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22 | physical therapy and autism with Cynthia Hughell

22 | physical therapy and autism with Cynthia Hughell

FromEVOLVE with Dr. Tay: the podcast for parents of autistic kids


22 | physical therapy and autism with Cynthia Hughell

FromEVOLVE with Dr. Tay: the podcast for parents of autistic kids

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Length:
30 minutes
Released:
May 10, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

join the evolve Facebook community to participate in the weekly Q+A >> facebook.com/groups/evolveautismhave you ever wondered what physical therapy addresses?in this episode, I'm speaking to physical therapist Cynthia Hughell about the ins and outs of physical therapy for autistic children. we discuss different areas that can be addressed and understand how to best support your child's body to avoid physical stress and strain.this episode will help you learn:about developmental milestones and when to seek physical therapy for your childcommon areas physical therapists address in sessions with autistic childrena physical therapist's approach to toe walkingwhat parents can do outside of physical therapy sessionsconnect with Cynthia on TikTok @vidakidstherapy for more free physical therapy content.want to learn more about Dr. Tay's Whole Family Approachᵀᴹ and current services offered? >> schedule a free consult call here or email admin@drtaylorday.com if you have questions.other places you can learn from me >>Instagram @the.dr.tayTikTok @the.dr.tayLinkedIn @the-dr-tay*please note: in this episode, both identity-first (autistic child) and person-first language (child with autism / ASD) are used. although as clinicians and practitioners we are slowly learning to shift our language and take the lead from the autistic community, the stance of this podcast is that we ultimately want to honor what each child and family prefer.
Released:
May 10, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

welcome to a parenting space actually designed for YOU! where you can get answers about navigating a life that includes autism. I’m Dr. Tay, a licensed child psychologist and parental coach specializing in autism and neurodivergent affirming care. I have supported 100s of autistic children and their families and have been in the autism field for over a decade. on this podcast, we focus on supporting your autistic child AND your whole family, including you! every topic is on the table, and your questions (which you can submit through my social media) inspire the episodes created. I share some of my personal stories growing up with a brother who was diagnosed at 23 months of age as well as feature other families' stories so you know you are not navigating this journey alone. this is a space for you to be SEEN. HEARD. SUPPORTED. and get reputable and reliable information about autism instead of searching Google endlessly for hours. I am so dang grateful that you are here. ***disclaimer: not clinical advice, for educational purposes only*** join the evolve Facebook community >> facebook.com/groups/evolveautism for continued conversations about the podcast. AND subscribe to this podcast by hitting the plus or follow button so you don't miss an episode.