In this episode, I am joined by Melanie Evans from Pediatric Speech Sisters. Melanie shares insights on cultural diversity, inclusion, and the importance of cultural competemility in the field of Speech-Language Pathology (SLP). The conversation covers defining cultural competemility, ethical considerations according to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), and practical ways to implement cultural competemility in supervision and speech pathology practice. Register here to e...
Apr 17, 2024•40 min
In this episode, I am joined by Melanie Evans from Pediatric Speech Sisters. Melanie shares insights on cultural diversity, inclusion, and the importance of cultural competemility in the field of Speech-Language Pathology (SLP). The conversation covers defining cultural competemility, ethical considerations according to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), and practical ways to implement cultural competemility in supervision and speech pathology practice. Register here to ear...
Apr 10, 2024•32 min
In this episode, I am joined by Carly Dorfman, M.S., CCC-SLP, Owner of KIDnection, and Lead Speech Language Pathologist and Parent Educator. She is a licensed, certified, and credentialed pediatric speech-language pathologist with over 10 years of experience treating children of all developmental levels. Her specialty is in a child and family centered approach using evidence-based best practices to improve speech, receptive & expressive language, fluency, and oral motor skills. She earned he...
Apr 03, 2024•29 min
In this episode, I am joined by Tracy Bond. Tracy is an SLP and CEO, as well as, a wife, mom of 3 girls and grandmother ("Mam") to a 7 year old granddaughter. She received her undergraduate degree in Speech and Hearing Sciences from the University of South Alabama and her graduate degree in SLP from the University of Tennessee-Knoxville. She also obtained her Ed.S in Instructional Technology from the University of West Georgia. Tracy has been an SLP since 1993. She has three pediatric multidisci...
Mar 13, 2024•30 min
In this episode, I am joined by Jamie Giannino, a Speech Language Pathologist and owner of Wordwise Speech Therapy, a boutique private practice specializing in early language, parent training, school age language, and speech sound disorders. Wordwise Speech recently branched off to include a nonprofit charity, Wordwise Speech Foundation wherein Jamie donates time, therapeutic intervention, and scholarship funds to families that demonstrate economic hardship. Telepractice is just one of the many ...
Mar 06, 2024•36 min
In this episode, I am joined by Hannah Davis (she/her). Hannah is an ASHA certified clinically competent speech language pathologist, licensed and practicing in the state of Virginia. She works full time in a public elementary school, and owns her own private practice, Dominion Speech Services, LLC. Hannah has practiced for 6 years, and has experience in a variety of settings. When not in the speech world, Hannah is an avid reader, beach goer, and supporter of all and small LGBTQIA+ businesses. ...
Feb 28, 2024•25 min
In this episode, I am joined by Kate Kurzhal, a certified and licensed Speech-Language Pathologist serving the South Bend, IN area. She is the sole owner and operator of Therapeutic Interventions & Solutions, LLC. Her interest in the field began as a young adult while helping her Dad run "Learn to Skate" clinics where several children and their families with varying disorders learned how to ice-skate. She recalls one parent saying, "watching my son's smile out there is all I really want." wh...
Feb 21, 2024•29 min
In this episode, I am joined by Anne Page MS, CCC-SLP . Anne is an ASHA certified speech language pathologist with a Master of Science degree in Speech Language Pathology from Nova Southeastern University. She is an award-winning blogger and international speaker. She has worked as a speech therapist for a Title I school for the past 11 years. She is currently the Assistive Technology Lead serving 19 schools in Phoenix. Anne is passionate about AAC. She loves the challenge of finding the best co...
Feb 14, 2024•22 min
In this episode, I gave an overview of the top six AAC applications and how to get access to them. I discussed some features of Lamp Words for Life, Touch Chat HD, Tobii Dynabox Snap or TV Snap, Go Talk Now, Proloquo2Go, Cough Drop, and how to obtain trial devices.
Jan 31, 2024•56 min
In this episode, I am joined by Kimberly Tice, MS, CCC-SLP, as we discussed 10 different strategies or tips to get an entire team to use the child's device. Kim provides intervention in language, learning, literacy and feeding to people with autism spectrum disorder as a speech-language pathologist and certified special educator. She is an affiliate of ASHA Special Interest Groups 1, Language Learning and Education; and 12, Augmentative and Alternative Communication. She is also my co-author in ...
Jan 26, 2024•28 min
In this episode, I am joined by Kimberly Tice, MS, CCC-SLP. Kim provides intervention in language, learning, literacy and feeding to people with autism spectrum disorder as a speech-language pathologist and certified special educator. She is an affiliate of ASHA Special Interest Groups 1, Language Learning and Education; and 12, Augmentative and Alternative Communication. She is also my co-author in the “ Lou Knows What to Do ” book series. Kim loves helping anyone find their voice and her love ...
Jan 21, 2024•37 min
This episode is all about creating value-based vision boards! We'll cover 5 tips to make sure your vision board goals are attainable, realistic, and meaningful this year.
Jan 10, 2024•29 min
In this episode, I am joined by Sydney Bridenstine. Sydney founded Olive Branch Speech Therapy, LLC in 2015 as a solo practitioner, and she now leads a team of amazing speech-language pathologists. She grew up in Chattanooga, Tennessee and has been practicing as a pediatric SLP in Nashville since 2009 in the public school and private therapy settings. Sydney earned her undergraduate degree in Communication Disorders from Auburn University and her Master of Arts in Speech-Language Pathology from ...
Jan 09, 2024•26 min
In this episode, I am joined by Emma Lomax, a Speech-Language Pathologist and owner of Communication Kids. Emma graduated from Queen Margaret University with a Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology. She is registered with the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario (CASLPO) as well as with Speech-Language and Audiology Canada (SAC). Emma has experience working with both children and adults in a variety of settings such as schools, client’s homes and hospitals...
Dec 27, 2023•15 min
In this episode, I am joined by Gabriella Garcia, a bilingual pediatric speech-language pathologist based in Miami, FL who is passionate about working with children of all ages and abilities. She is licensed in the state of Florida and holds her Certificate of Competence through the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA). Gaby loves creating fun and meaningful opportunities to build and expand language with little ones learning to communicate with their siblings and family. She exce...
Dec 20, 2023•27 min
In this episode, I am joined by Barbara Coven-Ellis, an ASHA certified speech-language pathologist who is dedicated to helping kids and their families find their way through medically complex and socially isolating feeding and communication challenges. Speech Pathology is a second career for Barbara, who spent over 30 years in the performing arts as an actress and singer before becoming an SLP. She works in rural Washington State and has experience working in both adult acute care and in a hospi...
Dec 13, 2023•25 min
In this episode, I am joined by Marsha Pinto, a speech therapist that works for San Jose Unified School District in Northern California. She primarily works with autistic students, followed by selective mutism and apraxia. She has appeared multiple times on NBC news advising on pediatric speech development. She has also spoken at various conferences on the topic of introverted SLPs. Visit Speechie Side Up to learn more about this episode.
Dec 06, 2023•14 min
In this episode, I am joined by Rachel Zukose at the ASHA Convention. Rachel Zukose, MA, CCC-SLP, TSSLD, is an ASHA certified and New York State licensed Speech Language Pathologist in the Hudson Valley who assesses and treats a diverse range of communication disorders. Rachel has experience with assessment and treatment with both pediatric and adult patients within a variety of areas including: articulation, language, feeding, voice, fluency, cognitive communication, social communication, alter...
Nov 29, 2023•23 min
In this episode, I am joined by Angelyn Franks in the Tassel booth at the latest ASHA Convention. Angelyn is an ASHA-certified Speech-Language Pathologist for over 13 years and is dedicated to helping others find their voice and communicate with confidence. Her goal is to have big conversations to help reframe our beliefs about stress, explore practical strategies, & support one another on a journey towards greater well-being, resilience, and balance.
Nov 22, 2023•26 min
In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Bryanna Molina, a pediatric speech-language pathologist with 8 years of experience in the public schools in New York and Florida. She now works at a private practice in Miami and is also an adjunct professor at Nova Southeastern University, teaching Phonetics to undergraduate students. Her interests include speech sound disorders, swallowing and feeding, autism, and cultural humility. Visit Speechie Side Up to learn more about this episode.
Nov 15, 2023•31 min
In this episode, I am joined by Amy Prince and Amber Ladd. Amy and Amber are Speech-Language Pathologists with over 31 combined years of experience. They are extremely passionate about working with children, and integrating behavioral techniques in speech therapy. Amy and Amber are the co-owners of The TALK Team, a pediatric speech therapy clinic located in Fresno, CA. They each received their Masters of Arts in Communicative Disorders and Deaf Studies, with an emphasis in speech-language pathol...
Nov 08, 2023•34 min
In this episode, I am joined by Megan Peveto, a Speech Language Pathologist and the woman behind SLP Next Door. Following a series of life events, she found herself in the home-health world where she has spent the last 4 years doing a lot of trial and error and tons of research when it comes to serving this population. Megan has been in the speech therapy field for over 10 years. She worked as an SLPA in a clinic between undergrad and grad school and after graduating with her Master's degree, wo...
Nov 01, 2023•35 min
In this episode, I am joined by Michele Rothstein, a school-based Speech Language Pathologist working full-time in an elementary school for students K-6 while running SLP Madness. Michele serves as a coach for school-based SLPs to help them meet the ever-growing demands of their caseload while meeting the needs of their students. Michele strives to provide high quality treatment based on the strong connections she has with her students and their families. She believes that therapy success stems ...
Oct 25, 2023•33 min
In this episode, I am joined by Gina Sanfelippo, an ASHA certified Speech Language Pathologist and the owner and founder of Bee’s Knees Speech Therapy based in Milwaukee, WI. Gina is a former high school SLP currently making the jump into private practice. She has experience supporting a variety of populations and age groups by working in both educational and healthcare settings. Some current areas that she serves include assistive technology and communication (AAC), stuttering, articulation, ex...
Oct 18, 2023•23 min
In this episode, I am joined by Kim Lewis, M.Ed.,CCC-SLP, a certified Speech Language Pathologist and owner of Activity Taylor, a private pediatric practice based in Greensboro, NC. Kim works with toddlers, preschoolers and early elementary-aged children and their families. Kim is a frequent contributor to the ASHA Leader magazine and has also appeared in Advance for Speech-Language Pathologists. She has presented a Learning Lab at ASHA and sessions at state conventions including North Carolina,...
Oct 11, 2023•19 min
In this episode, I am joined by Maggie McGarvie, M.A., CCC-SLP, an ASHA certified and NY State licensed Speech-Language Pathologist and owner of Compass Pediatric Therapy. Maggie is passionate about helping families connect with their children since she works full time in the school system and has seen the gaps between home and school life over her 14-year-career. She is dedicated to helping reduce stress and increasing harmony in the home environment and aims to guide in improving communication...
Oct 04, 2023•17 min
In this episode, I am joined by Sara MacIntyre, M.A.,CCC-SLP. Sara is the director of YouSpeak, a private practice in Philadelphia, where she works with individuals of all ages who stutter. Sara earned her Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Pittsburgh in 2013 and holds a Bachelor’s in Finance from Lehigh University in 2009. In addition, Sara is the Director of Programs for Stuttering Foundation where she hosts both the Stuttering Foundation Podcast as well as a monthly ...
Sep 27, 2023•44 min
In this episode, I am joined by Stacey Richey, a public school-based SLP for over 11 years. Stacey loves incorporating books and themes into her therapy because it makes therapy planning a breeze! As a CF, she started with 92 students on her caseload ranging from preschool through 6th grades, so she really does know how challenging it can be when you have huge caseloads and mixed groups. Stacey personally owns almost 1000 children's books, and is extremely passionate about sharing her love of bo...
Sep 20, 2023•35 min
In this episode, I am joined by Farwa Husain, an experienced bilingual speech language pathologist and private practice owner of One-on-One Speech Therapy located in Raritan, New Jersey. Farwa is currently serving as President of Morris County Speech and Hearing Association (MCSHA), a non-profit organization that provides exceptional continuing education to SLPs and Audiologists in New Jersey. Farwa takes a holistic, sensory driven, play based approach to help individuals unlock their optimal le...
Sep 13, 2023•20 min
In this episode, I am joined by Hannah Foley, an Assistive Technology (AT) Professional Specializing in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC). This episode is part of AAC Connect. AAC Connect is an online event where we’ll bring together professionals and individuals with first-person experience in Augmentative and Alternative Communication(AAC) to discuss the latest research, assessment tools, and treatment strategies. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from top professionals in th...
Aug 28, 2023•27 min
