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#389 - Top 5 Mistakes New Pediatric Therapists Make and How to Avoid Them!

#389 - Top 5 Mistakes New Pediatric Therapists Make and How to Avoid Them!

Update: 2025-12-03
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Starting out in pediatrics can feel overwhelming and it’s easy to fall into some common traps. In this episode, we’re sharing the top 5 mistakes new pediatric therapists make (yes, we made them too!) and how to avoid burnout while still giving your clients the best support possible.

We cover: 

  • Why staying on top of continuing education is essential

  • The danger of passive treatment sessions

  • How to involve families for better carryover

  • Why a bottom-up approach matters in pediatrics

  • The importance of setting boundaries and self-care

Thanks for listening 🩷 If you’re a new grad or new to pediatrics, let us know which tip resonated most with you!

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#389 - Top 5 Mistakes New Pediatric Therapists Make and How to Avoid Them!

#389 - Top 5 Mistakes New Pediatric Therapists Make and How to Avoid Them!

Rachel Harrington, COTA/L, AC & Jessica Hill, COTA/L