In today’s episode, Beth is joined by Erica, an LSVT BIG certified occupational therapist, and Jessica, the mother of Wesley, to discuss Wesley’s experience with LSVT BIG and LSVT LOUD as a young child with Down syndrome.

Together, they share perspectives on introducing LSVT programs to young children, adapting therapy to make it meaningful and engaging, and the importance of collaboration between clinicians, children, and families. They also discuss Wesley’s experience over two summers of treatment and the progress he made in his movement and communication.

This episode is ideal for OTs, PTs, SLPs, and parents curious about intensive, amplitude‑focused therapy in pediatrics and how to make “BIG” and “LOUD” gains that carry over into everyday life.

Show Notes

Special Guests: Jessica Czajka-Glisch and Erica Vitek, MOT, OTR, BCB-PMD, PRPC

Host: Elizabeth Peterson, MA, CCC-SLP

Theme song: Think LOUD for Parkinson’s by Kindred Spirit and Leo Sayer, a song and video inspired by LSVT LOUD® speech treatment. Developed to raise awareness for Parkinson’s worldwide.

Available for download and streaming on all major music platforms. Proceeds benefit the UK charity Cure Parkinson’s. The video can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=li1sfIXnrpc

Podcast Production Team: CS Design Studios https://www.csdesignstudios.com/

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