
Animals and Aquatics
Animals and Aquatics is the podcast for occupational therapy providers who are passionate about a career outside the box. It's where we go behind the scenes and take a deep dive into the world of incorporating animals and aquatics into authentic occupational therapy sessions.We are obsessed with helping you elevate your interventions and get one step closer to starting your dream career.We are a husband and wife, mama and dad to three littles, COTA and OT, and business partners. Each episode, we chat about our weekly sessions and problem solve better outcomes for our clients, review interesting research around nature-based therapy, the benefits of partnering with animals and the healing powers of water. We love to interview industry professionals who share their experiences, insights, and advice on the building a dream career.From how to find facilities to partner with (if you don't own a horse or a pool), intervention planning, to fieldwork placements and sites, we'll provide actionable tips & tools, systems & processes, resources & training you need to make your dream a reality.So whether you’re just starting out on your animals and aquatics journey or you’re a seasoned provider, join us today as we talk all things Animals and Aquatics in occupational therapy!
Animals and Aquatics
Campus Currents: Carrying Aquatic Therapy's Lessons from Fieldwork
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Gina Taylor and Liz, OT Student
Join us for an insightful post-interview discussion with Liz, who has just completed her level one fieldwork experience. Liz shares her thoughts on her initial expectations versus the reality of her experience. She reflects on her concerns, excitements, and insights as she ventured into the world of nature-based and aquatic therapy. Listen in as Liz discusses the surprises, challenges, and growth she experienced throughout her journey.