Rethinking Speech Therapy: How Somatic and Polyvagal Approaches Are Changing the Game
In the ever-evolving world of speech-language therapy, new paradigms are emerging that challenge traditional, deficit-based models. One pioneer in this movement is Jacqui Jebian Garcia, founder of Create Yourself Co., who blends conventional speech therapy with transformative body-based, or “somatic,” practices. In a candid conversation with Mina Roustayi on the “We Can Learn to Learn”
Supporting Children’s Learning: Insights on Sensory Integration from Dr. Anna Len
Are you a teacher, parent, or caregiver concerned about your students’ engagement and learning? You’re not alone. In a recent episode of “We Can Learn to Learn”, Mina Roustayi sat down with Dr. Anna Len, Assistant Professor and Director of Clinical Education at Hofstra University, to discuss the often-overlooked but crucial role that sensory integration
Advocating for Emotional Intelligence Curriculum in Schools with Fabio Botarelli
In today’s educational landscape, emotional intelligence (EI) is emerging as a critical part of the learning experience, especially for students with special needs. But what does it look like in practice – and how can educators create environments where these students can thrive both academically and emotionally? In a fourth deeply insightful interview between Mina