Guest Expert: Dr Melissa Giglio In this episode, Dr. Melissa Giglio discusses her specialised approach to treating selective mutism through intensive therapy camps. She shares insights into the effectiveness of these camps, which provide 20 hours of therapy over five days, and how they have drawn families and clinicians from around the world. Dr. Giglio also emphasises the importance of niche mentoring for clinicians seeking to specialise in this area and expresses her passion for spreading...

In this episode, Alana Nicholls joins Lizzy and Emily to discuss the importance of personal branding, business culture, and values in driving success. They explore how these elements have shaped Alana’s journey, leading to the creation of ProPurpose, a movement dedicated to charitable impact.   Key Highlights: Alana's Journey & ProPurpose:Alana shares her career journey from co-running an electrical business to founding ProPurpose, a venture rooted in charitable impact. She emphasises the...

Host: Lizzy Dawson Guest: Bianca Heaphy, Paediatric Psychologist, Director & Principal Psychologist at Little Insights   In this episode, we’re joined by paediatric psychologist Bianca Heaphy from Little Insights to dive deep into Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), how it presents in children, and why it's often misunderstood. Bianca shares her insights on supporting children with PDA through flexible, personalised approaches and the importance of collaboration between professionals,...

Hosts: Emily Mackie and Lizzy Dawson In this episode, we discuss the challenges of waitlists in allied health services, particularly for paediatric patients. We explore how professionals can provide support in the meantime, the importance of early intervention, and offer practical advice and resources for parents. We also dive into emotional connections that drive our passion for helping children. Key Takeaways: Parents often experience roadblocks, but consistency, education, and...

Host: Lizzy Dawson Guest: Lauren Dorney, Occupational Therapist at Baby and Beyond Therapy Hub In this episode, Lauren shares her extensive knowledge about sensory processing and its crucial role in child development. The discussion covers how sensory issues can affect children’s behaviour, emotional regulation, and participation in daily life. Lauren dives into her therapeutic approach, the importance of early intervention, and how professionals can collaborate to improve outcomes for...

Welcome to another episode of Move.Talk,Thrive! Today, we delve into the core value of being an effective team player. In this episode, we unpack what it means to be a team player, share our personal experiences within various teams, and discuss the essential attributes of a great team player. Key Topics Discussed: The importance of teamwork from early childhood to professional life. The challenges of transitioning from individual competition to collaborative work environments. The role of...

In this episode, we dive into the nuances of emotional expression and how it impacts leadership and parenting. Our guest, Stephanie Pinto, an expert in emotional intelligence, shares her insights on why detecting emotions through facial expressions is often inaccurate and how our own emotional states can influence our perceptions. We discuss the importance of teaching emotional vocabulary to children through real-life experiences rather than relying solely on traditional visuals. Stephanie...

In this episode of the Move Talk Thrive podcast, hosts Emily and Lizzy delve into the journey of leadership. They share their experiences transitioning from new grads to leadership roles and owning their own businesses. They discuss the true essence of leadership, the importance of self-leadership, and practical steps for aspiring leaders. Key Topics: Defining Leadership: Understanding leadership beyond titles and status. Self-Leadership: The importance of leading oneself before leading...

In this episode, we’re joined by Lorraine Murphy, a mentor, speaker, and author who specialises in energy management, business strategy, and life balance. Lorraine shares her insights on why energy management is crucial, particularly for women, and provides actionable steps to balance masculine and feminine energy, avoid burnout, and maintain strong personal and professional boundaries. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a health professional, or someone striving for a better work-life balance,...

In this episode, Lizzy and Em explore the intricacies of assessments within the allied health sector, highlighting the diversity in approaches across disciplines. Lizzy discusses her work in creating a protocol tailored for exercise physiologists, while Em shares her journey in examining various assessment methodologies. They delve into the tension between standardised assessments and more practical, dynamic approaches, emphasising the need for a balanced use of both. The conversation also...

In this episode, we focus on how we can empower parents and enhance collaboration to achieve a better therapeutic approach. Drawing from our experiences as two mums who have taken our kids to specialists and therapy, we discuss the differences between medical and therapeutic treatments, highlighting that speech and exercise physiology journeys are often long and require ongoing engagement. To alleviate parents' anxiety, education and open communication are crucial. Aligning education with the...

In this episode, we explore the concepts of entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship, sharing personal insights and experiences from both of our past experiences. We begin by defining an entrepreneur as someone who sets up businesses, taking on financial risks. In contrast, an intrapreneur is an individual who creates new and innovative products within an established business, utilising the company's resources to bring ideas to life. We discuss the importance of both roles in the workplace,...

In this episode, we dive into the topic of constructive conflict and crucial conversations, exploring how to handle confrontation effectively. Liz shares her insights after reading "The Advantage" by Patrick Lencioni, which reshaped her understanding of conflict. First, we define conflict and dispel the myth that conflict is inherently bad. Conflict is essential in the workplace, fostering growth and improvement. We discuss the spectrum of conflict, from artificial harmony to destructive...

In this episode, we delve into the importance of effective planning and time management, featuring insights from Liz on quarterly planning. Liz emphasises the need for clear long-term goals, asking yourself where you want to be in five years, one year, and 3 months, and listing the tasks necessary to achieve those goals. We call on exercise goals as an example of commitment to goals, breaking big goals down and creating healthy habits. One common pitfall is the perception of either having too...

In this episode, we explore the intricate relationship between perfectionism and anxiety, particularly how perfectionism can hold you back, often paralleling imposter syndrome. Liz shares her personal journey through her current stage of growth and the discomfort it brings, including panic attacks following her stroke in 2015. She emphasises the importance of naming and bringing these feelings to light, recognizing that they are not reality but mental health triggers. By separating these...

In this episode, we discuss the importance of understanding the unique dynamics of different businesses and industries when considering career progression and salary negotiations. The first step is to have a conversation with your employer about your career goals and workplace expectations. Reflecting on what you want from your workplace and career progression is crucial.  Workplace expectations and opportunities can vary significantly. It's essential to identify the expectations, benchmarks,...

Disclaimer: This episode is not medical advice. We are not GPs or doctors; we are sharing our personal experiences and insights. In this episode, we delve into the importance of boosting the immune system, drawing on personal stories and experiences. Emily shares insights from her journey raising kids and managing their health, while Liz discusses her experiences with burnout and illness recovery while training for an ironman, running business and working with kids as a paediatric exercise...

In this episode, Liz hosts Em as an industry expert for Liz’s for an insightful interview specifically designed for her  The Paediatric Practitioner - Knowledge Corner course members.  They dive into essential topics related to working with children who have language differences. Em begins by explaining how to identify if a child has language differences and shares practical methods for informally screening the children they work with. The discussion emphasises the importance of determining...

This is a bonus episode between Lizzy and Emily from the PLA Library. We are in between Season One and Season Two and wanted to continue to provide you with goodness and learnings. Some key concepts during the conversation: 🔑 Importance of incorporating movement and physical activity, body awareness, stretching, and core exercises into therapy sessions. 🔑 Impact of language on health and the importance of setting up healthy habits. 🔑 The need to raise awareness about the role of EPs (Exercise...

In this episode, we tackle the critical issue of burnout, drawing insights from Liz's personal experience with burnout, suffering a stroke at 33 and what she shares in her burnout presentations on the subject.   Burnout is not just exhaustion; it's an occupational phenomenon characterised by chronic workplace stress that remains unmanaged. This stress can manifest as decreased energy, increased mental distance from one's job, and feelings of ineffectiveness due to an overwhelming workload or...

In this episode, we delve into the concept of navigating your career journey, considering the span of a career and the various factors that influence it. Whether you're a man or a woman, your career trajectory might differ due to life events like having children, but ultimately, many of us find ourselves working until around 65 years old. It's a considerable chunk of our lives, especially if we start our professional journey at 22, leaving us with approximately 40 years in a given profession....

In this episode, we explore the importance of professional and personal development (PD) as essential components of success, emphasizing the need to lead and master oneself before leading others.   We delve into the concept of "why" – understanding your personal mission and career mission, inspired by Simon Sinek's influential book and video, "Start With Why." We encourage listeners to reflect on their motivations and identify who is doing what they aspire to do. We discuss the significance...

In today's episode we talk about the skills that we see as essential being paediatric clinicians.   It is without a doubt that it takes a special kind of health professional to work with kids and we have worked with and trained up so many amazing speechies and exercise physiologists over the years and what we see is that there are two distinct sets of skills that are required for this work.   A person's natural skillset and those skills that are developed over time. We talk about the Natural...

In this episode we unpack behaviour and dealing with complex behaviours that we see in clinical settings.  We talk about how to take the first step to establish the reason for behaviour and what might be causing the behaviour.   You will learn… Some of the most challenging and complex client behavioural presentations we have seen Looking beyond the behaviour to see the soul/ mental health challenges. Seek first to understand, then to be understood.   How to avoid negative...