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Look at the Person with Amy and Evelyn Guttmann
Rivky sits down with occupational therapists Amy and Evelyn Guttmann to talk about child development. Amy and Evelyn teach about the 3 senses you've never heard of, their feelings on labeling and disorders, why OT is not just about handwriting, and what it really means when someone is sensory.
Amy and Evelyn Guttmann, OTR/L, neurodevelopmental pediatric occupational therapist, has been treating families and children with over 40 years of experience between them. Better known as the "Guttmann Sisters", their focus has been on educating and empowering the community on the prevention of anxiety and social-emotional delays. Graduates of SUNY Health Science Center of New York, Amy and Evelyn currently run Hands on OT Rehab, a private practice focused on treating children with anxiety and processing delays, as well as a practice focused on training and educating therapists, pediatricians, educators, and parents. They have evaluated over 12,000 children and have been guest lecturers in some of the most prominent universities around the world. Founders of Hands on Approaches and the non-profit, the H.O.P.E. (Hands on Parent Empowerment) Foundation, their specialties include Sensory Integration, NDT training, reflex integration, auditory processing specialization, and behavioral management. They are the authors of internationally recognized articles on screen time and anxiety in children and are currently conducting research on sensory processing disorder and anxiety diagnosis.
Their weekly talks, "Quiet the Noise", have gathered a community of over 60K listeners each week, as they answer questions live and provide education and awareness. Feel free to join their community here: https://handsonapproaches.com/join-us-live/
To learn more about their work, check out their podcast "Quiet the Noise" and follow them at www.instagram.com/handsonapproaches.
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Be Impactful by Impact Fashion
In a world that often shouts, it can be powerful to focus on the meaningful work being done quietly but purposefully. Be Impactful by Impact Fashion is a podcast hosted by Rivky Itzkowitz, founder and designer of Impact Fashion. This isn't a lecture series on success; it's a collection of conversations with women who are creating tangible change within their own communities and spheres of influence. Each episode delves into the personal journeys, challenges, and motivations of these individuals, exploring how they define and live out impact in areas like arts, beauty, fashion, spirituality, and religion. Rivky brings her unique perspective from building a brand dedicated to empowering modest-minded women, fostering discussions that are deeply rooted in real-world experience and Jewish values. Listeners will hear authentic stories of resilience, creativity, and faith, discovering how focused intention in one's personal corner can ripple outward. The podcast naturally explores the intersection of purpose and action, offering inspiration for anyone looking to infuse their daily life with greater meaning. Tune in for thoughtful dialogue that celebrates the multifaceted ways women lead and inspire.
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Rivky continues last week's conversation with occupational therapists Amy and Evelyn Guttmann to talk about screens. They share what happens in our brains when we're watching, the anatomy of a post screen meltdown, what…
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Rivky sits down with Jordana Brown, a frum single mother by choice, to discuss the decisions Jordana's made along the way. Jordana shares what its like to have a fertility journey on your own, how her dating pool has act…
Expectations & Reality with My Mom
Rivky sits down with her mom, Gittie Deutsch. They discuss Gittie's new life as an empty nester, go deep on the process of creating Gittie's gown for her last child's wedding and why 'mom as client' didn't work too well.…
