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Integrative OTS3E10: Gut health for hormones and mental healthWelcome everyone to Integrative OT's last podcast episode! I have so enjoyed having everyone here to follow along on this journey & sincerely hope you've been able to walk away with new knowledge that has helped strengthen your occupational participation and engagement! For my last episode, I interviewed the lovely Allie Parsons, Functional Nutritionist (website https://www.offbeetholisticfdn.com) about how gut health is linked to hormonal health as well as mental health! Please follow my social media to see what else Integrative OT is getting up to in the community :) I've enjoyed this time with you...
2025-10-0136 min2025-09-0243 minIntegrative OTS3E8: Spiritual Direction with Randi LundgrenHave you ever heard of Spiritual Direction? If you have, have you ever wondered what it's all about? What is the difference in spirituality and religion? How is this different than biblical counseling?Randi is an amazing human being & I have had the pleasure of getting to know her better over the last 2 years or so. If you're interested in reaching out to her please email her at 4RandiLundgren@gmail.com and type "spiritual direction inquiry" into the subject line!
2025-08-061h 00Integrative OTS3E7: OT as Original Life Coach (Re-Release)Join Integrative OT this July with a re-release of a very popular episode: Occupational Therapists are the original life coaches. Enjoy!
2025-07-0729 minIntegrative OTS1E6: The Occupation of Risky PlayThis episode is dedicated to my SIL! It's all about risky play and creativity. I hope you feel empowered to let your children run wild ;) Enjoy!
2025-06-0122 minIntegrative OTS3E5: Pelvic Floor PTToday we are talking with Dr. Stephanie Perez, PT from Empowered Wellness about all things pelvic floor health! We discuss all the things: pee, poop, sex, and help after birth (so may not be suitable for little ears). Check Stephanie out here: empoweredwellnesspt.com & pelvicptmama on IG
2025-05-0140 minIntegrative OTBonus Episode: Primitive ReflexesI've had a couple of people ask about more information on primitive reflexes, so I thought I would put out a bonus episode on what primitive reflexes are, which ones OTs' look at & why and how we test them.
2025-04-1120 minIntegrative OTS3E4: Forest Kindergarten & OTJoin Emily with Little Fern Forest and me as we discuss Forest Kindergartens and all things Nature Based OT :) If you are interested in learning more about her program, she is on IG at Little Fern Forest or at her website here: https://www.littlefernforest.com/
2025-04-0146 minIntegrative OTS3E3: Functional Medicine with Jenn deVilleneuveWelcome to Episode 3! I've done it...I have found a functional medicine pediatric nurse practitioner in Birmingham!! Jenn is so warm, approachable & down to earth. She is also incredibly knowledgable and works with not only kids- but the whole family! Please give this episode a listen and reach out to her today :) Jenn's website: wellrootedal.comInstagram: jennd_functional_np
2025-03-0143 minIntegrative OTBonus Episode: Grounding (Re-Release)Hello everyone! As spring is quickly approaching, I wanted to put out this re-release from season one on the bountiful and wonderful effects of Grounding aka Earthing. Get barefoot in the grass and enjoy :)
2025-02-2714 minIntegrative OTS3E2: Occupation of Eating with Allie, FDNWelcome back to Season 3! I am stoked to have the beautiful, talented Allie Parsons with us today and talk all things food :) Below you will find Allie's information if you want to get in touch further. As always, let me know what you think! Happy listening. Allie's website: https://www.offbeetholisticfdn.com/Allie's book "Wilted Women": https://www.amazon.com/Wilted-Women-Cultivate-Healthy-Stand/dp/B0D6WKTYZH
2025-02-0652 minIntegrative OTThe Occupation of Hands on Healing (Re-Release)In Season 3, podcasts will come monthly instead of bi-monthly. I wanted to start this season off with a re-release. Here we hear from two of my favorite people and my two massage therapists as they give us an inside look into massage and its many benefits. I chose to re-release this episode in the winter in order to remind you all that self-care is so vital & necessary and even moreso in the winter when we are all battling the cold & less sunshine or access to the Earth's healing frequency. Everyone needs a loving pair of hands on o...
2025-01-231h 02Integrative OTS2E17: When Grief Occupies Your Time (Re-Release)Grief is so hard, all the time, but especially around the holidays. We recently lost our dog of 12.5 years, my therapy pup Rio, and one of my best friends recently lost her mom. So this re-release is honor of Ama and for all of you out there who are grieving your special person this holiday season. I send all my love through this time!
2024-12-1857 minIntegrative OTS2E16: Lymphatics (Re-Release)Hey guys! This episode was from really early on in season 1, but it's on the lymphatic system and it's role in our immune, gut & skin health so I wanted to put it back out into the Podcast Universe since this is the time of year everyone seems to be getting sick!
2024-12-0629 minIntegrative OTS2E15: Parent WoundBook: Discovering the inner mother a guide to healing the mother wound and claiming your personal power by Bethany Webster
2024-11-0229 minIntegrative OTS2E14: The Occupation of BreathingJoin Integrative OT in learning about breath work and it's many offerings. Breathing is an occupation none of us think about often, but Diane shares what can happen when we intentionally focus and hold space for our most innate, unconscious occupation. Get in touch with Diane here: dianeb402@gmail.comVisit her class on 30A here: www.balance30A.com
2024-10-1636 minIntegrative OTS2E13: PerimenopauseI have had a few friends ask about the perimenopause transition for women, so here is your podcast, friends! I hope you find the information helpful for supportive occupations during this journey. Remember: love your bodies and give them the grace & rest they need during this time!
2024-09-2829 minIntegrative OTS2E12: Heeling CancerIn this episode, I have a special guest: Camille DeSantis, LMT. Here we talk about a group we created: Heeling Cancer for all cancer survivors in the Birmingham, AL area. Give it a listen and reach out if you'd like to join, share with someone who might enjoy it, or pass along to a healthcare provider you think might like to be our guest hiker for the day! You can check out the list of hikes via my website (www.bhamintegrativeot.com) or on my IG page :) Camille's infoBook a massage: https://www.mendingtreemassage.com/
2024-09-0237 minIntegrative OTS2E11: The Occupation of Eating (Part 2)Hello & welcome back from a summer break! I am excited to share with you today the long-promised Part 2 of the functional nutrition podcast. Today we dive into how nutrition impacts hormones from cortisol to estrogen and everywhere in between. I also discuss circadian rhythm and sleep giving practical tips on how to live your healthiest life through nutrition and sleep!
2024-08-241h 13Integrative OTS2E11: Occupation of Eating (Part 2)Hello & welcome back from a summer break! I am excited to share with you today the long-promised Part 2 of the functional nutrition podcast. Today we dive into how nutrition impacts hormones from cortisol to estrogen and everywhere in between. I also discuss circadian rhythm and sleep giving practical tips on how to live your healthiest life through nutrition and sleep!
2024-08-191h 13Integrative OTS2E10: EcopationsI am super pumped for this episode as it is essentially the culmination of my doctoral project for my degree! I talk alllll things climate change/sustainability from an occupational lens. We dive deep into looking into how our occupations either help or harm the planet and what we can be doing better. If you're interested in the references, please reach out & I can supply you with those :) Link for carbon footprint: https://www.nature.org/en-us/get-involved/how-to-help/carbon-footprint-calculator/Link for water footprint: https://www.waterfootprint.org/resources/interactive-tools/personal-water-footprint-calculator/
2024-05-211h 02Integrative OTS2E9: Dyslexia, ADHD, Executive DysfunctionJoin Integrative OT for Episode 9 all about the similarities between dyslexia, ADHD and executive dysfunction.
2024-04-3043 minIntegrative OTS2E8: Occupation of Dance on Healing TraumaIn this episode, we dive deep into the effects of trauma on the body, how moving our body helps and specifically into the occupation of dance. I have attached the references mentioned in the podcast for further reading if anyone is interested! Enjoy :) https://doi.org/10.1093/heapro/daac172 https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2019.01389https://doi.org/10.1007/s10465-022-09363-4https://doi.org/10.1089/acm.2007.7166https://doi.org/10.5014/ajot.2023.77S2-PO290 https://doi.org/10.5014/ajot.2021.75S2-RP292https://doi.org/10.1080/17432979.2021.1927188https://doi.org/10.3389/fnins.2020.612445...
2024-04-1427 minIntegrative OTS2E7: My Favorite Occupation: Play!Happy OT Month! In Episode 7 we are diving into my favorite occupation: play! I will discuss the neuroscience behind play, what skills it helps develop and take away tips for how to best play with your child to build executive functioning and resiliency. We will even hear from fun guests on the importance of play :) Hope you enjoy!
2024-04-0429 minIntegrative OTS2E6: Craniosacral TherapyHey guys! Join me today as I interview Rene Yerby, PT, CST and learn about craniosacral therapy. I am so excited to have her share her wisdom and knowledge and excited for you to hear about it and hopefully try something new in your holistic wellness journey!
2024-03-2032 minIntegrative OTS2E5: Occupation of Womanhood Pt. 2In this episode, we dive into psychosocial components of women across the lifespan.
2024-03-0518 minIntegrative OTS2E4: The Occupation of MotherhoodIn this episode we get to hear from a fellow doctoral candidate in my OT program: Brittany Lawrence (links to her info below). She has chosen to do her doctoral project on the role OTs can play in the maternal health world and I could not be more excited to have her share her passion!! Brittany's social media: www.instagram.com/lovely_bee91www.facebook.com/brittanylawrence
2024-02-1248 minIntegrative OTS2E3: The Occupation of Womanhood and DanceTune in to episode three to hear all about how women differ physiologically then men and why that matters to our health and occupations. In part 2 of this episode, we look at the healing occupation of dance!
2024-01-3131 minIntegrative OTS2E2: OT as OG Life CoachTune in to today's episode to find out why occupational therapists are the original life coaches, how it's in our scope of practice & how an OT can help you with your lifestyle's goals/how to incorporate coaching methods into your practice! Coaching Model:https://www.otago.ac.nz/wellington/departments/medicine/postgraduate/rehabilitation/otago695258.html
2024-01-1729 minIntegrative OTS2E1: Occupational ScienceOccupational science is the backbone of evidenced based occupational therapy and calls us as OTs to be client-centered and occupation-based.
2024-01-0315 minIntegrative OTS1E23: Herbal tea & skin careI am so excited for this episode! I found the best small business in TN with the sweetest creator of all things herbal/natural: Loren with Beyond the Barn. I can't wait for y'all to hear this fun, inspiring and educational episode! Links to Loren's info: IG: https://www.instagram.com/beyondthebarntnFB: https://www.facebook.com/beyondthebarntnWebsite: https://www.beyondthebarntn.com/
2023-12-1248 minIntegrative OTBonus: Occupation of EarthingWelcome to the Bonus Episode all about the occupation of Earthing/Grounding! I cannot wait to hear what y'all think about this mini-bonus episode.
2023-12-0714 minIntegrative OTS1E22: Pets & Animal Assisted TherapyWelcome to Episode 22! Are you in a role as pet-owner? Thinking about becoming a pet owner or do you engage in the occupation of animal-assisted therapy? This episode will leave you feeling warm and fuzzy with all the benefits that come from pets of all kinds! Check out the links below to the articles and organization websites mentioned: - https://newsinhealth.nih.gov/2018/02/power-pets#:~:text=Interacting%20with%20animals%20has%20been,support%2C%20and%20boost%20your%20mood- https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=SPBz8raet8_DU-VF&embeds_referring_euri=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.physio-pedia.com%2F...
2023-11-2922 minIntegrative OTS1E21: Occupations to ease menopauseOn Episode 21 of Integrative OT's podcast we dive into perimenopause & menopause. What is it? Why do women experience such awful symptoms with this & what occupations can we engage in that can help those symptoms? According to TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) we can learn a lot about this transitional period and help alleviate the symptoms.
2023-11-1732 minIntegrative OTS1E20: Aromatherapy & ReflexologyWhen most people think of the occupation of self-care, they think of bubble baths that smell lovely and maybe even foot rubs? Well that's exactly what we're talking about today! How is that some scents calm us and others excite? What exactly is the science behind how foot rubs are beneficial for our health? Dive in to episode 20 and get those answers and more!
2023-10-2141 minIntegrative OTS1E19: Occupation of Parenthood: Values Based ParentingIn Episode 19, my husband, Zach, and I discuss Values-Based Parenting...why we chose it, what it is & how it's making a difference in the lives of our children. Tune in and let me know what you think! Article on Values-Based Parenting: https://www.boystown.org/parenting/article/Pages/values-based-parenting.aspx
2023-10-0234 minIntegrative OTS1E18: Self-Compassion & EFTSelf-compassion is something that most of us are lacking in, yet is hugely important to our mental health. Check out this episode to get real life examples and activities you can do to beef up your self-compassion. Self-Compassion test: https://self-compassion.org/self-compassion-test/EFT tapping locations:top of your head (middle)3rd eye (middle of forehead)L eyebrowCorner of L eye Under L eyeUnder noseUnder mouthUnder L collarboneUnder L armpit on ribsL hand, each fingerL pinky side of hand, under knuckle
2023-09-1526 minIntegrative OTS1E17: The Occupation of EatingMmmm food...one of my favorite occupations is eating! In this episode we take a deep dive covering a LOT of nutrition topics from dieting, to what are micro and macros, to what exactly does organic even mean? Check out Episode 17 of Integrative OT's podcast to see for yourself why eating the rainbow matters! If you're not fighting disease, you're feeding it!
2023-08-221h 06Integrative OTThe Occupation of SleepSleep is crucial to our very existence...but why exactly? What does sleep do for us, how do we "make the most" of our sleeping time & what occupations can we put into play during the day that will help us through the night?
2023-08-1128 minIntegrative OTS1E15: Ritual into WomanhoodEpisode 15 is about all things menstrual health. What are the phases, what do they look like symptom wise and how can we aid in supporting these fluctuations throughout the month? Check it out and let me know what you think!US Women's World Cup article: https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/wellness/story/uswnt-innovative-period-tracking-player-performance-world-cup-64339368
2023-07-1525 minIntegrative OTS1E14: School OTIn episode 14, we get a deep dive into what OTs can do for kids in the school system. I talk with my friend & fellow OT, Michelle, who has worked basically her whole career in schools. Check it and let me know what you think on social media!
2023-07-0256 minIntegrative OTS1E13: When Grief Occupies Your Time (Re-Release)In honor of Father's Day, I am re-releasing Episode 2: When Grief Occupies Your Time. This podcast for technical reasons, never uploaded and released to iTunes, so I'm hoping that this time it will work. Sending my Father lots of heavenly love today and every day. Grief comes in many forms...loss of a loved one is just one way it shows up. I know a lot of people have complicated relationships with their dads so make sure to offer yourself some self-love on Father's Day.
2023-06-1557 minIntegrative OTS1E12: Enneagram & Therapeutic Use of SelfEver heard of the enneagram? It's the coolest "personality tool" if you will! I have made everyone in my life take the test (free one here: yourenneagramcoach.com) and it has helped my relationships & how I better understand myself and my growth/stress in so many ways! Check out the podcast and let me know what you think!
2023-05-2954 minIntegrative OTS1E11: The Occupation of Hands on HealingHello everyone & welcome to episode 11! I am actually interviewing two of my favorite people today: Bethany Marks, LMT and Nancy Hudspeth, LMT and we are talking all things massage! Massage therapy has SO many benefits and is one of my all-time favorite occupations for self-care. Give it a listen & let me know what you think!Show Notes:Bethany Marks, LMT: http://www.kneaded-balance.massagetherapy.com/Nancy Hudspeth, LMT: instagram.com/thenaturalnancy UAB RN discussed: Ann J. Clark (book: Healing from Great Loss)
2023-05-041h 02Integrative OTS1E10: The Occupation of HerbalismJoin me and Joanna Mann, owner and operator of Walden Farmacy today as we discuss all things herbalism. Wildcrafting and tea drinking is one of my most cherished occupations, so I hope y'all enjoy hearing about plants as much as I do!Show Notes:Walden Farmacy infowww.waldenfarmacy.comIG: @waldenfarmacy
2023-04-1931 minIntegrative OTS1E9: Interoception & Co-RegulationJoin Integrative OT for Episode 9 where we discuss what interoception is, how we can tune in to this sense and what it has to do with co-regulation.
2023-04-0616 minIntegrative OTS1E8: Nature Based OTEpisode 8 is one of my most favorite topics: Nature!! I could talk about this forever. Listen and learn about why nature is so important for us and how we can incorporate this into our daily lives. Show Notes: Biophilia Hypothesis https://www.britannica.com/science/biophilia-hypothesis
2023-03-1627 minIntegrative OTS1E7: Occupational JusticeJoin Ebonie Matthews, PTA & CLT, and I as we dive straight into the hard conversation: what it's like dealing day in and day out with occupational injustice from the lens of intersectionality: black and woman.Referenced book: "The Pain Gap: How Sexism & Racism in Healthcare Kill Women" by Anushay Hossain
2023-02-2832 minIntegrative OTS1E6: Occupational Deprivation: TraumaEpisode 6 is all about trauma- how it occurs, who it happens to, what happens afterward & how feeling it helps heal it through engaging in meaningful occupations as well as getting back to the occupations that matter to us. Show Notes:Siamese Cat Study: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-imprinted-brain/201402/epigenesis-what-people-dont-understand-about-epigeneticsThe Body Keeps the Score book by Besser Van Der KolkYoutube Documentary "The Mask You Live In": https://therepproject.org/films/the-mask-you-live-in/
2023-02-1722 minIntegrative OTS1E5: Using Intuition to Increase Healthy OccupationsEpisode 5 dives into what is intuition, why is it important and how do we go about cultivating it? Show Notes: Book: Intuitive Development: How to Trust Your Inner Knowing for Guidance with Relationships, Health, and Spirituality by Emmy Vadnais, OT
2023-02-0118 minIntegrative OTS1E4: Sustainable OccupationsIn this episode, I discuss with Rachel (sustainability finance manager at a large corporation & 20+ year long best friend) ways in which we can choose to engage in meaningful and sustainable occupations. Show Notes: Reach out to Rachel on IG: @2NatureWithLoveEWG app for clean products: https://www.ewg.org/Dirty Dozen: https://www.ewg.org/foodnews/dirty-dozen.php Clean 15: https://www.ewg.org/foodnews/clean-fifteen.phpFarmers Markets: https://www.ams.usda.gov/local-food-directories/farmersmarketsWomen’s & Kid's Used Clothes: https://www.thredup.comCompo...
2023-01-1749 minIntegrative OTS1E3: Lymphatics 101The Lymphedema Act was finally passed through congress last week and us lymphatic nerds couldn't be happier!! This is a huge milestone for the therapeutic community and so in honor of this, episode three of Integrative OT's podcast looks at:What is our lymphatic system?Why is it important?How can we support it?How does it relate to our engaging in meaningful occupations?Show notes: The Book of Lymph by Lisa Levitt Gainsley, CLTJohn Hopkins study: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/research/advancements-in-research/fundamentals/in-depth/the-gut-where-bacteria-and-immune-system-meetArticle regarding food in...
2023-01-0429 minIntegrative OTS1E2: When Grief Occupies Your TimeEpisode 2 centers around the unfortunate occupation of grief and how it disrupts roles, routines & habits. How can creating healing rituals help in your process of grieving? OT has a unique lens in which to look at grief and heal through meaningful occupations. Join Kelly and I to discuss all things grief!
2022-12-2257 minIntegrative OTS1E1: What is OT?Episode 1 of Integrative OT's podcast answers all your questions about OT- What is OT?- Why would someone come to see an OT?- What kind of schooling do OTs have?- What is an OT's scope?- Are they licensed and registered, board certified?Check out Episode 1 and find out all these answers and more!Show note: www.aota.org for a copy of OT Scope of Practice and OT Code of Ethics
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