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The Concussion Coach124. Evolving OT: The "Full-Scope" Approach to Concussion Recovery: An Interview with Dr. Kellianne Arnella (MS, OTD, OTR/L)Kellianne Arnella, MS, OTD, OTR/L, is a passionate occupational therapist with nearly 15 years of experience specializing in adult neurological rehabilitation. Recently earning her doctorate, she is committed to expanding access to care through innovative, tech-enabled, and community-based service delivery models. Kellianne has designed and led programs that integrate patient needs with current practice trends to improve outcomes for individuals recovering from stroke, brain injury, and concussion. In addition to her clinical work, she serves as an adjunct professor, mentors future therapists, and is a passionate advocate for OT's vital role in concussion care.Episode Summary & Description:
2026-01-301h 01The Concussion Coach123. The Power of Interoception in Concussion Recovery: An interview with Dr. Meghan Schneider (OTD, MS OTR/L)Today's guest is Meghan Schneider, OTD, MS OTR/L, a neurological occupational therapist, brain injury specialist, and concussion recovery expert. As both a clinician and a TBI survivor, Meghan brings a powerful dual perspective to her work. She is a certified brain injury specialist, a certified functional vision rehabilitation specialist, and co-owner of NeurOT Consulting. In 2024, she was honored with the Dan Keating Pioneer in Brain Injury Award for her groundbreaking work integrating interoception—our eighth sensory system of internal body awareness—into brain injury rehabilitation. She is the co-creator of the first and only course dedicated to interoception in c...
2026-01-241h 08The Concussion Coach122. Sleep and Concussion Recovery: A Vital Connection; Interview with Dr. Don Watenpaugh, PhD, D, ABSMDr. Don Watenpaugh is a scientist, sleep clinician, data artist, and poet with a PhD in physiology. His extensive career spans academia, NASA, and the U.S. Navy, focusing on human sleep, exercise, and environmental physiology. As a board-certified sleep medicine specialist, he directed a large urban sleep clinic for over 13 years, caring for patients and educating healthcare providers. Dr. Watenpaugh is an adjunct faculty member in physiology, anatomy, and biomedical engineering. He now creates data-driven art and poetry at Studio Videnda. In this episode, he brings his deep expertise to the critical relationship between sleep and concussion recovery.
2026-01-151h 08The Concussion Coach121. Bouncing Forward: Alyson Lim’s Teenage Journey Through Concussion RecoveryAlyson Lim is an 18-year-old student from Singapore who sustained a concussion and whiplash after a car accident at age 15. Over the past three and a half years, she has navigated persistent post-concussion symptoms while adapting her education, relationships, and goals. Alyson’s journey is a powerful example of resilience, reframing adversity, and finding growth in the face of an often misunderstood injury. Now preparing for medical school in Perth, Australia, she shares wisdom beyond her years, emphasizing hope, pacing, and the mindset of “bouncing forward.”Episode Summary: In this episode of the Concussion Coach...
2026-01-0841 minThe Concussion Coach120. Healing the Brain with Light: Neuronic Device and Concussion Recovery: An Interview with Chris GarvinChris Garvin is a neuroscientist working at Neuronic, where he helps bridge the gap between emerging neurotechnology and real-world impact. With a background in neuroscience and experience in neurotech diagnostics, Chris is passionate about advancing brain health and recovery. Having grown up playing contact sports and experiencing concussions himself, he brings both personal and professional insight into the discussion of innovative recovery tools.Description/Summary: In this episode of the Concussion Coach Podcast, host Bethany Lewis chats with Chris Garvin about Neuronic, a photobiomodulation device that uses specific wavelengths of light to support brain healing. Chris explains the science...
2026-01-0231 minThe Concussion Coach119. Nature's Healing Power: The Role of Outdoor Play in Brain Health and Development: An Interview with Angela Hanscom, MOTR/LAngela Hanscom is a pediatric occupational therapist, author, and founder of TimberNook, an award-winning, nature-based developmental program now operating in four countries. With a master's in occupational therapy and a background in kinesiology, she has become a leading voice on the critical importance of unrestricted outdoor play for sensory, motor, social, and emotional development. Her book, Balanced and Barefoot: How Unrestricted Outdoor Play Makes for Strong, Confident, and Capable Children, outlines the profound impacts of movement and nature on the developing brain and body.Description/Summary: In this enlightening episode, Bethany Lewis welcomes Angela Hanscom to explore the deep...
2025-12-201h 02The Concussion Coach118: A Journey of Slowing Down, Acceptance & Craniosacral Therapy: An Interview with Jennifer Foltz, RCSTGuest Introduction:Jennifer Foltz is a practitioner of Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy, yoga, and compassion-centered coaching. She specializes in supporting people recovering from concussions, traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), and strokes, as well as those dealing with anxiety, depression, chronic pain, migraines, and TMJ. Having walked through her own TBI recovery after a plane crash in 2007, Jennifer deeply understands the importance of slowing down and listening to the body's wisdom. Summary:In this powerful episode, Jennifer Foltz shares her personal journey of recovering from a traumatic brain injury. She opens up about the initial denial and resistance to the...
2025-12-1357 minThe Concussion Coach117. Functional Neurological Disorder & Its Similarities to PCS: An Interview with Jason Kreuzman, MOT, OTR/LJason Kreuzman is a pediatric occupational therapist based in St. Louis, Missouri, specializing in Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) and chronic pain. He is the Co-Chair of the FND Society Pediatric Committee and the Chair of the Multidisciplinary FND Committee at St. Louis Children's Hospital. As the founder of Rewire OT, Jason is opening a new outpatient clinic and leading the charge to create pediatric OT/PT treatment guidelines for FND. He joins us to demystify this complex condition and share a hopeful, practical path to recovery.Description:What is Functional Neurological Disorder (FND), and how...
2025-12-031h 09The Concussion Coach116. Primitive Reflexes, Sleep, and Setbacks in Concussion Recovery: Interview with Dr. Devin Duval, ODWe are thrilled to welcome back the fabulous Dr. Devin Duval for another insightful conversation. Dr. Duval is a Neuro-Optometrist with a focus on pediatrics, vision therapy, and vision rehabilitation. He is a Fellow of the College of Optometrists in Vision Development (FCOVD), a member of the Neuro-Optometric Rehabilitation Association (NORA), and an associate professor at Rocky Mountain University. He is dedicated to advancing the field and helping patients with concussions and developmental challenges through neuro-optometric care.Summary Description:In this continuation of a fantastic conversation (see Episode 111), Bethany Lewis and Kaylee Blair dive deeper...
2025-11-2846 minThe Concussion Coach115. The Ripple Effect of Concussion: A Daughter's Perspective of A Parent’s Injury: Interview with Natasha WilchNatasha Wilch is a registered physical therapist and a leading voice in concussion care. She is the founder of Symphony Brain Performance and a clinical mentorship program, Concussion Nerds. With a passion for evolving the conversation around concussion worldwide, Natasha brings a unique and deeply personal perspective to her work, informed by her own family's experience with her father's brain injury when she was a teenager.Summary Description: In this powerful and emotional episode, Natasha Wilch gets personal, sharing a story she's never told publicly before. She opens up about her experience as a 17...
2025-11-201h 00The Concussion Coach114. Multisensory Integration & Healthy Brain Habits: An Interview with Nate Pope, OTR/LNate Pope is a neuro occupational therapist with a remarkable career spanning over 20 years. Nate's expertise is uniquely split between pediatrics, where he spent two decades as a school-based OT, and concussion recovery. Driven by seeing the challenges of post-concussion syndrome firsthand, he founded NCX Brain Recovery, a clinic dedicated to restoring hope and function. Summary Description:What if the key to healing from a brain injury isn't focusing on one thing at a time, but doing the exact opposite? In this enlightening follow-up conversation, neuro OT Nate Pope returns to dive deep into the transformative concept...
2025-11-131h 01The Concussion Coach112. “Reclaiming My Brain”: An Interview with Rev. Eleanor ShellToday’s guest is Reverend Eleanor Shell, the founder of Resilient Magnolia. After surviving a traumatic brain injury in 2024, Eleanor began sharing her powerful story of recovery and reflection. She weaves together her background as a pastor, fundraiser, and community builder with her lived experience of healing. Through writing, speaking, and creative projects, Eleanor sparks conversations about what it means to move through bad days, grow in the dark, and bloom anyway. At the heart of her work is a belief that resilience is not about enduring in silence, but about growing authentically and finding new ways to flourish ev...
2025-10-301h 12The Concussion Coach111. Unlocking Concussion Recovery with Light: A Deep Dive into Syntonics with Dr. Devin Duval, OD, FCOVDToday, we are thrilled to welcome back Dr. Devin Duval, OD, FCOVD. Dr. Duval is an optometrist with advanced residency training in pediatrics, vision therapy, and vision rehabilitation. He is a Fellow of the College of Optometrists in Vision Development (FCOVD) and a member of the Neuro-Optometric Rehabilitation Association (NORA). As an associate professor at Rocky Mountain University and one of only a few optometrists in Utah with this specific expertise, he specializes in helping patients with post-concussion vision problems, strabismus, and other complex visual conditions.In this episode, Dr. Devin Duval returns to the Concussion Coach...
2025-10-2153 min
The Builder’s Blueprint PodcastEpisode 6- Grace in Family Dynamics (with Ingrid Lewis)In this episode, Pastor Ben Vogel is joined by Bethany’s Director of Youth Ministry, Ingrid Lewis, to talk about family dynamics. They delve into the ways dysfunction can impact families and how God’s grace is a key resource for bringing stability and restoration.
2025-10-1545 minThe Concussion Coach110. COVID, Concussion, & Brain Tumor: A Story of Hope, Identity, and Healing with Andy EllisonPodcast Summary:Bethany Lewis welcomes Andy Ellison to the Concussion Coach Podcast to share his profound journey with brain injury. A Colorado native, he has an impressive background in finance, having co-founded and served as CEO of Mountain View Bank of Commerce for 16 years before it was sold. He is now the CFO of the Boone Heart Institute.Andy begins his story by recounting how a seemingly minor concussion in April 2021, sustained by walking into a doorframe, led to debilitating symptoms like an inability to look at screens, severe fatigue, and light and noise sensitivity.
2025-10-1456 minThe Concussion Coach109. CTE: UofU Lineman Greg Newman’s Story: Interview with Laura DyerTrigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of suicide, mental health crises, and a recent shooting.In this profoundly important episode, Bethany Lewis speaks with Laura Dyer about the tragic loss of her brother, Greg, due to CTE (Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy). Laura, a registered nurse and healthcare leader, shares their family's difficult journey, from Greg's successful football career at the University of Utah to the onset of debilitating symptoms like paranoia, aggression, and psychosis that were misdiagnosed for years as mental illness.They delve into what CTE is, how it differs from a single concussion, and w...
2025-09-291h 02The Concussion Coach108. The Power and Perils of Mindfulness for Brain Injury Recovery: An Interview with Jessie Rain Anne SmithJessie Rain Anne Smith is a Qualified Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Teacher, trained through the University of California San Diego's Mindfulness-Based Professional Training Institute. She has also completed Dr. David Treleaven’s Trauma-Sensitive Mindfulness training, and was one of a select few chosen by Dr. Treleaven for mentorship in 2022.Episode Summary:In this episode of the Concussion Coach Podcast, Bethany Lewis welcomes Jessie Rain Smith, a Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) teacher and founder of Mindful Concussion. Following her own car accident and brain injury in 2013, Jessie was advised to use mindfulness but di...
2025-09-181h 08The Concussion Coach107. You Are The Modality: An Interview with Dr. Sean Drake, DCDr. Sean Drake is a neurological chiropractor, performance specialist, and founder of Modern Athlete in Scottsdale, Arizona. In this episode, Bethany sits down with Dr. Drake to explore revolutionary approaches to concussion and brain injury recovery. They discuss:The nervous system’s role in healing and why emotional trauma, toxicity, and capacity limitations must be addressed.Breakthrough modalities like the Rezzimax, vibroacoustic therapy, hypoxia training, and quantum neurology.A powerful case study: Gary, a former MLB player, shares his recovery from West Nile virus and meningitis using Dr. Drake’s neuro-emotional and frequency-based tech...
2025-09-0844 min
Wake Up ReadyHormone Therapy 101 with Bethany LewisIn this eye-opening episode, we welcome back hormone health and nutrition coach Bethany Lewis for a candid conversation about hormone therapy. Whether you're considering it, currently on it, or just curious about how it fits into hormone health, Bethany breaks down the facts, clears up common misconceptions, and offers real-world guidance rooted in science and her coaching experience. Tune in for practical insights, empowering advice, and the truth about what hormone therapy can (and can’t) do.Follow today's guest: @bethanyshealthwww.bethanyshealth.com Support the showThanks for lis...
2025-09-0822 minThe Concussion Coach106. Re+Active PT - Integrative Concussion Care: An Interview with Dr. Brittni Charle, PT, DPTDr. Brittni Charle is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and the Concussion Program Director at [re+active] therapy and wellness in Los Angeles, California. With nearly a decade of specialized experience, Brittni is an expert in neuro-vestibular rehabilitation and is deeply passionate about treating post-concussion syndrome. She works at a unique integrative clinic that brings together physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, psychology, and wellness classes under one roof to provide comprehensive, whole-person care.Bethany and Brittni dive deep into the innovative, patient-centered model of care at Reactive PT. Brittni explains their mission to "meet the person where they're...
2025-08-3059 minThe Concussion Coach105. Navigating Concussion Recovery as a Teen: An Interview with Sarah WuebboltGuest Introduction:Sarah Wuebbolt is a student rower, brain injury advocate, and aspiring anesthesiologist from Toronto, Canada. After sustaining three concussions—the first at just 12 years old—she has spent years navigating post-concussion syndrome while continuing to pursue her passions. Sarah is a national-level coxswain, working toward her private pilot’s license, and mentors younger students on topics like mental health and resilience. She is also the creator of Hope Post Injury, an Instagram platform offering support and relatable content for young brain injury survivors. Through her advocacy, Sarah emphasizes that healing starts with being believed and that r...
2025-08-071h 08The Concussion Coach104. Jackupuncture: Electroacupuncture for Neurostimulation & Enhanced Brain Function: An Interview with Jack Fonderwhite, LaCJack Fonderwhite is a licensed acupuncturist and the creator of PeakMIND, a groundbreaking electroacupuncture approach to neurostimulation. Specializing in brain-first care, Jack works with elite athletes—including UFC champion Max Holloway—and everyday individuals struggling with concussions, anxiety, PTSD, and other neurological challenges. His unique method blends traditional acupuncture with cutting-edge technology to restore brain function, offering hope to those with lingering post-concussion symptoms. Jack’s personal journey of healing his own chronic concussion inspired his mission to help others reclaim their cognitive health and performance.In this eye-opening episode of the Concussion Coach Podcas...
2025-07-2550 minThe Concussion Coach103. Navigating Friendships After Concussion: An Interview with Thea James, MSLPFriendships are a cornerstone of our lives, but what happens when a concussion changes how we connect with others? In this episode of the Concussion Coach Podcast, Bethany Lewis welcomes back Thea James, MSLP, a passionate advocate for brain injury awareness and a survivor of multiple concussions. With her warm and open-hearted approach, Thea offers invaluable insights into how concussions impact friendships—both old and new—and how to navigate these relationships with grace, vulnerability, and self-compassion. Thea shares practical strategies for setting boundaries, advocating for needs, and finding joy in new kinds of relationships—including unexpected bonds with older ne...
2025-07-041h 08The Concussion Coach102: Identity Shifts After Brain Injury: Rediscovering Yourself: A Hope Survives Podcast InterviewHost: Cristabelle BradenGuest: Bethany Lewis (Neurological Occupational Therapist & Certified Life Coach)Episode Summary:After a brain injury, one of the most profound challenges survivors and families face is the shift in identity. Who am I now? How do I reconcile the person I was with the person I’ve become? In this deeply personal and insightful conversation, Cristabelle and Bethany Lewis explore the emotional, cognitive, and relational impacts of identity changes after brain injury. They discuss why it’s natural to feel defined by your injury, how to navigate grief, and practical stra...
2025-06-231h 04The Concussion Coach101. Primitive Reflexes & Brain Injury Recovery: An interview with Patti Andrich, OTR/L, COVTPatti Andrich, OTR/L, COVT is a clinical manager, business owner, occupational therapist, and certified optometric vision therapist. She is internationally recognized for her expertise in treating sensory and motor processing disorders in both children and adults. Named Vision Therapist of the Year in 2020, Patti holds a master's degree from Ohio State University and an occupational therapy degree from Cleveland State University. She is certified in auditory processing, INPP-permitted reflex integration techniques, and vision therapy. Patti is the founder of the Sensory Foundations Program, a neurosensory motor program designed to integrate primitive reflexes and improve postural stability. She specializes...
2025-06-051h 09The Concussion Coach100. Peeling Back the Layers of Concussion Recovery: An Interview with ReNae CoxIn this episode, Bethany Lewis, The Concussion Coach, welcomes ReNae Cox—a close family friend, former piano teacher, and concussion survivor—to share her powerful journey of recovery. ReNae opens up about the challenges she faced after a traumatic brain injury (TBI), the emotional and cognitive hurdles, and the unexpected lessons she learned along the way.She shares the confusion, frustration, and emotional turbulence that followed her concussion, including memory struggles, sensory overload, and the impact on daily tasks. ReNae discusses the tools that helped her recover—such as music, breathing techniques, vision therapy, and fa...
2025-05-2953 minThe Concussion Coach99. Return to Life: An Interview with Chaandani KhanChaandani Khan is a concussion survivor turned educator who experienced a life-altering brain injury six years ago from a car accident. Her journey through persistent post-concussive symptoms (PPCS) led her to identify critical gaps in concussion care and advocate for systemic change. Now, she educates practitioners through workshops and is launching a learning community for professionals in 2025. Chaandani is passionate about improving concussion recovery by bridging the gap between lived experience and clinical knowledge.Episode Summary:In this episode, Chaandani shares her deeply personal concussion journey—from losing basic cognitive functions (like making a sandwich or choosing cl...
2025-05-221h 06The Concussion Coach97. Letting Go and Letting God: An Interview with Fefe DeskinsFefe Deskins is a resilient concussion survivor who has navigated the challenges of post-concussion syndrome (PCS) since her initial injury in 2012. After experiencing multiple concussions, Fefe has learned to adapt, advocate for herself, and find strength through faith and self-awareness. In this interview, she opens up about her journey with post-concussion syndrome, from memory struggles and emotional overwhelm to finding hope through faith, self-compassion, and therapy. She discusses the importance of communication and acceptance. Whether you're a concussion survivor or supporting someone who is, Fefe’s story offers invaluable insights on resilience, patience, and the power of staying present....
2025-05-051h 24
The Liberal Arts at Bethany – Past, Present, and FutureEp6: The Future of the Liberal Arts at Bethany, Part 2Director of Nursing Deb Matzke-Lewis and Assistant Professor of Theatre Emily Kimball share with President Pfeifer and VP for Academic Affairs Jason Lowrey their definitions of the liberal arts at Bethany and how the tenets of a liberal arts education continue to be embedded into the curriculum and their teaching today. The professors describe a unique partnership between their departments to help bring real-life human interaction into nursing simulations. Link to “Real Life Roles: Theatre, nursing collaborate for simulation” in Bethany Magazine.
2025-04-0744 minThe Concussion Coach95. Support for Concussed Moms: An Interview with Allison Moir-SmithAllison Moir-Smith is a therapist, author, wife, mother, concussion survivor, and artist. After experiencing post-concussion syndrome (PCS) herself, she became a passionate advocate for concussed mothers, facilitating the monthly Concussed Moms Support Group through the Concussion Legacy Foundation (CLF). Allison shares the unique ways PCS can impact mothers in particular, and offers hope and insight for concussed moms. She also shares practical strategies for managing daily life with PCS, the emotional toll on families, and the importance of finding the right care. She creates uplifting "Keep Going Cards" for concussion survivors and teaches free online art classes for brain i...
2025-04-0547 minThe Concussion Coach94."Embrace the Suck" - Being a Caregiver for a Child with PCS: An Interview with Tina CoverdellTina Coverdale is a passionate advocate for caregivers of children with post-concussion syndrome (PCS). With a background in psychology, social work, and education, Tina draws from her personal experience as the mother of a teenager with PCS to support other families navigating similar challenges. Currently pursuing her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Tina integrates art therapy, mindfulness, and somatic practices into her work. She shares her family’s story to raise awareness, reduce caregiver isolation, and inspire hope for those on the healing journey.Connect with Tina:Instagram: @tinacoverFu...
2025-03-271h 02The Concussion Coach85. Anxiety & Post Concussion Syndrome: An Interview with Ben HjelleIn this episode of the Concussion Coach Podcast, host Bethany welcomes Ben Hjelle, a former patient at Cognitive FX, to share his compelling journey through post-concussion syndrome (PCS). Ben, a Midwesterner now residing in Puerto Rico, has a diverse background that includes a UN fellowship, corporate roles, high school teaching and coaching, and entrepreneurship. He currently co-runs a family consulting firm specializing in agricultural biotechnology.
Ben recounts the cycling accident that led to his concussion in February 2023, his initial recovery, and the unexpected resurgence of symptoms months later. He delves into the challenges of...
2025-01-1656 min
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2025-01-1323 min
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2024-09-2300 minThe Concussion Coach66. Who Is The Concussion Coach Anyway? An Interview with Bethany Lewis, OTR/LThis episode is for anyone who may be curious as to who I am and what led me into doing concussion coaching. My friend Thea James (who shared her story on episode 52: https://youtu.be/If1EpvJpoE8) played the Uno Reverse card and took the role of interviewer while I was interviewee in this episode. I share what brought me into doing Occupational Therapy, how I was led into life coaching, and a bit about my family and how I try to balance work and family life. Thea shares some of her experience with concussion that will also be...
2024-05-251h 07
Latter-day Life Coaches175. Healing After a Concussion with Bethany LewisNo one likes to get injured but when the injury is to your brain it can be a lot scarier and have a lot more unknowns. As you will hear coach Bethany Lewis is passionate about helping those who have suffered from a concussion because she is aware that there are a lot of unknowns and people often don't get the care they need to heal properly. This is an episode packed with useful information about concussions as well as an episode that gives hope that a full recovery can be achieved if someone who has had a concussion...
2024-04-3042 minThe Concussion Coach51. How to Know When to Push or Rest: Gage System & Pacing; Tips from the Post Concussion Success CoachesHave you ever debated whether you should stop and take a rest break, or push through symptoms and finish what you're doing? This is one of the most common concerns people who face post concussion syndrome (or any chronic illness or fatigue) deal with. And the results of your decision can definitely have an impact on how you feel going forward.
While this can feel like such a daunting question, there are tools to help in making that decision. The Gage System is one such tool that is extremely important and helpful. Listen to this conversation from...
2024-02-0234 minThe Concussion Coach50. Improving the Caregiving Relationship By Understanding Talents: An Interview with Aselin MaloneyAselin Maloney is an executive coach that specializes in the Clifton Strengths. The Clifton Strengths assessment is a powerful tool that helps people understand and utilize their talents and strengths to improve their relationships, their work endeavors and their overall life satisfaction. Understanding personality tendencies and peoples’ core way of approaching life can give great insights to the caregivers supporting someone with a concussion, as well as to the person struggling with ongoing symptoms. I feel it is well worth our time to consider personality types and try to understand how to best support and love people in whatever is...
2024-01-241h 14The Concussion Coach49. Mindfulness and Post Concussion SymptomsToday I get to share one of my absolute favorite strategies for helping people manage their minds and emotions and post concussion symptoms: mindfulness! Mindfulness is incredibly beneficial for all humans, but can be particularly helpful for those dealing with post concussion syndrome because it improves some of the symptoms that people with concussions often deal with, namely emotional regulation, nervous system destimulation, and problems with attention/focus and memory. Listen in for more reasons to practice mindfulness, some of my favorite ways to practice, and some excellent resources to learn more about this incredibly effective strategy. Your brain...
2024-01-2026 minThe Concussion Coach48. Cognitive Recovery Tips from a Concussion-Informed Speech Language Pathologist: An Interview with Emily Peterson, MS, CCC-SLPEmily Peterson is a licensed speech-language pathologist who specializes in neurocognitive rehabilitation, and her professional career is focused on growing people through cognitive therapy and growing companies through strategic marketing consulting and entrepreneurship. In today's episode, Emily shares tips and strategies to help people suffering from post concussion symptoms to manage some of the cognitive deficits they may be facing following a brain injury. We discuss many executive function topics, including memory, planning, decision-making, and focus and attention.
Emily has developed an excellent resource for people struggling with cognitive concerns -- a pencil-and-paper-based series of logic and...
2024-01-101h 00The Concussion Coach47. Healing the Nervous System Through Resonance: An Interview with Sharik Peck, PTSharik Peck is a physical therapist and rehabilitation counselor who has spent over 28 years helping people eliminate pain from their lives. He has experienced several disabling accidents, including a broken neck and back, a stroke, a dislocated shoulder, and years of chronic pain. He has spent years researching resonance and its effect on the human nervous system, and has developed a device that can tune into frequencies that help calm the nervous system and decrease pain and problems for people suffering from a number of conditions, including concussions and post concussion syndrome. In today's interview he shares how this...
2024-01-051h 02The Concussion Coach46. Finding & Sharing Light After Concussion: An Interview with Ali Rheaume, MSAli Rheaume is an award-winning artist, public speaker, disability advocate, and spokesperson who is passionate about people and bringing awareness to brain injury. She shares her personal experience with concussion and recovery, and lessons she's learned along the way. Ali has excellent advice for managing family relationships and support systems, discovering and loving yourself post injury, setting boundaries, and communicating with others. I also love her perspective on the concern so many people can related to about feeling like a burden to those supporting them. Enjoy this conversation!
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2023-12-281h 01The Concussion Coach45. Recovery Tips from a Concussion Physiotherapist & Coach: An Interview with Brooke Eveleigh, PTBrooke Eveleigh is a Registered Physiotherapist and Virtual Coach for concussion care in the heart of British Columbia, Canada. She and I share a passion for helping people understand concussions and that healing is possible after one occurs. Our conversation ranges from dispelling common myths about concussions to discussing what to do when someone has an acute concussion (hint: see a concussion specialist asap!) to tips for managing screen time and explaining why driving can be so challenging following a concussion. Brooke shares some excellent tips and education about concussions, and this conversation will be sure to benefit anyone...
2023-12-211h 06The Concussion Coach44. Doing Good with Carmen Herbert Podcast InterviewI had the honor of joining Carmen Herbert on her podcast, Doing Good, to share info on one of my favorite topics: concussion recovery! I’m so grateful for the opportunity to share info that will be helpful for people suffering from concussions and their support team. Carmen made sure to ask great questions from a mom’s perspective, so if you have kids in sports or who have had a concussion, this will be helpful for you too
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2023-12-1447 minThe Concussion Coach43. Managing the Mental & Emotional Parts of Concussion Recovery: Tips from the Post Concussion Success CoachesEven after treatment, the road to recovery from a concussion can be long and windy, with ups and downs along the way. In this week's episode, my friend and fellow coach Kaylee Blair and I share and address some of the most common concerns we hear from our clients and their loved ones about their continued recovery. These are gems of wisdom we've gained directly from clients, other brain injury survivors, and from our own life experiences, observations, and coach training. We hope it will be helpful for anyone recovering from post concussion symptoms, or just going through a...
2023-12-0854 minThe Concussion Coach42. Managing Headaches & Sleep Post Concussion: An Interview with Dr. Alina K. Fong, PhDHeadaches and sleep issues are some of the most common concerns people who have suffered a concussion experience. In this interview with Dr. Alina Fong, PhD, you will learn about 6 different types of headaches that are typical for people with Post Concussion Syndrome, and some ideas for how to manage them. Dr. Fong also describes how and why sleep is impacted by concussion, and what you can do to address some of the challenges associated with concussion-induced sleep issues.
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2023-11-2946 min
Doing Good with Carmen HerbertBethany Lewis || The Concussion Connection"People don't necessarily believe when someone with a concussion shares what they’re experiencing. So just being there with them and believing them when they share with you can make a massive difference”. Concussion coach and occupational therapist Bethany Lewis shares the connection between concussions and other mental and emotional challenges and how you can treat and heal your symptoms one day at a time.
2023-11-2846 minThe Concussion Coach41. Finding Purpose & Hope Post Concussion, A Faith-Filled Recovery Journey: Interview with Amanda SmabyJoin me as I interview Amanda Smaby, a young adult who experienced multiple concussions as a high school basketball player which changed the trajectory of her life and career. Amanda went from being a successful student athlete to struggling in school and ending her basketball career. She has experienced depression and chronic pain and other post-concussion symptoms, and in these extremely challenging experiences she turned to her faith and God, and all of this has given her a depth of soul and perspective that is truly inspiring. She is now a photographer and world traveler and a light to...
2023-11-221h 12The Concussion Coach40. How To Decrease Noise Sensitivity Post Concussion: An Interview with Nate Benson about TOMARNoise sensitivity is one of the most common concerns of people suffering from post concussion syndrome. Sounds can feel overwhelming and prevent people from participating in activities they love, such as sporting events, concerts, youth camps, family gatherings, etc. Noise sensitivity can be devastating and significantly impact someone's functioning in their daily life. Join Nate Benson and me as we discuss the underlying causes of noise sensitivity, and ways that this problem can be addressed.
One significant way to address noise sensitivity is housed at CognitiveFX, a cutting-edge concussion clinic in Provo, UT. (www...
2023-11-171h 04The Concussion Coach39. Dealing with Personality Changes in Yourself Post Concussion: An Interview with Jeremy HardmanIn last week's episode, we heard from Cory Hardman, a spouse and caregiver who shared her experience learning how to handle her husband's personality changes following his head injury and post concussion syndrome. Today, we get to hear Cory's husband's side of the story. Jeremy Hardman suffered a concussion about 7 years ago, and has experienced major changes in himself due to his symptoms and post concussion syndrome. He is open and honest in sharing the struggles he experienced as well as the light and miracles he experienced along the way on his recovery journey.
Jeremy's story will...
2023-11-121h 13
Lesser-Known Lewis: Christian Reflections on C. S. Lewis's Essays and Short WorksS3E12 "The Funeral of a Great Myth" with Dr. Bethany Sollereder (Part 2)In this 1944 essay "The Funeral of a Great Myth" C. S. Lewis continues the thought he began in "Is Theology Poetry?" about how the scientific theory of evolution has been hijacked by scientism to become an all-encompasing cosmic theory about improvement or development or progress. In Lewis' perspective, it is time to put this "mythic" to death. Dr. Bethany Sollereder, lecturer in Science & Religion, joins us to discuss how this myth is still prevalent in our world today and the differences between it and the "True Myth" of the Gospel of Christ.
Find more from Dr. Sollereder he...
2023-11-0838 minThe Concussion Coach38. Dealing with Personality Changes in a Loved One Post Concussion: An Interview with Cory HardmanJoin me as I interview Cory Hardman, a certified life coach who specializes in working with teens and young adults struggling with anxiety. Cory's husband experienced post concussion syndrome, and the changes in his personality and life due to the symptoms he experienced created some significant challenges in their relationship and family life. Cory's experience being the caregiver and support system for her husband as he's gone through this challenge is raw and inspiring, and very likely will resonate with anyone supporting a loved one through post concussion syndrome. I'm so grateful she was open to sharing her story...
2023-11-021h 12Lesser-Known Lewis: Christian Reflections on C. S. Lewis's Essays and Short WorksS3E11 "The Funeral of a Great Myth" with Dr. Bethany Sollereder (Part 1)In this 1944 essay "The Funeral of a Great Myth" C. S. Lewis continues the thought he began in "Is Theology Poetry?" about how the scientific theory of evolution has been hijacked by scientism to become an all-encompasing cosmic theory about improvement or development or progress. In Lewis' perspective, it is time to put this "mythic" to death. Dr. Bethany Sollereder, lecturer in Science & Religion, joins us to discuss how Lewis was right on the money — and where parts of his argument do not hold up.
Find more from Dr. Sollereder here or purchase her book "Why Is Th...
2023-11-0134 minThe Concussion Coach37. Post Concussion Syndrome, Dysautonomia, & Intervals: An Interview with Dr. Mark Allen, PhDJoin me as I interview Dr. Mark Allen, PhD, one of the co-founders of CognitiveFX, and pick his brain about what a concussion is, what post-concussion syndrome is, what happens in the nervous system with dysautonomia, how the specific type of interval training they do at CognitiveFX (www.cognitivefxusa.com) helps regulate the nervous system, and how binaural beats (brainwaves) works to calm the brain.
Dr. Allen is an amazing source of knowledge and latest information about concussions and his work has produced significant contributions to this field of research and clinical practice. Enjoy this conversation!
2023-10-281h 02The Concussion Coach36. Managing Chronic Fatigue & Pain: An Interview with Shelby HansenJoin me as I interview Shelby Hansen, a life and body coach who specializes in helping people with chronic fatigue to get their energy back. Shelby has personal experience with chronic fatigue, as she has experienced kidney failure and is a kidney transplant recipient. She has also learned to overcome chronic pain, and is passionate about helping others get their energy back without supplements or elimination diets using tools of nervous system regulation and mindset work. Her work is applicable and helpful for people suffering with Post Concussion Symptoms. Enjoy this conversation!
You can hear more from...
2023-10-1954 minThe Concussion Coach35. From West Nile Virus to Battling Brain Injuries Using AI: An Interview with Dr. Heath LorzelJoin me as I interview Dr. Heath Lorzel about his experience with viral encephalitis and the brain injury it caused. Dr. Lorzel is a brilliant engineer whose experience with brain injury has inspired him to focus his engineering skills and knowledge of artificial intelligence on battling brain injuries by helping others overcome theirs. While he did not sustain a concussion, many of the symptoms he experienced are similar to those experienced by people with Post Concussion Syndrome, and his story will be applicable and inspirational for those suffering with PCS and anyone who listens, really. Heath also discusses his...
2023-10-121h 11The Concussion Coach34. Emotional Resilience: An Interview with Dr. David Morgan, PhDJoin me in this discussion with Dr. David Morgan, a licensed psychologist with over 20 years of experience, about emotional resilience and how it can be applied for people suffering from post concussion symptoms and those who love and support them.
If you want to hear more from Dr. Morgan, you can find him at the following:
https://drdavidtmorgan.com/https://www.facebook.com/davidtmorganphd
IG: @drdavidtmorgan
If you would like to sign up for a free concussion coaching consultation to learn how you can...
2023-10-0555 minThe Concussion Coach33. Nutrition Tips for Concussion Recovery: An Interview with NaTanya ShumwayJoin me as I interview NaTanya Shumway, an athletic trainer and nutrition coach, who shares ideas and advice for dietary considerations when healing from a brain injury. She shares thoughts on diet, minerals, supplements, etc, and what foods to stay away from. Her advice will benefit anyone looking to heal from post concussion syndrome, as well as anyone just wanting to improve their brain health. Enjoy!
Here are links to the blog post and website she referenced, as well as info on how you can work with NaTanya directly if you are interested:
2023-09-3042 minThe Concussion Coach32. Miss New Hampshire's Concussion Experience: An Interview with Brooke MillsJoin me as I interview the amazing Brooke Mills, 2023 Miss New Hampshire, who sustained a life-changing concussion when she was a freshman in high school. Brooke shares her concussion experience, her road to recovery, and the things she is doing to bring awareness to this invisible injury. One of these awareness-building projects is establishing National Concussion Awareness Day, which is the third Friday every September. www.nationalconcussionawarenessday.com Brooke has also established educational programs called Lessen the Impact (www.lessentheimpact.org) and Choose Health (www.choosehealthamerica.com)
You can follow her on Facebook or on Instagram @brookeamills
2023-09-221h 01The Concussion Coach31. You Are Not Responsible for How Others Respond to Your InjuryJoin me as I discuss this very important topic: your complete lack of accountability or responsibility for how other people respond to your concussion experience. So often, people suffering with Post Concussion Syndrome feel the added emotional burden of trying to manage other people's feelings surrounding their concussion. This is not only unnecessary, but it wastes valuable energy and emotional resources on something that is impossible to control. I will tell you the Secret To The Universe (ie: "The Model"), that explains how and why it's true that you're not responsible for others' reactions to your injury. (Credit for "...
2023-09-1717 minThe Concussion Coach30. What to Do with Negative EmotionsJoin me in this short but sweet podcast about how to process and deal with negative emotions. This is something that comes up frequently for every single one of us, and the tips and information in this podcast will be of benefit to everyone, including those suffering from concussions.
Many of the concepts shared here are from Brooke Castillo of The Life Coach School. You can check out her podcast here: https://thelifecoachschool.com/podcast/
If you would like to sign up for a free concussion coaching consultation to learn how you can speed up...
2023-09-0809 minThe Concussion Coach29. A Volleyball Player's Concussion Recovery: An Interview with Rylynn HallJoin me as I interview Rylynn Hall, a freshman at Brigham Young University, who sustained a life-changing concussion while playing volleyball in high school. She shares important insights into what this experience was like for her, and what treatments and strategies helped her along in her healing process.
She mentions Neural Effects (https://neuraleffects.com) and New Sight Vision Therapy (https://newsightvt.com) -- feel free to check out their websites for more information.
If you would like to sign up for a free concussion coaching consultation to learn how you can speed up your...
2023-09-011h 17
Building ResilienceConcussion and Nervous System Resilience with Bethany Lewis (Pt. 2)Following last week's episode featuring the first half of my conversation on The Concussion Coach podcast, we continue the conversation in part 2.. Hosted by neurological Occupational Therapist and certified life coach Bethany Lewis, we dive into the importance of the nervous system, techniques for calming and relaxation, and the significance of self-compassion and tracking progress during recovery.In this part of the conversation we discuss the importance of self-awareness when dealing with dysregulation and the need for repeated practice to build resilience. We also talk about strategies to promote relaxation and regulation, such as the "rag...
2023-08-3038 min
Building Resilience PodcastEp. 141: Concussion and Nervous System Resilience with Bethany Lewis (Pt. 2)Following last week’s episode featuring the first half of my conversation on The Concussion Coach podcast, we continue the conversation in part 2.. Hosted by neurological Occupational Therapist and certified life coach Bethany Lewis, we dive into the importance of the nervous system, techniques for calming and relaxation, and the significance of self-compassion and tracking […]
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2023-08-3038 minThe Concussion Coach28. How Vision Therapy Can Help With Concussions: An Interview with Dr. Devin Duval, OD, FCOVDJoin Kaylee Blair and me as we interview Dr. Devin Duval, a neuro-optometrist who specializes in helping people with concussions treat their underlying visual system deficits.
Dr. Duval obtained his Bachelors from Brigham Young University-Provo in Exercise Science. He received his Doctor of Optometry degree from Southern College of Optometry (Memphis, Tennessee). After graduation he completed a residency in Pediatrics, Vision Therapy, and Vision Rehabilitation making him 1 of 3 optometrists in Utah to gain this type of advanced training. He also completed his Board Certification in Vision Development and Vision Therapy making him a Fellow from the College o...
2023-08-2559 minBuilding ResilienceConcussion and Nervous System Resilience with Bethany Lewis (Pt. 1)In this special episode of Building Resilience, you’re going to hear Part 1 of my conversation with Bethany Lewis that was on her podcast The Concussion Coach. Bethany is a neurological Occupational Therapist and a certified life coach. We delve into the world of concussions, trauma, and nervous system resilience.From understanding the roles of Team Hyper and Team Hypo, to diving into the five crucial pillars for healing and growth, we'll take a journey that combines science, mindfulness, and real-life insights. We talk about how to grow your 'zone of safety,' deal with stress, an...
2023-08-2338 min
Building Resilience PodcastEp. 140: Concussion and Nervous System Resilience with Bethany Lewis (Pt. 1)In this special episode of Building Resilience, you’re going to hear Part 1 of my conversation with Bethany Lewis that was on her podcast The Concussion Coach. Bethany is a neurological Occupational Therapist and a certified life coach. We delve into the world of concussions, trauma, and nervous system resilience. From understanding the roles of […]
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2023-08-2338 minBuilding Resilience PodcastEp. 140: Concussion and Nervous System Resilience with Bethany Lewis (Pt. 1)In this special episode of Building Resilience, you’re going to hear Part 1 of my conversation with Bethany Lewis that was on her podcast The Concussion Coach. Bethany is a neurological Occupational Therapist and a certified life coach. We delve into the world of concussions, trauma, and nervous system resilience. From understanding the roles of […]
2023-08-2338 minThe Concussion Coach27. From Patient to Practitioner: Rising Above Concussions & Addiction, An Interview with Mike NelsonJoin me as I interview Mike Nelson, a NeuroIntegration Therapist at CognitiveFX, who shares his experience overcoming multiple concussions, addiction, and self-doubt to become a valuable contributor at the very clinic that helped save his life. Mike's story is fascinating and inspiring, and he shares some of the things that helped him most in his recovery. He offered himself as a resource or point of contact if anyone needs a listening ear, so feel free to contact him at 23nelson@gmail.com.
If you would like to sign up for a free concussion coaching consultation to learn...
2023-08-171h 06The Concussion Coach26. Concussions & Mental Health: Interview on Messages From the MiddleToday’s interview is unique because in this one, I am the one being interviewed :) My friend Wendy Parrish has an amazing podcast called Messages From the Middle. It is focused on mental health and is called Messages from the Middle because she is still on her mental health journey and is using the podcasting platform to share her learnings, insights and experiences along the way. Even though she addresses fairly heavy topics such as depression, anxiety, and her experience with an in-patient treatment center, she is genuinely funny and has a beautiful way of expressing herself.
She inv...
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Messages From the Middle | Mental Health, Anxiety, Depression, Late Diagnosed ADHD, Undiagnosed Trauma, Neurodivergence, PTSD, Complicated Grief,Watch Your Head: An Interview With Bethany Lewis,The Concussion CoachOn this weeks episode I interview the Concussions Coach, Bethany Lewis. Bethany Lewis is a Neurological Occupational Therapist and a Certified Life Coach through The Life Coach School and has specific training in nervous system resilience. She has worked as an occupational therapist since 2009, and has helped hundreds of patients with concussions and other brain injuries through her work at CognitiveFX, a cutting-edge concussion clinic in Provo, Utah. During her career, she has seen the effects head injuries can have on people’s lives and the lives of those who love them, and has seen people experience healing and re...
2023-08-031h 03Messages From the Middle | Mental Health, Anxiety, Depression, Late Diagnosed ADHD, Undiagnosed Trauma, Neurodivergence, PTSD, Complicated Grief,Watch Your Head: An Interview With Bethany Lewis,The Concussion CoachOn this weeks episode I interview the Concussions Coach, Bethany Lewis. Bethany Lewis is a Neurological Occupational Therapist and a Certified Life Coach through The Life Coach School and has specific training in nervous system resilience. She has worked as an occupational therapist since 2009, and has helped hundreds of patients with concussions and other brain injuries through her work at CognitiveFX, a cutting-edge concussion clinic in Provo, Utah. During her career, she has seen the effects head injuries can have on people’s lives and the lives of those who love them, and has seen people experience healing and re...
2023-08-031h 03The Concussion Coach25. A Teen's Concussion Recovery Story - Perspectives from Mother & Daughter: An Interview with Heather & Evie RoseJoin me as I interview Heather & Evie Rose, a mother/daughter duo who share their experiences and perspectives on the concussion that Evie experienced. Evie has a diagnosis of dysautonomia, and this condition was the cause of her concussion when she was 15 years old. She experienced Post Concussion Syndrome with a variety of post concussion symptoms. She found hope and healing thanks to the knowledge and efforts of her primary care doc and physical therapist Dr. Luke Angel from the Mercy Sports Medicine clinic in Durango, CO. Heather & Evie's insights and take-aways are powerful, insightful, and inspiring. Enjoy this...
2023-08-0251 minThe Concussion Coach24. Getting to 110% After a Concussion, A Young Bride's Concussion Experience: An Interview with Jessi CooperJoin me as I interview Jessi Cooper about her experience with Post Concussion Syndrome right before her wedding. Jessi's story highlights how symptoms of concussion can impact every aspect of life, and how, despite the extreme challenges it presents, the experience of concussion can bring some unexpected and legitimate blessings.
Jessi works at CognitiveFX, a cutting-edge concussion clinic in Provo, Utah. www.cognitivefxusa.com
If you would like to sign up for a free concussion coaching consultation to learn how you can get your life back following a concussion...
2023-07-2936 minThe Concussion Coach23. How to Befriend Your Nervous System: An Interview with Leah DavidsonJoin me as I interview Leah Davidson, a speech language pathologist and certified life coach who has also worked closely with people with traumatic brain injuries and concussions. Leah has a wealth of knowledge, training, experience, and tools that she uses to truly help people understand and regulate their nervous system. I am legitimately so excited for people to hear the information she shares in this podcast interview -- I believe it is really important for everyone to understand their own nervous system, and I particularly love that she shares how these principles and tools apply specifically to people...
2023-07-211h 13
"The Fruit Snacks Podcast" with Emily Wardrop, the T1D Moms Coach"Brain Injuries" with Bethany LewisYour brain controls everything else your body does. It is made up of tiny blood vessels and neuropathways that are quite sensitive and super powerful.
Sometimes we treat the symptoms we are experiencing without knowing the core reason for them and thus miss an opportunity to heal the base of the problem.
Bethany Lewis combines her expertise as an Occupational Therapist working in a Concussion Clinic and her Life Coaching skills to help people who are still suffering with post concussion symptoms have hope that this doesn't have to be their new normal. They can...
2023-07-1831 minThe Concussion Coach22. How to Love Yourself When You Don't Feel Like Yourself: An interview with Self-Love Coach Jenny DrakeJoin me as I interview Jenny Drake, a self-love coach with years of experience in guiding men and women back to themselves. I’ve observed that a consistent challenge for people struggling with post-concussion symptoms is accepting and loving who they are now, with all the changes and loss of so much of what they loved and defined themselves by. Listen in to this conversation to learn how someone can maintain self-love in their current moment even when they feel they’ve lost so much of who they are.
If you want to hear more from Jenny, go to...
2023-07-161h 02The Concussion Coach21. A Mother's Experience With Concussion: An Interview with Megan BrownJoin me as I interview Megan Brown, a wife and mother to young children who sustained a concussion after getting in a car accident. Her experience is one that I believe many people will relate to, since she really wasn't sure she actually had a concussion, or that it could be affecting her in the ways it was. She was experiencing memory issues, emotional changes, fatigue, decreased motivation to do things she loves, etc., and she couldn't believe it was all from the concussion when no one else in the car was injured at all.
2023-07-0754 minThe Concussion Coach20. Nervous System: Say What?? Healing from Acquired Brain Injuries: An Interview with Kaylee BlairJoin me as I interview Kaylee Blair, a brain injury coach, about her experiences healing from multiple acquired brain injuries. She knows what it is like to experience the physical and emotional pain and disorientation that comes along with this type of injury, and speaks from that hard-earned wisdom. She offers hope and shares the things that helped her get through her hardest times.
She mentions CognitiveFX, a clinic that treats brain injuries and post concussion syndrome. Their website is www.cognitivefxusa.com.
If you're interested in working with Kaylee, you can find her at...
2023-06-2850 minThe Concussion Coach19. Long COVID Effects & Treatment: An Interview with Maddy FarrerJoin me as I interview Maddy Farrer, a neuro cognitive psychometrist, clinical research coordinator, and neuroscience specialist at CognitiveFX, about long-haul Covid, its effects on the brain, and ways to effectively treat it. This topic may seem like a strange one for a podcast about concussions, but long Covid can have surprisingly similar effects on the brain to the effects of a concussion, and we are finding that treatment that works for concussions can have a similarly positive impact on long Covid.
CognitiveFX is the clinic that is mentioned in this podcast episode, and...
2023-06-1539 minThe Concussion Coach18. Top Ways to Feel Better Following Concussion: Advice From an OT Neuro-Coach. An Interview with Zara DurenoJoin me as I interview Zara Dureno, a licensed Occupational Therapist and Neuro-Coach, who helps people recover from concussions, chronic pain, and mental health difficulties. She has a wealth of knowledge and strategies for helping people manage nervous system dysregulation and pain. She shares information about the Polyvagal Theory and how it applies to concussion recovery, as well as a number of actionable ideas and tips for managing concussion symptoms and challenges.
For more information on Polyvagal Theory, she recommends reading books by Stephen Porges or Deb Dana. She recommends The Concussion Doc (https://concussiondoc.io/) and...
2023-06-0938 minThe Concussion Coach17. Overcoming Brain Injury From Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: An Interview with Nathan BensonJoin me as I interview Nate Benson, a brain injury specialist and patient care coordinator at CognitiveFX (www.cognitivefxusa.com). When he was a child, Nate and his family sustained chronic carbon monoxide poisoning, resulting in anoxic brain injuries, from a carbon monoxide leak in their house over a period of years. Nate shares his experience of this injury and his recovery from it. He has since studied neuroscience and worked at a concussion clinic, and has excellent experience and advice to share with others suffering from brain injuries. Enjoy our conversation and the wisdom he shares!
2023-06-0147 minThe Concussion Coach16. What is a Concussion & What is Post Concussion Syndrome?Join me as I interview Dr. Jaycie Loewen, a Howard Hughes Medical scholar who received her PhD in Neuroscience alongside a Master's in Clinical Investigation. In this interview, Dr. Loewen explains for us what "counts" as a concussion, what to do if you have had a concussion, and what post concussion syndrome is. She explains what post concussion symptoms are and what can be done to manage them, and she also gives us an explanation of CTE (chronic traumatic encephalopathy). Enjoy this conversation!
She generously gave a list of resources that people can look...
2023-05-241h 01The Concussion Coach15. Overcoming Concussion Symptoms From A Car Accident: Interview with Kenny HunsakerJoin me as I interview Kenny Hunsaker, a friend of mine who experienced Post Concussion Syndrome following a minor car accident. He openly shares his experience with the symptoms of concussion that altered his life and ability to work and play with his family. He shares some of the unexpected symptoms he experienced, specifically the mental health highs and lows, and many of the things that helped him on his journey of recovery.
Kenny mentions doing treatment at CognitiveFX, and their website, if you're interested, is: www.cognitivefxusa.com.
He also mentions the brainwaves app...
2023-05-1857 minThe Concussion Coach14. Overcoming Concussions from Cheerleading: Interview with Paige MooreJoin me as I interview Paige Moore, a medical student at Noorda College of Osteopathic Medicine, and a certified athletic trainer. She received both her bachelors and masters degrees from BYU. She’s a former member and captain of the BYU Cheer and Stunt team. Paige experienced several concussions resulting in a brain injury as a teenager and young adult that made her schooling and athletic career difficult. Today, she’s had a successful recovery, and now hopes to specialize in concussion and brain injuries so that as a physician she can continue to help those that experience neurological inju...
2023-05-101h 09The Concussion Coach13. Embracing the New You After a Life-Altering Injury: Interview with Meg JohnsonJoin me as I interview Meg Johnson, a motivational speaker who has C-7 quadriplegia, about how to embrace and love the new you after a "just like that" moment changes your life in ways you didn't expect and did not want. So many people struggle with wishing they could just go back to their old life, their old self, after a concussion or other unwanted life-changing event. Meg shares her story and experiences with humor and honesty, and will inspire you to higher heights and increased happiness. You can find more about Meg at www.megjohnsonspeaks.com
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2023-03-301h 04
The Concussion Coach12. Equal AirtimeHappy New Year! As we are wrapping up 2022 and looking to the future in 2023 and beyond, how intentionally are we thinking about the future? This short and sweet episode shares one of my favorite coaching strategies: since our brains tend to focus on the worst case scenario, we can give equal airtime in our minds to the best case scenario as well. Doing so will loosen up our fear of the future and open up possibilities that we may never otherwise consider. This strategy is just as valid in relation to relationships and regular life as it is in re...
2023-01-0105 min
Sermons from Trinity Cathedral PortlandBethany Lewis | Day 27 | Advent for Every Body"God isn't male or female – and humanity reflects the image of God."
About the speaker: The Rev'd Bethany Lewis is an ordained priest in the Church of England and a Vicar in two parishes in London, England, having previously worked in parishes throughout the South-East as both an ordained and lay minister.
Advent for Every Body is a daily podcast exploring how human bodies bear God in our world. Listen every day in Advent in the "Sermons from Trinity Cathedral Portland" podcast feed, trinitycathpdx.podbean.com.
2022-12-2307 minThe Concussion Coach11. Resist, Accept, EmbraceIn today's episode, I share an experience I've had recently that I was initially resistant to, and how I've moved through acceptance to embracing it. I also describe the pivot I'm making in my business to focus on concussion coaching (think: life coaching through the eyes of an occupational therapist). If you or someone you love has had a concussion and would like a 30 min consultation, I'd love to meet with you! Sign up on my website: www.theconcussioncoach.com
2022-12-0114 minThe Concussion Coach10. Be the Best, What Else Is There? Interview with Paul ParetsJoin me as I interview Paul Parets about how music inspires him and the life lessons he hopes to have instilled in his students over the years. Mr. Parets taught band at Alexis I. duPont High School for many years, and has thousands of students who continue to feel his influence in their lives. Listen as he discusses his journey into teaching music, the power of music in bringing people together, and how striving for excellence is the best approach to life. "We have one and only one ambition: to be the best! What else is there?"
2022-10-2649 minThe Concussion Coach9. Finding Joy and Fun in Life: Interview with Nancy WinnJoin me as I interview Nancy Winn about how to find the joy and the fun in life, regardless of the circumstances in which we find ourselves. Nancy is hilarious, entertaining, and so wise. She is so fun to listen to, and shares many uplifting and inspiring ways we can stay light-hearted and happy despite life's challenges. Enjoy this conversation with Nancy Winn!
And as mentioned, I'd love to have you join me in my Ladies Self-Care Retreat, where we'll be caring for our minds and bodies with coaching, yoga, and relaxation. October 21-22 in Eden Utah. Fi...
2022-10-031h 02The Concussion Coach8. Loving Myself, Insecurities and All: Jenny Drake Interviewing MeMy friend Jenny Drake was kind enough to interview me on her podcast and let me post our interview on my podcast. Jenny's podcast is called "Falling In Love...With Yourself," and she can be found on Instagram at jenny_drake_ or at her website: jenny-drake.com
Jenny is a self-love life coach, who is doing a lot of good in the world, helping people to overcome their negative self-talk and limiting beliefs about themselves and learning to love themselves. Her work is so needed in the world today, and I love what she's doing and how she h...
2022-08-301h 06The Concussion Coach7. CognitiveFX: Concussion Treatment That Works: Interview with Kaylie FergusonJoin me as I interview Kaylie Ferguson about a cutting-edge concussion clinic, CognitiveFX. This clinic utilizes a superior and individualized approach to treat post-concussion symptoms (PCS). Using fNCI scans, they are able to determine specifically which areas of the brain have been affected by the brain injury, and use a multi-disciplinary approach with a variety of therapies and technologies to target those affected areas. They treat patients from all over the world, helping people gain their lives back after enduring a concussion, and the treatment can be effective even years following the initial injury. Patients with head injuries from bik...
2022-07-3142 min
The Concussion Coach6. Healing from Domestic Abuse: Interview with Amber*This conversation contains content that may not be suitable for young children. Join me as I interview Amber, a survivor of domestic abuse, who shares some of her experiences with the physical, emotional, verbal, and sexual abuse she endured in her marriage, and the knowledge and understanding she has gained through the process. Her story offers an important perspective, whether you're in an abusive relationship yourself, or love someone who is in one, or just want to gain some more understanding around how and why people stay or go back to these types of relationships. Amber offers ideas and ti...
2022-07-011h 26
The Concussion Coach5. How to Get Along in a Contentious World: Interview with Kent A. JordanJoin me as I interview Kent Jordan, a United States Circuit Judge for the Third Circuit, about how to interact with people with whom you disagree. He is extremely qualified to discuss this subject and shares important insights regarding engaging in civil discourse. So how do we get along with others in a contentious world? Spoiler alert: there is no secret sauce; but there ARE key fundamental principles and values that everyone can work towards incorporating into their lives that will make this world a much better place. Tune in to find out what they are.
2022-05-2450 minThe Concussion CoachBenefits & Insights from Life Coaching: Interview with Aselin MaloneyJoin me as I interview Aselin Maloney, an experienced life coach who shares her journey into coaching, what coaching does for people, and some of the ideas and concepts that she has found particularly insightful for her clients. She also references many resources that she uses and people whose work has inspired her. I have included the names and some links to these resources and people below.
Aselin Maloney - azmaloney@msn.com
People Acuity - https://peopleacuity.com/
Deanna Murphy Interview she did on Leading Saints podcast - https://leadingsaints.org/mentoring-relief-society-presidents-through-love-how-i-lead-deanna-murphy/
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2022-04-281h 04The Concussion CoachLessons Learned from Kiddos coaching classKids have so much to teach us! Their perspective is so pure and innocent, and in observing them we can learn how to be better humans. Join me as I share some of the lessons I have learned from children in my life.
And here are the quotes I shared at the beginning of class :)
“Children are the hands by which we take hold of heaven.” — Henry Ward Beecher, reverend and social activist
“The soul is healed by being with children.” — Fyodor Dostoyevsky, Russian novelist and philosopher
“Every child you encounter is a divine appointment...
2022-03-2331 minThe Concussion CoachDivine Paradoxes coaching classEnjoy our discussion of "Divine Paradoxes," how we can learn to "hold opposites" in our lives, and why it's worth the effort to do so. Also, check out www.lifeinspiredcoach.com for more information.
Find the YouTube video with Jared Halverson that is referenced in this class here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hY9_bN7EFOc
2022-02-1053 minThe Concussion CoachWhere Your Power Lies coaching classLife coach Bethany Lewis explores two ways we tend to confuse where power lies: either we try to give ours away, or we think we can take others' power on ourselves. Neither benefits us, and in this video she discusses why and how we can get clear on where our power lies and own it. Check out her website: www.lifeinspiredcoach.com
2022-01-1721 min
Thrive TheologyBy Faith: C. S. LewisWe have another "heroes of the faith" episode for you! This week's spiritual giant is none other than C. S. Lewis. He is perhaps best known for his children's novel series The Chronicles of Narnia, but he was also an atheist-turned-Christian, an intellectual, a university professor, a husband, and a stepfather. Join us as we tell the story of C. S. Lewis.🔗 Find us on Instagram🔗 Visit our websiteResources:• C. S. Lewis website• The Chronicles of Narnia (Amazon)• The C. S. Lewis Signature Classics - 8-volume box set (Amazon)• Till We Have F...
2020-04-0940 min