The OT is IN with Sarah Collins the Homeschool OT

By Sarah Collins

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Episodes: 93

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The OT is IN podcast merges the worlds of education and occupational therapy to empower families like yours. Sarah Collins, your host, an occupational therapist and homeschooling parent of 3 ranging in age from elementary to high school. Sarah Collins has experienced occupational therapy by supporting families for over 15 years but also through seeking out support for her own children- so, she's right there in the trenches with you. Though there is not one right way to educate your child, there is a lot to consider when individualizing an education. The goal of this podcast is to explain some of the "why" behind what an occupational therapist is thinking so you can artfully apply it to your own family especially with executive functioning, handwriting, and sensory processing. Each episode will be packed with practical tips, expert interviews, and real-life stories aimed at helping you create a supportive learning environment for your child.

Episode Date
When Kids Need to Move: Creating Sensory Spaces at Home That Actually Help Regulation
Mar 26, 2026
When Kids Can't Sit Still: Understanding What Their Bodies Are Telling You
Mar 12, 2026
The Emotional Power of Family Reading: Fostering Vocabulary and Connection
Feb 26, 2026
Making Literacy Feel Natural in Your Everyday Life
Feb 12, 2026
Rethinking Rhythm: Starting With Your Child, Not the Curriculum
Jan 22, 2026
Balancing Acceptance and Expectation: Building Executive Functioning in Homeschooling and Parenting
Jan 08, 2026
From Checklists to Flexibility: Helping Kids Plan Their Day
Nov 20, 2025
Breaking Perfectionism: Encouraging Creative Process and Resilience in Art
Nov 13, 2025
How Working Memory Shapes Literacy: Practical Tips to support the missing link between executive functioning and reading
Nov 06, 2025
Beyond Small Talk: Weather's Role in Learning, Connection, and Executive Function
Oct 23, 2025
Understanding Social Pressures and Masking in Kids
Oct 16, 2025
Raising Resilient Kids: Coping Skills and Emotional Regulation in the Digital Age
Oct 09, 2025
How to Spot and Support Social and Executive Functioning Skills in Your Child
Oct 02, 2025
How Movement Influences Learning: OT Insights for Parents
Sep 25, 2025
Turning Letters Into Play: How Doodling Builds Handwriting Skills with Sarah Muldoon
Sep 18, 2025
Body Awareness- Indoor Activities
Sep 11, 2025
Teaching Kids Healthy Habits: Building Lifelong Wellness
Sep 04, 2025
Navigating the Teen Years: Building Connection and Independence at Home
Aug 28, 2025
Rethinking Note Taking: Strategies, Mindsets, and Making It Work for Your Child
Aug 21, 2025
Navigating Sibling Sensory Needs and Homeschooling Wins and Fails
Aug 14, 2025
Raising Resilient Learners: When and How to Talk About Diagnoses with Your Kids
Aug 07, 2025
Tackling Homeschool Guilt and Finding Your Own Path with Kelly Edwards
Jul 24, 2025
Modern Stress, Ancient Responses: Why Moms Need Rest and How to Get It
Jul 17, 2025
Family, Finances, and Flexibility: OT Amirra Condelee on Real-Life Career Transitions
Jul 10, 2025
Setting Up a Homeschool Day: Rhythm, Flexibility, and Presuming Competence
Jul 03, 2025
Shifting From Compliance to Connection: The Power of Declarative Language in Supporting Kids
Jun 26, 2025
Using Music to Support Regulation, Learning, and Connection in Homeschooling and Therapy
Jun 19, 2025
Understanding Auditory Processing Disorder: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Support for Families
Jun 12, 2025
Misophonia Explained: Causes, Triggers, and Real Life Solutions
Jun 05, 2025
Strategies for Enhancing Cognitive Skills in Children
May 29, 2025
Mindful Moments: Supporting Focus and Calm in Children
May 22, 2025
Tackling Childhood Anxiety: How Occupational Therapy Can Help
May 15, 2025
Translating OT Concepts: Creating a Children's Book for Sensory Processing Awareness
May 08, 2025
Practical Tips for handwriting- how to know and what to do if the issue is motor planning
Apr 24, 2025
Benefits of Outdoor Education to Meet Sensory Needs
Apr 17, 2025
Unlocking Writing Confidence in Children: The Role of Personal Expression
Apr 10, 2025
Understanding Dysgraphia: Tools and Strategies for Homeschoolers
Apr 03, 2025
Strengthening Executive Functions through Play: Insights from Carol Brown of Equipping Minds
Mar 27, 2025
Redefining Rest: An approach to Spiritual, Physical, Cognitive, and Emotional Rest
Mar 20, 2025
Navigating Feeding Challenges from picky eaters to feeding disorders
Mar 13, 2025
Supporting Neurodivergent Kids in Neurotypical Spaces: Practical Tips and Insights
Mar 06, 2025
Ask The OT, A Special 50th Episode
Feb 27, 2025
Connection Over Curriculum: Building Strong Bonds in Homeschooling
Feb 20, 2025
Transforming Fashion for Sensory Needs: An Interview with Julia, Adaptive Apparel Pioneer
Feb 13, 2025
Resources and Reassurance: Homeschooling Fears, Legal Questions, and Expert Tips
Feb 06, 2025
Navigating Homeschool Priorities with Amy Sloan: From Family Dynamics to Crisis Management
Jan 23, 2025
Engaging Children Through Project-Based and Interest-Led Homeschooling
Jan 16, 2025
Prioritizing Slow in Homeschooling: A chat with Leslie Martino
Jan 09, 2025
Collaborative Problem-Solving in Education and Parenting
Jan 02, 2025
Executive Functioning Skills for Families: Holiday Edition
Dec 19, 2024
Building Your Support Network as a Homeschooling Parent Especially During the Holiday Season
Dec 12, 2024
Crafting Holiday Memories while Building Handwriting Skills
Dec 05, 2024
Outdoor Adventures: Developing Fine Motor Skills Through Nature-Based Therapy with Carmela Trejo
Nov 21, 2024
Practical Learning Tools from a Homeschool Graduate: Sensory Kits for Homeschool Success
Nov 14, 2024
Reading, Writing, and Growing: The Bigger Picture of Developing Fine Motor Skills in Children
Nov 07, 2024
Disability Inclusion and Homeschooling: Lindsey Larsen Shares Her Unique Perspective and Resources
Oct 24, 2024
Connecting Speech, Phonemic Awareness, and Literacy: Sydney Bassard Explains it All
Oct 17, 2024
Hyperlexia Uncovered: Navigating Challenges and Developing Strengths
Oct 10, 2024
Dyslexia Demystified: Marianne Sunderland's Approach and Homeschooling Tips
Oct 03, 2024
Homeschooling During Crisis: Finding Balance with Self-Care and Family Support
Sep 26, 2024
Cultivating Calm: Understanding Nervous System Dysregulation in Children and Practical Solutions for Parents
Sep 19, 2024
Sensory Processing and Co-Regulation: Insights for Parents
Sep 12, 2024
Parenting with Co-Regulation
Sep 05, 2024
Bonus Episode: Ask the OT about Impulsivity
Aug 29, 2024
Risky Play: Understanding the Benefits and Strategies for Safe Child Development
Aug 22, 2024
Preserving Childhood in a Digital World: Greta Eskridge's Expertise for Families
Aug 15, 2024
Sensory Safe Evacuation: Preparing for Emergencies with Kids' Sensory Needs in Mind
Aug 08, 2024
Understanding Hippotherapy: Therapeutic Equestrian Activities for Children's Development
Aug 01, 2024
Understanding the Handwriting Journey: Tools and Techniques for Homeschoolers
Jul 25, 2024
Blending Sensory Integration and Fitness for Better Handwriting
Jul 18, 2024
Supporting Children Through Play-Based Reflex Integration
Jul 11, 2024
Exploring Primitive Reflexes: From Birth to Integration
Jul 04, 2024
Tailored Kids' Activities from Crafts to Sleep: Insights from Connie O'Neill
Jun 27, 2024
Understanding Screen Time Effects on Children's Development and Relationships
Jun 20, 2024
Practical Sleep Solutions for Children: Insights from Occupational Therapy
Jun 13, 2024
Neuro Affirming Homeschool Environments with Keisha Berry
Jun 06, 2024
Parenthood and Homeschooling: Choosing the Right Activities for a Balanced Lifestyle
May 30, 2024
Navigating the Interoceptive Sense: Insights and Strategies for Parents
May 23, 2024
From Morning to Night: Incorporating Social Emotional Learning in Homeschool
May 16, 2024
Outdoor Activities to Develop Interoception in Children with Guest Caroline Santangelo
May 09, 2024
Beyond the Five Senses: Understanding Your Child's Interoceptive World with Cara Kosinski
May 02, 2024
Executive Functioning in Homeschooling: A Teenager's Experience with Organization and Planning
Apr 25, 2024
Exploring Unique Learning Paths in Homeschooling with Guest Amy Bodkin
Apr 18, 2024
Streamlining Your Space: Organizing for Better Executive Functioning
Apr 11, 2024
The Impact of Music on Executive Functioning: A Homeschooling Perspective
Apr 04, 2024
Beyond the Pencil: Exploring Vision's Impact on Homeschool Handwriting Success
Mar 28, 2024
How Form Drawing Supports Vision, Handwriting, and Academics
Mar 21, 2024
Harnessing the Great Outdoors for Visual Development and Learning
Mar 14, 2024
Beyond 20/20 Vision: Understanding the Crucial Aspects of Visual Assessment in Children
Mar 07, 2024
The Evolving Landscape of Homeschool Community Support
Feb 29, 2024
Unveiling the Role of Occupational Therapy in Homeschooling
Feb 21, 2024
What to Expect at the OT Clinic: A Conversation on Sensory Therapy for Kids
Feb 19, 2024
Decoding Behavior in Homeschooling: Sensory Overwhelm, Emotional Control, and Perseverance
Feb 19, 2024