The Empowered Parent with Dana Baltutis
Welcome to the Empowered Parent Podcast! This is your space to grow your confidence and skills in communicating, interacting, and understanding your children—so you can become the empowered parent you are destined to be.
In each episode, I speak with inspiring parents, therapists, and community leaders who truly understand the joys and challenges of parenting. Together, we explore a treasure trove of information and practical ideas for you to try at home.
We cover topics like:
- Celebrating neurodivergence
- School readiness
- The power of play
- Managing behaviors with compassion
- Discovering your and your child’s unique profiles
- Stories of parents finding strength and purpose through their parenting journey
This podcast is for all parents. It’s a place to build community and a sense of belonging—a space where you can ask questions, connect with others, and learn from experts who work with children every day.
Our goal is to empower you to:
- Learn more about yourself as a parent
- Take time for your own growth and well-being
- Discover new tools and resources to raise happy, confident kids
- Nurture your self-confidence in parenting
Let’s work together to make the world a better, more understanding, and compassionate place for everyone—young and old!
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Let’s connect, grow, and thrive together!
The Empowered Parent with Dana Baltutis
Episode 55: Priya Senroy (Drama and Movement Therapist) - Transforming Lives Through Creative Arts and Collaborative Therapies
Priya Senroy’s journey from aspiring astronaut to pioneering drama therapist is a tale of unexpected turns and transformative experiences. Join us on the Empowered Parent Podcast as Priya shares how her mother's transition from classical dancer to disability educator in India inspired her to harness creativity as a force for change. Through compelling stories, Priya reveals how creative arts therapy has evolved into an evidence-based practice deeply rooted in cultural heritage, transforming lives across continents.
Our conversation uncovers the vibrant world of creative therapies, focusing on the unique dynamics of drama and movement therapy. Priya and I discuss creating safe, expressive spaces through diverse mediums like music and play, highlighting collaborations with disciplines such as speech pathology and occupational therapy. Personal reflections add depth as I relate how motherhood and loss have reshaped my approach to supporting others, emphasizing the importance of self-care and resilience for therapists guiding families through grief and parenting challenges.
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