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The Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyPromoting Head Control in Infants: Strategies for the Pediatric Physical and Occupational TherapistToday's Working Therapist Podcast is brought to you by Haden Boliek, SLP, as she consults with Kjirsti Myles, PT, about exercises to develop head control in babies. Kjirsti shares some great movements that parents can do with their babies during daily activities, like diaper changing, that facilitate a chin-tuck response and allow for the baby to gain greater control of their head movement.
2022-10-0700 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyApraxia of Speech: Identification, Diagnosis, and Where to StartIn this episode of the Working Therapist Podcast, Haden Boliek, SLP, explains how to distinguish apraxia of speech from other motor-speech disorders through a series of assessments, as well as learning the history and background of the child. Once apraxia has been identified, Haden goes on to discuss how to approach it in therapy by determining what the child can do and utilizing that as a foundation to build upon. You can listen in to the full podcast on all major streaming platforms!
2022-09-2300 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyThe Ins and Outs of Taping for the Pediatric Physical and Occupational TherapistIn this episode of The Working Therapist Podcast, Haden Boliek, SLP, welcomes returning guest Kjirsti Myles, PT, to discuss the "Ins and Outs of Taping." Taping is a great modality for muscle facilitation and joint alignment. Throughout this episode, Kjirsti guides listeners through the basics of taping so therapists can begin to use this treatment tool to help their children continue to advance in therapy.
2022-09-0900 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyLet's Progress! Growing from the Bottle to an Open CupToday's podcast involves Haden Boliek, SLP, and Kjirsti Myles, PT, offering some helpful tips on how to move a child from a pacifier and sippy cup to an open cup in a developmentally-appropriate and simple way! They explain the necessary steps in development that must occur prior to making the switch from a speech and physical therapy standpoint. Listen in now to the Working Therapist Podcast on all major streaming platforms!
2022-08-2600 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyHas Progress in Your Speech, Occupational, or Physical Therapy Sessions Slowed Down? Some Ideas for Jumpstarting Progress!Progress stalling in your therapy sessions can be a challenging situation. In today's The Working Therapist Podcast episode, Haden Boliek, SLP, and Kjirsti Myles, PT, will discuss some simple strategies on how to jumpstart progress in your therapy session! Tune in now! Check out www.pediatricdt.com for more therapy resources!
2022-08-1200 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyMotor Planning: Tips for Speech, Physical, and Occupational Therapists on "Re-Training the Brain"On this episode of the Working Therapist Podcast, Haden Boliek, SLP, and Kjirsti Myles, PT, discuss how speech, occupational and physical therapy sessions are where therapists work to "re-train" the brain to develop new motor patterns. Tune in now to The Working Therapist Podcast for the full episode!
2022-07-2900 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyFUNctional Group Therapy: 5 Steps to Creating a Fun and Functional Group Therapy Session for the Speech, Occupational, and Physical TherapistThe Working Therapist's Podcast introduces special guest Nikki Curtis, SLP, and host Haden Boliek, SLP, to examine the implementation of an effective group therapy session to serve multiple children's goals. They discuss 5 important steps to strategically carrying out a functional group therapy session:1. Plan ahead and be organized2. Establish expectations for the group members early and often3. Maintain involvement for everyone and help them work together 4. Communicate and connect the session to the classroom and everyday activities 5. Keep it fun and engaging!
2022-07-1500 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical Therapy3 Essential Phases of a Speech, Occupational, and Physical Initial EvaluationIn this week's The Working Therapist Podcast episode, Haden Boliek, SLP, reviews the three essential phases of an initial evaluation of a child for speech, occupational or physical therapy. These three phases will help you ultimately determine how to make the biggest impact on the child's life and determine the best plan of care. The phases Haden discusses are as follows:Phase 1: Where has the child been? What's their history?Phase 2: Where are they now? What are their strengths? Areas of opportunity for growth? Phase 3: Where are they going? What's the best plan of care to help the child succeed...
2022-06-3000 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyIntervention Ideas for the Speech Language Pathologist: Targeting "Wh" QuestionsIn today's podcast episode, Haden Boliek SLP shares insight into how to teach your patient "Wh" questions without the use of picture cards! She first discusses how to develop goals related to "Wh" questions in terms of functionality and through combinational play. These goals also help develop the child's vocabulary and use of single words to multiple word phrases. The child must not only learn to listen to the question but understand it and respond with an answer that fits. Haden also provides many fun and interesting ideas of games and activities to play in order to develop these "Wh"...
2022-06-1700 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyIntervention Ideas for the Speech Language Pathologist: Targeting "Wh" QuestionsIn today's podcast episode, Haden Boliek SLP shares insight into how to teach your patient "Wh" questions without the use of picture cards! She first discusses how to develop goals related to "Wh" questions in terms of functionality and through combinational play. These goals also help develop the child's vocabulary and use of single words to multiple word phrases. The child must not only learn to listen to the question but understand it and respond with an answer that fits. Haden also provides many fun and interesting ideas of games and activities to play in order to develop these "Wh"...
2022-06-1700 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyStrategies for Writing an Effective Daily Note for the Speech, Occupational, and Physical TherapistIn this episode of the Working Therapist, Haden Boliek SLP relays the importance of documenting therapy sessions, as well as advises how to write an accurate and effective daily note that doesn't require hours of time! She examines how to approach the S.O.A.P. Note in a functional, efficient way so that the proper documentation of the therapy session can be utilized to track the progress of the patient. Tune in now to hear more! Looking for more therapist resources? Be sure to visit www.pediatricdt.com today!
2022-06-0300 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyGestures to Single Words: Intervention Strategies for the Speech Language PathologistToday's the Working Therapist Podcast is brought to you by Haden Boliek, SLP and her take on how to develop words and language skills using cause and effect toys in a therapy session! She provides some great informational insight into how to apply intervention strategies in speech therapy sessions to target communication initiation for requesting, attention to task, and vocabulary development. She provides strategies to elicit communicative attempts for very early communicators moving to the use of gestures and signs, and ultimately, ideas for use of single words and phrases. Looking for more therapy resources? Be sure to visit www...
2022-05-2000 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapySuck, Swallow, Breath: Infant FeedingIn today's episode, the Working Therapist's host Haden Boliek SLP presents one of her favorite subjects: infant feeding! Throughout the episode, Haden speaks about what normal anatomy and physiology look like for infant feeding. She reviews the normal suck, swallow, and breath feeding patterns for infants compared to abnormal or unorganized nippling patterns in infants. Haden also reviews other infant feeding topics, such as burst and pause rhythms, nutritive vs. non-nutritive sucking, and common reflexes for babies. Tune in now to the Working Therapist Podcast to hear more!
2022-05-0600 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyTLC for the Tongues, Lips and Cheeks: Assessment and Treatment Strategies for the Speech Language Pathologist and Occupational TherapistToday's podcast episode is a continuation of the Working Therapist's last episode on "Jaw Assessment and Feeding Strategies for the Speech-Language Pathologist and Occupational Therapist." Haden Boliek SLP discusses what to look for during the oral-motor assessment when evaluating the tongue, lips, and cheeks. This includes an assessment of tone, symmetries or asymmetries, hypersensitivity, and overall strength. Haden also includes some excellent tools to utilize when evaluating the tongue, lips, and cheeks so be sure to tune in now to the Working Therapist Podcast!
2022-04-2200 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyJaw Assessment and Feeding Strategies for the Speech Language Pathologist and Occupational TherapistIn today's episode of the Working Therapist, Haden Boliek, SLP reviews the importance of jaw assessment in the oral- motor exam. Specifically, assessment of jaw control, strength, and rhythm is reviewed, and how these impact tongue movement for feeding and speech sound production. Haden also communicates some of her favorite treatment strategies for the speech language pathologist that are functional and can be easily reproduced by parents or guardians. Listen in now to the Working Therapist Podcast for more on this important topic!
2022-04-0800 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapySpeech, Occupational, and Physical Therapeutic Intervention Ideas for the BeachWhen the weather gets warmer here in North Carolina, we start thinking about the beach! In this episode of the Working Therapist, Haden Boliek SLP shares some of her favorite ideas for intervention strategies for speech, occupational and physical therapists to give parents to use at the beach. Looking for more therapy resources? Be sure to visit www.pediatricdt.com today!
2022-03-2500 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapySetting Up Therapy to Promote a Successful Home Exercise ProgramIn this week's podcast, Haden Boliek SLP and Kjirsti Myles PT review writing a home exercise program (H. E. P.) that follows C. A. N. in that it is clear, achievable, and noteworthy. They go on to discuss setting up a therapy session in order to promote a successful H. E. P. by knowing the reasons why you, as the therapist, are implementing what you are, by communicating clearly with parents/guardians, and by building each session upon the last. For more information on this topic, tune in now!
2022-03-1100 min
The Working TherapistStrategies to Make S.M.A.R.T. Goal-Writing EasyF. S. M. A. R. T. - In this podcast, Haden Boliek SLP and Kjirsti Myles PT talk about S. M. A. R. T. goals and the one "F" component that makes goal-writing easy.
2022-02-2617 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyStrategies to Make S. M. A. R. T. Goal-Writing EasyF. S. M. A. R. T. - What does the "F" stand for? In this podcast, Haden Boliek SLP and Kjirsti Myles PT talk about S. M. A. R. T. goals and the one "F" component that makes goal-writing easy.
2022-02-2500 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical Therapy4 Key Elements to Consider Prior to Discharging a Patient from Speech, Occupational or Physical TherapyIn this week's podcast episode, Haden Boliek, SLP and Kjirsti Myles, PT introduce a helpful acronym to help Speech, Occupational and Physical Therapists when approaching discharge for their patient. This H. O. L. D. acronym highlights 4 key elements to consider before discharging a patient. They discuss each part of H. O. L. D. and how this handy tool helps the therapist to approach discharge from a broad perspective while also considering the specific details for that patient. Tune in now to learn more!
2022-02-0400 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyCo-Treats and Collaboration: Strategies for the Speech, Occupational, and Physical TherapistIn the field of pediatric developmental therapy, it's always necessary to treat the whole child and that involves collaborating with others! That can look many different ways for many different scenarios in individualized patient care. In this week's podcast episode, Haden Boliek SLP and Kjirsti Myles PT explore some of these scenarios and discuss important people involved in the child's continuum of care, co-treats, and methods to implement simplified collaboration. Tune in now to learn about collaborative treatment reimagined!
2022-01-2100 min
The Working TherapistThe Benefits of Low-Tech Augmented and Alternative CommunicationHaden Boliek SLP and Hunter Behrmann SLP go back to basics and explore the benefits of low-tech augmented and alternative communication.
2022-01-0815 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyThe Benefits of Low-Tech Augmented and Alternative CommunicationIn today's podcast episode, Haden Boliek SLP and Hunter Behrmann SLP go back to basics and explore the benefits of low-tech augmented and alternative communciation. Low-tech AAC provides a strong foundation in teaching a child how to communicate, aids in formulating sentence structures, and makes words tangible. This simple and clear tool helps children understand that their words have power, which is quite an incredible discovery!
2022-01-0700 min
The Working TherapistFeeding Evaluations and Emergency Foods to Have on HandHaden Boliek, SLP, and Kjirsti Myles, PT, examine which foods (and tools!) to have on hand for a planned or impromptu feeding evaluation.
2021-12-1828 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyFeeding Evaluations and Emergency Foods to Have on HandWhat happens when you have a feeding assessment and the parent/guardian forgets to bring in food? Haden Boliek, SLP, and Kjirsti Myles, PT, examine which foods (and tools!) to have on hand for a planned or impromptu feeding evaluation. Haden's list includes: applesauce, pudding, Ritz crackers, vanilla wafers, a maroon spoon, and a blue nosey cup. Tune in to this podcast episode for Haden and Kjirsti to tell you exactly why these non-perishable items are great to have in your clinic, school or therapy bag!
2021-12-1700 min
The Working TherapistInfant Feeding and a Tongue-Tie: Is There an Impact?Is there an impact on infant feeding and a tongue-tie? Haden Boliek, SLP, discusses one of her favorite topics: infant feeding!
2021-12-0417 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyInfant Feeding and a Tongue-Tie: Is There an Impact?Is there an impact on infant feeding and a tongue-tie? Haden Boliek, SLP, discusses one of her favorite topics: infant feeding! She reviews the anatomy and physiology of the mouth, nutritive sucking and whether a tongue-tie could impact an infant's feeding skills. Tune in to this podcast episode with information targeted towards parents, physicians, nurses, speech/occupational therapists and other professionals who work with infants and feeding skills.
2021-12-0300 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyThe Ins and Outs of the Oral Motor Exam, Part 2How do speech therapists administer an oral motor exam and which areas do they focus on? Listen in on this week's episode of the Working Therapist Podcast as Haden Boliek SLP and our very special guest, Nikki Curtis, an experienced SLP here at Pediatric Developmental Therapy. They explore the areas for assessment when evaluating a child for an oral motor/feeding concern in this Part 2 episode.
2021-10-2900 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyThe Ins and Outs of the Oral Motor Exam: Part 1What is an oral motor exam and why is it important? Tune into this week's episode of the Working Therapist Podcast as Haden Boliek SLP and special guest, Nikki Curtis, a seasoned SLP at Pediatric Developmental Therapy, give you the answers! They explore how an oral motor exam establishes a foundation for treatment, as well as how this type of exam assists in differential diagnosis in this Part 1 episode.
2021-10-1500 min
The Working TherapistTools of the Trade: The Oral Motor Exam BoxIn today's podcast, Haden Boliek, SLP explains her recommendations for some tools that she uses for an oral motor exam.
2021-10-0220 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyTools of the Trade: The Oral Motor Exam BoxWhat's in your Oral Motor Exam Box? In today's podcast, Haden Boliek, SLP explains her recommendations for some tools that she uses for an oral motor exam. Then, Haden and Kjirsti Myles, PT share what tools are in the Oral Motor Exam Boxes at Pediatric Developmental Therapy and how to utilize them for an Oral Motor Exam.
2021-10-0100 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical Therapy5 Successful Scheduling Strategies for the School Speech/Language PathologistToday's podcast features a special guest, Hunter Behrmann SLP, along with the Working Therapist Podcast host, Haden Boliek SLP. Together, they list out 5 functional and practical strategies to implement when scheduling speech therapy caseloads in the school setting. These tips include: 1. Beginning the scheduling process with children who have the most difficult schedules, 2. Collaborating with EC teachers and other service providers, 3. Grouping your visits in the same general location, 4. Problem-solving to find or create time in a child's schedule, and 5. Setting time aside for documentation
2021-09-1700 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyShoe Choices for the Developmental Stages: A Physical Therapist Perspective, Part 2In Part 2 of our Shoe Choices for the Developmental Stages: A Physical Therapist Perspective series, Haden Boliek SLP and Kjirsti Myles PT go in depth about foot development in children and shoe choices for ages 3 and up. As children become school-aged, it's important to consider many factors when making their shoe purchases. Haden and Kjirsti discuss what can result from a bad shoe, how to perform a shoe test, and which shoes provide stable support for a child's gait development.
2021-09-1000 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyHow to Manage the Therapy Session for Positive Behavior ResponsesOften in our work environment, we hear that a therapist may be struggling with the behaviors of a child. But what does that mean? If we think about it, there are positive and negative behaviors, and all of us behave in some way or another every single day! So when we hear "struggling with behaviors," what might we be referring to? When a therapist struggles with a child having a behavior, this usually means the child is exhibiting an unwanted action. This could be in the form of refusal to partake in therapy by saying "no" or sitting in the...
2021-08-2500 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyShoe Choices for the Developmental Stages: A Physical Therapist Perspective, Part 1In Part 1 of our "Shoe Choices for the Developmental Stages: A Physical Therapist Perspective" series, Haden Boliek SLP and Kjirsti Myles PT explore the topics of milestones related to foot development in babies and toddlers, the importance of proper foot support and stabilizers, as well as which shoe choices to avoid and which to consider. They also provide some great recommendations in footwear to guide future shoe purchases for children.Stay tuned for Part 2, where Haden and Kjirsti go in depth about foot development and shoe choices for children ages 3 and up!
2021-08-2000 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyIdeas to Simplify Your Home Programs: Part 2In today's Part 2 of the Ideas to Simplify Your Home Programs series, Haden Boliek SLP and Kjirsti Myles PT talk about ideas and strategies, based on their experience, to simplify home programs and make them more effective. They cover how to hold yourself accountable as a therapist, check-ins with parents, and very simple tools to use in your home programs. For other listening options, find us on Apple Music, Spotify, Stitcher, Pandora, Google Podcasts, and iHeartRadio! And don't forget to visit Haden's Place: A Therapist's Blog (http://pediatricdt.com/haden/) for more content on Ideas to Simplify Your Home Programs!
2021-08-0600 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyIdeas to Simplify Your Home Programs: Part 1In today's The Working Therapist Podcast episode, Haden Boliek SLP and Kjirsti Myles PT discuss ideas and strategies, based on their experience, to make home programs simplified and more effective. They cover what factors must come together to make a great home program, many common pitfalls that they have learned to navigate around, and why parent involvement is so important for successful therapy. For other listening options, find us on Apple Music, Spotify, Stitcher, Pandora, Google Podcasts, and iHeartRadio! And don't forget to stay tuned in the coming weeks for blog posts on Ideas to Simplify Your Home Programs, which...
2021-07-2300 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyMedical Necessity for the Speech TherapistThe term "medical necessity" is commonly used by occupational and physical therapists, but not so much by speech therapists. But speech therapists apply "medical necessity" in their practice the same as OTs and PTs. As a speech therapist, you have to be able to justify the services that you're prescribing to the insurance company, the school, or whoever is providing financial support for the services. Medical necessity in the speech therapy world falls heavily into two specific categories within the evaluation. In today's podcast, Haden Boliek SLP and Kjirsti Myles PT explore what medical necessity means to the speech therapist...
2021-07-0900 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyHow To Have Influential Conversations To Impact Positive Clinical Outcomes - Part 2As a therapist, when you are invested in helping a patient to make progress towards their goals, you will experience the necessity to have various conversations with the guardian of your patient or the patient to best help them succeed. In this part 2 of the previous podcast, Haden Boliek, SLP and Kjirsti Myles, PT discuss several topics such as: involving family/siblings in the therapy session, collaborating with others involved in the child's continuum of care, and strategies for hearing and addressing the family's concerns. Join Haden and Kjirsti as they discuss strategies for having influential conversations with others so...
2021-06-1400 min
The Working TherapistHow To Have Influential Conversations To Impact Positive Clinical Outcomes – Part 1Haden Boliek, SLP and Kjirsti Myles, PT discuss several topics such as: no shows, frequent cancellations, and reduced home carry-over.
2021-04-1015 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyHow To Have Influential Conversations To Impact Positive Clinical OutcomesAs a therapist, when you are invested in helping a patient to make progress towards their goals, you will experience the necessity to have various conversations with the guardian of your patient or the patient to best help them succeed. In this podcast, Haden Boliek, SLP and Kjirsti Myles, PT discuss several topics such as: no shows, frequent cancellations, and reduced home carry-over which can negatively impact your therapy sessions. Join Haden and Kjirsti as they discuss strategies for having influential conversations with others so that you can get your desired clinical outcome.
2021-04-0900 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyExploring Toe-Walking Through a Whole Child ApproachWhen should a physical or occupational therapist treat childhood toe-walking? What would be considered normal versus abnormal toe-walking? In this episode Haden Boliek, SLP and Kjirsti Myles, PT discuss differential diagnoses for toe-walking and considerations for when it is appropriate to intervene or refer to a specialist. Finally, they will discuss different treatment options to consider, based on the patient's needs.
2021-03-2400 min
The Working TherapistEnvironmental SetupIn this podcast Haden Boliek, SLP and Kjirsti Myles, PT discuss the impact of the environmental set up on the flow of a therapy session.
2021-03-1020 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyEnviromental SetupWhen treating the "whole child" we not only consider the disciplines involved in treatment, but the environment in which we treat. In this podcast, Haden Boliek, SLP and Kjirsti Myles, PT discuss the impact of the environmental set up on the flow of a therapy session. They will explore techniques for transitioning children between rooms or spaces and setting up the room to achieve outcomes in a session. Join Haden and Kjirsti as they set up the environment and carry over to the home program.
2021-03-0900 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyReflux: Helpful Information for the Speech, Occupational and Physical Therapist - Part 2Reflux in infants can have lasting impacts on development. In Part 1 of this podcast Haden Boliek, Speech Therapist, and Kjirsti Myles, Physical Therapist, discussed common causes of reflux seen in clinical practice, as well as more uncommon, often difficult to detect symptoms of reflux. Now that you have identified signs and symptoms of reflux, what do you do next? In Part 2 of this podcast series on reflux, Haden and Kjirsti explore therapeutic tips and tricks for managing mild reflux, and they discuss when to refer back to the pediatrician for a medical management of reflux in severe cases.
2021-02-0400 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyReflux: Helpful Information for the Speech, Occupational and Physical Therapist - Part 1Reflux in pediatric patients is a common occurrence that can present as other medical conditions. In this episode, Haden Boliek, Speech Therapist, and Kjirsti Myles, Physical Therapist, discuss therapists' role in detecting causes, symptoms, and considerations when treating the whole child. Typically, therapists treating feeding disorders are aware of reflux, but all disciplines should consider the impact of reflux on development. Learn more about what to look for and best practices to help patients and families.
2020-12-1100 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyPractice Pointers about Apraxia vs. Phonological Disorder: Tips for identifying Similarities and DifferencesIn this Episode of the Working Therapist Podcast, Haden Boliek, Speech Therapist, and Kjirsti Myles, Physical Therapist, use their more than three decades of combined experience to discuss characteristics of Apraxia of Speech and Phonological Processing disorders. The Podcast also dives into these diagnoses and the team analyzes how each can be very different. The episode also focuses on practical practice tips for speech therapists to help distinguish between the two different disorders.
2020-10-2300 min
The Working TherapistEar Infections: Strategies for Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapistsIn this episode Haden Boliek, speech therapist and Kjirsti Myles, physical therapist, review the signs and symptoms of chronic Otitis Media (Ear Infections).
2020-08-1526 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyEar Infections: Strategies for Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapistsIn this episode, Haden Boliek, speech therapist, and Kjirsti Myles, physical therapist, review the signs and symptoms of chronic Otitis Media (Ear Infections).They give an experienced discussion of the impact on development, and provide a list of "red flags" that the speech/language, occupational and physical therapist can look for and use to determine when a a referral to the child's physician and/or Ear Nose and Throat (ENT) Physician would be appropriate.
2020-08-1400 min
The Working TherapistQuestions Leaders Should Ask Prospective Therapists in a Job InterviewAfter 23 years of interviewing therapists, Haden Boliek delivers some ideas on questions to ask prospective therapists.
2020-07-1824 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyQuestions Leaders Should Ask Prospective Therapists in a Job InterviewAfter 23 years of interviewing speech, occupational and physical therapists, Haden Boliek, speech therapist, delivers some ideas on questions to ask prospective therapists. The interview questions she asks prospective team members are designed to inform the therapists as to the work ahead and making sure the position is a good fit for everyone. This edition has good information for the interviewer as well as the new therapist entering the job market.
2020-07-1700 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyNEW TELETHERAPY for CHILDREN: Tips and Strategies for ProfessionalsDescription: Haden Boliek, speech therapist, and Kjirsti Myles, physical therapist, offer tips and strategies to therapists meeting the needs of the pediatric population receiving teletherapy for speech, physical and occupational therapy. Many therapists pivoted following the initial response to the COVID-19 pandemic, which produced federal legislation that made teletherapy available to clients. After a couple of months experiencing the change, Haden and Kjirsti offer some ideas they've learned in the process.
2020-07-0600 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyClinic Practice in the age of COVID-19 Tips for Serving Children with Critical Therapy NeedsIn this episode, Haden Boliek, Speech Therapist, and Kjirsti Myles, Physical Therapist, talk about the challenges and solutions to meeting the needs of children during the COVID-19 Pandemic. They share their experience operating the business of a developmental therapy practice and adjusting to the changing environment faced by therapists on the frontline.
2020-06-0500 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyInsights on Working in the NICU -
Hear How Professionals Make a Difference – PART IIIThe Working Therapist wraps up a special NICU series in Part III with discussion of: Retinopathy of Prematurity (“ROP”); Cytomegalovirus (“CMV”); IgG antibodies; Discharge Summaries; Handing off the baton to therapists; NICU follow-up clinics; and more. During the last part of the podcast, hear an inspirational message about the emotional workload, the future of neonatal medicine, and some suggestions for moving forward in the NICU. Our Team for this Podcast: Haden Boliek, MS-CCC SLP, Pediatric Speech Therapist and CEO of Pediatric Developmental Therapy; and
2020-05-0900 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyBehind the Scenes in the NICU -
Being Effective with Premature Infants Part IIIn Part II of this special series about premature infants, experienced Neonatologist Dr. Scott Cameron and longtime Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Judy Philbrook help us navigate the NICU. They define terms and conditions professionals encounter when working with premature infants during and after care in the NICU. For example, premature infants encounter conditions such as Respiratory Distress Syndrome and the need for ventilators (conditions we’ve all come to understand during the COVID-19 health crisis). You’ll hear how the team deals with these conditions and other similar challenges.Please join Pediatric Therapists Haden Boliek and Kjir...
2020-04-2900 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyTherapists making a difference with Premature Infants -
First In a 3-Part Series on Intervention in the N.I.C.U.In this series re-broadcast, Haden and Kjirsti gain insight into the workings of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). The engaged three-part series informs therapists of the who, what, when, where, why and how of pediatric therapists work with pre-mature infants. In Part I, Haden and Kjirsti introduce you to the NICU and professionals who work there. Youll be introduced to two special guests: Dr. Scott Cameron, an experienced attending Neonatologist; and longtime Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Judy Philbrook, who give detailed information on all aspects of the NICU throughout the series. Please join Pediatric Speech Therapist Haden Boliek and Pediatric...
2020-04-1700 min
The Working TherapistPromoting Head Control in Infants: Strategies for the Pediatric Physical and Occupational TherapistIn today's podcast Haden Boliek, SLP consults with Kjirsti Myles, PT, about exercises to develop head control in babies.
2019-04-1325 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyHealthy Kids Running Part 2The vision of the Pediatric Developmental Therapy (PDT) practice stems from Founder Haden Boliek's belief that is vital to treat the whole child. You will often hear Haden talk about "getting kids moving and grooving." As a speech therapist she has witnessed time and time again the therapeutic benefit of physical movement to stimulate the natural flow of communication. That's the reason PDT partners with the Healthy Kids Running initiative to get kids moving and wants to share this program with you. Special guest, Brooke Magni and co-host Kjirsti Miles explore the benefits of the Healthy Kids Running program and...
2017-08-0400 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyHealthy Kids Running Part 1The vision of the Pediatric Developmental Therapy (PDT) practice stems from Founder Haden Boliek's belief that is vital to treat the whole child. You will often hear Haden talk about "getting kids moving and grooving." As a speech therapist she has witnessed time and time again the therapeutic benefit of physical movement to stimulate the natural flow of communication. That's the reason PDT partners with the Healthy Kids Running initiative to get kids moving and wants to share this program with you. Special guest, Brooke Magni and co-host Kjirsti Miles explore the benefits of the Healthy Kids Running program and...
2017-07-2100 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyThe Top 8 Sensory ToysEvery occupation has the tools of the trade. Whether it's the Accountant's spreadsheet and calculator or the Carpenter's hammer and level, accomplishing the task requires the right tools. For pediatric therapists, toys are an essential tool. Play facilitates speech, motor, and sensory development. However, choosing the right toys can be an expensive trial and error process.That's why our podcast host, Haden Boliek and Kjirsti Miles attend the International Toy Fair in New York every year. They spend an entire week sifting through thousands and thousands of toys to find good, durable, safe and affordable tools for therapists. Today's podcast...
2017-04-2800 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyTop 5 Fine Motor Picks from the Toy FairLike most working therapists, The Pediatric Developmental Therapy Team understands that "play is the work of children." Using toys as a tool, the therapist can accomplish the serious work of therapy with fun, interactive activities that keep the child engaged. Each year our podcast host, Haden Boliek and Kjirsti Miles attend the International Toy Fair in New York. For an entire work week they spend 12 to 16 hours a day sifting through thousands and thousands of toys. The purpose is to find good, durable, safe and affordable toys that therapists like yourself can use. Then they bring them home and try...
2017-04-1400 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical Therapy5 Gross Motor Therapy ToysHaden and fellow therapist, Kjirsti Myles, just returned from their annual trip to the Toy Fair. For five days they spend more than 12 hours a day looking, experimenting, and testing every new toy available. But this duo is not looking for toys, they are looking for ideas. As Haden always says, "It's not the toy, it's what you can get from the toy." In this episode, Haden and Kjirsti feature 5 new toys that are useful for gross motor therapy sessions. They explore how Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapists can use these toys for effective Cross-discipline therapy.
2017-03-3100 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical Therapy5 Things That Make a Good Group Therapy SessionMerriam-Webster defines a group as, "a number of individuals assembled together or having some unifying relationship." Too often, group therapy sessions consist of only the first half of this definition - individuals assembled together. In this episode of The Working Therapist, Haden is joined by guest therapist Nikki Curtis, who focuses her group therapy sessions on the second half of that definition - a unifying relationship. Join us as Nikki and Haden explore 5 principles that will help bring unity of purpose to your group therapy sessions.
2017-03-1700 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyPocket Disc Part 1This week Patrick Groft, Owner and Founder of Pocket Disc, talks with Haden about the development of his signature product which the PDT Team uses frequently in their therapy sessions. What began as a mistake by his third grade daughter, ended up starting a growing company. During the conversation, Haden and Patrick also talked about his company's commitment to Fair Trade and the Green Business Model. Links to the topics discussed can be found below.
2017-01-2000 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical Therapy3 Key Questions for Therapy EvaluationsIn this episode of The Working Therapist, Haden discusses 3 essential questions that have to be answered in every speech & language evaluation. Every evaluation is key to each patient's future development and each therapists' success. It is both the starting point and foundation for each patient's plan of care. Throughout this episode Haden dives into the 3 critical questions that must be answered in order for each therapist to be truly successful in the evaluation process. Looking for more therapy resources? Be sure to visit www.pediatricdt.com today as well as check out the show notes at www.theworkingtherapist.com!
2017-01-0600 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyBravery Kids GymIn this episode of The Working Therapist, Haden welcomes guest Danielle Dixon, co-owner of Bravery Kids Gym. Bravery Kids Gym, located in Fayetteville, North Carolina, is an inclusive indoor play facility that offers a fun, safe and stimulating learning environment to promote childhood development through play. Bravery is geared towards the development and therapeutic needs of children with special needs as well as typically developing children. Bravery's therapy inspired equipment provides a unique experience of "play with a purpose." Join Haden and Danielle as they discuss Bravery Kids Gym and the innovative ideas they are using to make play fun...
2016-12-2300 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyTriangle Rock ClubIn this episode of The Working Therapist, Haden welcomes special guest Tamara ONeill of Triangle Rock Club. Triangle Rock Club is a climbing and fitness center that currently has 3 club locations throughout North Carolina. Throughout this episode, Haden and Tamara discuss adaptive rock climbing and the many therapeutic benefits that it offers. Rock climbing is a fun and functional activity with many real life applications for children. This is a great listen for therapists of every discipline as well as parents. Looking for more therapy resources? Be sure to check out www.pediatricdt.com today as well as the show...
2016-12-0900 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyGo Baby Go Part 2In this episode of The Working Therapist, Haden continues her conversation with guests Dr. Cole Galloway, PhD. Professor Associate Chair Department of Physical Therapy University of Delaware STAR Health Sciences Complex, Adrina Sabet DPT, as well as Kjirsti Myles, DPT and PDT team lead, as they discuss Go Baby Go. Go Baby Go is a movement that started under the direction of Dr. Galloway at the University of Delaware with a mission of empowering people planet wide to create their lives thru mobility. The Go Baby Go program now has over 40 programs internationally. Throughout this series, Haden and discuss the...
2016-10-2800 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyGo Baby GoIn this episode of The Working Therapist, Haden welcomes guests Dr. Cole Galloway, PhD. Professor Associate Chair Department of Physical Therapy University of Delaware STAR Health Sciences Complex, Adrina Sabet DPT, as well as Kjirsti Myles, DPT and PDT team lead, as they discuss Go Baby Go. Go Baby Go is a movement that started under the direction of Dr. Galloway at the University of Delaware with a mission of empowering people planet wide to create their lives thru mobility. The Go Baby Go program now has over 40 programs internationally. Throughout this series, Haden and discuss the history and growth...
2016-10-1400 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyAugmentative Alternative Communication (AAC) Devices with Holly Camplin, MS, CCC-SLPIn this episode of The Working Therapist, Haden welcomes Holly Camplin, MS, CCC-SLP of Assistive Technology Works, Inc as they discuss "Augmentative Alternative Communication (AAC) Devices." Holly is a speech language pathologist who practiced in a school based environment for over 14 years specializing over time in AAC implementation in the classroom. She now works with Assistive Technology Works traveling throughout North and South Carolina to help clinicians, educators, and clients find solutions for their AAC needs. Throughout this episode, Haden and Holly discuss both low tech and high tech AAC devices and creative strategies for identifying and implementing the right...
2016-09-3000 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyChristmas ChildChristmas Child 2016 is fast approaching! The podcast recorded in 2015 really tells the story of our project so we wanted to post it again. We hope it inspires others to make a difference this year in a child's life. In this episode of the The Working Therapist, Haden is joined by PDT Project Manager, Alyson Nance, to discuss Christmas Child. Christmas Child is an annual event that Pediatric Developmental Therapy sponsors to provide Christmas for children who would not have it otherwise. Since its inception, Christmas Child has grown from reaching just a few children to reaching over 100 children and families...
2015-11-1300 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyDIR Greenspan Floortime Approach: A Brief OverviewIn this episode of The Working Therapist, Haden is joined by returning guest Michelle Moran, PDT physical therapy assistant and Purple Team member, to discuss the DIR Greenspan Floortime Approach class that she recently completed. The DIR Greenspan Floortime Approach is a connectivity model developed by Dr. Stanley Greenspan that has been used for years by therapists. Dr. Greenspan's research and model enables and enhances any therapists ability to connect with children in order to enhance a child's engagement in what is being presented to them, whether that be therapy, education, or anything else. This approach is frequently used by...
2015-02-2700 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapySpecial Guest: Dr. Bill Ogletree,Ph.D., CCC-SLP, ASHA Fellow, Professor and Head, Communication Sciences and Disorders, WCUIn this episode of The Working Therapist, Haden welcomes her long-time mentor and friend, Dr. Bill Ogletree. Dr. Ogletree is the department chair for the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders in the College of Health and Human Sciences at Western Carolina University. Haden is an alumnus of Western Carolina University, and was one of Dr. Ogletrees students. Haden and Dr. Ogletree discuss a number of topics throughout the podcast including WCU's thriving Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, Dr. Ogletree's research interests and recent publications, as well as WCU's upcoming annual speech-language conference. This podcast it a great listen...
2015-02-2000 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapySpecial Guest: Dr. Bill Ogletree,Ph.D., CCC-SLP, ASHA Fellow, Professor and Head, Communication Sciences and Disorders, WCUIn this episode of The Working Therapist, Haden welcomes her long-time mentor and friend, Dr. Bill Ogletree. Dr. Ogletree is the department chair for the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders in the College of Health and Human Sciences at Western Carolina University. Haden is an alumnus of Western Carolina University, and was one of Dr. Ogletrees students. Haden and Dr. Ogletree discuss a number of topics throughout the podcast including WCU's thriving Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, Dr. Ogletree's research interests and recent publications, as well as WCU's upcoming annual speech-language conference. This podcast it a great listen...
2015-01-1600 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyGood Toy v. Great ToyThe holiday season is already upon us and that means lots of shopping. As you and your parents shop for gifts for the special little people in our lives there are a myriad of products from which to choose. Certain questions begin to come to mind. "How do I know what to buy?" "What is a toy that will not only bring enjoyment, but aid in development?" If you are asking any of these questions than this podcast is a must hear. Join Haden and her guest, Alyson Nance, as they discuss "Good Toy v. Great Toy". Throughout the podcast...
2014-12-0500 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyJaw Assessment and Feeding StrategiesIn this episode of The Working Therapist Haden reviews "Jaw Strength and Assessment Strategies." The jaw is the foundation for speech and feeding, but too often it is overlooked. Throughout this episode Haden highlights different strategies of assessment that evaluate jaw excursion, control and strength, rhythm, lateral jaw movements, as well as isolation of the tongue and jaw. Haden also communicates some of her favorite treatment strategies for children. These are easy and functional exercises that can be easily reproduced by parents / guardians. This is a very informative podcast and a great listen for therapists of all disciplines, as well...
2014-09-1900 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyInfant Feeding: Assessment & Treatment StrategiesJoin Haden as she continues her discussion on the subject of infant feeding. In this episode of The Working Therapist, Haden focuses on assessment & treatment strategies. During the episode, Haden discusses various standardized tests that are useful when assessing whether an infant is a normal, disorganized, or dysfunctional feeder. Treatment strategies for each of these categories as well as subjects like aspiration and reflux are also discussed. This podcast is a must-hear for speech therapists, as well as valuable for information for therapists of other disciplines, parents, and childcare professionals. Looking for more therapy resources? Be sure to visit www...
2014-09-1200 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyFeatured Vendor: International PlaythingsHaden welcomes special guest, Kevin Brown, of International Playthings for another "Featured Vendor" podcast. Haden and her team of therapist depend on quality toys and games that are durable, adaptable, and functional for daily therapy. International Playthings manages multiple toy brands that have proved themselves to be an incredible resource for therapy, as well as extremely fun! Join Haden and Kevin as they discuss some of our favorite International Playthings toys, as well as get some great ideas for therapy applications for these products! Be sure to check out the Pediatric Developmental Therapy YouTube channel to see some of these...
2014-08-1500 min
The Working TherapistHistory of PDTIn this episode Haden is joined by guest host David Boliek, PDT Marketing Director, as they discuss the history of PDT.
2014-08-0129 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyHistory of PDTIn this episode of "The Working Therapist", Haden is joined by guest host David Boliek, PDT Marketing Director, as they discuss the "History of PDT." Founded in 1997 with 1 therapist and a dream, Pediatric Developmental Therapy (PDT) has grown to 3 clinics impacting thousands of children with quality speech, occupational, and physical therapy. Throughout the episode Haden shares the story of how Pediatric Developmental Therapy came into existence, as well as shares her heart for therapy. This is a must-hear episode! Looking for more therapy resources? Be sure to visit www.pediatricdt.com today!
2014-08-0100 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyCommunication Initiation: Part 2 of 2Join Haden as she discusses part 2 of "Communication Initiation." In this episode of The Working Therapist, Haden continues to explore the keys elements of teaching a child to "do something to get something." In part 2, Haden moves beyond how to evaluate a child, and focuses on how to create functional therapy sessions for children of various stages of speech development. This episode is a great resource for therapists as well as parents and students. Looking for more therapy resources? Be sure to visit www.pediatricdt.com today!
2014-07-2500 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyCommunication Initiation: Part 1 of 2Join Haden as she discusses part 1 of a new 2-part series, "Communication Initiation." In this episode of The Working Therapist, Haden begins to explore the keys elements of teaching a child to "do something to get something." In part 1, Haden explains how communication initiation develops, and how to evaluate a child's communication initiation based on the normal developmental milestones for speech and a proper use of standardized testing. Haden also gives some insight on goal setting and treatment. This is a fantastic and resourceful podcast for speech, physical, and occupational therapists as well as parents. Looking for more therapy resources...
2014-07-1800 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyFeatured Vendor: Blue Orange GamesHaden welcomes special guest, Renaud, of Blue Orange Games for another "Featured Vendor" podcast. Haden and her team of therapist depend on quality toys and games that are durable, adaptable, and functional for daily therapy. Blue Orange Games have proved themselves to be an incredible resource for therapy, as well as extremely fun! Join Haden and Renaud as they discuss some of our favorite Blue Orange Games, as well as get some great ideas for therapy applications for these great games! Be sure to check out the Pediatric Developmental Therapy YouTube channel to see some of these great games in...
2014-07-0400 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyFeatured Vendor: California CreationsJoin Haden as she welcomes guest David Fisher, VP of California Creations, for The Working Therapist's first ever featured vendor podcast. Haden and her team of therapists depend on quality toys that can be adapted for functional therapy as they treat children daily. Wind-up toys have always been a fantastic resource for therapy, and California Creation's Z Wind Ups are the best! Listen in to Haden and David as they discuss some of our favorite Z Wind Ups, as well as get some great ideas for easy therapy applications for these great toys! Be sure to visit California Creations website...
2014-05-2300 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyIt's All in the PlanWhat does it take to write a good plan of care? What is the difference in a goal plan and a plan of care? Too many therapist can "check the box" on knowing what a plan of care is, but can the plan be implemented functionally and effectively into the life of the individual child being treating? This is what Pediatric Developmental Therapy owner and founder, Haden Boliek, and guest Paula Fischer, PDT team lead, discuss in this episode of The Working Therapist. This podcast is a must-hear for both new and seasoned therapists. Looking for more therapy resources? Visit...
2014-05-0900 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapySo The Honeymoon Is OverIn this episode of The Working Therapist, Pediatric Developmental Therapy owner and founder, Haden Boliek, is joined by guest Paula Fischer, PDT team lead and speech language pathologist as they discuss "So The Honeymoon's Over." Every new career position has it's "honeymoon phase" where everything is great, new, and exciting. Eventually, though, this wanes with time. This podcast gives therapists specific insight as to how they can continue to enjoy their position as well as continue to see meaningful results when "The Honeymoon Is Over." Looking for more therapy resources? Visit us on the web at www.pediatricdt.com!
2014-04-0400 min
The Working TherapistChildren and Their Feet Featuring Pat PandeIn this episode of The Working Therapist, Haden Boliek is joined by guests Kjirsti Miles as well as Patricia Pande of Footcentric.
2014-03-3013 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyChildren and Their Feet feat. Pat PandeIn this episode of The Working Therapist, Pediatric Developmental Therapy owner and founder, Haden Boliek, is joined by guests Kjirsti Miles, PDT team lead and physical therapist, as well as Patricia Pande of Footcentric. The podcast focuses around the u
2014-03-2900 min
The Working TherapistFirst Day on the Therapy Job (Or Any Job) – Part 2In this episode of The Working Therapist, Haden Boliek, and guest David Boliek, discuss how be successful on your "First Day on the Therapy Job (Or any Job)."
2014-03-2316 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyFirst Day on the Therapy Job (Or Any Job) - Part 2 of 2In this episode of The Working Therapist, Pediatric Developmental Therapy owner and founder, Haden Boliek, and guest David Boliek, discuss how be successful on your "First Day on the Therapy Job (Or any Job)." This is Part 2 of this two part recording th
2014-03-2200 minThe Working TherapistFirst Day on the Therapy Job (Or Any Job) – Part 1In this episode of The Working Therapist, Haden Boliek, and guest David Boliek, discuss how be successful on your "First Day on the Therapy Job (Or any Job)."
2014-03-0821 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyFirst Day on the Therapy Job (Or Any Job) - Part 1 of 2In this episode of The Working Therapist, Pediatric Developmental Therapy owner and founder, Haden Boliek, and guest David Boliek, discuss how be successful on your "First Day on the Therapy Job (Or any Job)." This is Part 1 of this two part recording th
2014-03-0700 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyInterview SkillsIn this episode of The Working Therapist, Pediatric Developmental Therapy owner and founder, Haden Boliek, and guest Alyson Nance, PDT project manager, discuss "Interview Skills". Whether you are a new grad or seasoned professional this is a fantastic po
2014-02-2800 min
The Working TherapistInterview SkillsIn this episode of The Working Therapist, Haden Boliek, and guest Alyson Nance, PDT project manager, discuss "Interview Skills."
2014-02-2630 min
The Working TherapistWhat to Look For in a Therapy Job… Or Any Job For That MatterHaden Boliek, and guest Alyson Nance, PDT project manager, discuss "What to Look For in a Therapy Job ... Or Any Job For That Matter."
2014-02-2227 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyWhat to Look For in a Therapy Job ... Or Any Job For That MatterIn this episode of The Working Therapist, Pediatric Developmental Therapy owner and founder, Haden Boliek, and guest Alyson Nance, PDT project manager, discuss "What to Look For in a Therapy Job ... Or Any Job For That Matter". Whether you are a new grad
2014-02-2100 min
The Working TherapistThe Working Therapist: Social MediaHaden Boliek and guests Michael Carney, PDT web master and Jaron Burkhardt, PDT audio/video content developer, discuss the power of social media.
2013-12-1127 minThe Working Therapist: Providing Helpful Ideas for Pediatric Speech, Occupational and Physical TherapyThe Working Therapist: Social MediaIn this episode of The Working Therapist, Pediatric Developmental Therapy owner and founder, Haden Boliek, and guests Michael Carney, PDT web master, and Jaron Burkhardt, PDT audio/video content developer, discuss the power of social media in regards to t
2013-12-1000 min
The Working TherapistChristmas Child Project 2013Eleven years ago, Haden Boliek, owner of PDT decided that instead of an employee Christmas party, the practice would do something to give back to the communities we serve.
2013-11-1623 min
The Working TherapistFestival of Trees 2013Eleven years ago, Haden Boliek, owner of PDT decided that instead of an employee Christmas party, the practice would do something to give back to the communities we serve.
2013-11-1418 min