In this episode of Beyond the Caseload, Regina and Tara break down the seven core values that shape the culture, decisions, and daily work at Progressive Pediatric Therapy.

These aren’t just words on a wall, they’re the foundation behind every therapy session, every team meeting, and every difficult conversation.

You’ll hear what each core value looks like in real life:

• Passion for Making a Difference — how we go beyond the session to support the whole family• Accountability — why growth requires responsibility from therapists, families, and leadership• Excellence — holding ourselves to the highest clinical standards every single day• Honesty & Integrity — navigating tough conversations with transparency and kindness• Teamwork & Collaboration — why you can’t “divide a child” by discipline in a multidisciplinary practice• Diversity & Inclusion — how reflecting our South Florida community strengthens care• Innovation — staying ahead in pediatric therapy through education, technology, and fresh ideas

If you’re a therapist exploring private practice, a new grad evaluating culture fit, or simply curious about what drives a strong pediatric therapy organization, this episode gives you a clear look at what truly guides the work beyond the caseload.

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Welcome back to Beyond the Caseload: The Wellness Series, the podcast where we break down child development in practical, real-life ways for families, and give pediatric providers language they can actually use in everyday conversations.

In our first Wellness Series episode, we talked about how movement supports learning, regulation, and confidence. Today, we’re shifting into a topic that comes up constantly: picky eating.

Parents say things like:

• “She only eats five foods.”

• “He eats everything at school but nothing at home.”

• “She used to try everything… and now she refuses.”

And pediatric providers hear the same concerns at well visits every single day.

Most of the time, picky eating is a normal developmental phase, but that doesn’t make it any less stressful. Mealtimes can feel exhausting, emotional, and confusing, and many families don’t know whether to wait it out or seek support.

That’s exactly why we created Feeding & Mealtime Wellness Visits, a low-pressure option designed to offer guidance and reassurance before things escalate into power struggles, stress, or fear around food, and without immediately jumping into a formal evaluation or diagnosis.

In this episode, host Gabrielle is joined by two of Progressive Pediatric Therapy’s feeding specialists:

• Ms. Gaby Alvarez, Occupational Therapist, who supports children with sensory processing, routines, and confidence across daily activities

• Regina Decanto, Speech-Language Pathologist, with a background in feeding, early communication, and music therapy, bringing a unique lens to connection and emotion at the table

Together, they break down:

• What “typical” picky eating can look like

• How to spot when it may be more than a phase

• Why kids suddenly change their eating patterns (like the “beige diet”)

• Why eating can look totally different at school vs. home

• What a Feeding & Mealtime Wellness Visit is—and how it differs from feeding therapy

• Practical, research-supported strategies families can try right away to reduce pressure and make mealtimes calmer

To learn more or schedule a Feeding & Mealtime Wellness Visit, visit ppt4kids.com.

And if this episode helped you, share it with a parent or provider who could use support, because small shifts at the table can create big gains in confidence and connection.

In this episode of Beyond the Caseload, Tara sits down with Regina, Rehab Director at our West Palm Beach clinic, to answer the questions therapists really want to ask.

What does caseload building actually look like? Is it overwhelming? How much mentorship do you really get? And what happens when you’re ready to grow into leadership?

Regina pulls back the curtain on how therapists are onboarded with intention, from a slow, supportive caseload ramp-up to cross-discipline observation in a true multidisciplinary setting. You’ll hear how mentorship is structured in the first 90 days, what weekly supervision actually looks like, and how therapists are supported clinically and administratively so they’re not taking work home every night.

They also dive into:

• How evaluations are scaffolded for confidence and quality• What documentation realistically looks like in a busy clinic• Why observing other disciplines makes you a stronger therapist• The two distinct leadership paths available within the company• What it really feels like to move from clinician to director

If you’re a new grad wondering what support really looks like, a therapist considering private practice, or someone thinking about stepping into leadership, this episode gives you honest insight from someone who’s walked every step of the ladder.

Next time, we’ll explore one of the biggest topics in pediatric therapy: avoiding burnout.

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Welcome to the very first episode of Beyond the Caseload: The Wellness Series.

This new series is designed to help families and pediatric providers better understand what’s typical in development, what falls into that “gray area,” and how simple guidance can make everyday life easier, often without needing formal therapy.

We’re starting with a topic that comes up constantly: movement.

Kids are moving less. They’re getting tired more easily. They’re choosing screens over play. And many parents feel stuck about what to do.

In this episode, Ms. Gabrielle is joined by Dr. Abbey Sylvestri, pediatric physical therapist, to talk about:

• What typical gross motor development looks like from infancy through school age

• Why movement affects attention, learning, confidence, and emotional regulation

• The real impact of increased screen time on posture, strength, and endurance

• Signs your child may benefit from extra support—even in that “gray area”

• Why “movement is medicine”

• Simple, realistic ways to build movement into daily routines

• How movement wellness visits work and how they differ from traditional therapy

This episode reframes movement as more than exercise. It’s brain development. It’s emotional regulation. It’s confidence-building. It’s the foundation for learning.

If you’re a parent wondering whether your child is moving enough or a provider supporting families navigating that gray area this conversation will give you practical, doable steps you can start today.

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Welcome back to Beyond the Caseload.

In this episode, Regina and Tara go behind the scenes of what private pediatric therapy really looks like, from your very first day to finding your rhythm with a full caseload.

They break down how a therapist’s day can shift from playful early intervention mornings to busy after school sessions, plus the added variety of community based settings like PPECs, aquatics, and even therapy on the tennis court. If you have ever wondered, “What does the day to day actually look like?” this episode answers it with real examples.

You will also hear one of Regina’s most memorable early career moments, the infamous “microwave story,” and why making mistakes is part of learning in a supportive, team centered culture.

This episode also covers:
• What onboarding and observation look like for new hires
• How scheduling flexibility works in private practice
• How to balance treatment, parent education, and documentation without taking work home
• A simple communication tip to make documentation feel natural in front of families

Perfect for new grads, therapists new to private practice, and anyone curious about outpatient pediatrics.

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Welcome to the very first episode of Beyond the Caseload, a new podcast from Progressive Pediatric Therapy and PPT4ED.

In this kickoff episode, you will meet the people behind the work. Founder and owner Aimee Brueck sits down with Rehab Director Regina and HR Director Tara for an honest conversation about how Progressive Pediatric Therapy began, why culture matters, and what it really looks like to build a pediatric therapy practice centered on people.

They talk about growing from one small room into multiple clinics, the power of multidisciplinary care, and how education, research, and community involvement shaped both PPT and the creation of PPT4ED. You will hear real stories of career growth, leadership built on strengths, and why empowering therapists is just as important as supporting children and families.

This episode is especially for:

• New grads wondering where they belong

• Seasoned therapists looking for a supportive private practice

• Leaders thinking about culture, growth, and long term impact

• Anyone curious about life beyond the therapy session

If you want a behind the scenes look at pediatric therapy, career paths you do not always hear about, and what it means to work as a true team, this episode is for you.

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