OT & Chill
74 episodes - English - Latest episode: 21 days ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsAll things Occupational Therapy
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Episode 22 - Autism Series Part 6 - Autism and Occupational Therapy with Briana Miller
November 11, 2020 18:07 - 38 minutes - 27.3 MBEpisode 22 - Autism Series Part 6 - Autism and Occupational Therapy with Briana Miller In this final episode of the Autism Series, I speak to Briana Miller. We discuss her OT role working with Autistic children. We talk about the interventions she undertake as well the cultural impact on her practice. We touch upon the impact the covid pandemic has had on her work. Briana currently lives and works as an Occupational Therapist in Botswana at Meribah OT solutions. She is very passionate abou...
Episode 21 - Autism Series Part 5 - Autism and Women with Hannah Hayward & Emma Kurran
October 21, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 47.6 MBEpisode 21 - Autism Series Part 5 - Autism and Women with Hannah Hayward & Emma Kurran In Part 5 of the Autism Series, I speak with Hannah Hayward & Emma Kurran about Autism and Women. We discuss differences in presentation between men and women and some of the reasons behind this. We speak about the prevalence of Autism amongst women in the criminal justice system. Emma provides her lived experiences of how Autism has impacted on some of her occupations. We also touch upon the importance ...
Episode 20 - Celebrating AHP DAY 2020
October 13, 2020 21:01 - 34 minutes - 22.7 MBLISTEN UP...14th October 2020 is AHP DAY 2020!!! To celebrate, I put together an episode inviting different Allied Health Professionals to share something about their role, why they took it up and what their hopes are for the next coming year. I really enjoyed listening to all my fellow different colleagues tell a bit of their story...this makes me proud to be part of the 3rd largest workforce of professionals in the NHS. To find out more about AHP Day and Allied Health Professions in gen...
Episode 19 - Graffiti…An Occupation For Our Practice?
October 08, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 43.9 MBEpisode 19 - Graffiti…An Occupation For Our Practice? In this episode, I catch up with an OT from Episode 9, an occupational therapist to discuss Graffiti as an Occupation. We discuss his personal experiences of engaging in this occupation and how OTs can perhaps use it as an intervention in practice. Below are some of documentary/ short clips from Youtube we referred to. I hope you enjoy the episode and as always I would love to hear your feedback and thoughts. If you want to share your thou...
Episode 18 – Let’s Talk About Sex With Dr Sakshi Tickoo
September 24, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 43.6 MBConversations about sex with those we work with can at times be a tricky one to navigate. It is however an occupation most human beings engage in at some point in their lives and therefore is important that Occupational Therapists are able to work with this when it arises in practice. In this episode, I discuss all things sex with Dr Sakshi Tickoo. Dr. Sakshi Tickoo (she/hers) is a new grad Occupational Therapy practitioner, Personal Counsellor, and Student Mentor working in school-based, h...
Episode 17 - Autism Series: Part 4 - Camouflaging & Autism - Lived Experience with Ben Jones
September 10, 2020 00:35 - 36 minutes - 23.5 MBIn part four of the autism series, I speak to Ben Jones, an autistic man, about his lived experiences of camouflaging. Ben discusses how camouflaging impacts his mental and physical well being. He also shares strategies he has used in the past to ensure that he is able to manage himself in different interactions he has had. Other episodes in the series include - - ADOS & ADI-R with Emma Woodhouse -Autism & Me With Rees Finlay & Daniel Grice - Cultural Perspectives on Autism with Adam ...
Ep 16 - Autism Series Part 3 - Cultural Perspectives On Autism With Adam Griffin & Emma Woodhouse
August 13, 2020 01:05 - 1 hour - 45.4 MBIn part three of the autism series, I speak to Emma Woodhouse and Adam Griffin about cultural perspectives on Autism. Adam works as an Occupational Therapist in Dubai & Emma is a Neurodevelopment Specialist and trainer in the ADOS & ADI-R. We discuss some of the cultural perspectives on assessments, interventions and impact of family dynamics when working with autistic children. Emma can be found on twitter (@Emmawoodhouse40) Adam can be found on instagram (adam.the.ot) and on YouTube at (...
Episode 15 - Autism Series: Part 2 - Autism & Me - Lived Experience with Rees Finlay & Daniel Grice
July 28, 2020 05:00 - 56 minutes - 40.8 MBEpisode 15 - Autism Series: Part 2 - Autism & Me - Lived Experience with Rees Finlay & Daniel Grice In part two of the autism series, I speak to two autistic young men who both received their diagnosis in their early twenties. We discuss what being autistic means to them, how the diagnosis has impacted them or not and whether or not they view autism as a disability. Rees can be found on twitter (@reesytime) and his website is https://reesfinlay.wixsite.com/website. Daniel can be reached on ...
Episode 14 - Standing for WFOT Council Member Seat with Dr Kee Hean Lim
July 20, 2020 06:00 - 19 minutes - 13.1 MBMembers of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) have the democratic right to select a candidate for the seat of Council Member, International Affairs – World Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT). One of the candidates for this seat is Dr Kee Hean Lim. With the ballots closing on Friday, 24th July 2020 at 12noon, I took an opportunity to have a conversation with Dr Lim about what the position involves and the reasons behind him deciding to stand for it. There are two o...
Episode 13 - Autism Series: Part 1 - ADOS & ADI-R With Emma Woodhouse
July 13, 2020 23:08 - 50 minutes - 45.9 MBEpisode 13 - Autism Series: Part 1 - ADOS & ADI-R With Emma Woodhouse To kick off the Autism series, I invited Emma Woodhouse, Neurodevelopmental Specialist, onto the podcast to provide her expertise on two of the assessment tools used in the diagnosis of Autism. Emma is a trainer in the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule-2 (ADOS-2) and Autism Diagnostic Interview-Revised (ADI-R). She also runs workshops in ASD and ADHD. We explore some of the reasons behind why an assessment may be s...
Episode 12 - Attachment Styles with Lydia Guthrie
June 25, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 88.8 MBThe way we respond to people around us on all levels is very important in building relationships. Understanding of attachment styles and strategies when working with people may help us develop better responses to during our practice. I was very fortunate to be joined by Lydia Guthrie (Twitter: @Lydia_Guthrie), a trainer in attachment and relationship styles who is also training to be a systemic psychotherapist The link below is a book (Raising Parents: Attachment, Representation, and Treatm...
Episode 11 - L . O . V . E - Lets Talk About Race #BLACKLIVESMATTER
June 05, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 64.5 MBWe are in the midst of racial tension across the world due the death of a Black man called George Floyd. This has raised many questions around race and further given voice to the Black Lives Matter movement. I wanted to get the thoughts and feelings from fellow Black and People of Colour Occupational Therapists to begin the discussion about how we can increase diversity in the profession. I would like to say a BIG THANK you to all the OTs who shared thier views. If you would like to read the...
Episode 10 - Student Life & Pandemic - Chilling With Alex
May 05, 2020 05:37 - 42 minutes - 44.1 MBEpisode 10 - Student Life & Pandemic In this episode, I got to chill with Alex Thomas who is a final year OT student. We talked about the impact the Covid 19 pandemic has had on his studies and what he feels the future holds for newly qualified OTs. We also spoke about some of his placement experiences and discussed a podcast he has been involved in called “The Big MH”. Link to the podcast is below. Alex can be found on twitter @AlexThomasOT. https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/thebigmh/...
OT Chilling With Bailey
May 02, 2020 07:46 - 22 minutes - 21.7 MBMy daughter loves the fact I started this podcast and always wants to record with me. We sometimes record and play around with the equipment but never really post. This time around I thought it would be a good idea to share what we did...let me know what you think.
Episode 9 - Life Experience & Occupational Therapy
April 21, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 83.2 MBIn this episode, I caught up with an Occupational Therapist who has previously engaged in occupations which could be viewed by society as anti-social and not health promotion. He found his way into Occupational Therapy which then gave him an understanding of why he perhaps engaged in those occupations. We discuss what impact engaging in those occupations had on him and how it influences him and his professional practice.
Episode 8 - Stalking - A Meaningful Occupation?
February 24, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 68.4 MBWe often work with individuals presenting with complex needs but regardless of this, we as Occupational Therapist need to be able to explore all occupations these individuals engage in. Stalking is one such occupation. As part of an innovative project, Occupational Therapist Sam Baker works with perpetrators of stalking. In this episode, Sam discusses his role, the impact stalking can have on occupational functioning and the dark side of occupation amongst many other areas. Sam Baker can ...
Episode 7 - A Conversation With Keith - Service User Consultant & Ex-Prisoner
January 28, 2020 00:00 - 39 minutes - 57.3 MBIn this episode, I catch up with a colleague of mine, Keith, who is a service user consultant and also a former prisoner having spent 26 years in prison. We discuss how he spent his time in prison, the impact having his choice taken away had on him and how he managed the transition coming out of prison after a long period of time. Keith also offers some advice to healthcare professionals about working with service users. If you have any questions for Keith or any comments about this this epi...
OT Chilling...
January 13, 2020 07:00 - 21 minutes - 28.5 MBHappy New Year! I had a small break Over the festive period so just wanted to come back with a small Happy New Year message. In the episode, I review some of my achievements in 2019 and talk about some of my 2020 goals. How did your 2019 go? And what are your goals for 2020? hit me up on Twitter @OT_Chill | @KwakuOT | [email protected]
Episode 6 - Jane Moseley & Catherine Rodgers - High Intensity User Workers
December 10, 2019 07:00 - 47 minutes - 63 MBEpisode 6 - Jane Moseley & Catherine Rodgers - High Intensity User. In this episode, I am joined by two Occupational Therapist Jane Moseley (@janiemoseley) and Catherine Rodgers (CathRodgers13) to talk about their roles as High Intensity User workers. High Intensity User is the name given to individuals who are identified as a frequent visitor to accident and emergency. I am always interested in hearing from occupational therapist who are working in non-traditional roles but are still u...
Episode 5 - VdTMoCA with Dr Wendy Sherwood
November 26, 2019 07:00 - 59 minutes - 76.7 MBEpisode 5 - VdT Model of Creative Ability I was pleased to be joined by Dr Wendy Sherwood (Twitter: @icancreativity, Email: [email protected], Website: www.ican-uk.com) having a conversation about the Vona du Toit Model of Creative Ability (Twitter: @VdTMoCAFUK). Dr Sherwood led the first module I studied in my Occupational Therapy training and really provided me with the foundations of the profession, so I was honoured to have the opportunity to have sit and talk all things occupational ther...
Episode 4 - Keir Harding...Occupational Therapy and the Diagnosis of Personality Disorder
October 29, 2019 07:58 - 52 minutes - 49.4 MBEpisode 4 – OT & Chill…In this episode, I am joined by Keir Harding (Twitter: @Keirwales, Facebook: Keir Harding OT, Blog: The Diagnosis of Exclusion, Website: www.beamconsultancy.co.uk) for a conversation about his work around Occupational Therapy and the diagnosis of personality disorder. We also talk about some of the recent attention his blog posts have received online. Remember to subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Anchor, Overcast & all other popular podcast platforms....
Occupational Therapists - A Year In...
October 15, 2019 05:30 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBEpisode 3 - OT & Chill....I (@KwakuOT) Caught Up With Helena & Marie (@MrsMarieOT) To Discuss Our Transition From Being Students To Occupational Therapists. We Discussed How Our First Year Has Been Like Including The Interview Process, Challenges & Highlights. Remember To Subscribe To This Podcast On Apple Podcast, Spotify, Anchor, Overcast & All Other Popular Podcasts Platforms. Drop Me Any Feedback Or Any Topic Suggestions For Podcasts On Twitter @OT_Chill
Newly Qualified - What Next?
October 01, 2019 21:02 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MBI caught up with Valentine Mutsvairo (@iamValentine_OT) to find out his expectations for his career ahead and some of his anxieties. If you have any tips for him regarding interval skills, give him a shout on Twitter. Thank you for all the great feedback & advice on episode one...again, I welcome any feedback so please hit me up. Enjoy!!!
Welcome To OT & Chill
September 24, 2019 20:35 - 14 minutes - 13.2 MB1st episode of a brand podcast exploring all things Occupational Therapy. I have been meaning to do this for a while and I have finally got around to it. Please give me any feedback. Don’t forget to follow me on @ot_chill & @KwakuOT