On this episode, I interviewed Samantha Holzschu M.S. OTR/L, founder and owner of Lakeside SPOT (Specialized Pediatric Occupational Therapy). Samantha is the Co-Chair of the Sensory Integration and Processing SIS for the Illinois Occupational Therapy Board. She is also working on receiving her Executive Functioning Micro-Credential to further her specialty in executive dysfunction (one of my interests!). Samantha shines a light on how occupational therapy can improve the lives of many. From those who experience ADHD and executive dysfunction to those experiencing sensory-seeking behaviors (early intervention and ASD kiddos!), you will have takeaways from this episode!

If you are interested in pursuing occupational therapy services, I recommend reaching out to Samantha!

Samantha's Links:

Website: https://www.lakesidespot.com/

Email: samantha@lakesidespot.com
Instagram: ttps://www.instagram.com/lakesidespot/?hl=en

00:00 Samantha’s Background

05:22 Passion and Background in Pediatric Occupational Therapy

08:25 Parent Coaching

10:27 Occupational Therapy Caseload (possibly going further and then doing various settings)

14:33 Executive Functioning

20:30 Tools for the classroom

25:55 In-home considerations

31:00 Meltdowns & Self Regulation Techniques

37:00 Sensory System Basic Education

My links:

Teachers Pay Teachers: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/natalie-marie-speech-pathology

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nataliemarie.slp

Blog: https://nataliemarieslp.com/

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