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First BiteThe Importance of Motor and Language Learning for Effective Therapy with Karen McWaters (Rewind)Guest: Karen McWaters MOT, OTR/LEarn 0.1 ASHA CEU for this episode: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/courses/the-importance-of-motor-and-language-learning-for-effective-Originally Aired: September 2023As SLPs, we can often look at speech and language development in isolation, as our formal assessments encourage us to do; however, it is imperative that we learn from our occupational and physical therapy colleagues regarding motor learning principles and how they parallel those of language development. When we get out of our box, we can further understand the children we work with and their capacities. Erin and Karen...2025-07-221h 13
Run Your Story PodcastRiley Strickland - "Never miss a long run"Like the episode? Let us know with a quick text!In this episode, we welcome Raleigh, a dedicated runner and YMCA wellness coach.Raleigh shares her inspiring journey into running, starting from her first half marathon in October 2021 to completing marathons and ultras.She highlights the importance of strength training, cross-training, and proper recovery techniques.Raleigh also discusses her role at the YMCA, her passion for community engagement, and her love for running events, especially the Cowtown Marathon.Tune in to hear her insights on maintaining a balanced fitness...2025-02-0540 min
The Profitable Cleaner#141 Mastering Vendor Management: Key Strategies for Facility ManagersWelcome to Part 2 of the "Mastering Vendor Management: Key Strategies for Facility Managers" episode on the Profitable Cleaner podcast!In this second installment, we continue unraveling the complexities of vendor management for facility managers. With a focus on advanced Lean Six Sigma applications, this episode dives into the strategies that foster strong vendor relationships and showcases effective ways to manage operations during challenging times like the COVID-19 pandemic. Plus, don't miss the special segment featuring Karen McWaters, an Insight panelist at the upcoming Cleaning Prophets Takeover event in Denver, Colorado, from September 24-26. Episode Highlights:2024-05-221h 11The Profitable Cleaner#140 Mastering Facility Management: Lean Six Sigma, Vendor Loyalty & Overcoming COVID-19🧹 Welcome to the latest episode of the Profitable Cleaner podcast: "Mastering Facility Management: Lean Six Sigma, Vendor Loyalty & Overcoming COVID-19"In this pivotal episode, we delve into the essentials of facility management, emphasizing the integration of Lean Six Sigma, the cultivation of vendor loyalty, and the strategies for overcoming the challenges posed by COVID-19. Learn from industry leaders about optimizing operations and maintaining robust vendor relationships during uncertain times. Plus, don't miss the special segment featuring Karen McWaters, an Insight panelist at the upcoming Cleaning Prophets Takeover event in Denver, Colorado, from September 24-26.🔑 Key Highli...2024-05-151h 11First BiteThe Joy and Just Right Challenge for Successful Therapy with Karen McWaters
Guest: Karen McWaters, MOT, OTR/L - This course will integrate theories and ideas from the previous three courses to dive deep into what we are actually asking our patients to do in sessions. How do we truly analyze the task and work to find the just right challenge to help them grow within their zone of proximal development while also helping them feel successful? Karen and Erin will explore the beautiful tool of joy and play, which can uncover true learning in a child.
Mentioned in this episode:Beyond Words with Garrett Oyama2023-09-191h 06First BiteThe Importance of Motor and Language Learning for Effective Therapy with Karen McWaters
Guest: Karen McWater, MOT, OTR/L - As SLPs, we can often look at speech and language development in isolation, as our formal assessments encourage us to do; however, it is imperative that we learn from our occupational and physical therapy colleagues regarding motor learning principles and how they parallel those of language development. When we get out of our box, we can further understand the children we work with and their capacities. Erin and Karen will discuss their journey of collaborating within this context and how they learned from each other to help the children they worked with...2023-09-151h 14First BiteTherapeutic Use of Self and Affect: Your Greatest Tool in Therapy with Karen McWaters
Guest: Karen McWaters, MOT, OTR/L - With all the therapy tools we have access to, all the worksheets, toys, and bubbles, it is important to understand that you are your own best tool. Karen and Erin discuss the role of effect and attunement to truly connect with children and their caregivers in sessions. They discuss the intentional relationship model and how we clinicians can use it to truly identify and improve our relationships with our clients and their caregivers to further build our connection. They will discuss the evidence behind relationship-based therapy and the true heart and joy...2023-09-121h 05First BiteRoles of SLPs and OTs in Sensory and Regulation Systems with Karen McWaters
Guest: Karen McWaters, MOT, OTR/L - As SLPs, we have, in the past, passed all of our questions regarding sensory systems and regulation off to our OT counterparts due to their expansive education on the subject. However, it is time that we sit at the same table and have a conversation about sensory and its role in communication. A child needs to be regulated to grow their communication skills, and as such, we as SLPs need to learn from those around us how to support a child’s sensory system for optimal language development. Today, Erin and Karen di...2023-09-081h 07
Swallow Your Pride Podcast280 – Patience and Play in Peds: Meaning-Making Makes the DifferenceHave you harnessed the truly transformative power of play and patience for peds clients? We’re talking world-shifting, life-changing, tear-jerking, heart-string-tugging growth here!
Erin Forward (SLP) and Karen McWaters (OT) use creative activities, sensory exploration, and play-based, connection-focused interventions to help their clients unbundle their language skills, feel safe in their environment, and express their truest selves. They infuse joy, curiosity, and security in each session and their results are nothing short of inspirational.
The dynamic duo shares insights, tips, and tricks for parents and professionals, revealing how play can be a powerful tool to un...2023-05-211h 03First BiteA Functional Pediatric How-To-Guide in Collaborating Between OT and SLP with Karen McWaters
Guest: Erin Forward, MSP CCC-SLP, CLC and Karen McWaters, MOT, OTR/L - In today’s show, Erin and Michelle are joined by Karen McWaters to discuss the very important topic of interprofessional collaboration. Healthcare professionals generally tend to silo themselves in their own disciplines, and according to the Autism Research Journal, there are four main barriers to communication which exist. This disconnect is very unfortunate because, as you will hear in this episode, collaboration across professions has the potential to be a very powerful force. Erin, who is an SLP, and Karen, who is an OT, worked concurrently wi...2021-09-031h 11