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Speechie Side Up

You’re listening to the Speechie Side Up podcast hosted by author, AAC specialist, and matcha tea lover, Venita Litvack! Every week, you get to hear what other SLPs are doing in the field and how they found their passion. This podcast was created to help YOU stop re-inventing the wheel and start loving your job again!
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Episodes

THROWBACK: The One About Early Developmental Milestones with The Speech Sisters

In this episode, I am joined by Brooke & Bridget, sisters and speech-language pathologists who are passionate about guiding parents with practical tips to integrate speech and language techniques into their everyday routines. Together, they have more than 20 years of combined experience, and have even been featured on Good Morning America! Visit Speechie Side Up to learn more about this episode....

Jun 15, 202241 min

THROWBACK: Supporting Prelinguistic Communication For At-Risk Children & Caregiver Education; Root for The Home Team: Caregiver Coaching & Family Capacity Building in EI

In this episode, I am joined by Mollie Romano, a professor and Assistant Director of the Communication and Early Childhood Research and Practice Center at Florida State University. Her research focuses on caregiver implemented interventions to support the development of infants and toddlers with disabilities and those at risk for delays, professional development approaches for early childhood providers, and interventions that target prelinguistic communication skills. Visit Speechie Side Up to l...

Jun 08, 20221 hr 1 min

Play On: Evidenced-Based Strategies in Early Intervention Treatment [Podcourse]

In this podcourse, I am joined by Cara Tambellini. Cara is an early intervention expert speech-language pathologist. She has over a decade of experience working with young children under the age of three. She holds a master's degree in speech-language pathology from Northwestern University. She is licensed to practice in California and is registered by the College of Speech and Hearing Professionals in British Columbia. In addition, Cara is clinically certified by Speech-Language Audiology Canad...

Jun 01, 20221 hr 2 min

THROWBACK: The One About AAC & Autism with Rachel Madel

Today I am joined by Los Angeles-based speech therapist, parent coach and technology specialist, Rachel Madel. Rachel is dedicated to helping families and speech therapists of children with complex communication needs to communicate functionally throughout their day. Visit Speechie Side Up to learn more about this episode.

May 24, 202241 min

Podcourse: Understanding Autism Through a Neurodiversity-Affirming Lens

In this podcourse, I am joined by Cari Ebert, MS, CCC-SLP. Cari is a pediatric speech-language pathologist in private practice in the Kansas City, Missouri area. She received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Iowa in 1993 and her master’s degree from Southern Illinois University at Carbondale in 1995. Cari is a therapist, consultant, author, and nationally recognized speaker who gets paid to do what she loves most…TALK! She works exclusively with young children, birth to age five, and...

May 18, 20221 hr 4 min

THROWBACK: Making Sense of Neurodiversity and Children’s Sensory Needs [Podcourse]

In this podcourse, I am joined by Jessie Ginsburg, M.A, CCC-SLP. Jessie a Sensory IntegrationⓇ trained speech-language pathologist, creator of ASD from the Inside Out, and founder of Pediatric Therapy Playhouse, a top-rated speech & language clinic in Los Angeles. Through her national publications and talks, and her internationally-acclaimed Inside Out course, Jessie inspires a new way of thinking about the SLP’s role in treating young autistic children. We discuss the topic of sensory needs...

May 11, 202259 min

Podcourse: How to Foster the Socio-Emotional Well-Being of Autistic Clients and Their Families

In this podcourse, I am joined by Rachel Dorsey, a Speech-Language Pathologist, educator, consultant, and autism rights advocate. Through her private practice/consultancy, Rachel Dorsey: Autistic SLP, LLC, she provides therapy sessions and education to parents, professionals, school districts, and organizations through coaching, consultations, in-services, professional developments, and courses on neurodiversity-affirming therapeutic practice. The services she offers as a consultant draw upon he...

May 04, 20221 hr 6 min

144: The One About Getting Your SLPD

In this episode, I am joined by Cheri Dodge Chin, an assistive technology consultant for a public school district in Portland, Oregon. She has a clinical doctorate in speech-language pathology and 20+ years of experience helping children, educators, and families develop speech & language skills. She began her blog, Super Power Speech, in 2008 with the hope of engaging other speech pathologists and passing on ideas and resources. The blog is now recognized as one of the first SLP blogs in the...

Apr 27, 202232 min

THROWBACK: You've Got a Friend in AAC: Supporting Social Interactions with AAC Users [Podcourse]

In this podcourse, I am joined by Michelle Therrien, a professor at Florida State University whose research interests include connection building – supporting social interaction and friendship for individuals who use AAC, bringing researchers and practitioners together to support the use of evidence-based practices in schools and communities, and forming interdisciplinary collaborations to increase participation of individuals who use AAC in their communities. In this episode we discussed import...

Apr 13, 20221 hr 9 min

[Podcourse] Get Set: How To Conduct Dynamic AAC Assessments

In this podcourse, I am joined by Kate McLaughlin, a Speech-Language Pathologist specializing in augmentative communication for children with complex communication needs. She is passionate about supporting children and families on their journey to autonomous communication. She is a certified member of the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association and holds licensure as a speech-language pathologist in the state of Connecticut, USA. Kate is in private practice in Connecticut providing dire...

Apr 06, 202259 minEp. 143

SLP Live: Reframing Behavior Management into Self-Regulation Teaching

In this podcourse, we discussed basic understandings of co-regulation and self-regulation. We also discussed the difference between behaviors and dysregulation or stress behaviors. In addition, we explored various strategies and approaches to co-regulation and how to integrate them into therapy. This episode is part of a digital conference event called SLP Live. Listening to this episode does not automatically guarantee ASHA CEUs. If you want to earn .1 ASHA CEUs, download the playbook, join the...

Feb 21, 20221 hr 3 min

SLP Live: An Overview of Gestalt Language Processing and Natural Language Acquisition

In this podcourse, we discussed gestalt language processing and how to identify a gestalt learner. We discussed the need to identify a gestalt language learner when assessing progress and explored what treatment would look like in relation to natural language acquisition. This episode is part of a digital conference event called SLP Live. Listening to this episode does not automatically guarantee ASHA CEUs. If you want to earn .1 ASHA CEUs, download the playbook, join the Facebook community, and...

Feb 21, 20221 hr 11 min

SLP LIVE: Get Ready! How to Diagnose and Assess Dyslexia

In this podcourse, we identified 3 signs of dyslexia and discussed an SLPs role in the diagnosing process. We looked at 3 areas to assess dyslexia and how to effectively identify which 2 assessments to consider for a dyslexia evaluation. This episode is part of a digital conference event called SLP Live. Listening to this episode does not automatically guarantee ASHA CEUs. If you want to earn .1 ASHA CEUs, download the playbook, join the Facebook community, and grab the other courses materials f...

Feb 21, 20221 hr 4 min

[podcourse] Get Ready: An Overview of Childhood Apraxia of Speech with Dr. Olivia Jensen

In this podcourse I am joined by Dr. Olivia Jensen, a speech pathologist practicing in Tucson, Arizona. Olivia completed her masters and doctorate degree at Northwestern University. She currently practices in home health and private practice environments. In the private practice she treats both pediatrics and adults. This podcourse was first presented during the bAACk to School AAC Challenge on August 17, 2021. We’re releasing it on the podcast this month to celebrate #aacawarenessmonth This web...

Dec 15, 202158 min

138: The One About CAS from a Parent's Perspective

On this episode I am joined by Leslie Lindsay. Leslie is the author and narrator of SPEAKING OF APRAXIA: A Parents' Guide to Childhood Apraxia of Speech, now in its 2nd edition with an audio edition from Penguin Random House (July 2021). Her writing and photography have been featured in various print and online literary journals. Leslie is a former Mayo Clinic child/adolescent psychiatric R.N. and resides in the Chicago area with her family. Her daughter, Kate, now 16, inspired SPEAKING OF APRAX...

Nov 03, 202131 min

All Are Welcome: How To Diversify Your AAC Therapy [Podcourse]

This podcourse was first presented during the bAACk to School AAC Challenge on August 17, 2021. We’re releasing it on the podcast this month to celebrate #aacawarenessmonth This webinar is worth .1 ASHA CEUs! If you want to earn ASHA CEUs for this webinar, please visit https://tasseltogether.com/courses/components-of-successful-aac-consideration-and-implementation/...

Oct 27, 202159 min

Components of Successful AAC Therapy for an Awesome School Year [Podcourse]

This podcourse was first presented during the bAACk to School AAC Challenge on August 17, 2021. We’re releasing it on the podcast this month to celebrate #aacawarenessmonth ! This podcourse discussed 3 ways to know if a strategy is evidence-based and explored several common strategies currently used in augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) therapy. This session also discussed the necessary components to consider for successful AAC implementation to make language learning empowering an...

Oct 20, 20211 hr

[Podcourse] Your First Assignment: Consult an AAC User!

This podcourse was first presented during the bAACk to School AAC Challenge on August 16, 2021. We’re releasing it on the podcast this month to celebrate #aacawarenessmonth ! This podcourse discussed having an AAC user work with Speech-Language Pathologists to bring a new perspective and the impact it could have on the field. This session explored the idea of how consulting with AAC users can be motivating for clients and help them better self-advocate. This webinar is worth .1 ASHA CEUs! If you...

Oct 13, 20211 hr

Podcourse: Must-Have bAACk To School AAC Resources

This podcourse was first presented during the bAACk to School AAC Challenge on August 16, 2021. We’re releasing it on the podcast this month to celebrate #aacawarenessmonth ! This podcourse discussed important factors and strategies while using digital materials during therapy, as well as, how to effectively engage with the augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) user in-person and in teletherapy. This session also explored 2 online resources to support AAC teletherapy. This webinar is ...

Oct 06, 202159 min

133: The One About Private Practice with Jena Castro-Casbon

On this episode I am joined by Jena H. Castro-Casbon, MS, CCC-SLP, a private practice consultant and author who has helped thousands of speech-language pathologists start and grow their own private practices through her company, The Independent Clinician. She has written articles for The ASHA Leader and was an invited presenter at ASHA Connect (2017). Jena also teaches and serves as Clinical Instructor at Emerson College in Boston, MA. You'll find her online in the SLP Private Practice Beginners...

Sep 29, 202146 min

132: The One About Parent Coaching & Accent Modification

On this episode I am joined by Meera Raval Deters, a board certified SLP , Telepractice Specialist, Advanced Certified Autism Specialist, and Specialist in Child Language through ASHA. Meera is also the owner of Super Speech Solutions, a concierge private practice that provides online Speech Therapy to Texans. She helps children and adults improve their speech and language skills so that they can communicate better. She has worked in a variety of settings including hospitals, skilled nursing fac...

Sep 22, 202123 min

131: The One About Using Mindfulness in Therapy with Rachel Musial

The mindfulness movement is gaining a lot of traction lately. What is the science behind it and how can you incorporate the principles in therapy? Rachel Musial joins me today to take a deep dive into this topic. Join the SSU Crew! https://bit.ly/joinssucrew To learn more about how PresenceLearning is partnering with the Tassel network visit: https://www.presencelearning.com/tassel-together-presencelearning/...

Sep 15, 202158 min

Making Sense of Neurodiversity and Children's Sensory Needs [Podcourse]

This session discussed the topic of sensory needs in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and how to implement sensory regulation into therapy sessions to best serve the child. This session also explored how to identify sensory differences in your students and how to target sensory regulation despite limited resources. Therapists get 1 hour of CE credit for $5 for this podcourse: https://tasseltogether.com/courses/making-sense-of-neurodiversity-and-childrens-sensory-needs/...

Jul 28, 202159 min

Peace of Mind: Using Mindfulness to Prevent Burnout for SLPs [Podcourse]

This episode discussed the topic of mindfulness and how it can be used both in speech sessions, as well as, with clinicians. This session also explored how to prevent burnout in a clinical or school setting and the importance of setting boundaries in the workplace to succeed in the field. Therapists get 1 hour of CE credit for $5 for this podcourse: https://tasseltogether.com/courses/peace-of-mind-mindfulness-and-preventing-burnout-for-slps/...

Jul 05, 20211 hr 4 min

Read Between the Lines: Understanding & Treating Dyslexia [Podcourse]

This episode is available for CEUs! Visit www.tasseltogether.com to learn how! In this podcourse I am joined by Lauren Kline, a speech-language pathologist and private practice owner in Colorado. Lauren specializes in dyslexia and is certified in the Orton-Gillingham approach, which is program to teach literacy to individuals with dyslexia. In February 2020, Lauren went from service provider to being a parent of a child with a brain condition. This diagnosis and experience, during COVID nonethel...

May 28, 20211 hr 1 min

Podcourse: Stop, Co-Regulate, & Listen!

This episode is available for ASHA CEUs! Visit www.tasseltogether.com to learn how! In this podcourse I am joined again by Danielle Kent. Danielle is a multi-passionate private practice SLP, dedicated towards equipping and empowering parents and professionals to teach social communication and play tools from a Neurodiversity and Inclusion Focused lens. Each experience has led her to this current path of encouraging individuals/teams to pursue alignment, more fulfilled connections, and having mor...

May 05, 20211 hr 2 min

126: The One About Maximizing Your CF Experience

On this episode I am joined by Shelby, a pediatric Speech Language Pathologist from New Jersey. She works at a clinic with children 1-6 years and at a school providing services to grades K-10. She recently received her CCCs in August 2020 and is here to talk about what has helped her navigate this world of Speech Language Pathology! www.tasseltogether.com

Apr 14, 202144 min

125: The One About Running a SLP Side Hustle

On this episode I am joined by my friend, Nicole Umana, who also happens to be the ASHA continuing education administrator for Tassel. Tassel is the organization that provides ASHA CEUs for some of the episodes on this podcast. Nicole is an SLP-A with a thriving side business called Creative Collaborations. I’ve had the pleasure of working with Nicole for over a year now and I asked her to come on to share how she balances therapy with her creative outlets. She is a graphic designer, social medi...

Apr 07, 202132 min

124: The One About Resume Trends and Interview Techniques

On this episode I am joined by Demi Fritz, SLP and owner of SLP Resume. SLP Resume provides a service that incorporates clinical practice and terminology into an effective resume. It was developed through interviews with graduate administrators and employers to learn what makes resumes stand out. Demi is on today to share the latest resume trends to create the perfect SLP Resume for you!

Mar 31, 202127 min

123: The One About Incorporating Sensory Play in Therapy

On this episode, I am joined by Hinda Rubin, SLP and creator of Claynguage. Claynguage (clay +language) provides a way to integrate clinical expertise with clay. The program stimulates children’s interest and is, importantly, curriculum based.

Mar 24, 202127 min
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