Encompass Parent Talks

Encompass Parent Talks

Each episode we'll be chatting about a different aspect of parenting and raising young children. You'll hear from parents to get their perspective on the topic. Then, you'll get some advice and insights from the experts at Encompass. Encompass is a non-profit based in King County, Washington. We offer Early Learning, Pediatric Therapy and Family Enrichment Programs for families with children birth to 8 years old.

Episodes

Understanding Encompass Community-Based Services

February 12, 2025 • 40 mins

Resources:

Learn more about Encompass Community-Based Services

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Behavioral Health is Now Mental Health

December 11, 2024 • 11 mins
Encompass recently introduced a meaningful change as the Behavioral Health program shifts to a new name: Mental Health. In this episode of our Parent Talks Podcast, we sit down with Encompass Mental Health Director Megan Walsh to learn more about the change, why it’s important, and what it means for the children and families we serve.
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Summer Spectacular

July 8, 2024 • 36 mins

Resources:

King Country Library System Park and Museum Passes: https://kcls.org/news/kcls-offers-parks-and-museum-passes/

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Understanding Early Support for Infants and Toddlers

April 29, 2024 • 34 mins
Serving children and families from birth to age 3, Early Support for Infants and Toddlers (ESIT) is the Washington State program designed to be the first point of contact for families concerned about their child’s development. Whether it’s speech, motor, feeding, sleep, behavioral, social, or other developmental concerns, our ESIT team employs a collaborative caregiver-coaching model to support families in helping their children re...
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A Conversation with Casey Ehrlich: Recognizing Pathological Demand Avoidance

March 14, 2024 • 43 mins

Resources

At Peace Parents: https://www.atpeaceparents.com/  

Is My Child PDA? The Clarity Masterclass: https://www.atpeaceparents.com/opt-in-eec01613-fd48-49bd-a608-6b9ffd19588b  

Declarative Language and Co-Regulation: https://www.declarativelanguage.com/  

 

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The Holiday Dinner Table

November 16, 2023 • 53 mins
When the podcast team brainstorms a “Holiday Food” episode, it ‘might’ trigger some unresolved feelings for the host of our program. In this fun episode of our Parent Talks Podcast, Encompass Marketing and Communications Manager Caley George shares unpleasant memories about broccoli casserole and wonders if it's time to start doing better by our kids. Then he sits down with Encompass Speech-Language Therapist/Feeding Specialist Aut...
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Understanding IEPs and 504s

October 12, 2023 • 24 mins
As kids get settled into a new school year, it’s not uncommon for some parents to notice their child is struggling in the classroom. While there may be a variety of reasons for this struggle, it’s important for parents to understand the resources available if they suspect their child needs extra support. In this month’s episode of our Parent Talks podcast, we explore IEPs, more commonly known as Individualized Education Plans, and ...
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Extracurricular Activities and Your Family

August 30, 2023 • 41 mins
Every year, the start of school brings an inevitable rush of e-flyers promoting a wide array of extracurricular activities for kids of all ages. The sheer quantity of options can be overwhelming for parents trying to decide what and how many activities their kids should be engaged in. We tackle that very topic in this episode of our Parent Talks podcast. Our host and parent of two Caley George sits down with Encompass Speech-Langu...
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The Power of Connection: A Conversation with Mona Delahooke

May 16, 2023 • 46 mins
“When we shift the lens and start to look at [behaviors] as the signal rather than the target . . . we get so many more answers, and we really start to build connection and relationships.” Dr. Mona Delahooke Encompass is honored to have Pediatric Psychologist Dr. Mona Delahooke on our Parent Talks podcast. As a speaker, trainer, and consultant, Dr. Delahooke has dedicated her career to promoting compassionate, relationship-based n...
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Examining Transitions

April 10, 2023 • 50 mins
Transitions. We all know them and we all experience them. Whether it's moving, having children, returning to the workforce, or any number of possibilities, these moments can be unsettling. In our latest Parent Talks podcast, we sit down with Encompass parent, writer, and speaker April Bennett, as well as Encompass Behavioral Health Director Megan Walsh, to discuss practical tips for navigating both the big and small transitions of ...
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Ready for Kindergarten - Replayed!

March 13, 2023 • 23 mins
This spring, thousands of kids will register to begin kindergarten in the fall. While it’s an exciting time for both parents and students, it can also bring up many feelings of uncertainty. "Is my child ready?" "What can I do to help prepare them?" "How will kindergarten be different from preschool?" To help answer these questions, we are throwing it back to our "Ready for Kindergarten" Parent Talks Podcast where Encompass Lead ...
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Establishing Beloved Community at Home

January 5, 2023 • 43 mins
We hear a lot of talk about Company Culture – beliefs and values that define an organization. Over the years, Encompass has spent many hours working with James and Kristen Whitfield of BeCulture - talking about our own company culture, the idea of Beloved Community, and the concept of ‘being the culture we wish to see.’ It got us asking - can we take these same ideas and apply them in our homes? James and Kristen say yes. In thi...
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Promoting Early Literacy With Art, Music, and Movement - Replayed!

November 17, 2022 • 15 mins
Early literacy is about more than simply reading to your child – it’s also about engaging their senses in other ways. Encompass Bi-lingual Early Literacy Specialist Gloria Martinez offers some tips on incorporating art, music, and movement into reading with your child to promote early literacy and other skills. Two mothers also share their techniques.
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Back to School Transition

August 25, 2022 • 20 mins
As we head back to the school year, we are throwing it back to one of our most popular episodes from last year! Though last year's school experience was a little more typical than the year before, the emotions that come with returning often remain the same -- eagerness, nervousness, anxiety, and more. Encompass pediatric professionals and parents share their perspectives and experiences on how parents and caregivers can support ...
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The Power of Outside

July 7, 2022 • 31 mins
If you’re concerned that your children aren’t spending enough time outside, we’ve pulled together a great team of Encompass professionals who discuss helpful tips and suggestions for getting the kids out and engaged in the fresh air!
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Mental Health Supports for Children

May 27, 2022 • 30 mins
What can parents do if they have questions or concerns about their child’s behavior, mental health, or social-emotional development? In recognition of May as National Mental Health Awareness month, we’ll hear from two mothers who navigate decisions about what’s best for their families, and we’ll get some helpful tips from three therapists from Encompass’s Behavioral Health Program.
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Ready for Kindergarten

April 27, 2022 • 23 mins
Earlier this month, thousands of kids registered to begin kindergarten in the fall. While it’s an exciting time for both parents and students, it can also bring up many feelings of uncertainty. "Is my child ready?" "What can I do to help prepare them?" "How will kindergarten be different from preschool?" In our latest Parent Talks Podcast, Encompass Lead Preschool Teacher Sarah Holmes and Snoqualmie Valley School District Kindergar...
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Parental Self-Compassion

March 15, 2022 • 21 mins
What do self-care and self-compassion really mean? Why are they so important in parenting? And how can parents model this for their kids? Two experts from Encompass provide some great tips, and two parents share how they take time for themselves.
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Childhood Vaccines - Answers for Tough Questions

December 14, 2021 • 27 mins
When parents are making decisions about early childhood vaccinations, how do they know who and what to trust? Dr. Neeta Jain, a pediatrician with Snoqualmie Valley Hospital, answers the questions that so many parents have about this very important aspect of their child’s development.
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Playtime is Learning Time

November 2, 2021 • 17 mins
How much should parents let their kids play? What are the impacts on a child’s development? And how much should parents play with their kids vs letting them play by themselves? Encompass toddler group facilitator and preschool teacher Nikki Slaght provides valuable tips and information, and two parents share their thoughts and perspectives.
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