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Stronger Together with JoAnna Poyssick
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What does true support for both parents and children in the autism community look like?
In this episode of The Autism Roundtable, Leah Gross is joined by occupational therapist JoAnna Poyssick, who shares her holistic approach to supporting families.
Key Questions Explored in the Episode:
- What is the Skyrocket Success coaching program, and how does it support parents?
- Why is self-care essential for parents of children with autism?
- How can parents better understand and support their child's sensory needs?
- What role do gross and fine motor skills play in a child’s development?
- How can occupational therapy help families thrive together?
Summary of the Conversation:
JoAnna Poyssick brings a refreshing and compassionate lens to supporting families navigating autism. She outlines how her Skyrocket Success program combines coaching, education, and community to empower parents. JoAnna emphasizes that parent well-being directly influences a child’s progress and shares actionable advice on sensory processing, executive functioning, and skill-building. Her approach centers on acceptance, empathy, and celebrating strengths, making this a must-listen episode for caregivers and professionals alike.
About the Guest:
JoAnna Poyssick is an experienced occupational therapist who specializes in working with children on the autism spectrum. Through her virtual and in-person coaching programs, she helps parents develop the tools, mindset, and routines they need to support their child’s growth while taking care of their own well-being.
Key Takeaways:
- Parent self-care is foundational to supporting a child with autism.
- Acceptance and mindset shifts can radically improve the family dynamic.
- Sensory challenges require individualized strategies and patience.
- Executive functioning and motor skills are essential for independence.
- A strength-based approach builds confidence in both children and parents.
Time Stamps:
00:00 - Joanna’s work with children on the autism spectrum
01:53 – Skyrocket Success: A parenting coaching program
03:21 – The importance of self-care for parents
04:27 – Finding support and building community
09:10 – Acceptance as a foundation for parenting
12:01 – A deeper look at the Skyrocket Success structure
16:42 – The role of occupational therapy in family life
19:41 – Creating healthy sleep routines
23:16 – Supporting children’s social and leisure activities
26:12 – Understanding sensory processing challenges
28:05 – Meeting each child’s unique sensory needs
29:31 – Modeling calm behavior for emotional regulation
30:17 – Helping children manage emotions
32:16 – The importance of gross motor development
35:16 – Encouraging self-care skills in children
38:54 – Fine motor development and executive functioning
46:27 – Addressing parental guilt and fostering acceptance
Links for the Guest:
Connect with JoAnna Poyssick on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joanna-poyssick-skyrocketsuccess/
Visit JoAnna’s website: https://www.sensationalstudentsot.com/
Call to Action:
Ready to support your child’s growth while taking care of yourself?
Tune in to the full episode for practical strategies and heartfelt insights from JoAnna Poyssick.
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