The Concussion Nerds Podcast

Natasha Wilch
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Welcome to The Concussion Nerds Podcast, where we revolutionize concussion care! This show is for passionate clinicians who want to excel in their field, move clients from stuck to excelling, and celebrate life's moments. Join us as we bring you cutting-edge advancements, practical tips, and inspiring success stories. Together, we'll propel concussion care into a new era, blending science with heart and soul. Whether you're a seasoned pro, a fresh face, or an individual on their own healing journey, this podcast is your ultimate resource. Let's build a community that uplifts and empowers one another, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in concussion care. Get ready to laugh, learn, and grow with me, Natasha Wilch, on The Concussion Nerds Podcast!

  1. 2D AGO

    Softening Into Now (Instead of Pushing Through Again)

    What if you gave yourself permission to pause… without needing to earn it first? So many of us carry the belief that we always need to be doing, fixing, striving, or proving something. Even during rest, our minds keep racing and our bodies stay braced for what's next. But living in constant motion can leave you disconnected from yourself, exhausted in your body, and craving a moment of softness. This guided meditation is an invitation to slow down, release the pressure to perform, and remember that your worth is not tied to productivity. You don't need to change anything in this moment. You simply get to be here. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL: Feel more grounded, calm, and present in your body Release tension and soften the need to constantly "do" Reconnect with the idea that rest is allowed and safe Leave with a greater sense of peace, softness, and self-compassion Take this breath, this pause, this moment… and let yourself remember: just being is enough. Let's connect!   Instagram:  @natasha.wilch https://www.instagram.com/natasha.wilch/ Email: hello@natashawilch.com Website: https://www.natasha-wilch.com   Join the Clinician's Edge to have Your Weekly Taste of Neuro Wisdom  here: https://www.natashawilch.com/clinicians-edge   Join the Concussion Mini School and Membership! Get the support and resources you need for concussion recovery: https://www.natashawilch.com/concussionminischool

    3 min

  2. 4D AGO

    Concussion Nerds: The Roundtable S2 EP 4: The Truth About Nervous System Work (That No One's Saying)

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    49 min

  3. 6D AGO

    EP 116: From Tunnel Vision to Transformation: The Missing Piece in Concussion Care

    What if the reason your clients (or you) aren't improving isn't a lack of effort—but a too-narrow approach to healing? You might be doing everything "right"—seeing the best specialists, targeting specific symptoms, following structured plans—yet still hitting a frustrating plateau. Here's the uncomfortable truth: when care stays siloed, progress stalls. Focusing on one system at a time can help… but without integrating how the brain and body work together, you're just building partial solutions. The real breakthrough happens when you zoom out, connect the dots, and treat the full system as an orchestra—not isolated instruments. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: - Why hyper-specialized, "niche-only" treatment often leads to plateaus in concussion recovery - The real reason multiple great providers still might not get you lasting results - How integrating systems (not just treating them) unlocks faster, deeper progress - What actually created dramatic change in just one intensive week—without traditional exercises If you've been stuck, the missing piece may not be what you're doing—but how everything is being put together. Let's connect!   Instagram:  @natasha.wilch https://www.instagram.com/natasha.wilch/ Email: hello@natashawilch.com Website: https://www.natasha-wilch.com   Join the Clinician's Edge to have Your Weekly Taste of Neuro Wisdom  here: https://www.natashawilch.com/clinicians-edge   Join the Concussion Mini School and Membership! Get the support and resources you need for concussion recovery: https://www.natashawilch.com/concussionminischool

    30 min

  4. MAY 1

    Meditation in Motion

    This week's meditation invites you to step away from stillness and into intuitive movement. Instead of guiding the mind, this practice encourages you to reconnect with your body—allowing it to lead, express, and release in its own natural way. There's no background music provided in this session. Instead, you're encouraged to choose your own playful, freeing song and let it shape your experience. This is about trusting your body's wisdom, following subtle impulses, and letting go of expectations. ✨ What to expect: A gentle arrival with breathwork to ground your awareness A shift from thinking to feeling Free, intuitive movement guided by your body (not instructions) Space to explore expression without judgment A soft return to presence through sensation and ease 🎶 What you'll need: A comfortable space where you can move freely A song that makes you feel light, playful, or expressive An open mind and willingness to let go of "doing it right" 💭 Intention for this practice: To build trust with your body, deepen self-awareness, and reconnect with a sense of freedom and play. 🧘 Tip: Start small. Even the slightest movement counts. The goal isn't performance—it's presence. Take this practice at your own pace, and remember: your body already knows the way.   Let's connect!   Instagram:  @natasha.wilch https://www.instagram.com/natasha.wilch/ Email: hello@natashawilch.com Website: https://www.natasha-wilch.com   Join the Clinician's Edge to have Your Weekly Taste of Neuro Wisdom  here: https://www.natashawilch.com/clinicians-edge   Join the Concussion Mini School and Membership! Get the support and resources you need for concussion recovery: https://www.natashawilch.com/concussionminischool

    3 min

  5. APR 29

    Concussion Nerds: The Roundtable S2 EP 3: You Look Fine — But You're Not: Understanding Concussion

    What if the hardest part of concussion recovery isn't what you feel… but what no one else can see? So many people living with concussion are stuck in this exhausting loop—pushing through because they "look fine," downplaying symptoms, or waiting for progress to magically happen just by showing up to appointments. On the outside, life might look normal. But internally? It's a constant negotiation with energy, symptoms, identity, and overwhelm. And here's where it gets even harder—when you don't feel believed, supported, or safe with your providers, healing slows down. When you rely only on in-session work without doing the real-life integration, you stay stuck. When you resist accepting where you are, you delay where you could go. This episode cracks open the truth: concussion recovery is not passive, it's not linear, and it's definitely not "mild." But when you combine the right support, honest acceptance, and consistent action outside the clinic—you start to reclaim control, rebuild trust in your body, and actually move forward. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: Why concussion is called an "invisible injury"—and how that impacts healing The biggest mistake patients make that keeps them stuck in recovery What true acceptance looks like (and why it's not the same as "being okay") How the right support system—and feeling safe—can accelerate healing Healing from a concussion isn't about proving you're fine—it's about finally giving yourself permission to do what it actually takes to get better.   Let's Connect!   Dr. Jacque Moser - Naturopathic Health Expert & Doctor of Chiropractic Website: https://www.docjacque.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doc_jacque/   Dr. Paul Rollett - Board Certified in Vision Development & Rehabilitation Website: www.okanaganvisiontherapy.ca Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/okanaganvisiontherapy/   Jan McNeil - Registered Clinical Counsellor, Trauma and Somatic Therapist Website: https://covalentcounselling.com   Natasha Wilch - Concussion Mentor & Clinician Website: https://www.natasha-wilch.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natasha.wilch/ Email: hello@natashawilch.com    Join the Clinician's Edge to have Your Weekly Taste of Neuro Wisdom  here: https://www.natashawilch.com/clinicians-edge   Join the Concussion Mini School and Membership! Get the support and resources you need for concussion recovery: https://www.natashawilch.com/concussionminischool

    49 min

  6. APR 27

    EP 115: 85% of Concussion Clients Have This… And We're Missing It

    Are you overlooking the neck as a major driver of your client's persistent concussion symptoms—even when you think you've already treated it? So many clinicians (and even clients themselves) assume the neck has been "dealt with" because pain was addressed or manual therapy was done. But if you're only looking at range of motion, muscle tension, or pain levels, you're likely missing huge pieces of the puzzle—and that could be exactly why progress has plateaued. Here's the reality: with research showing that 85% of persistent concussion cases involve the cervical spine, it's not just about treating the neck—it's about treating it properly. When we fail to assess motor control, joint position sense, and integration with other systems, we leave major drivers of symptoms untouched. The good news? Once you know what to look for, you can completely transform outcomes.     BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: ➡️ Why 85% of persistent concussion clients have cervical spine involvement—and what that actually means for your treatment approach ➡️ The 3 most commonly missed elements in neck assessment and rehab (and why they matter) ➡️ How poor motor control and compensatory patterns are silently limiting your client's recovery ➡️ Why joint position sense and sensory integration are critical—and how they impact dizziness, coordination, and overall function     If you've been treating the neck but not seeing the results you expect, this episode will shift how you assess, think about, and integrate cervical spine work—so you can finally stop missing what matters most.   Let's connect!   Instagram:  @natasha.wilch https://www.instagram.com/natasha.wilch/ Email: hello@natashawilch.com Website: https://www.natasha-wilch.com   Join the Clinician's Edge to have Your Weekly Taste of Neuro Wisdom  here: https://www.natashawilch.com/clinicians-edge   Join the Concussion Mini School and Membership! Get the support and resources you need for concussion recovery: https://www.natashawilch.com/concussionminischool

    23 min

  7. APR 24

    A Gentle Reset: Guided Weekly Meditation

    What would change if you gave yourself full permission to pause—even for just a few minutes? So often, you're caught in the cycle of doing more, proving more, and meeting every expectation… leaving little to no space for yourself. You may think rest is something you have to earn, or worse, that taking time for yourself is selfish. But the truth is, constantly pushing without pausing only disconnects you further from what you actually need. This meditation is your invitation to step out of that cycle—to soften, breathe, and return to yourself without pressure or performance. In this space, you're reminded that choosing yourself isn't indulgent… it's foundational. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: How to gently bring your body into a state of ease and support A simple breathing rhythm to anchor you in the present moment How to release expectations and reconnect with your authentic self Why taking time for yourself is essential—not selfish Give yourself this moment to reset—you can always come back to this space. Let's connect!   Instagram:  @natasha.wilch https://www.instagram.com/natasha.wilch/ Email: hello@natashawilch.com Website: https://www.natasha-wilch.com   Join the Clinician's Edge to have Your Weekly Taste of Neuro Wisdom  here: https://www.natashawilch.com/clinicians-edge   Join the Concussion Mini School and Membership! Get the support and resources you need for concussion recovery: https://www.natashawilch.com/concussionminischool

    3 min

  8. APR 22

    Concussion Nerds: The Roundtable S2 EP 2: Right Care, Wrong Time: The Hidden Cost of Concussion Confusion

    What if the reason your concussion recovery feels stuck… isn't your body—but the way you've been navigating it? Too many people wait, guess, or follow the wrong advice after a concussion—bouncing between providers, trying random solutions, or doing nothing at all—only to end up months (or years) later still struggling with symptoms that could've been addressed sooner. In this episode, we unpack why so many concussion patients feel lost early on—and how that delay, confusion, or misdirection can quietly turn into long-term suffering. More importantly, we explore what should happen instead: the right timing, the right referrals, and the power of a truly integrative approach to recovery. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: Why early guidance (even when symptoms seem "manageable") can prevent long-term complications The key signs that tell you which professional you should see—and when How vision, gut health, and nervous system regulation all play a role in concussion recovery Why "new normal" doesn't have to mean worse—and how growth can come after injury Recovery from a concussion isn't linear—but with the right support, it doesn't have to feel like you're navigating it alone. Let's Connect!   Dr. Jacque Moser - Naturopathic Health Expert & Doctor of Chiropractic Website: https://www.docjacque.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doc_jacque/   Dr. Paul Rollett - Board Certified in Vision Development & Rehabilitation Website: www.okanaganvisiontherapy.ca Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/okanaganvisiontherapy/   Jan McNeil - Registered Clinical Counsellor, Trauma and Somatic Therapist Website: https://covalentcounselling.com   Natasha Wilch - Concussion Mentor & Clinician Website: https://www.natasha-wilch.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natasha.wilch/ Email: hello@natashawilch.com    Join the Clinician's Edge to have Your Weekly Taste of Neuro Wisdom  here: https://www.natashawilch.com/clinicians-edge   Join the Concussion Mini School and Membership! Get the support and resources you need for concussion recovery: https://www.natashawilch.com/concussionminischool

    39 min
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Welcome to The Concussion Nerds Podcast, where we revolutionize concussion care! This show is for passionate clinicians who want to excel in their field, move clients from stuck to excelling, and celebrate life's moments. Join us as we bring you cutting-edge advancements, practical tips, and inspiring success stories. Together, we'll propel concussion care into a new era, blending science with heart and soul. Whether you're a seasoned pro, a fresh face, or an individual on their own healing journey, this podcast is your ultimate resource. Let's build a community that uplifts and empowers one another, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in concussion care. Get ready to laugh, learn, and grow with me, Natasha Wilch, on The Concussion Nerds Podcast!

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