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Dr. Amy Focus
By Dr. Amy SpoelstraHealth & Fitness
Dr. Amy Focus episodes
- Thanksgiving survival tips videoDuring the Holidays, we may see an increase in neuro-deflective behaviors. You might notice bigger feelings, lots of anxiety, meltdowns, and sensory challenges. We can reduce these challenges for the kiddos when we increase their prediction and control. Dr. Amy gives some examples of what this looks like.Copyright © 2020 FOCUS Educational Services, LLC. All rights reservedDr. Amy and her husband David live in Coeur d’Alene, ID with their beautiful daughter Meela and chocolate lab Izzy. They opened Spoelstra Family Chiropractic in April of 2008 after moving from South Carolina where Dr. Amy graduated cum laude from Sherman College of Chiropractic. Dr. Amy is the founder of the FOCUS program and opened the doors to the program in 2011 in the Coeur d’ Alene office. She now teaches chiropractors, educators, and other medical professionals around the country and internationally about Neuro-Deflective Disorders™ and the FOCUS approach to comprehensive patient care for children and adults with behavioral, learning, socialization, and developmental challenges. She is the founder of the Brain Blossom Program™ and FOCUS Academy ™ for continued education for certified FOCUS practitioners.Find out more about Dr. Amy's FOCUS program here: https://gofocusacademy.comRegister for the FOCUS Seminar: https://gofocusacademy.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefocusacademyDrAmyFacebook Chiropractic Free VIP Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/focusacademyvipchiroIG: @theFOCUSacademyDrAmy6 min
- Are you a “good reader”?Today, let’s talk about you! Are you a good reader?Before you answer that, remember this might fluctuate depending on your stress level. Do you read every word? Do you remember what you read? Do you enjoy reading?Dr. Amy breaks down the Communication Hierarchy in this video for you. This is a great tool to use with your patients and your own kids as well! This is a fun lesson. Let us know what you learned about yourself!Copyright © 2020 FOCUS Educational Services, LLC. All rights reservedDr. Amy and her husband David live in Coeur d’Alene, ID with their beautiful daughter Meela and chocolate lab Izzy. They opened Spoelstra Family Chiropractic in April of 2008 after moving from South Carolina where Dr. Amy graduated cum laude from Sherman College of Chiropractic. Dr. Amy is the founder of the FOCUS program and opened the doors to the program in 2011 in the Coeur d’ Alene office. She now teaches chiropractors, educators, and other medical professionals around the country and internationally about Neuro-Deflective Disorders™ and the FOCUS approach to comprehensive patient care for children and adults with behavioral, learning, socialization, and developmental challenges. She is the founder of the Brain Blossom Program™ and FOCUS Academy ™ for continued education for certified FOCUS practitioners.Find out more about Dr. Amy's FOCUS program here: https://gofocusacademy.comRegister for the FOCUS Seminar: https://gofocusacademy.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefocusacademyDrAmyFacebook Chiropractic Free VIP Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/focusacademyvipchiroIG: @theFOCUSacademyDrAmy15 min
- Regression vs. Pulling-in: Do you know the difference?When "all of a sudden," we see a loss of tools, we need to ask ourselves if this is a regression or a pulling-in?There are times of pulling-in during typical brain development (think about growth spurts or milestones). We must be communicating this appropriately to parents. We do NOT treat symptoms. Do NOT call the pulling-in a regression! Work with the parents and ask the right questions to determine if this is a typical pulling-in or a true regression.Watch this video to learn how to navigate this challenge and which questions to ask. Once we've asked the right questions and determined what you're dealing with, use the tools provided in this video from Dr. Amy to move forward in either scenario.Copyright © 2020 FOCUS Educational Services, LLC. All rights reservedDr. Amy and her husband David live in Coeur d’Alene, ID with their beautiful daughter Meela and chocolate lab Izzy. They opened Spoelstra Family Chiropractic in April of 2008 after moving from South Carolina where Dr. Amy graduated cum laude from Sherman College of Chiropractic. Dr. Amy is the founder of the FOCUS program and opened the doors to the program in 2011 in the Coeur d’ Alene office. She now teaches chiropractors, educators, and other medical professionals around the country and internationally about Neuro-Deflective Disorders™ and the FOCUS approach to comprehensive patient care for children and adults with behavioral, learning, socialization, and developmental challenges. She is the founder of the Brain Blossom Program™ and FOCUS Academy ™ for continued education for certified FOCUS practitioners.Find out more about Dr. Amy's FOCUS program here: https://gofocusacademy.comRegister for the FOCUS Seminar: https://gofocusacademy.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefocusacademyDrAmyFacebook Chiropractic Free VIP Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/focusacademyvipchiroIG: @theFOCUSacademyDrAmy15 min
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- How to survive time changesTime change. Nobody likes it, and most people feel its effects. This demographic, in particular, has difficulty adapting to this change. It’s not a small thing! Find out how to survive this transition with specific suggestions for planning before the time change and how to cope afterward.Copyright © 2020 FOCUS Educational Services, LLC. All rights reservedDr. Amy and her husband David live in Coeur d’Alene, ID with their beautiful daughter Meela and chocolate lab Izzy. They opened Spoelstra Family Chiropractic in April of 2008 after moving from South Carolina where Dr. Amy graduated cum laude from Sherman College of Chiropractic. Dr. Amy is the founder of the FOCUS program and opened the doors to the program in 2011 in the Coeur d’ Alene office. She now teaches chiropractors, educators, and other medical professionals around the country and internationally about Neuro-Deflective Disorders™ and the FOCUS approach to comprehensive patient care for children and adults with behavioral, learning, socialization, and developmental challenges. She is the founder of the Brain Blossom Program™ and FOCUS Academy ™ for continued education for certified FOCUS practitioners.Find out more about Dr. Amy's FOCUS program here: https://dramyspoelstra.comRegister for the FOCUS Seminar: https://gofocusacademy.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrAmyFocus/Facebook Chiropractic Free VIP Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/765392200616270/IG: @DrAmySpoelstra6 min
- Navigating new and sudden challengesWe might notice some behaviors increasing right now. Kids have been in school for a little bit, and the social and academic demands are still running high. I say it all the time: Behaviors are a window into the brain! This understanding will help us determine which tools someone is using to process their world. It’s time to be an investigator! First, you must discover how to build resilience and adaptability to help this person move through development to meet the current demands. Second, look at if the demand is appropriate for right NOW. Dr. Amy offers specific suggestions on how to navigate this new challenge.Copyright © 2020 FOCUS Educational Services, LLC. All rights reservedDr. Amy and her husband David live in Coeur d’Alene, ID with their beautiful daughter Meela and chocolate lab Izzy. They opened Spoelstra Family Chiropractic in April of 2008 after moving from South Carolina where Dr. Amy graduated cum laude from Sherman College of Chiropractic. Dr. Amy is the founder of the FOCUS program and opened the doors to the program in 2011 in the Coeur d’ Alene office. She now teaches chiropractors, educators, and other medical professionals around the country and internationally about Neuro-Deflective Disorders™ and the FOCUS approach to comprehensive patient care for children and adults with behavioral, learning, socialization, and developmental challenges. She is the founder of the Brain Blossom Program™ and FOCUS Academy ™ for continued education for certified FOCUS practitioners.Find out more about Dr. Amy's FOCUS program here: https://dramyspoelstra.comRegister for the FOCUS Seminar: https://gofocusacademy.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrAmyFocus/Facebook Chiropractic Free VIP Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/765392200616270/IG: @DrAmySpoelstra6 min
- Why do we even do an exam?Often in our profession, we do an exam, but perhaps we don’t fully know why we’re measuring the things we’re measuring and how to take those results to determine how and why you should recommend care. Another challenge is understanding how and what to check when re-assessing and appropriately changing the care plan.Remember, we don’t treat scans, symptoms, x-rays, or postural distortions! We need to be able to use our clinical exam and findings as a clue to the bigger clinical picture for each patient. Don’t get caught in the deficit model!!! We need to understand what measurements and scans tell us about the neuro-structural shift and how it impacts the developing brain.Copyright © 2020 FOCUS Educational Services, LLC. All rights reservedDr. Amy and her husband David live in Coeur d’Alene, ID with their beautiful daughter Meela and chocolate lab Izzy. They opened Spoelstra Family Chiropractic in April of 2008 after moving from South Carolina where Dr. Amy graduated cum laude from Sherman College of Chiropractic. Dr. Amy is the founder of the FOCUS program and opened the doors to the program in 2011 in the Coeur d’ Alene office. She now teaches chiropractors, educators, and other medical professionals around the country and internationally about Neuro-Deflective Disorders™ and the FOCUS approach to comprehensive patient care for children and adults with behavioral, learning, socialization, and developmental challenges. She is the founder of the Brain Blossom Program™ and FOCUS Academy ™ for continued education for certified FOCUS practitioners.Find out more about Dr. Amy's FOCUS program here: https://dramyspoelstra.comRegister for the FOCUS Seminar: https://gofocusacademy.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrAmyFocus/Facebook Chiropractic VIP Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/765392200616270/IG: @DrAmySpoelstra10 min
- Brain-based concept: The FOCUS StoryDr. Amy teaches how to use the developmental hierarchy of object/picture/symbol to increase prediction and decrease stress throughout your day.Even if a child could complete multi-step instructions before, they may be having a hard time following through and remembering each step at this point. It may be because they “aren’t there” neurologically RIGHT NOW. These tools will help you get back on track!Copyright © 2020 FOCUS Educational Services, LLC. All rights reservedDr. Amy and her husband David live in Coeur d’Alene, ID with their beautiful daughter Meela and chocolate lab Izzy. They opened Spoelstra Family Chiropractic in April of 2008 after moving from South Carolina where Dr. Amy graduated cum laude from Sherman College of Chiropractic. Dr. Amy is the founder of the FOCUS program and opened the doors to the program in 2011 in the Coeur d’ Alene office. She now teaches chiropractors, educators, and other medical professionals around the country and internationally about Neuro-Deflective Disorders™ and the FOCUS approach to comprehensive patient care for children and adults with behavioral, learning, socialization, and developmental challenges. She is the founder of the Brain Blossom Program™ and FOCUS Academy ™ for continued education for certified FOCUS practitioners.Find out more about Dr. Amy's FOCUS program here: https://dramyspoelstra.comRegister for the FOCUS Seminar: https://gofocusacademy.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrAmyFocus/Facebook Chiropractic VIP Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/765392200616270/IG: @DrAmySpoelstra11 min
- Dealing with mask stress and other modifications for kids in schoolRegardless of what side you fall on regarding wearing masks or other changes happening at your kid's schools, it's critical to remember this: You don't want to be part of the noise, you want to be part of the solution.People are looking for guidance on how to cope with the reality of their world right now. We can help them! We must lead with brain-development and offer practical suggestions on how to cope with the struggles these families are facing.Copyright © 2020 FOCUS Educational Services, LLC. All rights reservedDr. Amy and her husband David live in Coeur d’Alene, ID with their beautiful daughter Meela and chocolate lab Izzy. They opened Spoelstra Family Chiropractic in April of 2008 after moving from South Carolina where Dr. Amy graduated cum laude from Sherman College of Chiropractic. Dr. Amy is the founder of the FOCUS program and opened the doors to the program in 2011 in the Coeur d’ Alene office. She now teaches chiropractors, educators, and other medical professionals around the country and internationally about Neuro-Deflective Disorders™ and the FOCUS approach to comprehensive patient care for children and adults with behavioral, learning, socialization, and developmental challenges. She is the founder of the Brain Blossom Program™ and FOCUS Academy ™ for continued education for certified FOCUS practitioners.Find out more about Dr. Amy's FOCUS program here: https://dramyspoelstra.comRegister for the FOCUS Seminar: https://dramyspoelstra.com/focus-sign-up/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrAmyFocus/Facebook Chiropractic VIP Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/765392200616270/IG: @DrAmySpoelstra11 min
- Noticing a lot of behaviors?The first thing we need to understand is that more stress equals bigger behaviors and deflections. But there’s one key thing we MUST remember: Behavior is a window into the brain. We must determine first if it’s a “bottom-up” issue or a “top-down” issue.Copyright © 2020 FOCUS Educational Services, LLC. All rights reservedDr. Amy and her husband David live in Coeur d’Alene, ID with their beautiful daughter Meela and chocolate lab Izzy. They opened Spoelstra Family Chiropractic in April of 2008 after moving from South Carolina where Dr. Amy graduated cum laude from Sherman College of Chiropractic. Dr. Amy is the founder of the FOCUS program and opened the doors to the program in 2011 in the Coeur d’ Alene office. She now teaches chiropractors, educators, and other medical professionals around the country and internationally about Neuro-Deflective Disorders™ and the FOCUS approach to comprehensive patient care for children and adults with behavioral, learning, socialization, and developmental challenges. She is the founder of the Brain Blossom Program™ and FOCUS Academy ™ for continued education for certified FOCUS practitioners.Find out more about Dr. Amy's FOCUS program here: https://dramyspoelstra.comRegister for the FOCUS Seminar: https://dramyspoelstra.com/focus-sign-up/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrAmyFocus/Facebook Chiropractic VIP Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/765392200616270/IG: @DrAmySpoelstra5 min
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We train chiropractors, medical professionals, educators and parents to lead with brain development to build a comprehensive "whole to part" approach to working with behavioral, learning,…
developmental and socialization challenges. We need to know more to bridge the gap and build strong teams and clinical, educational and parenting strategies to help kids have a better expression of life and not just cope! Through our seminars and trainings we boil down the complexity of brain development and Neuro-Deflective Disorders™ in order to have practical and implementable solutions and care plans without losing the bigger picture of how it all works together.