Maria Aarts is in Australia for the first time in 6 years and joins us for part two of a two part series to discuss the Marte Meo Approach. In part two, Maria outlines the scope of Marte Meo in a variety of settings, her love of cooking, life with 13 siblings and an introduction to Italia Parletta and how Marte Meo is a way of life.

Maria Aarts is in Australia for the first time in 6 years and joins us for a two part series to discuss the Marte Meo Approach. In part one, Maria outlines the approach, how it came to be and what her training offers others.

We return for a third season of the Integration Station with Michael hosting music therapist Natalie Oliveri. Natalie gives us an insight into how music therapy supports clients, how to change mood with music and even sings an original song live!

In the season finale, Michael and Dino chat to Becky Blake - tutor, mentor, mother and musician. Having a lived experience of ADHD, Becky discusses the benefits of a brain that is wired differently and how it assists her in her music and teaching.

Annie Part 2: This is the second part of Occupational Therapist and Sleep Specialist Annie O'Connell's chat with Michael and Dino revealing how the sensory world impacts sleep, some other sleep tips, her upcoming sleep training and a sleep quiz.

Annie Part 1: Occupational Therapist and Sleep Specialist Annie O'Connell joins Michael and Dino to discuss how good sleep is one of the biggest factors in quality of life.

Nutritional Biochemist, Dr Libby Weaver, joins Michael and Dino to discuss her approach to health, food and wellbeing.

In this second part with Mel, she discusses her clinical work, the concerns over screen time, challenges facing children in guardianship care and the transition from adolescent to adult psychiatry.

In this episode Michael and Dino are joined by counsellor Alana Lenart. Alana reveals how she moved from her long career in aviation to counselling as a result of her lived experience with her autistic son.

In this chat, we cover the current state of the EASI (Evaluation in Ayres Sensory Integration), recent data on trends in sensorimotor development, the impact of funding models on accessing care and whether or not Susanne likes cheese...

Dr Melaine Turner, or Mel to her clients, is a one of Adelaide's few Child and Adolescent Psychiatrists. In this episode, Mel discusses her upbringing, school life, undertaking a medical exam with a one year old and answering a quick Psychiatrists quiz!

In this episode Michael talks with Dr Ben Sellar, Lecturer in Occupational Therapy at the University of South Australia. Ben gives insights on the UniSA degree, the role of occupation and what that means in OT, play and development and the role of screen time for children growing up in a technological moment.

In this episode we will hear from Cathy Sires, the Principal of St Patrick’s Special School in Dulwich. She shares stories of her teaching background, family, importance of special schools and her favourite tv show growing up!

A story of courage, hope and family. From the moments of deep despair to finding joy in taking risks and having a smile; Thomas provides an engaging insight into his experiences growing up as a young person on the spectrum.

Michael chats with one of OTFC’s most loved, and longest serving OT’s – Tyson Klaassen-Smith. The conversation covers all things OT, Sensory Integration, values, play, family life and who you'd choose to save you if you were trapped in a lift?!

To start season two, we are extremely privileged to be joined by Dr Susanne Smith Roley. Dr Smith Roley is an occupational therapist with over 40 years of experience in paediatric practice. She has been at the forefront of Ayres’ Sensory Integration research and clinical practice for many years and along with Dr Zoe Mailloux, is a founding partner of CLASI (Collaborative for Leadership in Sensory Integration) and first-generation student of Dr Jean Ayres. With CLASI, she is providing a...

Season 2 of The Integration Station coming soon!

Kellie Halpin shares her powerful journey caring for her beautiful 8-year-old son, Fletcher, a beloved OTFC client who lives with various diagnoses. Kellie openly shares the struggles, challenges and joys of parenting a complex needs child. She also explores her experiences with various health professionals and therapies, as well as the pressure to 'find a solution' to Fletch's challenges. Kellie and Fletch's stories are real, powerful and inspiring - a must listen for any parent or therapist...

Esther unpacks Kate Watts inspiring story. Kate is an OTFC client and University of South Australia Occupational Therapy student who advocates for young people on the Autism Spectrum. Formally diagnosed when she was 16 years of age, Kate shares how she felt liberated by her diagnosis and now benefits from regular OT and Psychology support. Kate mentors younger adolescents on the Spectrum through volunteer and paid work at Mark Le Messuirer's What's the Buzz program. She is also a member of...

Dino and Esther interview Paediatrician Dr Anthony Chitti, from Adelaide Peadiatrics, Flinders Medical Centre and Calvary Hospital. Dr Chitti unpacks the medical and developmental milestones he looks for in children, as well as 'the thing' he believes every child needs to develop optimally. Dr Chitti and Dino also discuss the common misconceptions about prescribing medication to children and the considerations behind this decision for parents.

Dino and Esther chat with Occupational Therapist and Kinesiologist, Veronica Steer, who founded OTFC over 30 years ago. Veronica shares how OTFC came to be, how it evolved and why she passed on the practice to Dino and Michelle Mennillo in 2005. Veronica also shares why Ayres Sensory Integration therapy is so effective and how OT can help to integrate children's primitive reflexes.

Dino and Esther catch up with Andrea Ferguson, Senior Speech Pathologist and Clinical Manager of TALK Speech Pathology. Andrea shares key communication milestones for kids and strategies for working with children with speech delays. Andrea also unpacks the Speech Pathology role, Assistive Communication Devices, as well as the demand for rural clinicians.

Dino and Esther chat with Senior Clinical Psychologist Kerry Burke, who established the Children's Early Development Assessment Service (CEDAS) at Psychology South Australia. When assessing, Kerry discusses the importance of understanding the whole child before jumping to diagnostic boxes. Kerry shares key strategies when working with highly anxious children and girls living with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Kerry also unpacks the importance of a collaborative relationship between a child's...

Dino and Esther chat with author, parenting coach, teacher, counsellor, public speaker and co-founder of the 'What's the Buzz?' program - Mark Le Messurier!