Interdisciplinary Care in Action: The Role of Pediatric Occupational Therapy
Taking Good Care Podcast by Dr. Andrew H.C. Wong & Dr. David St. Arnault
Episode notes
What exactly does a pediatric occupational therapist do and how do they work alongside psychologists to support kids?
In this episode of Taking Good Care, Dr. Andrew and Dr. Dave chat with Venita Rajput and Kassandra Rago, the co-founders of Mighty OT’s. They break down how occupational therapy supports developing children, covering everything from emotional regulation and sensory sensitivities to feeding struggles and day-to-day routines.
It’s an insightful conversation about teamwork, child development, and helping families feel empowered every step of the way.
You can find out more about Mighty OT's at www.mightyots.ca and you can also follow them on Instagram @mightyots
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