The CI Therapies Podcast

Rebecca Devereaux, CI’s very own Family Support Liaison is on the Podcast this month! Through her work Rebecca has gained extensive knowledge about the wonderful resources and organizations in Dane and Marathon Counties which she discusses in the episode. If you’re curious about what’s available in our community including, parent support groups, alternative therapies or adult transition resources this episode is for you!    Highlighted Resources Children's Resource Center - South Well Badger Resource Center   IEP and Special Education Support Wisconsin Facets Disability Rights Wisconsin   Adult Transition Resources CRC's page to go to for all things transition, including Transition Talk Tuesdays (for educators, family members, school nurses, county workers, medical workers, social workers — anyone interacting with helping teens move to adult life), the WAuTD grant project, and a resources page full of resources upon resources! https://integratedtransition.waisman.wisc.edu   Sign up here for emails from The Wisconsin Autism Transition Demonstration Project (WAuTD) to find out about upcoming transition trainings, workshops, events, articles, webinars, and website.   Follow us on social!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/citherapy/ Facebook:www.facebook.com/CItherapy/   Be sure to subscribe so you never miss a new episode!

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!   Follow us on social!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/citherapy/ Facebook:www.facebook.com/CItherapy/   Be sure to subscribe so you never miss a new episode!

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.    Follow us on social!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/citherapy/ Facebook:www.facebook.com/CItherapy/   Be sure to subscribe so you never miss a new episode!

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 holiday season more enjoyable for everyone!   Resources mentioned in today's episode: Alaska Airlines "Fly For All" App TSA Cares Program  Books: Epic! Scaredy Monster Rides a Plane Curious George Takes a Trip Maisy Goes on a Plane Follow us on social!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/citherapy/ Facebook:www.facebook.com/CItherapy/   Be sure to subscribe so you never miss a new episode!

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! For even more suggestions, check out our blog "Halloween Tips and Tricks". Be sure to subscribe so you never miss a new episode! Follow us on social!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/citherapy/ Facebook:www.facebook.com/CItherapy/    

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.    Be sure to subscribe so you never miss a new episode!   Follow us on social!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/citherapy/ Facebook:www.facebook.com/CItherapy/ TikTok:@citherapy    

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 family throughout the entire school year. We hope you’ll discover helpful insights that fit your family’s needs and wish everyone returning to school a happy and successful year!   Follow us on social!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/citherapy/ Facebook:www.facebook.com/CItherapy/ TikTok:@citherapy

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 playful acorns, a local organization where kids and caregivers gather and grow. Here at CI we know that children learn best through play, and we hope this episode inspires families to explore play outdoors all year long! Additional Resources Playful Acorns Website Lussier Family Heritage Center Hike and Heal Wellness Monona Public Library Nature Playgroup University of Wisconsin-Madison Arboretum  National Institute for Play   Follow us on social!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/citherapy/ Facebook:www.facebook.com/CItherapy/ TikTok:@citherapy

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.  This episode is descriptive and discusses self harm and suicide; listener discretion is advised. Please remember, this podcast provides general information and is not intended to diagnose or treat nor does it establish a client-counselor relationship. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice as individuals have unique circumstances and need personalized guidance from qualified professionals. Always consult with a qualified mental health professional before making any decisions based on this informationIf you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please seek immediate help from a qualified professional or call your local emergency number. We are not liable for any decisions or actions taken by listeners based on the information provided on this podcast.  Additional Resources Dane County 24-Hour Mental Health Crisis Line: 608-280-2600 National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: 988  NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) The Trevor Project   Follow us on social!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/citherapy/ Facebook:www.facebook.com/CItherapy/ TikTok:@citherapy

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 speciality therapy may be right for your child. Learn more about aquatic therapy at CI here. Follow us on social!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/citherapy/ Facebook:www.facebook.com/CItherapy/ TikTok:@citherapy

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! Learn more about feeding therapy at CI here. Follow us on social!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/citherapy/ Facebook:www.facebook.com/CItherapy/ TikTok:@citherapy

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 can be scary and anxiety provoking for many kids. Parents and Caregivers will leave this episode armed with a toolbox full of ideas to help their children navigate medical experiences. Download your Mindfulness On-The-Go Cards here! Check out Child Life On Call for additional resources.  Follow us on social!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/citherapy/ Facebook:www.facebook.com/CItherapy/ TikTok:@citherapy

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. Book Recommendations: Good Inside; A Guide to Becoming the Parent You Want to Be. written by Dr. Becky Kennedy Books By Dr. Dan Siegel The Whole Brain Child The Power of Showing Up Parenting From the Inside Out The Yes Brain Follow us on social!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/citherapy/ Facebook:www.facebook.com/CItherapy/ TikTok:@citherapy

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 will provide an overview of the types of AAC, benefits and how to get started exploring options for your own child. CASC Clinic at the Waisman Center Wisconsin Assistive Technology Lending Libraries  Follow us on social!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/citherapy/ Facebook:www.facebook.com/CItherapy/ TikTok:@citherapy

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.   Follow us on social!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/citherapy/ Facebook:www.facebook.com/CItherapy/ TikTok:@citherapy

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! Click here to access Boston Children's Hospital Guided Self-Management Tools for ADHD Children 6-12.   Click here to access Boston Children's Hospital Guided Self-Management Tools for ADHD Teens 13-16. Goblin Magic To-Do List   Follow us on social!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/citherapy/ Facebook:www.facebook.com/CItherapy/ TikTok:@citherapy    

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!  Click here to learn more about our Advance program and get started today!   Follow us on social!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/citherapy/ Facebook:www.facebook.com/CItherapy/ TikTok:@citherapy    

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.  Follow us on social!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/citherapy/ Facebook:www.facebook.com/CItherapy/ TikTok:@citherapy

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 be made after tuning into this episode!   Follow us on social!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/citherapy/ Facebook:www.facebook.com/CItherapy/ TikTok:@citherapy

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! Follow us on social!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/citherapy/ Facebook:www.facebook.com/CItherapy/ TikTok:@citherapy  

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. On-the-Go Mindfulness Cards Follow us on social!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/citherapy/ Facebook:www.facebook.com/CItherapy/ TikTok:@citherapy

In this week's episode of The CI Therapies Podcast we sit down with three of our experienced and passionate therapists to discuss early intervention. This episode is full of insight and advice about all areas of development and is a must listen for parents of young children. Hear more about why our team is passionate about early intervention and supporting children and families in our community.  Schedule your free consult here! Follow us on social!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/citherapy/ Facebook:www.facebook.com/CItherapy/ TikTok:@citherapy  

On this week's episode we dive deep into the critical topic of fire safety in homes with children, including those with differing abilities. Our guest, Scott Strassburg from the City of Madison Fire Department brings a wealth of experience and a unique perspective to the conversation as a parent of a child who is deaf. Scott shares invaluable knowledge on fire prevention and safety strategies for all parents and caregivers.  Additional Resources Fire Alarms for Deaf and Hard of Hearing - https://www.diglo.com/ Ready.gov  NFPA-Home Fire Safety   Follow us on social!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/citherapy/ Facebook:www.facebook.com/CItherapy/ TikTok:@citherapy

On this week's episode we are joined by parent guest Jake Hollman. Jake is a father of child with Down Syndrome and gives listeners a glimpse into his parenting journey. Jake's honesty and storytelling is sure to speak to parents everywhere. This is an episode you won't want to miss!    Follow us on social!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/citherapy/ Facebook:www.facebook.com/CItherapy/ TikTok:@citherapy

The latest episode of The CI Therapies Podcast is here! Beth Hanson, LMFT, IMH-E ®  stopped by to discuss emotional regulation and co-regulation. She has shares some of the brain science behind regulating our emotions and some strategies for everyone in the family. Book Recommendations for parents and caregivers:  Dr. Dan Siegel's Books: Parenting From The Inside Out The Power of Showing Up The Whole Brain Child No Drama Discipline The Yes Brain   Good Inside by Dr. Becky Kennedy   Book Recommendations for kids:   I Love You When You're Angry by Erin Winters The Rabbit Listened by Cori Doerrfeld  Marcy's Having All The Feels by Allison Edwards The Magical Yet by Angela DiTerLizzi Sometimes I Am Hot Lava by Jody Jensen Shaffer   Tom Percival Books: Ruby Finds A Worry Ravi's Roar Milo's Monster Finn's Little Fibs Tilda Tries Again Meesha Makes Friends Perfectly Norman   Follow us on social!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/citherapy/ Facebook:www.facebook.com/CItherapy/ TikTok:@citherapy  

On this week's episode of The CI Therapies Podcast, our host, Kayla Darkow sits down with two parent coaches from the Waunakee Community. Pam Beron from Highest Potential Pathways and Leda Rawlins from Bloom Parent discusses their parent coaching framework, who may benefit from their services and their story of how they got started. This is an episode you don't want to miss!    Episode Resources: Pam Beron at Highest Potential Pathways https://highestpotentialpathways.com/ Instagram: @highestpotentialpathways   Leda Rawlins at Bloom Parent https://www.bloomparent.com/ Instagram: @bloom.parent Click here for Leda's FREE guide to smoother transitions!    Follow us on social!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/citherapy/ Facebook:www.facebook.com/CItherapy/ TikTok:@citherapy

On this week's episode of The CI Therapies Podcast, we are joined by Stacy Haunfelder, COTA/L who talks about the concept of masking and ways to support neurodiverse loved ones in your life.    Episode Resources: Blog: https://neurodivergentinsights.com/blog/what-causes-autistic-burnout Instagram accounts we love:  @neurodiversitymb @mentalhealthchats @the_therapist_parent   Follow us on social!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/citherapy/ Facebook:www.facebook.com/CItherapy/ TikTok:@citherapy

On this episode of The CI Therapies Podcast, Abby Engel OTR/L joins us to delve into the often-challenging world of daily transitions for children and their parents. From the morning rush to bedtime routines, these shifts can be tough on everyone involved. We explore the reasons why transitions can be particularly difficult for. Join us as we share practical strategies and tips to ease these moments of change, helping both parents and children navigate transitions with greater ease and confidence. 

On this episode of The CI Therapies Podcast we discuss visual motor skills with Heidi Splinter, COTA. Hear why Heidi is so passionate about improving the visual motor skills of children and her recommendations for doing so! This episode is full of ah-ha moments you won't want to miss. 

On this episode of The CI Therapies Podcast we are joined by Ann Jonker, a speech language pathologist at CI.  Together, we'll learn about the different types of stuttering in the pediatric population along with strategies to use (and avoid) when supporting a child or individual who stutters.  Follow us on social!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/citherapy/ Facebook:www.facebook.com/CItherapy/ TikTok:@citherapy

This is a fascinating episode with guest Autumn Wischnefski, a speech and language pathologist at CI.  She tells us all about Gestalt Language Processing, how it's more common than we think, and strategies for enhancing language development in your child. Episode Resources: Let's Give Them Something to Gestalt About: https://www.theinformedslp.com/review/let-s-give-them-something-to-gestalt-about   Natural language acquisition can be broken down into the following six stages:  Gestalts  Mitigated Gestalts  Isolation and Combination of Single Words  *Self-Generated Phrases and Simple Sentences  *Self-Generated Sentences Used in Everyday Situations  *Self-Generated Sentences Used in Complex Situations  *These stages begin to incorporate grammatical components of language (i.e., verb structures)   Gestalts can often be derived from media, which is challenging for therapists/caregivers to complete “detective work” in order to gather contextual meaning. Here are some resources for websites which find audio/video source for gestalts:  Play Phrase  Yarn  Subzin  QuoDB  Pop Mystic Follow us on social!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/citherapy/ Facebook:www.facebook.com/CItherapy/ TikTok:@citherapy

This episode features Kayla Darkow, our Family Engagement Coordinator here at CI, who is incredibly knowledgeable in and a big proponent of bibliotherapy.  Learn what it is and how to incorporate it into your child's life.   Episode Resources: Reading with Older Kids Blog Book List Slumberkins Follow us on social!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/citherapy/ Facebook:www.facebook.com/CItherapy/ TikTok:@citherapy

Dr. Margaret Fitts, a licensed Clinical Psychologist and Nationally Certified School Psychologist who specializes in working with children and adolescents, joins us today to talk about what mental health looks like in pediatrics and why it is so important.  Learn more about mental health services at CI here.   Follow us on social!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/citherapy/ Facebook:www.facebook.com/CItherapy/ TikTok:@citherapy

Ashley Verbick is back again today to talk to us about the 4 different stages of play, the importance of play and how to incorporate more of it at home.  Follow us on social!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/citherapy/ Facebook:www.facebook.com/CItherapy/ TikTok:@citherapy

Today's guest is Kathryn Ziegler, an Occupational Therapist who is going to give us all the details on the 8 senses.  Yes, you heard that right.  We are all so familiar with the 5 senses, but we truly have 8 of them!    Follow us on social!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/citherapy/ Facebook:www.facebook.com/CItherapy/ TikTok:@citherapy

Today's guest is Ashley Verbick who has been doing occupational therapy with kids for 9 years. Ashley gives us a detailed explanation on specific developmental milestones for kids throughout the early years and ways to facilitate growth at home.    Recommended Fine Motor Items: Utensils Scissors Sneaky Snacky Squirrel Game   Follow us on social!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/citherapy/ Facebook:www.facebook.com/CItherapy/ TikTok:@citherapy

Today's guest is Deidre Oie who has been doing physical therapy with kids for 7 years. Deidre gives us a detailed explanation on specific developmental milestones for kids throughout the early years and ways to facilitate growth at home.  Recommended Gross Motor Toys: Squigz Trampoline Follow us on social!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/citherapy/ Facebook:www.facebook.com/CItherapy/ TikTok:@citherapy

Today's guest is Lauren Blume, an SLP who has been working in the field of pediatrics for 9 years who happens to also be the Clinic Manager for our Wausau, WI location.  Lauren gives us a detailed explanation on specific developmental milestones for kids throughout the early years and ways to facilitate growth at home.    Follow us on social!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/citherapy/ Facebook:www.facebook.com/CItherapy/ TikTok:@citherapy

Today's guest is Rachelle Enemuoh, an SLP who has been working in the field of pediatrics for nearly a decade.  Rachelle gives us an overview on what feeding therapy is, what it looks like for kids and who can benefit from it.     Follow us on social!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/citherapy/ Facebook:www.facebook.com/CItherapy/ TikTok:@citherapy

Today's episode features Luke Lang, a PTA who has been working in the field of pediatrics for over 12 years.  Luke shares his knowledge and experience on what exactly PT can do for kids and how to encourage development at home.    Follow us on social!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/citherapy/ Facebook:www.facebook.com/CItherapy/ TikTok:@citherapy

This episode features Megan Wisniewski, an OT with 11 years working in pediatrics, who shares her knowledge and experience on what exactly OT can do for kids and how to encourage development at home. Link to the Gift Guide Follow us on social!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/citherapy/ Facebook:www.facebook.com/CItherapy/ TikTok:@citherapy

On today's episode, Liz Hedrich, an SLP who has worked in the pediatric field for over 10 years, discusses what speech therapy can do for kids and how to encourage speech and language skills at home.    Follow us on social!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/citherapy/ Facebook:www.facebook.com/CItherapy/ TikTok:@citherapy

Tune in to hear what the show will be about!  For more family-friendly information, check out our blog: https://www.citherapies.com/blog/   Free printables and resources: https://www.citherapies.com/just-for-fun/   Follow us on social!  Instagram: www.instagram.com/citherapy/ Facebook:www.facebook.com/CItherapy/ TikTok:@citherapy