In this solo episode, Sarah answers some private practice questions (and gets very honest about finding a niche and her experience of impostor syndrome before starting a clinic) including how to know when it’s time to start and what a typical day looks like. Time Stamps 1:30 How did you know it was time to start your own private practice? 4:25 How did you decide on a niche? Do you market yourself differently to keep the caseload you like? 6:08 What does a typical day look like for you? FYI since...
Jun 16, 2022•22 min
In this solo episode, you’ll learn some easy session ideas and activities for fluency session, plus tips for exiting a job gracefully as an SLP. Time Stamps 1:31 What kind of support in stuttering would be beneficial to you? 2:07 AAC - How do you get parents to use devices at home? 5:12 How has the neurodiversity movement changed how you practice? 11:37 3 Easy Lesson Ideas for School Age Fluency Sessions 18:09 Exiting a Job Gracefully 26:17 Wrap Up Thank you for today's questions from Dana Wierz...
Jun 09, 2022•27 min
In this Episode, you’ll learn Sarie and Sarah’s summer bucket lists, goals & routines they are developing, and their upcoming life changes. Then, the conversation changes to the speech room as the cohosts discuss Childhood Apraxia of speech, including: goal ideas, assessment measures, where to start and therapy techniques. Time Stamps 0:00-11:40 Intro & Summer Bucket Lists 11:45 How do you know if a child has Apraxia? What assessment measures do you use? 13:57 Once you know a child has C...
Jun 02, 2022•23 min
In this solo episode, Sarah shares how she’s implementing a systems-first approach to AAC at her clinic. This episode includes a discussion of how to get communication systems (for free), how to decide on a system, and ways to monitor if it’s working. Step 1 Identify who needs to be a part of this AAC program Step 2 Research Systems Step 3 Monitor Progress & Determine Next Steps Parent Handouts for AAC: https://bit.ly/3vWm8Sc Sarah Cruz on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahcruzslp/ C...
May 26, 2022•13 min
In this episode, Sarah and Sarie discussed different masking rules in Sarie’s setting (schools) versus Sarah’s Setting (clinic) and the confusion and conflict that has invited for families they see. This conversation isn’t about the hosts’ personal beliefs on masking, but rather the confusing messages regarding mask wearing and that the rules should be consistent between schools and clinics. The cohosts also discuss four problems with AAC education (and how to fix them), and discuss gestalt lang...
May 19, 2022•32 min
Key Topics 0:00 Intro 2:20 Recommendations & What’s Up, What’s Down 5:50 Ideas for /R/ generalization 10:30 EdPuzzle for Speech Therapy Ideas 14:55 Wrap Up For full show notes visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/124 Vocalic R Reading Packet: https://bit.ly/3Fj2Rxh Newsletter: www.slphappyhour.com/newsletter...
May 12, 2022•16 min
In this solo episode, Sarah discusses her experience learning about AAC, including the challenges of information overload, the focus on AAC education on theory instead of practice, and what’s on the other side.of AAC Overwhelm. By the end of this episode, you’ll have and idea of how to navigate learning about a new area of clinical interest (with a less overwhelming process). Show notes: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/123 Links AAC Parent Handouts: https://bit.ly/3Op8kH6 Newsletter: www.slphapp...
Apr 28, 2022•18 min
Key Topics 0 Intro & Topics for Today 2:00 Lesson Gone Wrong 4:02 It’s easy to lash out, it’s hard to communicate 19:03 Smartphone Use & Happiness (aware - focused use for a purpose, unaware - mindless use, use while the phone doesn’t have your full attention) 22:11 Wrap Up In this cohosted episode, Sarah and Sarie discuss: A lesson gone wrong Tips to stop, think and process (rather than lash out) when things are difficult Tips for dealing with people who lash out at us 3 Steps for Navig...
Apr 21, 2022•23 min
Key Topics 0:00 Intro 2:06 Articulation Tips & Research (a new way to take data, /r/ app) 6:03 Lesson Ideas (5 free online quizzes) 9:32 Self Care Challenge 13:35 Pandemic Babies 18:39 Wrap Up & Summary For full show notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/121 Newsletter: www.slphappyhour.com/newsletter Vocalic R Reading Packet: https://bit.ly/3r4wi04...
Apr 07, 2022•20 min
In this Solo episode, Sarah talks about SLP Side Hustles/Side Gigs and answers questions like: How long does it take to make money once you get a side gig? What are some side gigs SLPs do? How much money did you make on TPT? How do I know if I might be ready to start a business on the side? Key Ideas 0:00 Why should I start a side business? 02:19 How can an SLP choose what to do for a side hustle? 02:57 What tools/knowledge do you need to start selling on TPT? 03:47 Why did I choose TPT? 05:11 5...
Mar 23, 2022•17 min
TW: Brief mentions of death, suicide, and loss Key Topics 0:00 Topic & Intro 1:24 Ambiguous Loss 12:09 What can I do for someone experiencing grief? 14:07 About Rumination In this episode, the cohosts share more about ambiguous loss, and how to tell if you are experiencing it. They also cover 5 ways to help loved ones who are grieving, and what “ruminating” looks like and some self-care questions to ask yourself when you are stuck in a negative thought loop. For full show notes, visit: www.s...
Mar 17, 2022•21 min
In this episode, the cohosts define pandemic rage as well as 10 implications for SLPs. Time Stamps 0:00 Intro & Sponsored By 2:05 What’s new with us? 4:40 Pandemic Rage - are people meaner right now? 20:45 Self Care Challenge - 5 Acts of Kindness 21:57 Easy Lesson - Movement Ideas 23:53 Recap Do you want us to speak at your workplace? www.slphappyhour.com/speaking Early Speech Sounds Boom Deck Bundle https://bit.ly/3pk1lo1 For Full Show Notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/118...
Mar 10, 2022•27 min
In this episode, Sarah shares her travel experience to Florida (during the Omicron surge, unfortunately) and what she learned about AAC at the 2022 ATIA conference. The first part of this episode is a chatty account of the travel experience, so if you just want the tips, skip ahead to 18:34. Full Show Notes: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/117 Time Stamps 0:00 Introduction 2:57 Why AAC? Why now? (Sarah’s work transition) 7:11 Pandemic Travel 18:34 What I Learned at ATIA 32:39 Wrap Up Key Takeawa...
Mar 03, 2022•35 min
In this interview episode, Sarah Gregory shares all about school age AAC - including how to write goals, how to get team buy in and what makes for successful intervention sessions. For full show notes visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/117 Time Stamps 0:00 Introduction 5:00 Impostor Syndrome and AAC 6:42 Lightning Round 12:57 School Age AAC - Where do you start? 15:39 Getting buy in from the team (parents, families, teachers) 19:41 Common classroom challenges for AAC 31:00 How does my studen...
Feb 24, 2022•1 hr 1 min
In this interview episode, SLP Rachel Madel shares tips for school-age AAC users. Time Stamps 0:00 Introduction and Lighting Round 10:47 How did you get interested in AAC? 15:07 Case Study (2nd Grader Conner) 28:11 How do we do a high tech AAC assessment? Where do we start? What resources can we access to do this AAC eval? 32:32 How do you judge success in an AAC trial? How do we know if what we are trialing is working? What are we looking for? 41:58 Defining “robust AAC,” and giving examples of...
Feb 16, 2022•1 hr 10 min
For full show notes: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/114 In this solo episode, Sarah shares dos and don’ts for AAC intervention with emerging communicators. Apraxia Bundle: https://bit.ly/3o1RbZp Key Points: Do extend interactions Do practice joint problem solving Do practice playful obstruction Don’t model words you choose before a session starts (instead, follow the child’s lead) Don’t hide/mask too many of the words (make sure there are plenty of words to choose from - in most cases) Don’t ju...
Jan 27, 2022•17 min
In this interview episode, Sarah talks to Tanna Neufeld SLP & AAC Coach about an early communicator case study. Key Topics 00:00:00 Intro 00:02:36 Interview Begins 00:06:18 Case Study - Luke 00:22:57 Joint Problem Solving Examples 00:30:37 Core versus Fringe 00:33:41 Varying the routines when a child has one preferred routine/toy 00:37:28 Goals for Emerging Communicators 00:49:28 Students who aren’t attending to AAC models Reflection Questions: How can you let go of control and follow the ch...
Jan 20, 2022•1 hr 12 min
This episode is an interview with Tanna Neufeld, SLP, University of Washington Professor, and AAC Consultant. This episode focuses on intervention sessions for emerging communicators. For full show notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/112 Do you want more from SLP Happy Hour? Sign up for occasional updates from us including easy lesson ideas at www.slphappyhour.com/newsletter SLP Happy Hour on TPT (no prep lessons and resources): https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Slp-Happy-Hour ...
Jan 13, 2022•1 hr 10 min
For full show notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/111 Key Topics 0:00 Introduction 2:01 What to Expect on the Podcast in 2022 3:51 Work and Job Updates for the Cohosts (including celebrations and challenges) 17:03 End of Year Reflections (5 Important Reflection Questions - and our Answers) 23:01 Recap End-of-Year Questions: What is something that disappointed you and something that surprised you in 2021? What is something that has changed for you in the past year? What goals do you hav...
Dec 23, 2021•26 min
For Full Show Notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/110 In this solo episode, Sarah shares 5 benefits to setting boundaries, plus some scripts for SLPs looking to set more boundaries at work. Do you want more from SLP Happy Hour? Sign up for occasional updates from us including easy lesson ideas at www.slphappyhour.com/newsletter SLP Happy Hour on TPT (no prep lessons and resources): https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Slp-Happy-Hour...
Dec 15, 2021•8 min
In this episode, the cohosts discuss their week of radical honesty, and the lessons learned in their radical honesty experiment. For full show notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/109 Do you want more from SLP Happy Hour? Sign up for occasional updates from us including easy lesson ideas at www.slphappyhour.com/newsletter For no prep or low prep resources to make your SLP life easier: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Slp-Happy-Hour...
Nov 18, 2021•21 min
In this episode, the cohosts share: - Their changing opinion on anger as an emotion - 5 things you may not know about anger - 6 steps to processing difficult emotions (like anger) - A self care challenge to acknowledge your anger (with steps of how to do so) For full show notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/108 Teachers Pay Store https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Slp-Happy-Hour Trauma Course: www.slphappyhour.com/trauma Review the Podcast: https://apple.co/2PuZc8c...
Nov 11, 2021•30 min
For full show notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/107 In this episode, Sarah shares an essay about cutting a peony to the ground and it’s abundance and growth as it grew back from her brutal pruning job. This is a story about the best case scenario happening, rather than the worst - and the abundance of the peony in her garden. Sometimes we can be disappointed - and sometimes we can be surprised with a gift and savoring the moment. To review the podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://apple...
Nov 04, 2021•8 min
For full show notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/106 In this episode, the cohosts answer pandemic related questions including: What are your stress triggers right now? Are you more patient or impatient during the pandemic? What are some small ways you’ve adjusted to the pandemic (like more frequent self care) and some bigger ways (changing jobs, career) that you’ve made to adjust to the pandemic? The cohosts also share a self care challenge to seek out deep rest and mention the book B...
Oct 28, 2021•21 min
Is our mental health getting worse in the pandemic? The cohosts discuss mental health in 2021 including privilege and mental health, plus thoughts on navigating difficult conversations at a time when we may be struggling at the same time as our loved ones and friends. For full show notes visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/105 Do you want more from SLP Happy Hour? Sign up for occasional updates from us including easy lesson ideas at www.slphappyhour.com/newsletter SLP Happy Hour Teachers Pay ...
Oct 21, 2021•28 min
The SLP Happy Hour Trauma Course: www.slphappyhour.com/trauma SLP TPT Store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Slp-Happy-Hour In this solo episode, Sarah shares - A Plum Tree, A True Story - about a plum tree on her property and what it has taught her about community and connection. For full show notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/104...
Oct 07, 2021•9 min
In this episode, the cohosts answer your questions about pandemic trauma, including: How do you deal with the trauma of losing people you love to Covid and still supporting and helping your students/clients/patients and trying to remain open to them when they are actively NOT taking precautions to protect themselves and others? How do we live and deal with pandemic trauma when the pandemic has no end in sight? What can we practically do to heal from the ongoing pandemic trauma? What can you do a...
Sep 30, 2021•18 min
SLP Happy Hour Trauma Guide: www.slphappyhour.com/traumaguide SLP Happy Hour Student Stress & Trauma Course: www.slphappyhour.com/trauma Teachers Pay Teachers Store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Slp-Happy-Hour Apraxia Unit: https://bit.ly/3o1RbZp Parent Handouts: https://bit.ly/3wIJdFL Do you want more from SLP Happy Hour? Sign up for occasional updates from us including easy lesson ideas at www.slphappyhour.com/newsletter In this Episode, the cohosts discuss: Summer Bucket List...
Sep 20, 2021•31 min
Resources This episode is sponsored by the SLP Happy Hour Trauma Course, open for a limited time: www.slphappyhour.com/trauma Also, check out this big packet of parent handouts: https://bit.ly/3wIJdFL Time Stamps 0-11:00 Fluency Goal Writing 11:01-11:56 Trauma Course Info 11:57-19:52 SLP Wisdom 19:53-27:40 Self Care Challenge & Wrap Up For full show notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/101...
Jul 01, 2021•28 min
This episode covers: - SLP job change guilt - Pros and cons of working in the schools versus in private practice - Our summer bucket lists ...and more Sponsored by: SLP Happy Hour Trauma Course: www.slphappyhour.com/trauma Parent Handout Bundle: https://bit.ly/3wIJdFL
Jun 24, 2021•37 min
