Ep. 32: Integrating Faith and Compassion: An Occupational Therapist’s Holistic Approach to Ministry

​​Candy Shaw, a pastor's wife, mother, and grandmother, shares her multifaceted career journey. She is an occupational therapist with 29 years of experience, including eight years in early childhood intervention. Candy discusses her transition from physical therapy to occupational therapy, her pursuit of a master's degree in behavior analysis, and her work with children with special needs. She emphasizes the importance of community and church support, especially for families with special needs. Candy highlights the significance of integrating faith into daily life and using technology for spiritual growth. She encourages connecting with church communities and supporting each other, advocating for inclusive and welcoming environments.

 

About Candy Shaw:

Candy is a wife, a mother of three, and grandmother of six. She proudly serves her church as a pastor’s wife and women’s ministry leader. She has  been supporting families and providing interventions for children and families for over 25 years as an Occupational Therapist, Board Certified Behavior Analyst and Autism Interventionist. 

 

After working for schools, universities, for-profit organizations, and publicly funded programs, she recognized that there are too many families and caregivers who are unable to access useful, factual information addressing concerns regarding behavior and the many domains of child development. She and her husband use their podcast to reach those underserved and to encourage, educate, and glorify God while supporting them through their parenting journey.

She is currently a pediatric occupational therapist for a federally funded early intervention program and lives in a small town outside of the Dallas Fort Worth Metroplex. 

About Paige C. Clark: https://paigecclark.com/
Paige C. Clark is a faith-driven creative—writer, speaker, podcaster, and social media strategist — but her heartbeat across it all is helping people live authentically and love the life they’re building. Through honest storytelling, practical encouragement, and strategies rooted in real connection, she empowers entrepreneurs and Christians to ditch the pressure of perfection and walk boldly in their calling. Whether you're growing your business, deepening your faith, or simply trying to keep it all together on a Tuesday afternoon, Paige is here to remind you: you are not alone, you are wildly capable, and your imperfect story is already so worth telling.

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