🎙️ In Session: A Pediatric Therapy Podcast
In Session is Westside Children's Therapy podcast for parents, caregivers and professionals who want real, relatable insight into children’s therapy. Each episode features conversations with Westside’s expert therapists—occupational, speech, physical, ABA, counseling, and more—who break down common challenges, celebrate wins, and share practical tips for supporting kids in everyday life.
From picky eating to sensory sensitivities, social skills to emotional regulation, In Session is your guide to understanding how therapy works and how it can make a difference for your child.
Whether you're new to therapy or already on the journey, In Session brings you into the room—offering support, perspective, and a few laughs along the way.
Episodes
11 episodes
Growing Skills: Occupational Therapy for Older Kids
In this episode of In Session, we’re exploring pediatric occupational therapy for older children and how OT supports the skills kids need to succeed at school, at home, and in everyday life. Join Westside’s Director of Occupational Therapy, Aly...
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35:11
In Session: Supporting Tweens & Teens at Westside
In this episode of In Session, we’re diving into counseling for older kids and teens — what it looks like, how it works, and why support during these years is so important. Join Westside’s Sr. Director of Counselin...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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37:56
All About ABA, Part 2: The Power of Family Dynamics
In Part 2 of our “All About ABA” series on In Session, Westside’s Chief Clinical Officer, Sarah Trautman, M.A., BCBA, returns for a deeper conversation—this time focused entirely on family dynamics. We explore how the relationships, routines, c...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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37:38
In Session: ABA - Fact or Fiction?
In this episode of In Session, we separate fact from fiction when it comes to Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Chief Clinical Officer Sarah Trautman, M.A., BCBA joins us to explore common myths, highlight what effective ABA really looks like, a...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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44:15
Growing Skills, Growing Confidence: OT for Little Ones
In this episode of In Session, we’re diving into the world of pediatric occupational therapy and how early OT support helps young children build the foundational skills they need to succeed in everyday life. Join Westside’s Director of Occupati...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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32:04
In Session: Feeding Fundamentals — Supporting Mealtime Success
In this episode of In Session, we’re diving into the world of feeding therapy — exploring how sensory, motor, and emotional factors all play a role in a child’s relationship with food.Join Westside’s feeding specialists — Rebecca Lonkar...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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39:47
Finding Their Voice: How Speech Therapy Empowers Kids
In this episode of In Session, we’re exploring how speech therapy helps children find their voice — literally and figuratively. Join Westside’s Director of Speech and Feeding Therapy, Kristalyn Turner, M.S., CCC-SLP, along with Rebecca Lonkar, ...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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37:12
In Session: Big Feelings, Busy Bodies: How OT and Counseling Help Kids Thrive
In this episode of In Session, we’re exploring the powerful connection between occupational therapy and counseling — and how working together can support a child’s whole development. Join Westside’s Director of Counseling, McKenna Henn...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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39:21
In Session: Guiding Littles Through Big Feelings
In this episode of In Session, we’re talking about counseling for little kids — what it looks like, how it helps, and why early emotional support matters. Join Westside’s licensed therapists, Kevin Stromberg, M.S. Ed., LCPC, LMHC, LPC,...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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30:17
🎙️ AAC: Giving Kids a Voice
In this episode of In Session, we’re diving into AAC—Augmentative and Alternative Communication.Join Westside’s speech-language pathologists Megan Covey, M.S. CCC-SLP, and Mary Smyers-Karaffa, SLPD, M.S. CCC-SLP/L as they break ...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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33:26
Introducing a new podcast! In Session: A Pediatric Therapy Podcast
In Session is Westside Children's Therapy podcast for parents, caregivers and professionals who want real, relatable insight into children’s therapy. Each episode features conversations with Westside’s expert therapists—occupational, s...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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