Sharing Experiences with Concussion/TBI Thu, 05 Mar 2026 02:06:12 -0500 https://www.headsupcan.ca/sharing-experiences-with-concussion/tbi en-ca © 2026 HeadsupCAN Podcasts yes df3f33ff-507f-5646-9d44-f52467f97885 HeadsupCAN episodic false Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Concussion, Traumatic Brain Injury, Mental Health, Lived Experience, Trauma, Education, Community HeadsupCAN https://storage.buzzsprout.com/kg449zirkwpxnqyynxocwtul4joo?.jpg Sharing Experiences with Concussion/TBI https://www.headsupcan.ca/sharing-experiences-with-concussion/tbi Accommodating a Concussion in the Classroom Accommodating a Concussion in the Classroom In this episode of The Sharing Experiences With Concussions/TBI podcast, Ryan Sutton sits down with Stephanie McFarland, an Occupational Therapist at Holland Bloorview Concussion Clinic, to talk about how to effectively accommodate concussions in the classroom. As one of the leading experts in the field of pediatric concussion, Stephanie works with students every day to build strategies for their recovery.

We asked teachers and educators across Ontario to submit their questions and experiences regarding concussion support in the classroom. Listen in as Stephanie answers these questions while busting myths and highlighting her best tips and advice for educators on creating accommodations in the classroom.



]]> In this episode of The Sharing Experiences With Concussions/TBI podcast, Ryan Sutton sits down with Stephanie McFarland, an Occupational Therapist at Holland Bloorview Concussion Clinic, to talk about how to effectively accommodate concussions in the classroom. As one of the leading experts in the field of pediatric concussion, Stephanie works with students every day to build strategies for their recovery.

We asked teachers and educators across Ontario to submit their questions and experiences regarding concussion support in the classroom. Listen in as Stephanie answers these questions while busting myths and highlighting her best tips and advice for educators on creating accommodations in the classroom.



]]> HeadsupCAN Buzzsprout-10865699 Wed, 29 Jun 2022 07:00:00 -0400 4097 Concussion, Return To Learn, Teachers, Teacher Accommodations, Brain Injury 2 5 full false Recovery at Home Recovery at Home In this episode of The Sharing Experiences With Concussions/TBI podcast, Libby Nicholaou, the Manager of Outreach Operations at LoveYourBrain, welcomes Krystal Merrells RD, Vijaya Kantipuly MSW, and Dr. Eric Guillemette to talk about recovery at home after a traumatic brain injury (TBI). 

Listen in as they break down their special roles in the concussion/TBI recovery process, along with advice and insights on nutrition therapy for TBI patients, at-home concussion rehabilitation exercises and strategies, and the powerful benefits of online support groups for people recovering from brain injuries. You’ll also learn tips and tricks for creating a home environment that is conducive to the recovery process.



]]> In this episode of The Sharing Experiences With Concussions/TBI podcast, Libby Nicholaou, the Manager of Outreach Operations at LoveYourBrain, welcomes Krystal Merrells RD, Vijaya Kantipuly MSW, and Dr. Eric Guillemette to talk about recovery at home after a traumatic brain injury (TBI). 

Listen in as they break down their special roles in the concussion/TBI recovery process, along with advice and insights on nutrition therapy for TBI patients, at-home concussion rehabilitation exercises and strategies, and the powerful benefits of online support groups for people recovering from brain injuries. You’ll also learn tips and tricks for creating a home environment that is conducive to the recovery process.



]]> HeadsupCAN Buzzsprout-10832874 Wed, 22 Jun 2022 07:00:00 -0400 3073 Brain Injury, Brain Injury Recovery, Recovery at home, TBI Recovery, Brain Injury Mindfulness, Brain Nutrition 2 4 full false Impact of Brain Injury on Family Members Impact of Brain Injury on Family Members In this episode of The Sharing Experiences With Concussions/TBI podcast, Caron Gan, a Registered Psychotherapist and Marriage and Family Therapist, welcomes Anne Sanger, Stacey C., and Madeline Roitman to talk about what life is like for families whose loved one has suffered from a traumatic brain injury (TBI). 

Listen in as these incredibly brave caregivers share their stories and experiences of caring for their spouse, brother, and child who are recovering from brain injuries. They highlight their initial thoughts and feelings after the injuries, the most significant impacts the injury has had on them and their families, how existing healthcare systems can better prepare families for life after brain injury, and how roles, responsibilities, and communication dynamics have since changed.


]]> In this episode of The Sharing Experiences With Concussions/TBI podcast, Caron Gan, a Registered Psychotherapist and Marriage and Family Therapist, welcomes Anne Sanger, Stacey C., and Madeline Roitman to talk about what life is like for families whose loved one has suffered from a traumatic brain injury (TBI). 

Listen in as these incredibly brave caregivers share their stories and experiences of caring for their spouse, brother, and child who are recovering from brain injuries. They highlight their initial thoughts and feelings after the injuries, the most significant impacts the injury has had on them and their families, how existing healthcare systems can better prepare families for life after brain injury, and how roles, responsibilities, and communication dynamics have since changed.


]]> HeadsupCAN Buzzsprout-10794043 Wed, 15 Jun 2022 07:00:00 -0400 3964 brain injury, brain injury and family, family support, traumatic brain injury, brain injury support, mental health, 2 3 full false Concussion/TBI within the Veteran Community Concussion/TBI within the Veteran Community In this episode of The Sharing Experiences With Concussions/TBI podcast, Simon Kardynal welcomes May Machoun, Ryan Carey, and Blair Hennessy to talk about brain injuries and head trauma in the military and veteran community. 

Listen in as these veterans shed light on their experiences with concussion and TBI, the systemic healthcare problems veterans are facing in Canada, and how we can continue advocating for better treatment of veterans with TBI and improving TBI education throughout the military. Whether you’re a veteran, a medical professional, or a family member of a concussion survivor, you have the power to make a positive change, so let’s do this together!



]]> In this episode of The Sharing Experiences With Concussions/TBI podcast, Simon Kardynal welcomes May Machoun, Ryan Carey, and Blair Hennessy to talk about brain injuries and head trauma in the military and veteran community. 

Listen in as these veterans shed light on their experiences with concussion and TBI, the systemic healthcare problems veterans are facing in Canada, and how we can continue advocating for better treatment of veterans with TBI and improving TBI education throughout the military. Whether you’re a veteran, a medical professional, or a family member of a concussion survivor, you have the power to make a positive change, so let’s do this together!



]]> HeadsupCAN Buzzsprout-10740126 Wed, 08 Jun 2022 07:00:00 -0400 4156 veteran, brain injury, ptsd, trauma, traumatic brain injury, veteran community, veteran support, canadian armed forces, tbi, brain injury awareness, sharing experiences with concussion/tbi 2 2 full true Brain Injury and Justice Brain Injury and Justice Dr. Carolyn Lemsky is a board certified neuropsychologist with 25 years of experience working in rehabilitation settings in the U.S. and Canada. For the past 15 years she has been the Clinical Director at Community Head Injury Resource Services (CHIRS) of Toronto—a Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care funded agency designed to promote community re-integration of persons living with the effects of acquired brain injury. In this episode, Dr. Lemsky guides a group discussion over zoom, with other professionals about the challenges and barriers individuals with a brain injury experience in navigating the justice system.



]]> Dr. Carolyn Lemsky is a board certified neuropsychologist with 25 years of experience working in rehabilitation settings in the U.S. and Canada. For the past 15 years she has been the Clinical Director at Community Head Injury Resource Services (CHIRS) of Toronto—a Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care funded agency designed to promote community re-integration of persons living with the effects of acquired brain injury. In this episode, Dr. Lemsky guides a group discussion over zoom, with other professionals about the challenges and barriers individuals with a brain injury experience in navigating the justice system.



]]> HeadsupCAN Buzzsprout-10714716 Wed, 01 Jun 2022 07:00:00 -0400 2426 Brain Injury, Brain Injury Awareness, Justice, Justice System, Brain Injury and Justice, TBI, Traumatic Brain Injury, Brain Injury Awareness Month, Brain, Brain Health, Brain Injury Support, NonProfit, Canada, Education 2 1 full false Season 2 Trailer Season 2 Trailer The Sharing Experiences with Concussion/TBI is an experience driven, multi-media podcast series that seeks to educate, support and spread awareness on the many facets of Concussion/TBI injuries. We are excited to share 5 new episodes of the podcast series focused on understanding the lived experience of concussion/TBI. This series facilitates an environment for industry professionals and people directly affected by the injury to have meaningful, informed discussions about what it's like going through a Concussion/TBI in various aspects of life.

]]> The Sharing Experiences with Concussion/TBI is an experience driven, multi-media podcast series that seeks to educate, support and spread awareness on the many facets of Concussion/TBI injuries. We are excited to share 5 new episodes of the podcast series focused on understanding the lived experience of concussion/TBI. This series facilitates an environment for industry professionals and people directly affected by the injury to have meaningful, informed discussions about what it's like going through a Concussion/TBI in various aspects of life.

]]> HeadsupCAN Buzzsprout-10694586 Mon, 30 May 2022 08:00:00 -0400 261 Brain injury, concussion, brain injury awareness, Traumatic brain injury, TBI, Non-profit, Canada, Podcast, Sharing Experiences With Concussion/TBI, Podcast Trailer, Educational Podcast 2 trailer false Facilitators Experience: Insights From The Entire Series Facilitators Experience: Insights From The Entire Series In this bonus episode of The Sharing Experiences with Concussions/TBI podcast, we bring all of the facilitators from the series together in a conversation to share their insights and perspectives on these invisible injuries.

]]> In this bonus episode of The Sharing Experiences with Concussions/TBI podcast, we bring all of the facilitators from the series together in a conversation to share their insights and perspectives on these invisible injuries.

]]> HeadsupCAN Buzzsprout-8778854 Tue, 29 Jun 2021 05:00:00 -0400 4953 Concussion, Mental Health, Brain Health, Brain Injury, Traumatic Brain Injury, Sport, Health Care 1 7 full false Life After a Concussion/TBI: Adapting to a New Way of Life Life After a Concussion/TBI: Adapting to a New Way of Life Becky Moran, Occupational Therapist with the Acquired Brain Injury Outpatient Team at Parkwood Institute facilitates this discussion about adapting to a new way of life following a concussion. Some of the topics this episode explores are the challenges of pacing oneself, relationships, and changes in identity.

]]> Becky Moran, Occupational Therapist with the Acquired Brain Injury Outpatient Team at Parkwood Institute facilitates this discussion about adapting to a new way of life following a concussion. Some of the topics this episode explores are the challenges of pacing oneself, relationships, and changes in identity.

]]> HeadsupCAN Buzzsprout-8753063 Thu, 24 Jun 2021 05:00:00 -0400 3962 Concussion, Brain Injury, TBI, Mental Health, Recovery, Trauma, Identity 1 6 full false Support Systems: Supporting Persons Who've Had a Concussion/TBI Support Systems: Supporting Persons Who've Had a Concussion/TBI Dr. Lesley Ruttan, a Neuropsychologist, and other professionals who support persons with concussions and brain injuries gather together in this episode to talk about their experiences and the challenges associated with accessing supports and services for their clients.

]]> Dr. Lesley Ruttan, a Neuropsychologist, and other professionals who support persons with concussions and brain injuries gather together in this episode to talk about their experiences and the challenges associated with accessing supports and services for their clients.

]]> HeadsupCAN Buzzsprout-8741497 Tue, 22 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0400 4031 Concussion, Mental Health, Traumatic Brain Injury, Support, Support Systems, Public Health 1 5 full false Return to Sport: Overcoming the Stigma of Concussions in Sport Return to Sport: Overcoming the Stigma of Concussions in Sport Connor Massimo, Physiotherapist and Founder of Pulse Physiotherapy in Peterborough, Ontario leads a discussion about returning to sport after experiencing a concussion/TBI. This episode brings together athletes from various sport backgrounds who have competed at different levels to talk about stigma and identity following a concussion.

]]> Connor Massimo, Physiotherapist and Founder of Pulse Physiotherapy in Peterborough, Ontario leads a discussion about returning to sport after experiencing a concussion/TBI. This episode brings together athletes from various sport backgrounds who have competed at different levels to talk about stigma and identity following a concussion.

]]> HeadsupCAN Buzzsprout-8716791 Thu, 17 Jun 2021 05:00:00 -0400 4162 Concussion, Sport, Injury, Brain, Health, Mental Health, Stigma, Concussion Stigma 1 4 full false Return to Work: Re-Integration After a Concussion/TBI Return to Work: Re-Integration After a Concussion/TBI Leslie Birkett, an Occupational Therapist and Assistant Clinical Professor (Adjunct) at McMaster University facilitates this discussion about participants’ experiences returning to work following a concussion/TBI. The conversation explores challenges, balancing life’s stressors and accommodations. 

]]> Leslie Birkett, an Occupational Therapist and Assistant Clinical Professor (Adjunct) at McMaster University facilitates this discussion about participants’ experiences returning to work following a concussion/TBI. The conversation explores challenges, balancing life’s stressors and accommodations. 

]]> HeadsupCAN Buzzsprout-8682683 Tue, 15 Jun 2021 05:00:00 -0400 3551 Concussion, Mental Health, Traumatic Brain Injury, Workplace Injury, Work 1 3 full false Return to Learn: Understanding What's Best For Your Brain Throughout Recovery Return to Learn: Understanding What's Best For Your Brain Throughout Recovery Penny Welch-West, a Speech-Language Pathologist with Parkwood Institute, guides a group of current students and graduates through a discussion about their experiences transitioning back to school following a concussion/TBI. Group members talk about challenges, accommodations and strategies they implemented to support their return. 

]]> Penny Welch-West, a Speech-Language Pathologist with Parkwood Institute, guides a group of current students and graduates through a discussion about their experiences transitioning back to school following a concussion/TBI. Group members talk about challenges, accommodations and strategies they implemented to support their return. 

]]> https://www.headsupcan.ca/sharing-experiences-with-concussion/tbi HeadsupCAN Buzzsprout-8660977 Thu, 10 Jun 2021 06:00:00 -0400 4932 Concussions, Mental Health, Education, Return to Learn, Brain Injury, Trauma 1 2 full false Diagnosing a Concussion/TBI: The Physician's Perspective Diagnosing a Concussion/TBI: The Physician's Perspective Dr. Steph Dallaire leads a discussion with other doctors, a nurse practitioner and a neuropsychologist from across Ontario to speak about the complexity and challenges of diagnosing concussion/TBI. 

]]> Dr. Steph Dallaire leads a discussion with other doctors, a nurse practitioner and a neuropsychologist from across Ontario to speak about the complexity and challenges of diagnosing concussion/TBI. 

]]> https://www.headsupcan.ca/sharing-experiences-with-concussion/tbi HeadsupCAN Buzzsprout-8660051 Tue, 08 Jun 2021 06:00:00 -0400 3265 Concussion, Mental Health, Diagnosis, Health, Traumatic Brain Injury, Doctor, Health Care 1 1 full false Series Trailer - Sharing Experiences with Concussion/TBI Series Trailer - Sharing Experiences with Concussion/TBI Sharing Experiences with Concussion/TBI is an experience driven, multi-media podcast series that seeks to educate, support and spread awareness on the many facets of Concussion/TBI injuries. 

]]> Sharing Experiences with Concussion/TBI is an experience driven, multi-media podcast series that seeks to educate, support and spread awareness on the many facets of Concussion/TBI injuries. 

]]> https://www.headsupcan.ca/sharing-experiences-with-concussion/tbi HeadsupCAN Buzzsprout-8660183 Mon, 07 Jun 2021 12:00:00 -0400 82 Concussion, Mental Health, Traumatic Brain Injury, Health Care, Brain Health 1 trailer false