in March, you ask? Because OT Month is wo...
How OTPs Support Kinship Families in Education with Angela Provenzano
28 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the OT Schoolhouse Podcast, we are joined by Angela Provenzano, OTD Student, to discuss kinship families and what we should know as...
Incorporating Mindfulness as a School-Based OT Practitioner feat. Deirdre Azzopardi, OTD, OTR/L
14 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the OT schoolhouse podcast, we discuss mindfulness in school-based OT with Dr. Deirdre Azzopardi of TheMindfulSchoolOT.com.Dierdre ...
OTS 91: What the Every Student Succeeds Act means for OTPs with Abe Saffer, MPM
31 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Our role in special education was established in 1775 with the passing of The Education for All Handicapped Children Act. A lot has changed since then...
Teletherapy Beyond the Pandemic with Kristin Martinez , M.A., CCC-SLP & Tasha Holmes, MOT
17 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
During the pandemic, teletherapy found its foothold as the world shut down and continues to now reopen. However, despite schools and businesses reopen...
Handwriting & Beyond in School-Based OT with Dr. Beverly Moskowitz, DOT, MS, OTR/L, FAOTA
03 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the OT School House Podcast, we have a very special guest with decades of experience in helping therapists, teachers, and adults ar...
Changing the Face of School OT Feat. Jaime Spencer, MS, OTR/L
13 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
School-based Occupational therapists have been a part of public education since legislation was initially enacted in the 1970âs. Contrary to this, s...
Fostering Safe & Regulating Environments in the Classroom with Dr. Jamie Chaves, OTD, OTR/L, SWC
29 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
School-based occupational therapists wear many hats. Sometimes we treat students individually and other times we have to train the teachers in ways th...
Journal Club: The Problem with Caseloads
08 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this journal club edition of the OT School House Podcast, we are examining the 2020 Seruya & Garfinkle article about current workload trend...
Moving Toward Collaborative Services Featuring Meghan Fox, OTR/L
25 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I am bringing on Meghan Fox, OTR/L, from Wootherapy.com to talk about her transition from providing primarily pull-out OT services, t...
Journal Club: OT in High School & Post-Secondary Transition Planning
11 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Help! I was just assigned to a high school & I have no idea what to do!!Ever had that thought before? It is not uncommon for me to receive an emai...
Evaluations vs. Screenings
27 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jayson shares the difference between screenings and evaluations. Using AOTA documents, IDEA references, and court cases, we will disc...
Handwriting With At-Risk Kindergarteners (Journal Club)
13 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered if that handwriting intervention you provide is helpful? Or how about what that intervention in the research article actually l...
School-Based OT Workloads With Alexa Corley, OTD
30 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the OT School House Podcast, we are talking to recent graduate, Alexa Corley, about her OTD capstone where she surveyed and intervi...
Ergonomics In and Out of School with Kirsten Beshay, OTD, MA, OTR/L
16 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We are kicking off the 2021-22 school year with the perfect topic - Ergonomics. For the better part of 18 months, many of us have been working from ho...
Budgeting & Tackling Student Loans With Amirra Condelee, OTD, OTR/L
26 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the show notes for Episode 79 of the OT School House Podcast.Money makes the world go round. It's that simple... Okay, well, maybe i...
Writing Easier With the Legiliner & Polly Benson, OTR/L
12 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are talking with school-based OT and creator of the popular LegiLiner tool, Polly Benson, OTR/L.After years of drawing lines on paper for kid...
Friendly Adapted Shoes with Joseph DiFrancisco, MS, OT/L, Chief Friendly Officer
07 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are talking with a former school-based OT who is well aware of the struggles OTs come across while working in the schools. In fact, it is tha...
Diving into the Schoodles: School Fine Motor Assessment with Authors Marie Frank, OTR/L & Monica Fortunato, OTR/L
24 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever heard of the Schoodles School Fine Motor Assessment tool? I recently became aware of it and have now added it to my repertoire of evalua...
Journal Club: Free vs. Paid Typing Programs
17 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the OT School House Podcast, Jayson gets real while breaking down a 2018 article outlining a specific typing program and it's ...
Which is it: ADHD or SPD? Featuring Debbie Lund, MS, OTR/L
09 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
 "What is the difference between ADHD and Sensory Processing disorder?" Has a parent or a teacher ever asked you that question? This has al...
10 Things You Can Do Now, To Make Next Year Easier
03 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we are going to talk about 10 things that you can do right now, at the end of this school year, to make NEXT school year a little bit easier. S...
Journal Club: How Much of School is Fine Motor, Anyway?
26 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today, we are focusing on the activities children participate in during education in 3 specific grade levels as we discuss a recent brief report publi...
OTSH 71: The Eighth Sense - Interoception with Dr. Kelly Mahler, OTD, OTR/L
19 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we have Dr. Kelly Mahler on to introduce us to Interoception. Very few people have ever heard of interception and even less k...
OTSH 70: Insights From a SBOT Trained Outside of America Feat. Ushma Sampat, MS, OTR/L, CAS
12 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you trained in the USA, Greece, India, or anywhere else in the world to be an OT, this episode with Ushma Sampat is sure to teach you several ...
OT Month Special: Supporting Our Profession + Giveaway
05 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this OT Month special episode, I am teaming up with Sarah Putt from the OT 4 Lyfe Podcast to talk about the importance of supporting our OT associa...
OTSH 68: Travel Therapy as a School-Based OT with Devon Breithart, OTR/L
29 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we are highlighting travel opportunities as an occupational therapy practitioner with Devon Breithart, OTR/L. But that's not all!...
OTSH 67: What is Typical Legibility Among Second Graders?
22 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes we simply forget what average is and need a reminder. In episode 67, we are having a discussion about a recent journal article that looks at...
OTSH 66: Post Secondary Transition Planning with Liz Abadiotakis, OTD, OTR/L
15 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wondered what to do with your high school students? Did you there is such a thing as a Post Secondary Transition Plan that is required f...
OTSH 65: Journal Club: Comfortable Cafeteria Program
08 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 65, we are having a discussion about a recent journal article that looks at school-based occupational therapists' role and capabilitie...
OTSH 64: Sensory, Stress, & Behavior with Olivia Martinez-Hauge, MFTA, OTR/L
01 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today, I am welcoming Olivia Martinez-Hauge, MFTA, OTR/L, back to the podcast. Olivia is a school-based OT, a parent of a child with special needs, an...
OTSH 63: Sensory Integration & Independent Educational Evaluations with Susanne Smith Roley, OTD
16 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 63 of the OT Schoolhouse Podcast, Jayson interviews a leader in the sensory integration community. Dr. Susanne Smith Roley, OTR/L, OTD, FOT...
Using the SCERTS Model to Support Education Feat. Amy Laurent, Ph.D., OTR/L
01 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I interview Amy Laurent, Ph.D., OTR/L, from the SCERTS Model and Autism Level up. Amy uniquely holds degrees in OT, special education...
OTSH 61: Using Holistic Circus in Occupational Therapy Feat. Jill Maglio
19 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 61 of the OT Schoolhouse Podcast, I have a fantastic conversation with Jill Maglio, OTR/L, on how she incorporates her passion for circus i...
OTSH 60: 2020 Review & 5 Resolutions For School-Based OTs
04 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I am looking back at what I learned from 2020 and sharing what you can expect from the OT Schoolhouse in 2021. We will also review 5 ...
OTSH 59: When To Use Screenings In School-Based OT
12 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
 In this episode, I'm sharing with you the who, what, when, where, why & how of screenings in the school-based OT setting. Whether you are a...
OTSH 58: Occupational Therapy in Preschool with Amanda Speights, OTR/L
28 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the OT Schoolhouse Podcast, I have a conversation with Amanda Speights, OTR/L about what occupational therapy looks like in a presc...
OTSH 57: Telehealth Platforms, Evaluations, & Ethics (2-hours professional development available)
14 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
 In this second episode of the 2-part teletherapy series, I discuss the pros and cons of the most popular telehealth platforms being used by public s...
OTSH 56: Telehealth Guidance, Practice, & Research
31 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the OT Schoolhouse Podcast, I share guidance, research, and practical strategies related to providing telehealth occupational thera...
OTSH 55: Back to School - Part 2 - Feat: Jaime Spencer & Billy Hatridge
17 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On this special event episode of the OT School House Podcast, Jayson welcomes to the show occupational therapists, Jaime Spencer, OTR/L, and Billy Hat...
OTSH 54: Back to School Plans During a Pandemic
03 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On this special event episode of the OT School House Podcast, Jayson welcomes to the show occupational therapist, Olivia Martinez-Hauge, MFTA, OTR/L, ...
OTSH 53: The Collaborative AAC Process Feat. Annabeth Knight & Mara Jonet
13 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the OT School House Podcast, Jayson welcomes to the show the wonderful minds behind @TheFannyPackTherapist to talk about their spec...
OTSH 52: How Teachers & OTs Perceive School-Based OT Ft. Tiffany Bolton, OTD
29 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Have you every felt unappreciated by the teachers at your school? Well, listen to this episode to learn what a small research study has to say about t...
OTSH 51: FAB Strategies For Complex Behaviors Feat. Dr. John Pagano
15 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Join Jayson and Dr. John Pagano as we talk about the assessment and treatment of children and adolescents displaying complex behaviors. Dr. Pagano sha...
OTSH 50: Landing a School-Based Occupational Therapy Job Feat. Amanda Clark, OTR/L
18 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jayson hosts fellow occupational therapist, Amanda Clark, to talk about the differences between a contract school-based job and a dis...
OT School House 49: Homeschooling - Coaching Families for Success Feat. Sarah Collins, OTR/L
18 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jayson interviews Sarah Collins, OTR/L. Sarah is an occupational therapist that specializes in supporting students who are homeschool...
OTSH 48: How I am Providing Teletherapy Services
04 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jayson shares how he has transitioned to providing teletherapy for the students on his caseload. He talks about the technology invol...
OTSH 47: Notes From a Special Education Attorney Feat. Tony Tai Nguyen, PC
20 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jayson hosts Tony Tai Nguyen, a Special Education Attorney based in southern California. Together we discuss why parents seek out att...
OTSH 46: School-Based Occupational Therapy in Rural America â Feat. Billy Hatridge, OTR/L
06 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jayson hosts "The OT Dad", Billy Hatridge, to talk about what it is like to an education-based occupational therapist in th...
OTSH 45: Tips For New School-Based OTs From The OTSH Community
23 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jayson shares advice from eighteen fellow school-based occupational therapists and members of the OT School House Community! We cover...
OTSH 44: The OT - OTA Working Relationship Feat. Mary KleinHeksel & Cait Bowen
09 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jayson hosts an OT/OTA team from the state of Michigan to discuss the dynamics of the working relationship and how to maximize commun...
OTSH 43: Seven Reminders For That Tough IEP Meeting
24 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share 7 tips to help you get ready for a tough, maybe high-profile, IEP. With the help of a few personal experiences, I talk about ...
OTSH 42: Building A Solid Foundation In RTI For Occupational Therapists
12 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
One aspect of school-based OT that both therapists and administrators alike seem to be reaching for is the development of an effective and organized ...
OTSH 41: Building a School-Based Occupational Profile (With Handout)
29 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 41, Jayson talks about the American Occupational Therapy Association's Occupational Profile and how it can be better suited to meet th...
OTSH 40: SBOT Journal Club - Autism, Hand Strength, & Handwriting Feat. Billy Hatridge
15 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jayson hosts the OT Dad, Billy Hatridge, to review an article titled "Hand Strength, Handwriting, and Functional Skills in Child...
OTSH 39: School-Based Occupational Therapy Journal Club: SBOT In The USA
24 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jayson reviews a 2015 article about what School-based Occupational Therapy looks like in the united states. It is the first in a seri...
OTSH 38: Creating a Referral Process & School-Based Occupational Therapy Manual
10 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jayson lets Danielle Delorenzo, OTR/L take the mic along with the colleague My Bui OTR/L, and soon to be OTR/Ls Michelle Vuong, Mary ...
OTSH 37: Preventing & Overcoming Burnout Feat. Erika Del Pozo, OTR/L
27 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jayson interviews fellow occupational therapist, Erika Del Pozo, MOT, OTR/L on burnout in healthcare-related professions (yes, that i...
OTSH 36: Every Moment Counts Feat. Dr. Susan Bazyk, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA
13 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jayson has a discussion with Dr. Sue Bazyk, OTR/L, FAOTA, about the changes in school-based OT over the past 40 years and how therapi...
OTSH 35: Occupational Therapy and Trauma-Informed Care in Schools Feat. Colleen Cameron Whiting, MS, OTR/L
23 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jayson interviews fellow school-based occupational therapist, Colleen Cameron Whiting. Colleen has had two articles published (see sh...
OTSH 34: Creating Appropriate Tools For Kidsâ Featuring Ralph Schrader, OTR/L of Hungry Cutters
09 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jayson interviews Ralph Schrader, OTR/L, a part owner of a therapy clinic in New York and creator of the toy brand, Hungry Cutters. ...
OTSH 33: Lessons Learned Transitioning from One School District to Another
25 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jayson shares what it was like transitioning from one district to another and the lessons that were learned as a result of doing so. ...
OTSH 32: An Intro to Reflex Integration Feat. Sonia Story
11 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Have you been hearing the term "Primitive Reflexes" pop up in IEPs or in the OT room? What about Reflex Integration? To be honest, I remembe...
OTSH 31: Unpacking Dysgraphia Featuring Cheri Dotterer, MS, OTR/L
28 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the OT School House Podcast, Jayson interviews the author of the Handwriting Brain Body Disconnect, Cheri Dotterer, MS, OTR/L. Li...
OTSH 30: Balancing Technology in Developing Adolescents Featuring Dr. Stephanie Foster, PhD, OTR/L & Nicole Foster (1.5 PD Available)
14 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this professional development podcast, Jayson interviews Dr. Stephanie Foster, PhD, OTR/L and her daughter, Nicole Foster on the effects of technol...
OTSH 29: Assistive Tech & Switches for Students With High Needs Featuring RJ Cooper
30 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Do you work with students who use iPads or other technology tools to access their educational curriculum and environment? RJ from RJCooper.com is a co...
OTSH 28: Preventing, Defending, & Conducting an Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE) with Danielle Delorenzo, OTR/L (Professional Development)
16 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Listen in as Jayson and Danielle Delorenzo, OTR/L, provide an introduction to IEEs and how to prevent IEEs, defend against IEEs, and even conduct IEEs...
OTSH 27: How To Start Seeing Clients On the Side, Featuring Scott Harmon
02 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever thought about seeing clients on the weekends or maybe during summer? Do you have a dream to be your own boss? If so, this episode is for...
OTSH 026: Sensory Integration Treatment and Sensory Strategies in Schools Feat. Kelly Auld-Wright, OTD, OTR/L
19 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jayson interviews Dr. Kelly Auld-Wright, OTD, OTR/L, on how to go from sensory evaluation to treating a child using sensory integrati...
OTSH 025: How to Conduct An Evaluation Using the Ayres Sensory Integration Model feat. Zoe Mailloux, OTD, OTR/L, FAOTA
05 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jayson interviews Dr. Zoe Mailloux, OTD, OTR/L, FAOTA on the importance of completing a comprehensive evaluation in sensory integrat...
OTSH 024: The 8th Sense and More Featuring Cara Koscinski, MOT, OTR/L of PocketOT.com
19 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jayson interviews Cara Koscinski, MOT, OTR/L and the wonderful lady behind the PocketOT.com website. Along with sharing endless amoun...
OTSH 023: Discovering The Zones Featuring Leah Kuypers
05 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jayson interviews occupational therapist and creator of the Zones of Regulation self-regulation program, Leah Kuypers. Leah has spent...
OTSH 022: Here Comes Telehealth Featuring Tracey Davis, OTR/L (PDUs Available)
22 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
To earn a professional development certificate of completion for this episode, click here!With technology advancing every day and becoming cheaper to ...
OTSH 021: Autism Strategies Featuring Meg Proctor
08 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 21 of the OT School House Podcast, guest Meg Proctor of LearnPlayThrive.com joins Jayson to share five essential strategies for occupationa...
OTSH 020: From IFSP to IEP Featuring Sarah Putt of The OT 4 LYfe Podcast
18 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 20 of the OT School House Podcast, Abby and guest, Sarah Putt, MA, OTR/L of the OT 4 LYfe Podcast, talk about the differences between schoo...
OTSH 019: Exploring The Idea Of a School-Based OT Credential Feat. Jaime Spencer
04 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 19 of the OT School House Podcast, we are excited to host Jaime Spencer, OTR/L, of MissJaimeOT.com to talk about how we can advocate for ou...
OTSH 018: Get Inspired! Featuring Lauren Drobnjak of The Inspired Treehouse
20 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Today we talk to Lauren Drobnjak, physical therapist and co-creator of The Inspired Treehouse Blog. Lauren and Claire, (the OT behind The Inspired Tre...
OTSH 017: Analysis of Online Media Use Among Occupational Therapy Practitioners (Professional Development)
06 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
The Occupational Therapy Practice Framework notes that "Clients may require access to and the ability to use technology such as cell or smartphon...
OTSH 016: Clinic vs. School-Based and How We Can Learn From Each Other With The Anonymous OT
16 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as Abby has a conversation with fellow pediatric blogger, The Anonymous OT (whose name will be revealed) from TheAnonymousOT.com. An experienc...
OTSH 015: Beyond The Typical Vision Screening With Robert Constantine, OTR/L
02 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Abby interviews Robert Constantine of OTRobert.wordpress.com about how to assess and address concerns related to visual perception an...
OTSH 014: A Discussion On School-Based Report Writing
18 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jayson interviews Jason Gonzales of DoubleTimeDocs.com (Affiliate link for your convenience) about some of the Laws, regulations ...
OTSH 013: Reviewing the Research: Handwriting
04 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Do you run a handwriting group? Do you use a specific program? In this episode, Jayson is diving into the recent literature on handwriting to help yo...
OTSH 012: How to Pay It Forward by Being a Fieldwork Educator
21 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jayson interviews fellow occupational therapist, Akemi McNeil (formerly Davies). Akemi is currently the Academic Fieldwork Coordina...
OTSH 011: How To Be An Evidence-Based OT In Public Schools Ft. Dr. Amy Sadek
07 Aug 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jayson Interviews Dr. Amy Sadek about how every school-based occupational therapist should be using evidence-based practices and how...
OTSH 010: Exploring Assistive Technology & Sensory Integration With Hopemarie Hower, OTR/L
24 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jayson chats with Hopemarie Hower, OTR/L, the winner of the OT School House School's Out Giveaway conducted in June of 2018. T...
OTSH 009: Diving Into RTI With a School-Based OTÂ Consultant: An Interview With Leah Hiller, OTR/L
10 Jul 2018
Contributed by Lukas
 In this episode, guest Leah Hiller, OTR/L, and Jayson dive into Response to Intervention (RTI) a bit and discuss several ways occupational therapis...
OTSH 008: Everything You Need to Know About Professional Development & A Special Announcement!
26 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jayson and Abby look at the many ways to earn professional development per NBCOT guidelines and share 9 specific places where you ca...
OTSH 007: Mental Health & Mindfulness in the classroom: An Interview with Dr. Rachelle Murphy
12 Jun 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jayson interviews occupational therapist and Doctor of Health Sciences, Dr. Rachelle Murphy. Dr. Murphy is currently an instructor at...
OTSH 006: BOT-2 v. M-FUN; A Comparison of Two Commonly Used School-Based OT Assessment Tools
25 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we look at two commonly used school-based Occupational therapy assessment tools. Both the Bruininks-Oseretsky Test of Motor Profici...
OTSH 005: How OTs and Teachers Collaborate with BCBAs: An Interview with Steven Troyer, Med, BCBA, LBA
15 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, host Abby Parana has a discussion with Board Certified Behavioral Analyst (BCBA), Steven Troyer. Steven and Abby have previously work...
OTSH 004: Interview with Kerry Mellin, Creator of the EazyHold
01 May 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk to Kerry Mellin who is a motion picture and television costume designer by day, and a creator of the EazyHold by night. T...
OTSH 003: SMART-E Goals and Level of Service
17 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Abby returns to discuss SMART-E goals and how these goals should drive a service providers decision on how frequently to see a studen...
OTSH 002: An interview with Tricia Gomez, Global Director at Rhythm Works Integrative Dance
02 Apr 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this session, Jayson interviews Tricia Gomez who shares her program that is gaining a lot of attention from OTs and special education teachers acro...
OT School House Podcast 001: The Steps to Writing a Defensible Occupational Therapy Assessment
13 Mar 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this very first episode of the OTSH Podcast, Jayson and Abby introduce themselves and jump right into the steps required to develop an assessment t...