Using Lasers to Accelerate Speech & OT Progress: How OT Erinn Askin Is Revolutionizing Pediatric Therapy

In this groundbreaking Season 3 episode, Luba welcomes Erinn Askin, OT and founder of Oteim Pediatrics in California, to discuss one of the most innovative approaches in pediatric therapy today: neuroadaptive therapy using low-level lasers (photobiomodulation).Erinn's journey is inspiring and unconventional. From nannying and wanting the "cute minivan life," to becoming an OT, to teaching anatomy and physiology, to quitting her job when her boss denied her vacation Erinn ultimately opened her own practice that now serves clients internationally and teaches clinicians worldwide.What makes Oteim different? Lasers. Class 3B cold lasers that use different wavelengths to energize and oxygenate targeted brain areas accelerating progress in speech, OT, sensory processing, ADHD, autism, dyslexia, and more.In this episode, Erinn shares:How she discovered laser therapy through a friend whose child's behavior transformedWhat photobiomodulation is (studied for 60+ years, declassified by the FDA)How low-level lasers work: ATP, mitochondria, cellular energy, brain oxygenationWhy different wavelengths target different brain depths and areasHow lasers can accelerate therapy progress sometimes cutting treatment time in halfReal examples: ADHD (frontal lobe), tics , speech delays, motor issuesWhy she left her professorship and started OteimHer international pop-up intensives (Northern Ireland, Scandinavia, Dubai)Why she created "Neuroadaptive Therapy in a Box" to teach clinicians globallyHer advice: "Just do it. Stop looking over your shoulder.""There's no shortage of people to help on this planet. We will never run out of children to help."This episode is for therapists who want to innovate, parents seeking cutting-edge solutions, and entrepreneurs building global missions.📲 Connect with Erinn Askin: Instagram: @oteimpeds | Website: https://www.oteim.com/🎙️ Season 3 is here subscribe now!📲 Follow us: @thegrowthlabpodcast