On this episode, I interviewed Samantha Holzschu M.S. OTR/L, founder and owner of Lakeside SPOT (Specialized Pediatric Occupational Therapy). Samantha is the Co-Chair of the Sensory Integration and Processing SIS for the Illinois Occupational Therapy Board. She is also working on receiving her Executive Functioning Micro-Credential to further her specialty in executive dysfunction (one of my interests!). Samantha shines a light on how occupational therapy can improve the lives of many. From those who experience ADHD and executive dysfunction to those experiencing sensory-seeking behaviors (early intervention and ASD kiddos!), you will have takeaways from this episode!

If you are interested in pursuing occupational therapy services, I recommend reaching out to Samantha!

Samantha's Links:

Website: https://www.lakesidespot.com/

Email: samantha@lakesidespot.com
Instagram: ttps://www.instagram.com/lakesidespot/?hl=en

00:00 Samantha’s Background

05:22 Passion and Background in Pediatric Occupational Therapy

08:25 Parent Coaching

10:27 Occupational Therapy Caseload (possibly going further and then doing various settings)

14:33 Executive Functioning

20:30 Tools for the classroom

25:55 In-home considerations

31:00 Meltdowns & Self Regulation Techniques

37:00 Sensory System Basic Education

My links:

Teachers Pay Teachers: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/natalie-marie-speech-pathology

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nataliemarie.slp

Blog: https://nataliemarieslp.com/

Amazon: https://amzn.to/3S8rWT9

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nataliemarie.slp?_t=8khXy7KlyNq&_r=1


Discover how to enrich your life with Emma Provenzano's inspiring story. As a former interpreter in special education, Emma has successfully transitioned to speech-language pathology, offering valuable insights to parents, speech therapists, and anyone looking to improve their lives. In this episode, Emma shares her mindset tools, and how CBD can help regulate and supplement your life, ultimately helping you become the person you want to be. Whether you're looking to advance your career or enhance your personal life, you won't want to miss this episode. Are you ready to tackle all there is out there? Tune in now.

01:50: Introductions

07:22: Pivoting and Settings in Speech Therapy

32:10: CBD as a tool - Modeling Regulation

54:00 Mindset & Routines to Conquer The Business

56:39 Dysregulation and Gestalt Practices:

01:04:00: Steps To Start Your Own Business

Contact for speech services: contact@nataliemarieslp.com

Emma's Links:

• Independently Clinician (Put Emma Provenzano): https://www.startyourprivatepractice.com/friend

• Green Compass (CBD and other supplements): https://emmapro.greencompassglobal.com/share/412342
• Cannabis Is Medicine: How Medical Cannabis and CBD Are Healing Everything from Anxiety to Chronic Pain https://a.co/d/g42KKKT

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Facebook Group:

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Boom Cards:

I am no stranger to burnout. I had to connect with Dr. Angelyn Franks, burnout consultant, content creator, and fellow speech-language pathologist.

Angelyn guides us through the subtle indicators that may signal burnout's onset, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and proactive measures. Drawing from her expertise, she offers practical strategies for integrating mindfulness into daily routines, empowering clinicians to sustain their well-being amidst the demands of their profession.

Tune in to discover how mindfulness and microdosing healthy habits can serve as powerful antidotes to burnout, fostering resilience and fulfillment in clinical practice. Whether you are a fellow speech pathologist, educator, parent, or another member of society, I assure you, that you will have something to take away from this episode.

Angelyn's Instagram: @drangelynfranks

Angelyn's TikTok: @drangelynfranks

Resources Mentioned:

• Ten Percent Happier
• Real Self-Care: A Transformative Program for Redefining Wellness by Pooja Lakshmin
• Atlas of the Heart: Mapping Meaningful Connection and the Language of Human Experience by Brene Brown
• Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead by Brene Brown
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My Links:

Educational Blog

Instagram

YouTube

⁠Boom Cards Link⁠

TikTok

Facebook Support Group

Do you ever feel like something is missing in your life? A lack of purpose can bring unpleasant feelings. But you have the power to change that. Take a moment to reassess what's working and what's not. Reflect on what brings you joy and fulfillment. I recently went through this process and discovered my passion for education and helping others. It was a powerful realization that led me to rebrand my blog to nataliemarieslp.com and rename my podcast to "Developmental Digest."

Join me in this new chapter of growth and empowerment!

Recent Blog Post: https://nataliemarieslp.com/parents-educators/life-purpose-change

My Links:

Blog: nataliemarieslp.com

Facebook Group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/saveyourspoon⁠

Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/nataliemarie.slp ⁠

TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@nataliemarie.slp?_t=8khXy7KlyNq&_r=1⁠

Boom Cards: ⁠https://wow.boomlearning.com/author/saveyourspoon?collection=Decks&sort=publishDate&order=-1&folderId=37hHf4j3MqfNDgFjP⁠

In today's interview, we will be talking to Olly from Concussion Recovered. Having suffered from a concussion myself, which caused me to be out of school for six months and forced me to retrain myself to learn, I have realized that my experience is not as uncommon as I thought. In this episode, Olly shares his experience and research on concussion recovery. He has created a community that helps others in similar situations, making it easier to manage something that can be so isolating. We also discuss nervous system responses, brain waves, and sleep practices.

Olly's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/concussionrecovered?igsh=NHd2OXE1eWF2YmNz

Olly's Group: https://www.skool.com/recovered-community/about

Resources mentioned:

The Biology of Belief: https://amzn.to/3IU7Y9W

Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself: https://amzn.to/3U2M1vP

Becoming Supernatural: How Common People Are Doing the Uncommon: https://amzn.to/3IRJIFt

Another study on cerebellum and context: https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/sciadv.abb1141

My Links:

Blog: https://www.saveyourspoon.com/blog

Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/saveyourspoon

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nataliemarie.slp

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nataliemarie.slp?_t=8khXy7KlyNq&_r=1

Boom Cards: https://wow.boomlearning.com/author/saveyourspoon?collection=Decks&sort=publishDate&order=-1&folderId=37hHf4j3MqfNDgFjP

In this episode, I speak to Danny Miguel with the World Stop Stuttering Association. Stuttering consists of various types of dysfluencies, including repeating parts of words (repetitions), stretching a sound out for a long time (prolongations), or having a hard time getting a word out (blocks). After a 700-page book, Danny found a new perspective that saved his outlook on life. He speaks about his difficult speech therapy journey and how his discovery with WSSA brought back joy in his life. I encourage healthcare providers and educators to listen to this episode. It is important to see how therapy techniques can change and the perspective of someone who has experienced what you plan to treat. PWS: Person Who Stutters PWSS: Person Who Stopped Stuttering Resources Mentioned: World Stop Stuttering Association Lee Lovett's Book Danny's Email: danny@worldstopstuttering.org Danny's Instagram: dannym21 Save Your Spoon Blog YouTube