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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!

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Enhancing Therapy Sessions: Exploring Alternative Treatment Spaces

May 23, 2023 • gina taylor

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In this episode, we explore the topic of alternative treatment spaces for therapy sessions and discuss various environments such as converted barns, outdoor nature settings, and aquatic spaces. We address the challenges and considerations involved in transitioning from traditional clinical settings to these non-traditional or unconventional spaces. The episode offers practical insights and tips on setting up safe, effective, and engaging therapy environments that cater to clients' needs while being cost-effective and flexible. We also discuss the importance of community integration and partnering with facilities to make therapy accessible. Join us as we dive into the world of alternative treatment spaces and discover how they can enhance therapeutic outcomes and create novel experiences for clients.

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