(Live Podcast) Interoception: Is It the Key to
Supporting Participation?
Presented by Kelly Mahler and Nicole Quint
Description
*This podcast is scheduled for 5:00 PM EDT / 2:00 PM PDT (Adjust for your time zone)
This is a live filming of a Medbridge podcast. In this dynamic session, you’ll have a front-row seat to listen in on the experts in conversation while also engaging with a vibrant community chat that gives you direct access to peers and leaders in a modern, accessible way.
In this live episode of Pediatric Pioneers, award-winning occupational therapist and author Dr. Kelly Mahler, OTD, FAOTA, joins host Dr. Nicole Quint, PhD, DrOT, OTR/L, to discuss how an interoceptive lens can transform everyday pediatric therapy. Together, they explore practical ways to look beyond overt behaviors and tune into each child’s unique internal body experience. You will discover actionable strategies for fostering inner curiosity, moving away from rigid regulation formulas, and tailoring supports that drive meaningful participation across diverse practice settings. Tune in to discover how empowering clients with body connection can unlock new possibilities in your pediatric practice.
Instructors
Kelly Mahler, OTD, OTR/L, FAOTA
Kelly Mahler is an award-winning occupational therapist, author, and interoception groupie known for her boundless curiosity and empathetic approach. Holding a Doctorate in Occupational Therapy, she has served school-aged children and adults for over 24 years. Kelly is author of 12 resources including The Interoception…
Nicole Quint, PhD, DrOT, OTR/L, FAOTA
Nicole Quint is a professor in the department of occupational therapy in the College of Health Care Sciences at Nova Southeastern University. She serves as the program director for the postprofessional Doctor of Occupational Therapy (DrOT) program and the dual-degree DrOT/PhD program. With more than 20 years of pediatric…
Learning Objectives
- Analyze current evidence on the role of interoception in emotion, self-regulation, and participation in pediatric populations.
- Apply evidence-informed interoception strategies to support participation across pediatric practice settings and everyday routines.
- Solve pediatric clinical case scenarios by identifying potential interoceptive factors influencing participation and selecting individualized supports that promote inner curiosity and body connection.
Agenda
All times in Eastern Time.
- 5:00pm–5:55pm
- Live Podcast
- 5:55pm–6:15pm
- Question & Answer Session
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Details
- November 23, 2026
- 5:00pm-6:15pm EST
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- PTs/PTAs, Intermediate
- OTs/OTAs, Intermediate
- SLPs, Intermediate
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Disclaimer
Disclosure: Nicole Quint, instructor for this educational event, receives compensation from Medbridge for this course. No one with the ability to control content has relevant relationship(s) to disclose.
Disclosure: Kelly Mahler, instructor for this educational event, receives compensation from Medbridge for this course. No one with the ability to control content has relevant relationship(s) to disclose.
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