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Ep. 63 Preparing Autistic Teens for Adulthood
Apr 29, 2026
40m 57s
Ep. 62 CVI Interventions
Apr 22, 2026
39m 32s
Ep. 61 Improving Food Intake & Family Vibes
Apr 15, 2026
41m 59s
Ep. 60 Ideas at Work Highlights
Apr 8, 2026
26m 38s
Ep. 59 Coaching in Early Intervention
Apr 1, 2026
40m 17s
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| 4/29/26 |  Ep. 63 Preparing Autistic Teens for Adulthood | Send us a Text or Voicemail If you work with older kids, you know the feeling — suddenly your caseload has a teenager and the stakes feel higher, the clock feels shorter, and the parents feel more anxious than ever. Good news: the research has some clear direction on what actually moves the needle for autistic teens heading into adulthood. Spoiler — it might not be what you think. This week, we dig into the MAPSS program and come away with practical tools you can use in any setting. We share ... | 40m 57s | ||||||
| 4/22/26 | Ep. 62 CVI Interventions | Send us a Text or Voicemail Cerebral visual impairment (CVI) is the leading cause of low vision in children and one of the most underidentified conditions in pediatric practice. This week, we are getting into the research about CVI, sharing a free tool for collaborating with parents, and discussing 4 evidence-based interventions you can start weaving into your sessions. One of them is the most surprising and effective low-tech treatment idea we have come across in a long time. We share our ow... | 39m 32s | ||||||
| 4/15/26 | Ep. 61 Improving Food Intake & Family Vibes | Send us a Text or Voicemail Feeding therapy doesn’t have to feel like a power struggle. In this episode, we explore how shifting from pressure to partnership can improve food intake and family vibes. We discuss new research on responsive feeding for children with G-tubes and share how coaching caregivers, honoring child cues, and creating a positive mealtime environment can lead to meaningful change—without focusing on every tiny feeding skill. Real research, real strategies, and ideas you ca... | 41m 59s | ||||||
| 4/8/26 | Ep. 60 Ideas at Work Highlights | Send us a Text or Voicemail We're celebrating episode 60 by going inside our Ideas at Work pilot group. Real therapists, real sessions, real problem-solving. We troubleshoot a tough emotional regulation session, share how one therapist used a basketball intervention, and break down how to write airtight documentation when your funding source wants to put you in a box (hint - this is where the key ingredients and mechanism of action come into play). This is evidence-based practice in the wild ... | 26m 38s | ||||||
| 4/1/26 | Ep. 59 Coaching in Early Intervention | Send us a Text or Voicemail Most OTs in early intervention think they're coaching, BUT the research says otherwise. In this episode, we discuss a scoping review on caregiver coaching in early intervention — the five key ingredients, why the model can be hard to do in real life, and five action steps you can take into someone's living room on a Thursday morning. Turns out coaching is a skill, not a vibe. Let's get better at it. We share our own thoughts in the Research Review and encourage you... | 40m 17s | ||||||
| 3/25/26 | Ep. 58 Zippers: An OT + Speech Approach | Send us a Text or Voicemail Most of us teach zippers the same way—repeat, repeat, repeat—and hope it clicks. But what if there’s a better way? In this episode, we break down a simple, creative approach to teaching zippering skills that combines OT and speech strategies to help kids learn faster. We review a pilot study using storytelling, targeted vocabulary, and a themed zipper vest—and then show you how to apply it in real sessions using child-led language, special interests, and easy take-... | 26m 27s | ||||||
| 3/18/26 | Ep. 57 Sensory Activity Schedules | Send us a Text or Voicemail Sensory activity schedules—often called sensory diets—are used every day in school-based therapy, but how strong is the evidence behind them? In this episode, we review a recent systematic review that examined whether sensory activity schedules improve classroom participation for students with sensory processing differences. We unpack what the research found about its effect on school performance and share six practical ingredients therapists can use to build more ... | 38m 29s | ||||||
| 3/11/26 | Ep. 56 OT Interventions for Autistic Children (20 Strategies!) | Send us a Text or Voicemail Evidence-based OT for autism can feel overwhelming—but what if you had a clear menu of strategies to choose from? In this episode, we break down a study that identified 20 treatment components pediatric OTs use with autistic children and organized them into six major categories. Learn how this framework can guide your therapy sessions and strengthen your documentation. We share our own thoughts in the Research Review and encourage you to read the original article t... | 38m 32s | ||||||
| 3/4/26 | Ep.55 Burnout in OT Practice | Send us a Text or Voicemail Let’s be honest: even the most playful, passionate OTs/OTAs can hit a wall. Burnout is more than just feeling tired after a long week — it’s a predictable response to specific job demands. In this episode, we unpack what research says actually drives burnout in OT practice — from workload and role ambiguity to the hidden strain of always being “on.” Then we walk through practical, research-based strategies — including job crafting — to help you prevent burnout, buf... | 37m 18s | ||||||
| 2/25/26 | Ep. 54 Big Feelings, Big Strategies: Emotional Regulation Meta Analysis | Send us a Text or Voicemail Emotional regulation is often treated as a behavior problem — but what if we’re missing the bigger picture? In this episode, we unpack what emotional regulation really is, why it’s so complex, and how executive function, coping skills, co-regulation, and environmental supports all play a role. We’ll move beyond surface-level strategies and explore what the research actually says about improving regulation in meaningful, sustainable ways. This will shift how you thi... | 39m 52s | ||||||
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| 2/18/26 | Ep. 53 Clothes on Backward? A Super Simple Visual Cue for Dressing | Send us a Text or Voicemail Why can a child complete every step of dressing… but still put the shirt on backward? In this episode of Ideas at Play, we explore a simple, research-backed occupational therapy strategy that improved clothing orientation using one small visual cue (yes — it involves duct tape). We break down why dressing orientation can be so tricky, how this approach compares to other OT and ABA interventions, and how motor learning can support independence. If backward clothes a... | 31m 37s | ||||||
| 2/11/26 | Ep. 52 Music for Social Skills and Mental Health in Autism | Send us a Text or Voicemail Drumming might not be the first intervention that comes to mind—but the evidence suggests it deserves a closer look for regulation, connection, and mental health for autistic individuals. We unpack what therapeutic drumming actually looks like (spoiler: no musical talent required), why a simple structure matters, and how rhythm can bring motor, sensory, and social skills together in one joyful intervention. If you’re curious about evidence-based strategies that fee... | 31m 53s | ||||||
| 2/4/26 | Ep. 51 Sensory-Based Interventions - Tools or Toys? | Send us a Text or Voicemail Sensory tools are a staple in pediatric OT—but not all of them are doing what we think they are. In this episode, we take a clear-eyed look at the evidence behind sensory-based interventions, from weighted vests and fidgets to caregiver coaching and environmental modifications. Drawing from a recent systematic review, we discuss what actually supports participation, what shows mixed results, and how to make data-driven decisions without losing sight of day-to... | 36m 40s | ||||||
| 1/28/26 | Ep. 50 Listener Questions: Pediatric OT in the Real World | Send us a Text or Voicemail Episode 50 is all about YOU! Michele and Lacy tackle the questions that keep pediatric occupational therapists thinking, problem-solving, and sometimes scratching their heads. We dive into recommending OT service minutes with evidence (not guesswork) explore how AI can make your OT life easier while keeping therapy person-centered, and share prep hacks that save time without skimping on quality. Plus, we get real about finding mentorship and continuing education to... | 41m 40s | ||||||
| 1/21/26 | Ep. 49 Folinic Acid and Autism: Translating the Research for Occupational Therapy | Send us a Text or Voicemail Folinic acid has been showing up everywhere in conversations about autism—but what does the research actually tell us, and why should occupational therapists pay attention? In this episode of Ideas at Play, we break down a high-quality randomized controlled trial on folinic acid and translate the findings into practical, OT-relevant insights. We unpack the brain-based “why,” highlight what the study found (including changes related to autism characteristics and lan... | 35m 30s | ||||||
| 1/14/26 | Ep. 48 Effective Collaboration With Teachers | Send us a Text or Voicemail Everyone agrees that collaboration with teachers matters in school-based OT practice, yet many occupational therapists struggle to make it work in real life. In this episode, we go beyond polite check-ins and quick info-sharing to unpack what effective interprofessional collaboration really looks like. We unpack a qualitative study and the key ingredients that make collaboration work: protected time and space, trust and power-sharing, and turning shared ideas... | 35m 19s | ||||||
| 1/7/26 | Ep. 47 10-Minute Executive Function Interventions for ADHD | Send us a Text or Voicemail Struggling to find practical interventions for kids with ADHD that actually improve executive function and/or mental health? This episode breaks down a Canadian study comparing two 10-minute interventions—exercise and mindfulness meditation—and their immediate effects on inhibition, working memory, and cognitive flexibility. We explain what worked best, why it works (hello, default mode network and prefrontal cortex activation), and how occupational therapists can ... | 38m 18s | ||||||
| 12/31/25 | Ep. 46 Zones of Regulation: the Good, the Bad, and the OT Way (Encore) | Send us a Text or Voicemail What happens when one of occupational therapy's most beloved programs gets put under the research microscope? Turns out Zones of Regulation—despite being wildly popular—has a shaky evidence base. BUT don’t panic and throw out all your materials, we've got some promising news. A new study shows what happens when you take Zones and actually do it the occupational therapy way: with OT scaffolding techniques, play-based activities, positive reinforcement, and environme... | 42m 06s | ||||||
| 12/24/25 | Ep. 45 The Ultimate Evidence Guide: What 52 Pediatric OT Interventions & 90 Years of Research Reveal (Encore) | Send us a Text or Voicemail Tired of Googling for interventions that actually work? We dive into the mother of all systematic reviews covering 129 studies and 52 occupational therapy interventions across nine decades of pediatric OT research. Discover which interventions landed in the green zone (do these!), which fell into the red (avoid!), and why parent collaboration and occupation-based approaches consistently outperform bottom-up methods. Michele and Lacy discuss this evidence-based, col... | 41m 46s | ||||||
| 12/17/25 | Ep. 44 AOTA Children & Youth Conference Recap | Send us a Text or Voicemail Michele and Lacy recap the AOTA Children & Youth Conference where they presented on sleep interventions, hard conversations with families, and community-based fieldwork. They share the hottest topics in pediatric OT—parent collaboration, mental health strategies, handwriting, and more—plus the conversations and products that made this conference memorable. Stay informed, stay curious, and stay playful! ✏️ Sign up for our newsletter by clicking here. 📧&nbs... | 28m 06s | ||||||
| 12/10/25 | Ep. 43 Reflex Integration: What the Evidence Shows | Send us a Text or Voicemail Reflex integration is one of the hottest topics in pediatric OT right now—but is it evidence-based? In this episode, we examine the research on the Masgutova Neurosensorimotor Reflex Integration (MNRI®) method and uncover critical gaps that every therapist needs to know about. From inconsistent intervention methods to assessment measures missing statistical verification, to a stunning finding about retained primitive reflexes in typical preschool and elementa... | 37m 29s | ||||||
| 12/3/25 | Ep. 42 Sexual Education and OT's Role | Send us a Text or Voicemail Sex is an occupation, but how do we (or should we) address this in pediatric OT practice? This episode discusses why avoiding this topic is an occupational injustice and what we can do about it. We talk about the research and cover everything from sensory considerations in relationships to teaching boundaries and safety. If you work with adolescents or young adults, this episode will give you the framework, practical tools, and confidence to start supporting client... | 36m 36s | ||||||
| 11/26/25 | Ep. 41 The Thankful Therapist's Gift Guide (OT Style) | Send us a Text or Voicemail Holiday shopping with purpose starts here! This week we're sharing our favorite gift ideas for therapists, kids, and everyone on your list. Discover directories of disabled-owned businesses for fun new ideas, then hear about our favorite therapy products like light-up pop tubes, bubble tongs, and the bow-and-arrow set. We're also highlighting self-care essentials every therapist needs—from anxiety-reducing playlists to washable clinic rugs. Whether you're filling s... | 31m 36s | ||||||
| 11/19/25 | Ep. 40 Let's Talk Ayres SI, Autism, & Play with Dr. Heather Kuhaneck | Send us a Text or Voicemail Running in circles, flapping arms, spinning with ribbons—Heather Kuhaneck, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA, explains why joining in play with kids creates the connection that makes therapy possible. As editor of Case-Smith’s Occupational Therapy for Children and Adolescents, co-creator of the Sensory Processing Measure, and program director at Southern Connecticut State University, Heather knows play and sensory integration inside out. She shares research-backed strategies for u... | 38m 15s | ||||||
| 11/12/25 | Ep. 39 What New OTs Really Want in a Job | Send us a Text or Voicemail What do early career occupational therapists really prioritize when choosing their first OT job? Spoiler alert: salary ranks 9th out of 16 factors. In this episode, we break down a fascinating Canadian study that surveyed early career occupational therapists about what actually matters in their job search—and the findings might surprise you. We reveal the top intrinsic and extrinsic factors driving OT employment decisions, why 60% of new grad occupational therapist... | 39m 08s | ||||||
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