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In today's episode of Psych Talk I chat with Dr. Heather Taylor, PsyD, licensed psychologist specializing in grief. Dr. Heather first discusses her journey to specializing in grief. She then discusses the various ways in which grief can impact us and the spectrum of grief. Dr. Heather discusses the dual processing model, as well as tasks of mourning and processing art, which she utilizes in therapy to help her clients. We then discuss non-death grief and compounding losses. Dr. Heather ends by offering words of encouragement and advice for anyone who is currently going through grief. Connect with Dr. Heather: IG: @therapy.with.hlt Email: hello@griefisthenewnormal.com Podcast: Grief is the New Normal Website: https://griefisthenewnormal.com/ Resources: Worden's Tasks of Mourning Connect with Me: Follow me on IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@jessicaleighphd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow the podcast on IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@psych.talk.podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow me on TikTok ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@jessicaleighphd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Follow me on Threads @jessicaleighphd ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Welcome to Group Therapy Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Join my Facebook community: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grow Through What You Go Through⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Ways to Work With Me: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mind Over Matter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LGBTQ+ Affirming Masterclass⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Be a guest on my podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Resources: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Anti-Racism Resources⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LGBTQ+ Affirming Resources⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Helping Professional's Guide to Boundary Setting⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Intro/Outro Music ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Life of Riley⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ by Kevin MacLeod ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Music License⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Get .1 ASHA CEU: https://courses.slpnerdcast.com/courses/podcast-quiz-foundational-knowledge-in-adult-dysphagia-abje0044Episode SummaryDɪsfeʒə? Dɪsfɑʒə? Təmeto, təmɑto? That is one of the many questions tackled in this week's episode with Dr. Lindsey Griffin, a leading professional in the field of adult dysphagia and assistant professor at Emerson College in Boston. For those of you not practicing in the field of swallowing, this episode will certainly ring some grad school bells as Dr. Griffin walks us through some swallowing bascs that include a refresher on the phases of swallowing and some tried and true strategies to support individuals with swallowing challenges (You guys remember the good ol' chin tuck, right?). Working in this area of our field already? You'll enjoy some powerful discussions on evidence-based, person-centered decision-making in dysphagia practice amongst several remaining resource and research limitations. Listen in and learn about the difference between restorative exercises and compensatory strategies, the why and how of tailoring intervention techniques to an individual's physiological impairments, and the role of technology in dysphagia care. You will no doubt find yourself following along with the maneuvers discussed, just make sure to swallow your coffee first!So, grab a plate of “minced and moist” snack foods and cozy up with Kate, Amy and Dr. Griffin for some nerdy swallow chat! You can learn more about Dr. Griffin here.Summary Written by Tanna Neufeld, MS, CCC-SLP, Contributing EditorLearning Outcomes1. Describe the difference between restorative exercises and compensatory strategies 2. Relate three restorative treatment techniques to the targeted physiological impairment3. Identify two devices used in dysphagia rehabilitationReferencesBhutada, Ankita M., et al. “Factors Influencing Initiation of Pharyngeal Swallow in Healthy Adults.” American Journal of Speech-Language Pathology, vol. 29, no. 4, 2020, pp. 1956–1964., doi:10.1044/2020_ajslp-20-00027.Humbert, Ianessa A., et al. “Swallowing Kinematic Differences Across Frozen, Mixed, and Ultrathin Liquid Boluses in Healthy Adults: Age, Sex, and Normal Variability.” Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research, vol. 61, no. 7, 2018, pp. 1544–1559., doi:10.1044/2018_jslhr-s-17-0417.Martin-Harris, Bonnie, et al. “MBS Measurement Tool for Swallow Impairment—MBSImp: Establishing a Standard.” Dysphagia, vol. 23, no. 4, 2008, pp. 392–405., doi:10.1007/s00455-008-9185-9.Valenzano, Teresa J., et al. “Respiratory–Swallow Coordination in Healthy Adults During Drinking of Thin to Extremely Thick Liquids: A Research Note.” Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research, vol. 63, no. 3, 2020, pp. 702–709., doi:10.1044/2019_jslhr-19-00163.OTHER REFERENCE ON LAPTOPOnline Resources:IOPI: https://iopimedical.comEMST (Expiratory Muscle Strength Training): https://emst150.com/IDSI (International Dysphagia Diet Standardization Initiative): https://iddsi.org/ Disclosures:Lindsay Griffin Financial Disclosures: Lindsay is an employee of Emerson College. Non-financial: Lindsay is a member of ASHA SIG 13 and the Dysphagia Research SocietyKate Grandbois financial disclosures: Kate is the owner / founder of Grandbois Therapy + Consulting, LLC and co-founder of SLP Nerdcast. Kate Grandbois non-financial disclosures: Kate is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children. She is also a member of the Berkshire Association for Behavior Analysis and Therapy (BABAT), MassABA, the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) and the corresponding Speech Pathology and Applied Behavior Analysis SIG. Amy Wonkka financial disclosures: Amy is an employee of a public school system and co-founder for SLP Nerdcast. Amy Wonkka non-financial disclosures: Amy is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children. Time Ordered Agenda:10 minutes: Introduction, Disclaimers and Disclosures20 minutes: Descriptions of the difference between restorative exercises and compensatory strategies 15 minutes: Descriptions of restorative treatment techniques to the targeted physiological impairment 10 minutes: Descriptions of devices used in dysphagia rehabilitation 5 minutes: Summary and ClosingDisclaimerThe contents of this episode are not meant to replace clinical advice. SLP Nerdcast, its hosts and guests do not represent or endorse specific products or procedures mentioned during our episodes unless otherwise stated. We are NOT PhDs, but we do research our material. We do our best to provide a thorough review and fair representation of each topic that we tackle. That being said, it is always likely that there is an article we've missed, or another perspective that isn't shared. If you have something to add to the conversation, please email us! Wed love to hear from you!__SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA continuing education credits, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! You can find our complaint policy here. You can also:Follow us on instagramFollow us on facebookWe are thrilled to be listed in the Top 25 SLP Podcasts!Thank you FeedSpot!

Get .1 ASHA CEU hereEpisode SummaryEver feel under-equipped to deal with the counseling demands that often pop up in your daily SLP work? You're not alone! So much of what we do as SLP's is “grief work” and many of us find ourselves in over our heads at times with the counseling needs of our clients or students and their families. This week, Kate and Amy capitalize on their “forced friendship” with Beverly Montgomery of Lex Communicate to talk about the power of alliances with mental health professionals in addressing the holistic needs of individuals with communication differences and the caregivers who support them. Beverly discusses how mental health needs touch each case we serve and offers actionable suggestions for how Interprofessional Education (IPE) and Interprofessional Practice (IPP) can help us go beyond due diligence and realize better outcomes for those we serve. Tune in to explore which mental health professionals may be unexpected allies and obtain some simple strategies to help you manage these powerful relationships when scopes of practice overlap. Our clients and students are so complex, you may often feel that you “have a flashlight when you need a flood light” to recognize all of the facets that compose client and family needs. Beverly's approach to interdisciplinary practice Illuminates the complexities of your toughest cases. If you find “other stuff” getting in the way of therapeutic progress for your clients or students, this is the episode for you.Learning OutcomesState the purpose(s) and benefit(s) of interprofessional collaborationDefine Interprofessional Education (IPE) and Interprofessional Practice (IPP)Describe a decision-making process for when and how to make mental health referralsIdentify a variety of collaborative partners both within and outside their organizationReferencesAmerican Speech-Language-Hearing Association. (2010). Roles and responsibilities of speech-language pathologists in schools [Professional Issues Statement]. Available from www.asha.org/policy. Dobbs-Oates, J., & Wachter Morris, C. (2016). The case for interprofessional education in teacher education and beyond. Journal of Education for Teaching, 42(1), 50–65. https://doi.org/10.1080/02607476.2015.1131363 Elleseff, T. (2014). Creating Successful Team Collaboration: Behavior Management in the Schools. Perspectives on School-Based Issues, 15(1), 38–44.https://doi.org/10.1044/sbi15.1.38. Erickson, K. A. (2017). Comprehensive Literacy Instruction, Interprofessional Collaborative Practice, and Students with Severe Disabilities. Retrieved March 3, 2020, from https://doi.org/10.1044/2017_AJSLP15-0067 Farber, J. G., & Klein, E. R. (1999). Classroom-based assessment of a collaborative intervention program with kindergarten and first-grade students. Language, Speech, and Hearing Services in Schools, 30, 83- 91. Kent-Walsh, J., & Light, J. (2003). General education teachers' experiences with inclusion of students who use augmentative and alternative communication. Augmentative and Alternative Communication, 19, 104–124. Novak, J.M., & Kapolnek, K.M. (2001). Speech-language pathologists serving clients with mental illness: A collaborative treatment approach. Contemporary Issues in Communication Science and Disorders, 28, 111-122.Pfeiffer, Danika L., Pavelko, S. L., Hahs-Vaughn, D. L., & Dudding, C. C. (2019). A National Survey of Speech-Language Pathologists Engagement in Interprofessional Collaborative Practice in Schools: Identifying Predictive Factors and Barriers to Implementation. Language, Speech, and Hearing Services in Schools, 50(4), 639–655. https://doi.org/10.1044/2019_lshss-18-0100 Roepke, E., Greenwell, T., & Brosseau-Lapré, F. (2019). Service delivery for children with speech sound disorders: Evidence for the Quick Articulation! model. EBP Briefs, 14(2), 1–9. Bloomington, MN: NCS Pearson, Inc. Throneberg, R. N., Calvert, L. K., Sturm, J. J., Paramboukas, A. A., & Paul, P. J. (2000). A Comparison of Service Delivery Models: Effects on Curricular Vocabulary Skills in the School Setting. Retrieved March 21, 2020, from https://doi.org/10.1044/1058-0360.0901.10Online ResourcesWorld Health Organization: Interprofessional Education & PracticeAmerican Speech and Hearing Association: Interprofessional Education and PracticeSpeaker Disclosures:Beverly Montgomery financial disclosures: Beverly is the owner and operator of Lex Communicate. Beverly Montgomery non-financial disclosures: Beverly has family members with diagnoses discussed in the course and has a professional bias towards integrated, collaborative social communication treatment. Kate Grandbois financial disclosures: Kate is the owner / founder of Grandbois Therapy + Consulting, LLC and co-founder of SLP Nerdcast. Kate Grandbois non-financial disclosures: Kate is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children. She is also a member of the Berkshire Association for Behavior Analysis and Therapy (BABAT), MassABA, the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) and the corresponding Speech Pathology and Applied Behavior Analysis SIG. Amy Wonkka financial disclosures: Amy is an employee of a public school system and co-founder for SLP Nerdcast. Amy Wonkka non-financial disclosures: Amy is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children.Course Disclosure - Financial and In-KindFunding for this course was provided by one of our Corporate Sponsors, Vooks.Time Ordered Agenda:15 minutes: Introduction, Disclaimers and Disclosures25 minutes: Descriptions of the purposes and benefits of interprofessional collaboration, interprofessional education, and interprofessional practice15 minutes: Descriptions of the decision-making process for when and how to make mental health referrals10 minutes: Descriptions of a variety of collaborative partners both within and outside their organization5 minutes: Summary and ClosingDisclaimerThe contents of this episode are not meant to replace clinical advice. SLP Nerdcast, its hosts and guests do not represent or endorse specific products or procedures mentioned during our episodes unless otherwise stated. We are NOT PhDs, but we do research our material. We do our best to provide a thorough review and fair representation of each topic that we tackle. That being said, it is always likely that there is an article we've missed, or another perspective that isn't shared. If you have something to add to the conversation, please email us! Wed love to hear from you!__SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA continuing education credits, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! You can find our complaint policy here. You can also:Follow us on instagramFollow us on facebookWe are thrilled to be listed in the Top 25 SLP Podcasts!Thank you FeedSpot!

Tamara Harrison is a counselor based in Seattle, Washington. Her specialty in treating patients lies in OCD, Anxiety, and Body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRB's). She utilizes Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP) in treating patients suffering from OCD, and Habit Reversal Training (HRT) for patients with BFRB's. Tamara takes on  a warm, understanding, & empathetic approach based on proven techniques to treat her patients. In this episode we talk about:  ◾️ Understanding Body-focused repetitive behaviors and its relation to mental health ◾️ Treating BFRB's with Habit Reversal Training ◾️ Identifying whether or not your movements are BFRB's Find Tamara here: Tamara@evergreenstatecounseling.com psychologytoday.com Find Zach here: zachwesterbeck.com @zach_westerbeck This podcast is made possible by NOCD. NOCD offers effective, affordable, and convenient OCD therapy. NOCD therapists are trained in Exposure Response Prevention, or ERP, therapy, the gold standard treatment for OCD. With NOCD, you can do virtual, live face-to-face video sessions with one of their licensed, specialty-trained therapists, and they accept most major insurance plans. If your insurance isn't covered, mention discount code ZACH100 for a special $100 rate for the next two months. To find out more about NOCD, visit zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/ to book a free 15-minute call. Zach Westerbeck is not a licensed medical professional. Zach Westerbeck is not trained in diagnosing psychological or medical conditions. Zach Westerbeck is not a substitute for medical care or medical advice. If you require assistance with any mental health or medical issue, please contact your health care provider for any medical care or medical advice. Zach Westerbeck makes no guarantees of any kind that the information or services provided by Zach Westerbeck will improve the client's situation. This podcast should not be considered medical advice. Please seek professional assistance from a licensed professional. Zach Westerbeck (https://zachwesterbeck.com/virtual-ocd-therapy/) Virtual OCD Therapy - Zach Westerbeck I've partnered with NOCD to bring you effective, affordable and convenient OCD therapy.

Speech Language Pathology: Continuing Education Courses by SLP NerdcastCourse Title: Writing Measurable Goals and Objectives: Working Outside the Percent Correct BoxGet .1 ASHA CEU and view the full course landing page: https://courses.slpnerdcast.com/courses/podcast-quiz-writing-measurable-goals-and-objectives-abje0017Earning Speech-Language Pathology CEUs Online is Simplified with SLP Nerdcast.On SLP Nerdcast you'll find SLP Continuing Education Courses, Masterclasses and Clinical Resources.To learn more about our services visit ▶ https://bit.ly/SLPNERDCASTTo learn more about our membership and save 10% on your first year of membership visit ▶ https://bit.ly/SLPNerdcastMembership use code “YouTubeNerd” to save.References & Resources:Boavida, T., Aguiar, C., McWilliam, R., & Pimentel, J. S.(2010). Quality of Individualized Education Program goals of preschoolers with disabilities. Infants and Young Children, 23, 233–243.Diehm, E. (2017). Writing Measurable and Academically Relevant IEP Goals With 80% Accuracy Over Three Consecutive Trials. Perspectives of the ASHA Special Interest Groups, 2(16), 34-44. doi:10.1044/persp2.sig16.34 https://pubs.asha.org/doi/10.1044/persp2.SIG16.34Goodman, J. F., & Bond, L. (1993). The Individualized Education Program: A retrospective critique. The Journal of Special Education, 26, 408–422.Korsten, J. (2002). Meaningful data: Making sense of + and -. Perspectives on Augmentative and Alternative Communication, 11(3), 10-13 (https://pubs.asha.org/doi/10.1044/aac11.3.10)Olswang, L. B. & Bain, B. (1994). Monitoring children's treatment progress. American Journal of Speech-Language Pathology, 3(3), 55-66Ruble, L., McGrew, J., Dalrymple, N., & Jung, L. (2010). Examining the quality of IEPs for young children with autism. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 40, 1460–1470.Swigert, N. (2014). Patient Outcomes, NOMS, and Goal Writing for Pediatrics and Adults. Perspectives on Swallowing and Swallowing Disorders (Dysphagia), 23(2), 65-71. doi:10.1044/sasd23.2.65Online ResourcesASHA's National Outcomes Measurement System: https://www.asha.org/noms/ASHA's Code of Ethicshttps://www.asha.org/Code-of-Ethics/#:~:text=The%20ASHA%20Code%20of%20Ethics,making%20related%20to%20professional%20conduct.Massachusetts Teachers Association Center for Education, Policy, and Practicehttps://massteacher.org/-/media/massteacher/files/employment-licensure/ed-evaluation/mta-student-learning-guidance.pdf?la=enTricks to Take the Pain Out of Writing Treatment Goalshttps://leader.pubs.asha.org/do/10.1044/tricks-to-take-the-pain-out-of-writing-treatment-goals/full/ASHA Roles and Responsibilities of Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) in Schools DOs and DON'Ts Roles and Responsibilities of SLPs in Schools Working Grouphttps://www.asha.org/uploadedFiles/Roles-Responsibilities-SLP-Schools-DOs-and-DONTs.pdf__SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA continuing education credits, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! You can find our complaint policy here. You can also:Follow us on instagramFollow us on facebookWe are thrilled to be listed in the Top 25 SLP Podcasts! Thank you FeedSpot!

Ironton vs CMHS Basketball Bet 01/02/24

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NOTE: This episode is a rerun of a previously published episode. Get .1 ASHA CEU hereEpisode SummaryDɪsfeʒə? Dɪsfɑʒə? Təmeto, təmɑto? That is one of the many questions tackled in this week's episode with Dr. Lindsey Griffin, a leading professional in the field of adult dysphagia and assistant professor at Emerson College in Boston. For those of you not practicing in the field of swallowing, this episode will certainly ring some grad school bells as Dr. Griffin walks us through some swallowing bascs that include a refresher on the phases of swallowing and some tried and true strategies to support individuals with swallowing challenges (You guys remember the good ol' chin tuck, right?). Working in this area of our field already? You'll enjoy some powerful discussions on evidence-based, person-centered decision-making in dysphagia practice amongst several remaining resource and research limitations. Listen in and learn about the difference between restorative exercises and compensatory strategies, the why and how of tailoring intervention techniques to an individual's physiological impairments, and the role of technology in dysphagia care. You will no doubt find yourself following along with the maneuvers discussed, just make sure to swallow your coffee first!So, grab a plate of “minced and moist” snack foods and cozy up with Kate, Amy and Dr. Griffin for some nerdy swallow chat! You can learn more about Dr. Griffin here.Summary Written by Tanna Neufeld, MS, CCC-SLP, Contributing EditorLearning Outcomes1. Describe the difference between restorative exercises and compensatory strategies 2. Relate three restorative treatment techniques to the targeted physiological impairment3. Identify two devices used in dysphagia rehabilitationReferencesBhutada, Ankita M., et al. “Factors Influencing Initiation of Pharyngeal Swallow in Healthy Adults.” American Journal of Speech-Language Pathology, vol. 29, no. 4, 2020, pp. 1956–1964., doi:10.1044/2020_ajslp-20-00027.Humbert, Ianessa A., et al. “Swallowing Kinematic Differences Across Frozen, Mixed, and Ultrathin Liquid Boluses in Healthy Adults: Age, Sex, and Normal Variability.” Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research, vol. 61, no. 7, 2018, pp. 1544–1559., doi:10.1044/2018_jslhr-s-17-0417.Martin-Harris, Bonnie, et al. “MBS Measurement Tool for Swallow Impairment—MBSImp: Establishing a Standard.” Dysphagia, vol. 23, no. 4, 2008, pp. 392–405., doi:10.1007/s00455-008-9185-9.Valenzano, Teresa J., et al. “Respiratory–Swallow Coordination in Healthy Adults During Drinking of Thin to Extremely Thick Liquids: A Research Note.” Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research, vol. 63, no. 3, 2020, pp. 702–709., doi:10.1044/2019_jslhr-19-00163.OTHER REFERENCE ON LAPTOPOnline Resources:IOPI: https://iopimedical.comEMST (Expiratory Muscle Strength Training): https://emst150.com/IDSI (International Dysphagia Diet Standardization Initiative): https://iddsi.org/ Disclosures:Lindsay Griffin Financial Disclosures: Lindsay is an employee of Emerson College. Non-financial: Lindsay is a member of ASHA SIG 13 and the Dysphagia Research SocietyKate Grandbois financial disclosures: Kate is the owner / founder of Grandbois Therapy + Consulting, LLC and co-founder of SLP Nerdcast. Kate Grandbois non-financial disclosures: Kate is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children. She is also a member of the Berkshire Association for Behavior Analysis and Therapy (BABAT), MassABA, the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) and the corresponding Speech Pathology and Applied Behavior Analysis SIG. Amy Wonkka financial disclosures: Amy is an employee of a public school system and co-founder for SLP Nerdcast. Amy Wonkka non-financial disclosures: Amy is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children. Time Ordered Agenda:10 minutes: Introduction, Disclaimers and Disclosures20 minutes: Descriptions of the difference between restorative exercises and compensatory strategies 15 minutes: Descriptions of restorative treatment techniques to the targeted physiological impairment 10 minutes: Descriptions of devices used in dysphagia rehabilitation 5 minutes: Summary and ClosingDisclaimerThe contents of this episode are not meant to replace clinical advice. SLP Nerdcast, its hosts and guests do not represent or endorse specific products or procedures mentioned during our episodes unless otherwise stated. We are NOT PhDs, but we do research our material. We do our best to provide a thorough review and fair representation of each topic that we tackle. That being said, it is always likely that there is an article we've missed, or another perspective that isn't shared. If you have something to add to the conversation, please email us! Wed love to hear from you!__SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA continuing education credits, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! You can find our complaint policy here. You can also:Follow us on instagramFollow us on facebookWe are thrilled to be listed in the Top 25 SLP Podcasts!Thank you FeedSpot!

NOTE: This episode is a rerun of a previously published episode. Get .1 ASHA CEU hereEpisode Summary:Want to put the fun and functional back into your intervention routine? Then you certainly strolled into the right podcast! In this week's episode, SLP/BCBA Rose Griffin, shares her bag of tricks for supporting older students through leisure-based intervention activities. Learn how to harness the communication power that takes place outside of your therapy room through natural and meaningful leisure activities aimed at improving a wide range of skills and optimizing quality of life for students with complex learning needs. This episode is jam-packed, tackling assessment tools, data collection, community outings, game adaptations, and app ideas, all in the name of generalization and good old fashioned fun! High fives are flying around like crazy as Rose unpacks the value of using everyday materials and hangouts to build life skills that last a lifetime. Are you game? Then pull up a seat and grab your pen, you aren't going to want to miss these game changer!s!You can learn more about Rose here.Learning Outcomes1. Identify 2 assessment tools to use to identify leisure skill needs2. Describe at least 1 data collection method for leisure activities3. List at least 5 modified leisure activities.ReferencesBarbera, M. L. & Rasmussen, T. (2007). The verbal behavior approach: How to teach children with autism and related disorders. London, England: Jessica Kingsley.Brown, L., Branston, M. B., Hamre-Nietupski, S., Pumpian, I., Certo, N., & Gruenewald, L. (1979). A strategy for developing chronological-age-appropriate and functional curricular content for severely handicapped adolescents and young adults. Journal of Special Education, 13, 81–90.Cannella-Malone, H. I., Miller, O., Schaefer, J. M., Jimenez, E. D., Justin Page, E., & Sabielny, L. M. (2016). Using Video Prompting to Teach Leisure Skills to Students With Significant Disabilities. Exceptional Children, 82(4), 463–478. https://doi.org/10.1177/0014402915598778Carlile, K. A., Reeve, S. A., Reeve, K. F., & DeBar, R. M. (2013). Using activity schedules on the iPod touch to teach leisure skills to children with autism. Education & Treatment of Children, 36(2), 33-57. Retrieved from https://search.proquest.com/docview/1391910402? accountid=166077 Copyright ABA SPEECH LLCJerome, J., Frantino, E.P., & Sturmey, P. (2007). The effects of errorless learning and backward chaining on the acquisition of internet skills in adults with developmental disabilities. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 40, 185-189.Koyama, T., & Wang, H., (2011). Use of activity schedule to promote independent performance of individuals with autism and other intellectual disabilities: A review. Research in Developmental Disabilities, 32, 2235-2242.Sundberg, Mark L. (2008) VB-MAPP Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment and Placement Program :a language and social skills assessment program for children with autism or other developmental disabilities : guide Concord, CA : AVB Press.Test, D. W., Aspel, N. P., & Everson, J. M. (2006). Transition methods for youth with disabilities. Upper Saddle River: Pearson Prentice Hall.Volkmar, F. R., & Wiesner, L. A. (2009). A practical guide to autism: What every parent, family member, and teacher needs to know. Hoboken: John Wiley & Sons, Inc.Wehmeyer, M. L., Shogren, K. A., Palmer, S. B., Williams-Diehm, K., Little, T. D., & Boulton, A. (2012). The impact of the self-determined learning model of instruction on student self determination. Exceptional Children, 78(2), 135-153. Retrieved from https://search.proquest.com/docview/ 916923324?accountid=166077Online Resources:Rose Griffin's YouTube Chanel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXRBJBfK_294R58U5bOyvUQHelp Kidz Learn app: https://www.helpkidzlearn.com/appsYogarilla activity by Super Duper: https://www.superduperinc.com/products/view.aspx?pid=otsc8765#.YGoG2hRKigQThe “Grocery Store Game” by ABA Speech by Rose: https://abaspeech.org/2018/07/social-skills-game-for-mixed-groups/?fbclid=IwAR0w2bmmweLVg3a8bPJ0muRQeiZ_s2Er0c3ZoAHGOOnTNla4vjPJjCG4Bf4Disclosures:Rose Griffin Financial Disclosures: Rose is the founder of ABA SPEECH LLC and sells products, therapy services and courses. Rose has no financial relationships to disclose.Kate Grandbois financial disclosures: Kate is the owner / founder of Grandbois Therapy + Consulting, LLC and co-founder of SLP Nerdcast. Kate Grandbois non-financial disclosures: Kate is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children. She is also a member of the Berkshire Association for Behavior Analysis and Therapy (BABAT), MassABA, the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) and the corresponding Speech Pathology and Applied Behavior Analysis SIG. Amy Wonkka financial disclosures: Amy is an employee of a public school system and co-founder for SLP Nerdcast. Amy Wonkka non-financial disclosures: Amy is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children. Time Ordered Agenda:10 minutes: Introduction, Disclaimers and Disclosures20 minutes: Descriptions of the importance of addressing leisure skills and the assessment tools used to identify leisure skills15 minutes: Descriptions of data collection methods for leisure activities10 minutes: Descriptions of different leisure activities and modifications to those leisure activities. 5 minutes: Summary and ClosingDisclaimerThe contents of this episode are not meant to replace clinical advice. SLP Nerdcast, its hosts and guests do not represent or endorse specific products or procedures mentioned during our episodes unless otherwise stated. We are NOT PhDs, but we do research our material. We do our best to provide a thorough review and fair representation of each topic that we tackle. That being said, it is always likely that there is an article we've missed, or another perspective that isn't shared. If you have something to add to the conversation, please email us! Wed love to hear from you!__SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA continuing education credits, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! You can find our complaint policy here. You can also:Follow us on instagramFollow us on facebookWe are thrilled to be listed in the Top 25 SLP Podcasts!Thank you FeedSpot!

NOTE: This episode is a rerun of a previously published episode.Get .1 ASHA CEU hereAs clinicians we are trained to work with our clients, but often do not receive explicit training in counseling, self-care, or other components of the deep, emotional work that comes along with treating communication disorders. In this episode we had the great pleasure of welcoming Dr. David Luterman, professor Emeritus from Emerson College, who has committed his career to educating speech pathologists and audiologists, teaching us how to embrace the emotional realm, create empowering client relationships, and practice self care.For us this conversation felt profound. It's a topic that we have revisited throughout our careers and continues to evolve and change based on where we are in our lives and our ever changing professional experiences. We hope you walk away from this conversation with as much to think about and process as we did.This episode is offered for 1 ASHA CMH (equal to .1 ASHA CEU). If you have questions about CEUs or how this works, please see our How It Works or ASHA Professional Development pages.Learning OutcomesIdentify and define at least two features of successful counselingIdentify at least two common mistakes made by clinicians that are barriers to an effective counseling relationshipIdentify and describe the importance of support groupsReferencesHolland, A. L., & Nelson, R. L. (2018). Counseling in Communication Disorders: A Wellness Perspective 2nd Edition (3rd ed.). Plural Publishing, Incorporated.You can find additional writings by Dr. Luterman on the Emerson College website: https://www2.emerson.edu/faculty-guide/profiles?faculty_id=13&filter=FDisclosures:Financial: Dr. Luterman is professor Emeritus at Emerson College. Kate Grandbois is the owner / founder of Grandbois Therapy + Consulting, LLC and co-founder of SLP Nerdcast. Amy Wonkka is an employee of a public school system and co-founder of SLP Nerdcast.Non-financial: Dr. Luterman is a certified member of ASHA and an audiologist. He is also the author of numerous books on counseling (listed above.)Kate and Amy are both members of ASHA, SIG 12, and both serve on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children. Kate is a member of the Berkshire Association for Behavior Analysis and Therapy (BABAT), MassABA, the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) and the corresponding Speech Pathology and Applied Behavior Analysis SIG.Time Ordered Agenda:10 minutes: Introduction, Disclaimers and Disclosures20 minutes: Descriptions of the definition of counseling and the different features of a successful counseling relationship15 minutes: Descriptions of common mistakes often made by clinicians10 minutes: Descriptions of the importance of social skills groups5 minutes: Summary and ClosingDisclaimerThe contents of this episode are not meant to replace clinical advice. SLP Nerdcast, its hosts and guests do not represent or endorse specific products or procedures mentioned during our episodes unless otherwise stated. We are NOT PhDs, but we do research our material. We do our best to provide a thorough review and fair representation of each topic that we tackle. That being said, it is always likely that there is an article we've missed, or another perspective that isn't shared. If you have something to add to the conversation, please email us! Wed love to hear from you!__SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA continuing education credits, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! You can find our complaint policy here. You can also:Follow us on instagramFollow us on facebookWe are thrilled to be listed in the Top 25 SLP Podcasts!Thank you FeedSpot!

This episode is a rerun of a previous episode originally published in February, 2021_____Get .1 ASHA CEU hereThis topic is a frequent flyer in our listener questions inbox. Apraxia? Severe phonological disorder? Articulation disorder? What's the difference? Does it even matter? Turns out, there are some pretty big differences between these diagnostic categories, and it is important to understand what is going on in order to help your client to the best of your ability. Enter our conversation with Mike Bright. His experience in this area is extensive - and includes recognition from Apraxia Kids for Advanced Training and Expertise in Childhood Apraxia of Speech. Fortunately for us, and our listeners, Mike was generous enough to sit down with us and talk about one really important piece of this bigger conversation: Differential diagnosis. Listen in and learn just what differential diagnosis is, why it is important, and specific components that should be included in an assessment when childhood apraxia of speech is a possibility.We had a great time learning from Mike, and we think you will too! You can learn more about Mike here.Learning Outcomes1. Describe one reason why differential diagnosis is challenging.2. Describe one reason why differential diagnosis is critical in providing appropriate intervention.3. Identify four components of an in-depth speech evaluation when childhood apraxia of speech is a possibility.ReferencesOverby, M., & Caspari, S. S. (2015). Volubility, consonant, and syllable characteristics in infants and toddlers later diagnosed with childhood apraxia of speech: A pilot study. Journal of Communication Disorders, 55, 44-62. doi:10.1016/j.jcomdis.2015.04.001Disclosures:Mike Bright Financial Disclosures: Mike is the owner of Bright Speech and Language, LLC. Mike Bright Non-financial: "Recognized by Apraxia Kids for Advanced Training and Expertise in Childhood Apraxia of Speech"Kate Grandbois financial disclosures: Kate is the owner / founder of Grandbois Therapy + Consulting, LLC and co-founder of SLP Nerdcast. Kate Grandbois non-financial disclosures: Kate is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children. She is also a member of the Berkshire Association for Behavior Analysis and Therapy (BABAT), MassABA, the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) and the corresponding Speech Pathology and Applied Behavior Analysis SIG. Amy Wonkka financial disclosures: Amy is an employee of a public school system and co-founder for SLP Nerdcast. Amy Wonkka non-financial disclosures: Amy is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children. Time Ordered Agenda:10 minutes: Introduction, Disclaimers and Disclosures20 minutes: Descriptions of the challenges of differential diagnosis15 minutes: Descriptions of why differential diagnosis is critical in providing appropriate intervention10 minutes: Descriptions of components of an in-depth speech evaluation when childhood apraxia of speech is a possibility.5 minutes: Summary and ClosingDisclaimerThe contents of this episode are not meant to replace clinical advice. SLP Nerdcast, its hosts and guests do not represent or endorse specific products or procedures mentioned during our episodes unless otherwise stated. We are NOT PhDs, but we do research our material. We do our best to provide a thorough review and fair representation of each topic that we tackle. That being said, it is always likely that there is an article we've missed, or another perspective that isn't shared. If you have something to add to the conversation, please email us! Wed love to hear from you!__SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA continuing education credits, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! You can find our complaint policy here. You can also:Follow us on instagramFollow us on facebookWe are thrilled to be listed in the Top 25 SLP Podcasts!Thank you FeedSpot!

This episode is a rerun of a previous episode originally published on January 31st, 2021. Get .1 ASHA CEU hereEmbracing parents as communication partners is critical for our clients for a variety of reasons. Parents are primary communication partners for their children, and can play significant roles in acquisition and generalization of communication skills. And it comes as no surprise that since parents are unique communication partners, parent training comes with a unique set of challenges and benefits. In this episode we review literature and discuss the importance of embracing parents as communication partners. We also have the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Jean Blosser who has created some materials to facilitate bridging the gap between school / therapy and the home environment.Dr. Jean Blosser, CCC-SLP, EdD, is an ASHA Fellow, Fellow. You can learn more about Dr. Blosser here.Learning Outcomes1. State 3 reasons for engaging parents as partners2. Describe 3 teaching tools to improve home program development for parents 3. Describe two benefits of sharing visual supports with parentsReferencesBrown, J. A. (2016). Coaching in Parent-Implemented Early Communication Interventions: Understanding and Overcoming Individual-Level Implementation Barriers. Perspectives of the ASHA Special Interest Groups, 1(1), 144-153. doi:10.1044/persp1.sig1.144Pennington, L., Thomson, K., James, P., Martin, L., & Mcnally, R. (2009). Effects of It Takes Two to Talk—The Hanen Program for Parents of Preschool Children With Cerebral Palsy: Findings From an Exploratory Study. Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research, 52(5), 1121-1138. doi:10.1044/1092-4388(2009/07-0187)Roberts, M. Y., & Kaiser, A. P. (2011). The Effectiveness of Parent-Implemented Language Interventions: A Meta-Analysis. American Journal of Speech-Language Pathology, 20(3), 180-199. doi:10.1044/1058-0360(2011/10-0055)Roberts, M. Y., & Kaiser, A. P. (2012). Assessing the Effects of a Parent-Implemented Language Intervention for Children With Language Impairments Using Empirical Benchmarks: A Pilot Study. Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research, 55(6), 1655-1670. doi:10.1044/1092-4388(2012/11-0236)Roberts, M. Y., Kaiser, A. P., Wolfe, C. E., Bryant, J. D., & Spidalieri, A. M. (2014). Effects of the Teach-Model-Coach-Review Instructional Approach on Caregiver Use of Language Support Strategies and Children's Expressive Language Skills. Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research, 57(5), 1851-1869. doi:10.1044/2014_jslhr-l-13-0113Thiessen, A., & Beukelman, D. (2013). Training Communication Partners of Adults Who Rely on AAC: Co-Construction of Meaning. Perspectives on Augmentative and Alternative Communication, 22(1), 16-20. doi:10.1044/aac22.1.16Weitzman, E. (2013). More Than Words—The Hanen Program for Parents of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Teaching Model for Parent-implemented Language Intervention. Perspectives on Language Learning and Education,20(3), 96-111. doi:10.1044/lle20.3.86Disclosures:Kate Grandbois financial disclosures: Kate is the owner / founder of Grandbois Therapy + Consulting, LLC and co-founder of SLP Nerdcast. Kate Grandbois non-financial disclosures: Kate is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children. She is also a member of the Berkshire Association for Behavior Analysis and Therapy (BABAT), MassABA, the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) and the corresponding Speech Pathology and Applied Behavior Analysis SIG. Amy Wonkka financial disclosures: Amy is an employee of a public school system and co-founder of SLP Nerdcast. Amy Wonkka non-financial disclosures: Amy is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children. Jean Blosser Financial: President, Creative Strategies for Special Education, She receives compensation for consulting and conducting professional development workshops and in-services. She is the author and receives royalties from sales of the Lets Talk Today Calendar. She also receives royalties from sales of authored books. Jean has no non-financial relationships to discloseTime Ordered Agenda:10 minutes: Introduction, Disclaimers and Disclosures20 minutes: Review of reasons for engaging parents as partners.15 minutes: Review of teaching tools to improve home program development for parents10 minutes: Review of benefits of sharing visual supports with parents5 minutes: Summary and ClosingDisclaimerThe contents of this episode are not meant to replace clinical advice. SLP Nerdcast, its hosts and guests do not represent or endorse specific products or procedures mentioned during our episodes unless otherwise stated. We are NOT PhDs, but we do research our material. We do our best to provide a thorough review and fair representation of each topic that we tackle. That being said, it is always likely that there is an article we've missed, or another perspective that isn't shared. If you have something to add to the conversation, please email us! Wed love to hear from you!__SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA CEUs, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! You can find our complaint policy here. You can also:Follow us on instagramFollow us on facebookWe are thrilled to be listed in the Top 25 SLP Podcasts!Thank you FeedSpot!

The caregiver experience is one that's deeply personal and unique. Understanding how to support caregivers means hearing their stories, and better understanding their needs and challenges, so that collaboratively-developed programs at the community level can support them. Nancy Myers, vice president of leadership system innovation at the American Hospital Association, leads this second episode of a four-part series of discussions on hospital and community partnerships that support family caregivers. In this episode, Nancy hears the personal story of caregiver Dale Harmon of Ventura, California, and talks to Janice Aharon-Ezer, clinical program manager at Ventura's Community Memorial Health System, to understand how CMHS's caregiver navigator program collaboratively supports Dale and others.

Aveen talks with Meg Fredrick, retired teacher an co-founder of the "Mindfulness and Positivity Project". This conversation is just in time for back to school with some really helpful ideas on how to help kids with the anxiety and stress that can come at this time of year. A little about Meg: Meg Fredrick, recently retired in 2019 from 16 years at CMHS as an English teacher and Student Council Advisor. She was named Teacher of the Year, somewhere around 2014, and absolutely loved her years as an educator. Meg received her Masters in Teaching from Colorado College in 2008 with an emphasis in Positive Psychology. After retiring, she has dedicated her time to The Mindfulness and Positivity Project, a nonprofit which she co-founded in 2020. She is passionately dedicated to helping people, especially teachers and students, live full, healthy and happy lives through the practices of mindfulness and intentional positive living. Meg believes that each and every precious life has meaning and purpose in this world, and we need to embrace it for the good of all!! Meg has 4 amazing kids, all thriving and loving their lives, and now 5 wonderful grand kids! In her free time she loves to golf, garden, hike, cook, volunteer in her community, and train for triathlons!   Donate or find our more about the project here: https://mindfulandpositive.org

Get .1 ASHA CEU hereEpisode SummaryEffective and efficient speech sound therapy is like poker. Find out how in this week's episode, entirely about the meat and potatoes of pediatric speech therapy-intervention for speech sound disorders. If you are working with kids who have complex speech sound delays or disorders, don't miss this chat with Kelly Vess and find out just how to add some serious oomf to your speech sound therapy secret sauce. Kelly is a research-to-practice SLP and author who has dedicated her career to helping preschoolers with speech sound disorders gain stronger speech skills, faster. In this hearty episode, Kelly walks us through the process of selecting appropriate treatment targets and enthusiastically outlines the complexity approach to speech sound intervention. If you want to make the most out of your 30-60 minutes a week (or less!) with your speech sound students, tune in to learn how to take fireworks over a chisel to the rock of speech sound intervention and help your kiddos get to mastery faster. Course AccommodationsThe transcript for this course is provided below. You can also email us at ceu@slpnerdcast.comLearning Outcomes and Course DescriptionThis course reviews strategies for selecting cluster treatment targets and how multi-modal cueing can be used for accurate productions. This course also reviewed how to make informed clinical judgments in selecting treatment targets.After this course participants will be able to:1) Select cluster treatment targets based on multiple phonological processes present to improve efficiency of treatment 2) Assess how stimulable treatment targets are to accurate production provided multi-modal cueing 3) Make informed clinical judgements in selecting treatment targets based on phonological processes (patterns), variability of production, stimulability for accuracy, and developmental complexitySpeaker DisclosuresKelly Vess financial disclosures: Kelly is the author of, "Speech Sound Disorders: Comprehensive Evaluation and Treatment," for which she receives royalties. Kelly Vess non-financial disclosures: Kelly is a member of ASHA Special Interest Group 1: Language Learning and Education.Kate Grandbois financial disclosures: Kate is the owner / founder of Grandbois Therapy + Consulting, LLC and co-founder of SLP Nerdcast.Kate Grandbois non-financial disclosures: Kate is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children. She is also a member of the Berkshire Association for Behavior Analysis and Therapy (BABAT), MassABA, the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) and the corresponding Speech Pathology and Applied Behavior Analysis SIG. Amy Wonkka financial disclosures: Amy is an employee of a public school system and co-founder for SLP Nerdcast.Amy Wonkka non-financial disclosures: Amy is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children.Time Ordered Agenda15 minutes: Introduction, Disclaimers and Disclosures15 minutes: Review of how to select cluster treatment targets to improve efficiency of treatment15 minutes: Review of how stimulable treatment targets are to accurate production provided multi-modal cueing.10 minutes: Review of how to make informed clinical judgements in selecting treatment targets based on a variety of motor speech variables5 minutes: Summary and ClosingReferences and ResourcesBaker, E., Williams, A. L., Mcleod, S., & McCauley, R. (2018). Elements of phonological interventions for children with speech sound disorders: The development of a taxonomy. American Journal of Speech-Language Pathology, 27(3), 906-935. doi:10.1044/2018_ajslp-17-0127Brumbaugh, K. M., & Smit, A. B. (2013). Treating children ages 3–6 who have speech sound disorder: A survey. Language, Speech, and Hearing Services in Schools, 44(3), 306–319. https://doi.org/10.1044/0161-1461(2013/12-0029)Case, J., & Grigos, M. I. (2020). A framework of motoric complexity: An investigation in children with typical and impaired speech development. Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research, 63(10), 3326–3348. https://doi.org/10.1044/2020_jslhr-20-00020Gierut, J. A. (2007). Phonological complexity and language learnability. American Journal of Speech-Language Pathology, 16(1), 6–17. https://doi.org/10.1044/1058-0360(2007/003) Storkel, H. L. (2018a). Implementing evidence-based practice: Selecting treatment words to boost phonological learning. Language, Speech, and Hearing Services in Schools, 49(3), 482-496. doi:10.1044/2017_lshss-17-0080Storkel, H. L. (2018b). The complexity approach to phonological treatment: How to select treatment targets. Language, Speech, and Hearing Services in Schools, 49(3), 463-481. doi:10.1044/2017_lshss-17-0082Thompson, H. & Cummings, A. (2012, Noveember). Phonological complexity: Using three-element clusters in speech sound disorder treatment. Poster presented at the American Speech, Language, and Hearing Association (ASHA) National Convention. Atlanta, GA.Vess, K. Burgess, R., Corless, E., Discenna, T. (2016, November). Selecting complex consonant cluster targets: Are certain sound combinations more efficacious than others? Poster session presented at Annual American Speech, Language and Hearing Association, Philadelphia, PA.Vess, K., Hansen, L., Mae-Smith, M., Ridella, M., & Steinberg, E. (2015, November). Evidence-based intervention strategies to effectively treat preschoolers with speech sound disorders. Poster session presented at Annual American Speech, Language and Hearing Association, Denver, CO.Vess, K., Coppiellie, Ingraham, B., Reidt, M. (2017, November). Targeting /ɹ/ consonant clusters: Does generalization occur across phonetic contexts? Poster session presented at Annual American Speech, Language and Hearing Association, Los Angeles, CA.Vess, K., Liovas, M., Mocny, A., Vuletic, D. (2018, November). Applying the complexity approach to effectively treat severe speech impairment in preschoolers with ASD. Poster session presented at Annual American Speech, Language and Hearing Association, Boston, MA.DisclaimerThe contents of this episode are not meant to replace clinical advice. SLP Nerdcast, its hosts and guests do not represent or endorse specific products or procedures mentioned during our episodes unless otherwise stated. We are NOT PhDs, but we do research our material. We do our best to provide a thorough review and fair representation of each topic that we tackle. That being said, it is always likely that there is an article we've missed, or another perspective that isn't shared. If you have something to add to the conversation, please email us! Wed love to hear from you!__SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA continuing education credits, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! You can find our complaint policy here. You can also:Follow us on instagramFollow us on facebookWe are thrilled to be listed in the Top 25 SLP Podcasts!Thank you FeedSpot!

Get .1 ASHA CEU hereEpisode SummaryCan you really do swallowing assessments via telehealth? You sure can! And this week's guest panel has a wealth of info to tell you just how and why. SLP Nerdcast's own dysphagia correspondent Tracey Callahan joins fellow dysphagia SLP and researcher, Dr. Georgia Malandraki, to address your fears and give you the tools to explore whether tele-services for swallowing are a right fit for you and your patients. Tune in to learn about regulations and safety considerations and get a great foundation to develop an assessment and treatment, and virtually plan a session with best practice in mind. The application of everyday technology and cutting edge wearable technology is a real treat in this info-packed discussion which highlights the roles and benefits of tech tools in data collection, feedback, buy-in, and progress for swallowing patients. This expert crew discusses honest limitations of the tele-service platform as well, offering a well-rounded picture of the similarities and differences, pros and cons of onsite versus online swallowing assessment and intervention. It is amazing to consider that some aspects of swallowing services are actually enhanced over telehealth with a patient in their own home- who knew? This is a meaty but incredibly innovative episode that you're sure to enjoy!Course AccommodationsThe transcript for this course is provided below. You can also email us at ceu@slpnerdcast.comLearning Outcomes and Course DescriptionThis course reviewed regulatory and clinical guidelines for the safe use of telehealth for dysphagia. This course also reviewed the research available for telehealth for dysphagia as well as current technology available.Describe basic regulatory guidelines for the safe use of telemanagement of dysphagia.Identify basic practical/clinical guidelines for the safe use of telemanagement of dysphagia.Summarize the research evidence available for the use of telehealth for dysphagia management.Describe new developments in wearable technologies for the tele-management of dysphagia.Speaker DisclosuresGeorgia Malandraki financial disclosures: Dr. Malandraki is an employee of Purdue University and receives a salary and grants to support her work. Dr. Malandraki also receives grants from the National Institute of Health related to work in Telehealth. Dr. Malandraki is the co-founder of a Purdue initiated startup.Georgia Malandraki non-financial disclosures: Dr. Malandraki is a member of and the president Elect of the Dysphagia Research Society. She is also the Indiana Speech and Hearing Association co-chair of the telehealth task forceKate Grandbois financial disclosures: Kate is the owner / founder of Grandbois Therapy + Consulting, LLC and co-founder of SLP Nerdcast.Kate Grandbois non-financial disclosures: Kate is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children. She is also a member of the Berkshire Association for Behavior Analysis and Therapy (BABAT), MassABA, the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) and the corresponding Speech Pathology and Applied Behavior Analysis SIG. Amy Wonkka financial disclosures: Amy is an employee of a public school system and co-founder for SLP Nerdcast.Amy Wonkka non-financial disclosures: Amy is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children.Tracey Callahan financial disclosures: Tracey is an employee of SLP Nerdcast, owns a private practice, and is the owner of an online learning platform called Guest Monster Games. Tracey Callahan non-financial disclosures: Tracey a member of ASHA and the corresponding special interest group (SIG 13) for Dysphagia. Tracey is a Certified Lactation Counselor through the Academy of Lactation Policy and PracticeTime Ordered Agenda15 minutes: Introduction, Disclaimers and Disclosures15 minutes: Review of the regulatory and clinical guidelines for the safe use of telehealth for dysphagia15 minutes: Review of the available evidence for the use of telehealth for dysphagia management10 minutes: Review of wearable technologies for5 minutes: Summary and ClosingReferences and ResourcesBrates, D., Molfenter, S. M., & Thibeault, S. L. (2018). Assessing Hyolaryngeal Excursion: Comparing Quantitative Methods to Palpation at the Bedside and Visualization During Videofluoroscopy. Dysphagia, 34(3), 298-307. doi:10.1007/s00455-018-9927-2IOPEPurdue "I eat lab"Direct I Eat Telehealth ResourcesASHA State Telehealth PoliciesAustralian Resources for Evidence on TelehealthDisclaimerThe contents of this episode are not meant to replace clinical advice. SLP Nerdcast, its hosts and guests do not represent or endorse specific products or procedures mentioned during our episodes unless otherwise stated. We are NOT PhDs, but we do research our material. We do our best to provide a thorough review and fair representation of each topic that we tackle. That being said, it is always likely that there is an article we've missed, or another perspective that isn't shared. If you have something to add to the conversation, please email us! Wed love to hear from you!__SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA continuing education credits, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! You can find our complaint policy here. You can also:Follow us on instagramFollow us on facebookWe are thrilled to be listed in the Top 25 SLP Podcasts!Thank you FeedSpot!

Get .1 ASHA CEU hereEpisode SummaryDoes the thought of working with complex airways make you lose your breath? Whether you find yourself breathless in fear or excitement, this episode has your name on it. Dr. Lindsay Griffin joins for a second round to discuss the ins and outs of the SLP's role in the tracheostomy and laryngectomy. For newbies looking to get the basics of this specialized area of our field, you'll leave with a firm foundation to answer questions like: What is the difference between a laryngectomy and a tracheostomy?; What is a speaking valve and what does it have to do with me?; and How do I not accidentally kill my patients? You more confident med SLP's will leave with some great tips to level up your practice, including some powerful cautionary tales. Tune in to learn about the details of the SLP's process and support for laryngectomy versus tracheostomy patients, and get some amazing guidance to get the knowledge and experience you need to get your foot into this incredibly complex clinical door. There's talk of pulmonary toileting, canulas, cuffs, PMV's, and body parts that do or do not grow back- (Nerdcast always delivers a bit more than you asked for :)). You can almost see Kate and Amy as dear in the headlight on this one-it's classic! So hold your breath and take the plunge, it's a good one!Course AccommodationsThe transcript for this course is provided below. You can also email us at ceu@slpnerdcast.comLearning Outcomes1. Describe the differences between tracheostomies and laryngectomies2. Explain the SLPs' role in management of patients with tracheostomies and laryngectomies3. Recognize external resources for acquiring deeper knowledge of complex airway managementResources:Passy Muir Speaking ValvesShiley Speaking ValveBlom-SingerAtosSpeaker DisclosuresLindsay Griffin financial disclosures: Lindsay is an Assistant Professor at Emerson College. Lindsay Griffin non-financial disclosures: Lindsay is a member of ASHA, SIG 13 and the Dysphagia Research Society.Kate Grandbois financial disclosures: Kate is the owner / founder of Grandbois Therapy + Consulting, LLC and co-founder of SLP Nerdcast.Kate Grandbois non-financial disclosures: Kate is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children. She is also a member of the Berkshire Association for Behavior Analysis and Therapy (BABAT), MassABA, the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) and the corresponding Speech Pathology and Applied Behavior Analysis SIG. Amy Wonkka financial disclosures: Amy is an employee of a public school system and co-founder for SLP Nerdcast.Amy Wonkka non-financial disclosures: Amy is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children.Time Ordered Agenda:15 minutes: Introduction, Disclaimers and Disclosures15 minutes: Review of the differences between tracheostomies and laryngectomies15 minutes: Review of the SLPs' role in management of patients with tracheostomies and laryngectomies10 minutes: Review of external resources for acquiring deeper knowledge of complex airway management5 minutes: Summary and ClosingDisclaimerThe contents of this episode are not meant to replace clinical advice. SLP Nerdcast, its hosts and guests do not represent or endorse specific products or procedures mentioned during our episodes unless otherwise stated. We are NOT PhDs, but we do research our material. We do our best to provide a thorough review and fair representation of each topic that we tackle. That being said, it is always likely that there is an article we've missed, or another perspective that isn't shared. If you have something to add to the conversation, please email us! Wed love to hear from you!__SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA continuing education credits, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! You can find our complaint policy here. You can also:Follow us on instagramFollow us on facebookWe are thrilled to be listed in the Top 25 SLP Podcasts!Thank you FeedSpot!

Get .1 ASHA CEU hereEpisode SummaryYou want to help people who stutter, but you can't ignore that gnawing feeling in your heart that you just don't think you know how. Gain more comfort and confidence from this week's engaging episode with Dr. Scott Yaruss- researcher, professor, clinician, and co-founder of Stuttering Therapy Resources. Learn the four most important words that center effective and person-centered stuttering inventions and pack your toolbox with the info, validation, and guidance that grad school just couldn't offer. You don't need to know everything before you sit with a person who stutters, but as a trained SLP and expert at being human, you likely bring more strengths to the table than you might realize. Add to the soft skills you already own with practical tips on resources to shift (or start) your fluency assessment and support approach. This pearls-of-wisdom-packed episode has more inspiring and thought-provoking one-liners than your favorite Instagram feed, so pull up a seat and get ready to completely change the way you think about stuttering.Learning Outcomes and Course DescriptionThis course reviews foundational knowledge related to stuttering. This course also reviews ways in which stuttering assessment and treatment has changed in recent years.1. Describe what is meant by the statement, "Stuttering is more than just stuttering."2. List 2 ways that stuttering assessment and treatment have changed in recent years.3. Describe what is meant by the statement, "It's okay to stutter."Speaker DisclosuresScott Yaruss financial disclosures: Scott is a co-owner of Stuttering Therapy Resources Inc. and receives an income related to intellectual property. Scott Yaruss non-financial disclosures: Scott does not have any non-financial relationships to disclose. Kate Grandbois financial disclosures: Kate is the owner / founder of Grandbois Therapy + Consulting, LLC and co-founder of SLP Nerdcast.Kate Grandbois non-financial disclosures: Kate is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children. She is also a member of the Berkshire Association for Behavior Analysis and Therapy (BABAT), MassABA, the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) and the corresponding Speech Pathology and Applied Behavior Analysis SIG. Amy Wonkka financial disclosures: Amy is an employee of a public school system and co-founder for SLP Nerdcast.Amy Wonkka non-financial disclosures: Amy is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children.Time Ordered Agenda15 minutes: Introduction, Disclaimers and Disclosures15 minutes: Review of the meaning behind the statement "Stuttering is more than just stuttering"15 minutes: Review of ways that stuttering treatment and assessment have changed in recent years.10 minutes: Review of what is meant by the statement "It's OK to stutter"5 minutes: Summary and ClosingReferences and ResourcesTichenor, S. E., & Yaruss, J. S. (2019). Group Experiences and Individual Differences in Stuttering. Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research, 62(12), 4335-4350. doi:10.1044/2019_jslhr-19-00138OASESSchool Aged Stuttering Therapy: A Practical GuideAdditional Resources available at Stuttering Therapy ResourcesWHO ICFDisclaimerThe contents of this episode are not meant to replace clinical advice. SLP Nerdcast, its hosts and guests do not represent or endorse specific products or procedures mentioned during our episodes unless otherwise stated. We are NOT PhDs, but we do research our material. We do our best to provide a thorough review and fair representation of each topic that we tackle. That being said, it is always likely that there is an article we've missed, or another perspective that isn't shared. If you have something to add to the conversation, please email us! Wed love to hear from you!__SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA continuing education credits, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! You can find our complaint policy here. You can also:Follow us on instagramFollow us on facebookWe are thrilled to be listed in the Top 25 SLP Podcasts!Thank you FeedSpot!

Get .1 ASHA CEU hereRemember the last time you had a headache that Advil just wouldn't touch as you powered through your back to back sessions? Or maybe you can recall the last bout of GI revenge that ensued following some poor decisions at a fast food drive-through for lunch? Perhaps you weren't as peppy with your clients, made a bit less small talk with your colleagues, and were a bit short with your partner. “When we don't feel well, we don't do well” (ain't' that the truth!) and our students with complex communication needs (CCN) are no different. In this episode, Dr. Margaret Bauman and Jennifer Leighton share their experiences and advice, encouraging SLP's to consider potential, underlying medical conditions that may be leading to behavioral changes in individuals with CCN. Through stories of her clinical experiences with struggling patients, Dr. Bauman describes several scenarios within which a child's change in behavior was an indication of an underlying condition of pain or illness that was not obvious. Gear up for some detective work as this observant duo share compassionate tips for digging deeper, asking questions, and supporting our clients with CCN in new ways that recognize how strongly pain and illness shape behavior, and how loudly behavior communicates. Learning OutcomesDiscuss the importance of considering medical conditions for individuals with complex communication needsDiscuss ways to identify when individuals with complex communication needs may be expressing painIdentify at least 3 medical conditions that could be associated with complex communicatorsDisclosures:Jennifer Leighton financial disclosures: Jen is an employee of a school system. Jennifer Leighton non-financial disclosures: Jen is a member of the American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA) and the Massachusetts Speech and Hearing Association (MSHA)Dr Bauman financial disclosures: employed as a neurologist in various outpatient hospital settings. She is also a researcher through the Boston University School of Medicine. Dr Bauman non-financial disclosures: Dr. Bauman is a member of the American Academy of Neurology, American Academy of Pediatrics, the International Society for Autism Research, and the Society for Neuroscience, and serves on various advisory boardsKate Grandbois financial disclosures: Kate is the owner / founder of Grandbois Therapy + Consulting, LLC and co-founder of SLP Nerdcast. Kate Grandbois non-financial disclosures: Kate is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children. She is also a member of the Berkshire Association for Behavior Analysis and Therapy (BABAT), MassABA, the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) and the corresponding Speech Pathology and Applied Behavior Analysis SIG. Amy Wonkka financial disclosures: Amy is an employee of a public school system and co-founder for SLP Nerdcast. Amy Wonkka non-financial disclosures: Amy is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children.Time Ordered Agenda:10 minutes: Introduction, Disclaimers and Disclosures20 minutes: Descriptions of the importance of considering medical conditions for individuals with complex communication needs15 minutes: Descriptions of individuals with complex communication needs and they may be expressing pain 10 minutes: Descriptions of medical conditions that could be associated with complex communicators 5 minutes: Summary and ClosingDisclaimerThe contents of this episode are not meant to replace clinical advice. SLP Nerdcast, its hosts and guests do not represent or endorse specific products or procedures mentioned during our episodes unless otherwise stated. We are NOT PhDs, but we do research our material. We do our best to provide a thorough review and fair representation of each topic that we tackle. That being said, it is always likely that there is an article we've missed, or another perspective that isn't shared. If you have something to add to the conversation, please email us! Wed love to hear from you__SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA continuing education credits, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! You can find our complaint policy here. You can also:Follow us on instagramFollow us on facebookWe are thrilled to be listed in the Top 25 SLP Podcasts!Thank you FeedSpot!

Get .1 ASHA CEU hereEpisode SummaryAre you considering private practice but are too scared to take that plunge? Occupational therapist, private practice owner, and business consultant, Krista Covell-Pearson, joins Kate and Amy this week to give you the information and tools you need to ease that fear and take the next step. Learn how marketing your practice can make or break that successful business of your dreams. Krista discusses how unexpected endeavors like volunteering and presenting can get your foot in the marketing door and challenges you to make that “chicken list” as an essential first step in your personal marketing endeavors. After all, you don't have a business without customers, right? Krista confronts the scaries of HIPAA in private practice, sorting out many of those unknowns you are likely toiling with-like, “what is a BAA exactly and do I need one?” She wraps up the hour with some awesome gems on private pay versus insurance, addressing those steadfast questions we all have when considering private work, including “what should I change for my services?”. Tune in to gain confidence as you slip on some new private practitioner garb.Course AccommodationsThe transcript for this course is provided below. You can also email us at ceu@slpnerdcast.comLearning OutcomesThis course reviews marketing strategies for private practice as well as strategies for maintaining HIPAA compliance. This course also describes limitations of different funding sources and the importance of personal development in private practice.Identify 3 marketing strategies used in private practiceIdentify 2 strategies for maintaining HIPAA compliance in private practiceDescribe benefits and limitations of both private pay and insurance fundingDescribe the importance of personal development in private practiceResources:Gawenda Seminars and ConsultingSpeaker DisclosuresKrista Covell-Pierson financial disclosures: Krista is the owner of covell-care and rehabilitation that offers rehabilitative services and business coaching for private practices, billing, and business development. Krista Covell-Pierson non-financial disclosures: Krista has no non-financial relationships to disclose.Kate Grandbois financial disclosures: Kate is the owner / founder of Grandbois Therapy + Consulting, LLC and co-founder of SLP Nerdcast.Kate Grandbois non-financial disclosures: Kate is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children. She is also a member of the Berkshire Association for Behavior Analysis and Therapy (BABAT), MassABA, the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) and the corresponding Speech Pathology and Applied Behavior Analysis SIG. Amy Wonkka financial disclosures: Amy is an employee of a public school system and co-founder for SLP Nerdcast.Amy Wonkka non-financial disclosures: Amy is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children.Time Ordered Agenda:15 minutes: Introduction, Disclaimers and Disclosures15 minutes: Review of strategies for marketing and HIPAA compliance15 minutes: Review of benefits and limitations of different funding sources.10 minutes: Review of the importance of personal development in private practice5 minutes: Summary and ClosingDisclaimerThe contents of this episode are not meant to replace clinical advice. SLP Nerdcast, its hosts and guests do not represent or endorse specific products or procedures mentioned during our episodes unless otherwise stated. We are NOT PhDs, but we do research our material. We do our best to provide a thorough review and fair representation of each topic that we tackle. That being said, it is always likely that there is an article we've missed, or another perspective that isn't shared. If you have something to add to the conversation, please email us! Wed love to hear from you!__SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA continuing education credits, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! You can find our complaint policy here. You can also:Follow us on instagramFollow us on facebookWe are thrilled to be listed in the Top 25 SLP Podcasts!Thank you FeedSpot!

Get .1 ASHA CEU hereEpisode SummaryDLD isn't a new text abbreviation or IG expression. It's a real thing in the field of SLP and if you don't know about it, you gotta' tune in to get the scoop. This week, Tim DeLuca and Kate Radville- SLP's and doctoral candidates basking in language and literacy nerdom - chat about all things DLD for the SLP. What is DLD? And why is it so important to get a handle on it in the vast and murky sea of semantics that we painfully stir in the SLP field? Kate and Tim explore how challenges with oral language have a domino effect on the attitudes and skills of students, impacting literacy, behavior, and more. You'll gain assessment and intervention tips that hold fast to the golden thread of most SLP Nerdcast episodes - the importance of EBP and collaboration. There are some four letter words (ahem, “dysteachia”) and a big spotlight on resources in this engaging episode that confronts the strong connections between all aspects of the whole student and their whole future. Course AccommodationsThe transcript for this course is provided below. You can also email us at ceu@slpnerdcast.comLearning OutcomesDefine DLD and dyslexia, understand how they are related, and report on at least five behavioral presentations across academic and social settingsUnderstand the SLP's role in assessing and treating both DLD and dyslexia as members of an interdisciplinary team across the lifespanBe able to locate at least five free resources to further explore both DLD and dyslexia and assessment and treatment optionsResources:Bishop, D. V. M., Snowling, M. J., Thompson, P. A., Greenhalgh, T., & CATALISE consortium. (2016). CATALISE: A Multinational and Multidisciplinary Delphi Consensus Study. Identifying Language Impairments in Children. PLOS ONE, 11(7), e0158753. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0158753Bishop, D. V. M., Snowling, M. J., Thompson, P. A., Greenhalgh, T., & and the CATALISE-2 consortium. (2017). Phase 2 of CATALISE: A multinational and multidisciplinary Delphi consensus study of problems with language development: Terminology. Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry, 58(10), 1068–1080. https://doi.org/10.1111/jcpp.12721Gough, P. B., & Tunmer, W. E. (1986). Decoding, Reading, and Reading Disability. Remedial and Special Education, 7(1), 6–10. https://doi.org/10.1177/074193258600700104Mitchell, M. P., Ehren, B. J., & Towson, J. A. (2020). Collaboration in Schools: Let's Define It. Perspectives of the ASHA Special Interest Groups, 5(3), 732–751. https://doi.org/10.1044/2020_PERSP-19-00125Redmond, S. M., Ash, A. C., & Hogan, T. P. (2015). Consequences of Co-Occurring Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder on Children's Language Impairments. Language, Speech, and Hearing Services in Schools, 46(2), 68–80. https://doi.org/10.1044/2014_LSHSS-14-0045Snow, P. C. (2021). Psychosocial Adversity in Early Childhood and Language and Literacy Skills in Adolescence: The Role of Speech-Language Pathology in Prevention, Policy, and Practice. Perspectives of the ASHA Special Interest Groups, 6(2), 253–261. https://doi.org/10.1044/2020_PERSP-20-00120The Simple View of ReadingMulti-Tiered Language Instruction and InterventionDyslexia in the Schools: Assessment and IdentificationDLD and MeThe Florida Center for Reading ResearchThe International Dyslexia AssociationCourse Disclosure - Financial and In-KindFunding for this course was provided by one of our Corporate Sponsors, Language Dynamics Group.Speaker DisclosuresTim DeLuca financial disclosures: Tim is employed by private practice and university.Tim DeLuca non-financial disclosures: Tim is an ASHA member, a certified speech-language pathologist and reading specialist, a doctoral student at the MGH Institute of Health Professions, and a member of the Sail Lab at the Massachusetts institute of health professions. Kate Radville financial disclosures: Kate does not have any financial relationships to disclose. Kate Radville non-financial disclosures: Kate is an ASHA member, a certified speech-language pathologist, and a doctoral student at the MGH Institute of Health Professions. Kate Grandbois financial disclosures: Kate is the owner / founder of Grandbois Therapy + Consulting, LLC and co-founder of SLP Nerdcast. Kate Grandbois non-financial disclosures: Kate is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children. She is also a member of the Berkshire Association for Behavior Analysis and Therapy (BABAT), MassABA, the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) and the corresponding Speech Pathology and Applied Behavior Analysis SIG. Amy Wonkka financial disclosures: Amy is an employee of a public school system and co-founder for SLP Nerdcast. Amy Wonkka non-financial disclosures: Amy is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children.Time Ordered Agenda:15 minutes: Introduction, Disclaimers and Disclosures15 minutes: Descriptions of DLD and dyslexia, how they are related, and behavioral presentations across academic and social settings15 minutes: Descriptions of the SLP's role in assessing and treating both DLD and dyslexia10 minutes: Descriptions of resources to further explore both DLD and dyslexia and assessment and treatment options 5 minutes: Summary and ClosingDisclaimerThe contents of this episode are not meant to replace clinical advice. SLP Nerdcast, its hosts and guests do not represent or endorse specific products or procedures mentioned during our episodes unless otherwise stated. We are NOT PhDs, but we do research our material. We do our best to provide a thorough review and fair representation of each topic that we tackle. That being said, it is always likely that there is an article we've missed, or another perspective that isn't shared. If you have something to add to the conversation, please email us! Wed love to hear from you!A big THANK YOU to our Corporate Sponsor, Language Dynamics Group for the financial support to make this course possible!__SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA continuing education credits, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! You can find our complaint policy here. You can also:Follow us on instagramFollow us on facebookWe are thrilled to be listed in the Top 25 SLP Podcasts!Thank you FeedSpot!

Get .1 ASHA CEU hereThis course is a podcast episodeYou can listen to this course for free on most podcast players (Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, etc.). Once you have listened to the episode / course you can access the post-test and earn your certificate / ASHA CEUs using the links above.Learning Outcomes and Course DescriptionThis course reviews elements of implementation practice as it relates to care partners of people with dementia. Techniques to support quality of life are reviewed, as are case studies highlighting evidence-based practice in life participation for persons with dementia.Describe elements of implementation practice that support training formal and informal care partners of people with dementia in techniques to support quality of life and communicationDiscuss case studies highlighting evidence-based practice approaches to manage communication and life participation for a person with dementiaSummarize strategies to position SLPs as key members of the healthcare team within the SNFCourse AccommodationsThe transcript for this course is provided below. You can also email us at ceu@slpnerdcast.comSpeaker DisclosuresDr. Natalie Douglas financial disclosures: Dr. Douglas receives a salary from Central Michigan University and The Informed SLP; She also receives book royalties from Plural Publishing and has research funding from The American Speech-Language-Hearing Foundation. Dr. Natalie Douglas non-financial disclosures: Dr. Douglas is a member of ASHA SIG 2 and SIG 15, the Gerentilogical society for America, and the aphasia access group. Kate Grandbois financial disclosures: Kate is the owner / founder of Grandbois Therapy + Consulting, LLC and co-founder of SLP Nerdcast. Kate Grandbois non-financial disclosures: Kate is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children. She is also a member of the Berkshire Association for Behavior Analysis and Therapy (BABAT), MassABA, the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) and the corresponding Speech Pathology and Applied Behavior Analysis SIG. Amy Wonkka financial disclosures: Amy is an employee of a public school system and co-founder for SLP Nerdcast. Amy Wonkka non-financial disclosures: Amy is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children.Course DisclosuresFinancial and In-KindFunding for this course was provided by one of our Corporate Sponsors, Med Travelers.Time Ordered Agenda10 minutes: Introduction, Disclaimers and Disclosures20 minutes: descriptions of elements of implementation practice that support training formal and informal care partners of people with dementia15 minutes: descriptions of case studies highlighting evidence-based practice approaches to manage communication and life participation for a person with dementia10 minutes: descriptions of strategies to position SLPs as key members of the healthcare team within the SNF5 minutes: Summary and ClosingReferences and ResourcesMetz, A., Louison, L., Burke, K., Albers, B., & Ward, C. (2020). Implementation support practitioner profile: Guiding principles and core competencies for implementation practice. Chapel Hill, NC: National Implementation Research Network, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.Rogalski, E., Roberts, A., Salley, E., Saxon, M., Fought, A., Esparza, M., . . . Rademaker, A. (2021). Communication partner engagement: A relevant factor for functional outcomes inMontesorri for Dementia and AgeingSpaced Retrieval from the Brush Development CompanyDisclaimerThe contents of this episode are not meant to replace clinical advice. SLP Nerdcast, its hosts and guests do not represent or endorse specific products or procedures mentioned during our episodes unless otherwise stated. We are NOT PhDs, but we do research our material. We do our best to provide a thorough review and fair representation of each topic that we tackle. That being said, it is always likely that there is an article we've missed, or another perspective that isn't shared. If you have something to add to the conversation, please email us! Wed love to hear from you!A big THANK YOU to our Corporate Sponsor, Medtravelers for the financial support to make this course possible__SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA continuing education credits, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! You can find our complaint policy here. You can also:Follow us on instagramFollow us on facebookWe are thrilled to be listed in the Top 25 SLP Podcasts!Thank you FeedSpot!

Get .1 ASHA CEU hereEpisode Summary:It's no secret that being a clinician and being a researcher are two entirely different experiences. But, If you're like me, you might wonder exactly what is going on in that “ivory research tower” and if you will ever manage to trudge your way through your muddy, clinical practice swamp to access the answers it promises to offer. We're heavy on the metaphors in this serious yet engaging episode with Dr. Cathy Binger and Dr. Natalie Douglas, repeat offenders on SLP Nerdcast and great representations of a dual perspective on research. These clinicians turned implementation scientists guide us through the barriers and potential solutions to the ever widening research-practice gap with a candid discussion that challenges listeners to take on the perspective from both sides of the gap. Tune in to learn how to confront the preconceptions, break down the paywalls, and collaborate to achieve practical, accessible, and effective evidence-based clinical practice. You'll enjoy some straight talk, some humble confessions, and a few made up words-not to mention awesome Neverending Story analogies.Learn more about Cathy and Natalie here.Learning Outcomes1. Identify at least two common approaches to research that contribute to the research-to-practice gap.2. Identify at least two barriers to dissemination of clinically applicable research findings. 3. Identify at least two strategies within practice-based research that researchers and clinicians can use to close the research-to-practice gap. Online Resources:CSD Disseminate: https://www.csdisseminate.com/References:Roberts, M. Y., Sone, B. J., Zanzinger, K. E., Bloem, M. E., Kulba, K., Schaff, A., . . . Goldstein, H. (2020). Trends in Clinical Practice Research in ASHA Journals: 2008–2018. American Journal of Speech-Language Pathology, 29(3), 1629-1639.Speaker Disclosures:Dr. Natalie Douglas financial disclosures: Dr. Douglas receives a salary from Central Michigan University and The Informed SLP; She also receives book royalties from Plural Publishing and has research funding from The American Speech-Language-Hearing Foundation. Dr. Douglas non-financial disclosures: is a member of ASHA SIG 2 and SIG 15, the Gerentilogical society for America, and the aphasia access group. Dr. Cathy Binger financial disclosures: Dr. Binger is employed by the University of New Mexico. Dr. Binger non-financial disclosures: Dr. Binger is a member of ASHA and special interest group 12 Kate Grandbois financial disclosures: Kate is the owner / founder of Grandbois Therapy + Consulting, LLC and co-founder of SLP Nerdcast. Kate Grandbois non-financial disclosures: Kate is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children. She is also a member of the Berkshire Association for Behavior Analysis and Therapy (BABAT), MassABA, the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) and the corresponding Speech Pathology and Applied Behavior Analysis SIG. Amy Wonkka financial disclosures: Amy is an employee of a public school system and co-founder for SLP Nerdcast. Amy Wonkka non-financial disclosures: Amy is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children.Course Disclosures:Funding for this course was provided by one of our Corporate Sponsors, Vooks.Time Ordered Agenda:10 minutes: Introduction, Disclaimers and Disclosures20 minutes: Descriptions of common approaches to research that contribute to the research-to-practice gap.. 15 minutes: Descriptions of barriers to dissemination of clinically applicable research findings. 10 minutes: Descriptions of strategies within practice-based research that researchers and clinicians can use to close the research-to-practice gap. 5 minutes: Summary and ClosingDisclaimerThe contents of this episode are not meant to replace clinical advice. SLP Nerdcast, its hosts and guests do not represent or endorse specific products or procedures mentioned during our episodes unless otherwise stated. We are NOT PhDs, but we do research our material. We do our best to provide a thorough review and fair representation of each topic that we tackle. That being said, it is always likely that there is an article we've missed, or another perspective that isn't shared. If you have something to add to the conversation, please email us! Wed love to hear from you!A big THANK YOU to our Corporate Sponsor, Vooks, for the financial support to make this course possible!__SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA continuing education credits, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! You can find our complaint policy here. You can also:Follow us on instagramFollow us on facebookWe are thrilled to be listed in the Top 25 SLP Podcasts!Thank you FeedSpot!

Get .1 ASHA CEU hereEpisode SummaryEver feel under-equipped to deal with the counseling demands that often pop up in your daily SLP work? You're not alone! So much of what we do as SLP's is “grief work” and many of us find ourselves in over our heads at times with the counseling needs of our clients or students and their families. This week, Kate and Amy capitalize on their “forced friendship” with Beverly Montgomery of Lex Communicate to talk about the power of alliances with mental health professionals in addressing the holistic needs of individuals with communication differences and the caregivers who support them. Beverly discusses how mental health needs touch each case we serve and offers actionable suggestions for how Interprofessional Education (IPE) and Interprofessional Practice (IPP) can help us go beyond due diligence and realize better outcomes for those we serve. Tune in to explore which mental health professionals may be unexpected allies and obtain some simple strategies to help you manage these powerful relationships when scopes of practice overlap. Our clients and students are so complex, you may often feel that you “have a flashlight when you need a flood light” to recognize all of the facets that compose client and family needs. Beverly's approach to interdisciplinary practice Illuminates the complexities of your toughest cases. If you find “other stuff” getting in the way of therapeutic progress for your clients or students, this is the episode for you.Learning OutcomesState the purpose(s) and benefit(s) of interprofessional collaborationDefine Interprofessional Education (IPE) and Interprofessional Practice (IPP)Describe a decision-making process for when and how to make mental health referralsIdentify a variety of collaborative partners both within and outside their organizationReferencesAmerican Speech-Language-Hearing Association. (2010). Roles and responsibilities of speech-language pathologists in schools [Professional Issues Statement]. Available from www.asha.org/policy. Dobbs-Oates, J., & Wachter Morris, C. (2016). The case for interprofessional education in teacher education and beyond. Journal of Education for Teaching, 42(1), 50–65. https://doi.org/10.1080/02607476.2015.1131363 Elleseff, T. (2014). Creating Successful Team Collaboration: Behavior Management in the Schools. Perspectives on School-Based Issues, 15(1), 38–44.https://doi.org/10.1044/sbi15.1.38. Erickson, K. A. (2017). Comprehensive Literacy Instruction, Interprofessional Collaborative Practice, and Students with Severe Disabilities. Retrieved March 3, 2020, from https://doi.org/10.1044/2017_AJSLP15-0067 Farber, J. G., & Klein, E. R. (1999). Classroom-based assessment of a collaborative intervention program with kindergarten and first-grade students. Language, Speech, and Hearing Services in Schools, 30, 83- 91. Kent-Walsh, J., & Light, J. (2003). General education teachers' experiences with inclusion of students who use augmentative and alternative communication. Augmentative and Alternative Communication, 19, 104–124. Novak, J.M., & Kapolnek, K.M. (2001). Speech-language pathologists serving clients with mental illness: A collaborative treatment approach. Contemporary Issues in Communication Science and Disorders, 28, 111-122.Pfeiffer, Danika L., Pavelko, S. L., Hahs-Vaughn, D. L., & Dudding, C. C. (2019). A National Survey of Speech-Language Pathologists Engagement in Interprofessional Collaborative Practice in Schools: Identifying Predictive Factors and Barriers to Implementation. Language, Speech, and Hearing Services in Schools, 50(4), 639–655. https://doi.org/10.1044/2019_lshss-18-0100 Roepke, E., Greenwell, T., & Brosseau-Lapré, F. (2019). Service delivery for children with speech sound disorders: Evidence for the Quick Articulation! model. EBP Briefs, 14(2), 1–9. Bloomington, MN: NCS Pearson, Inc. Throneberg, R. N., Calvert, L. K., Sturm, J. J., Paramboukas, A. A., & Paul, P. J. (2000). A Comparison of Service Delivery Models: Effects on Curricular Vocabulary Skills in the School Setting. Retrieved March 21, 2020, from https://doi.org/10.1044/1058-0360.0901.10Online ResourcesWorld Health Organization: Interprofessional Education & PracticeAmerican Speech and Hearing Association: Interprofessional Education and PracticeSpeaker Disclosures:Beverly Montgomery financial disclosures: Beverly is the owner and operator of Lex Communicate. Beverly Montgomery non-financial disclosures: Beverly has family members with diagnoses discussed in the course and has a professional bias towards integrated, collaborative social communication treatment. Kate Grandbois financial disclosures: Kate is the owner / founder of Grandbois Therapy + Consulting, LLC and co-founder of SLP Nerdcast. Kate Grandbois non-financial disclosures: Kate is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children. She is also a member of the Berkshire Association for Behavior Analysis and Therapy (BABAT), MassABA, the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) and the corresponding Speech Pathology and Applied Behavior Analysis SIG. Amy Wonkka financial disclosures: Amy is an employee of a public school system and co-founder for SLP Nerdcast. Amy Wonkka non-financial disclosures: Amy is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children.Course Disclosure - Financial and In-KindFunding for this course was provided by one of our Corporate Sponsors, Vooks.Time Ordered Agenda:15 minutes: Introduction, Disclaimers and Disclosures25 minutes: Descriptions of the purposes and benefits of interprofessional collaboration, interprofessional education, and interprofessional practice15 minutes: Descriptions of the decision-making process for when and how to make mental health referrals10 minutes: Descriptions of a variety of collaborative partners both within and outside their organization5 minutes: Summary and ClosingDisclaimerThe contents of this episode are not meant to replace clinical advice. SLP Nerdcast, its hosts and guests do not represent or endorse specific products or procedures mentioned during our episodes unless otherwise stated. We are NOT PhDs, but we do research our material. We do our best to provide a thorough review and fair representation of each topic that we tackle. That being said, it is always likely that there is an article we've missed, or another perspective that isn't shared. If you have something to add to the conversation, please email us! Wed love to hear from you!__SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA continuing education credits, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! You can find our complaint policy here. You can also:Follow us on instagramFollow us on facebookWe are thrilled to be listed in the Top 25 SLP Podcasts!Thank you FeedSpot!

Spring has sprung… somewhere…It's March, which means it's spring… at least it's spring somewhere… Here in Massachusetts it's still winter until at least May, but we are getting there! We are looking forward to a great lineup this spring - here is what you can expect for the month of March!Our Call for Papers is still open, but closes March 15th!We are actively working on planning Season 4, and we would love to learn from you. We are passionate about distributing knowledge, and we feel strongly that knowledge does not have to come from researchers. Working clinicians have so much to share with our community. If you have something to teach your community, we encourage you to submit a topic and come onto the show and discuss it with us. The call for papers is analogue to a traditional conference. You will need a title, learning objectives, description, and a few references. Check out this link to learn more and submit!SLP Masterclass: Goal Writing and Progress Monitoring in Complex CommunicatorsEarly Bird Registration for our SLP Masterclass “Goal Writing and Progress Monitoring in Complex Communicators” is open! Get a discount on registration through March 18th. This class is being offered for 1.55 ASHA CEUs with the option for 1 graduate level credit, which may count towards a lane change or pay increase if you are a school based SLP. It's a four week course designed to give clinicians clinically applicable information related to measuring student progress and writing goals for complex communicators. We review how to measure progress without sacrificing connection, how to choose targets that are meaningful and valuable to your client, and what you can do in your therapy this is reasonable. Register NowMarch 1st, 2022Podcast Course: A Crucial Alliance: SLPs and Mental Health ProfessionalsThe podcast course reviews the purposes and benefits of interprofessional collaboration, interprofessional education, and interprofessional practice. This podcast course also reviews the the decision making process for making mental health referrals and identifying collaborative mental health partners.Register HereMarch 7th, 2022Podcast Course: Bridging the Research to Practice Gap: It's Not Your FaultThis course reviewed common approaches to research that contribute to the research-to-practice gap. This course also reviewed barriers to dissemination of clinically applicable research findings and strategies within practice-based research that researchers and clinicians can use to close the research-to-practice gap.Register HereMarch 14th, 2022Podcast Course: Communication and Life Participation for a Person with DementiaThis course reviews elements of implementation practice as it relates to care partners of people with dementia. Techniques to support quality of life are reviewed, as are case studies highlighting evidence-based practice in life participation for persons with dementia.Register HereMarch 21st, 2022Podcast Course: DLD and Dyslexia: What Does it All Mean for the SLP?This course reviews DLD and dyslexia, how they are related, and what behavioral presentations may be present across academic and social settings. This course also reviews the SLPs role in assessing and treating DLD as well as resources to further explore DLD and dyslexia.Register HereMarch 31st, 2022Live Webinar: Elevating Autistic Voices: Recognizing your Power and PrivelageIn this course we will review components of allyship, including power, privilege, cultural competency, and how these constructs intersect with models of disability. We review intersectionality, professional humility, professional ethics, professional collaboration, and resources that highlight the Autistic community's perspectives on practice.Register HereWhat's Next?Every year we hang up our podcasting mics for the month of April to give us some time to plan for Season 4, so we won't be releasing any podcast episodes between March 30th and April 30th. During that time though we'll be running our SLP Masterclass and hosting a few live webinars, including one related to the SLP and breastfeeding and chestfeeding, and another about using technology to support students with ADHD. Waitlists are open for those courses if you are interested! Don't forget to follow us on social media and if you have a moment, please leave us a review in your favorite podcast player - would mean the world to us. Reach out anytime at info@slpnerdcast.com - Here's to hoping that Spring arrives quickly in New England. __SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA continuing education credits, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! You can also:Follow us on instagramFollow us on facebookWe are thrilled to be listed in the Top 25 SLP Podcasts! Thank you FeedSpot!

Get .1 ASHA CEU hereEpisode SummaryHey overworked SLP - feeling like you want to find a rock to crawl under for a minute or two? Burnout is a topic that hits close to home for me as an SLP of 15 years. In some ways, I think I started to feel that burn even before I got my CCC's. Why are we and others in the “helping professions” so much more likely to experience burnout than others braving the workforce? This week, burnout expert, Dr. Julie Slowiak, shares her own personal experience with overwhelm and under-joy in the workplace, and offers SLP's the strategies we need to recognize burnout and to address it head on. Do you find yourself critical or cynical at work? Perhaps you're not looking forward to your day-to-day grind, or you are consistently not meeting expectations (your own or those placed upon you). Whatever the sign, you might be experiencing or rapidly approaching burnout, which not only negatively impacts your personal health and happiness, but also your professional performance. Tune in to learn how to spot burnout and to learn why it might be happening. You'll also gain some mindful self-care practices to deal with burnout as Dr. Slowiak challenges the misconceived notion of self-care as just a manicure and bubble bath. Pause today, tune it, and take an hour to discover how you can hit that optimal work life flow, feel better, and be the SLP you want to be for those students and clients you hold so dear.Course AccommodationsThe transcript for this course is provided below. You can also email us at ceu@slpnerdcast.comLearning OutcomesDefine the concept of burnout and give at least 3 examples of signs and symptoms of burnout. Describe why the “helping professions” are more susceptible to burnout. Give at least 1 example related to the 5 professional self-care strategies that can be used to prevent burnout. Describe how engaging in self-care practices supports ethical practice.ReferencesBrown, T. J. (2021). Ethics, burnout, and reported life and job attitudes among board-certified behavior analysts. Behavior Analysis: Research and Practice, 21(4), 364-375. doi:10.1037/bar0000219David, S. (2017). Emotional agility: Get unstuck, embrace change, and thrive in work and life. Penguin Life.Demerouti, E., Bakker, A. B., Nachreiner, F., & Schaufeli, W. B. (2001). The job demands-resources model of burnout. Journal of Applied Psychology, 86(3), 499-512. doi:10.1037/0021-9010.86.3.499Flaxman, P. E., Bond, F. W., & Livheim, F. (2013). The mindful and effective employee an acceptance and commitment therapy training manual for improving well-being and performance. New Harbinger Publications, Incorporated.HARRIS, R. (2022). HAPPINESS TRAP: How to stop struggling and start living. SHAMBHALA.Lee, J. J., & Miller, S. E. (2013). A Self-Care Framework for Social Workers: Building a Strong Foundation for Practice. Families in Society: The Journal of Contemporary Social Services, 94(2), 96-103. doi:10.1606/1044-3894.4289Morse, G., Salyers, M. P., Rollins, A. L., Monroe-Devita, M., & Pfahler, C. (2011). Burnout in Mental Health Services: A Review of the Problem and Its Remediation. Administration and Policy in Mental Health and Mental Health Services Research, 39(5), 341-352. doi:10.1007/s10488-011-0352-1Online ResourcesThe Self Care Forum The Wellbeing Model The Happiness Trap The Happiness Trap Illustrated Version The Oldenburg Burnout Inventory Calculator Maslach Burnout Inventory (tm) (MBI) Speaker Disclosures:Julie Slowiak financial disclosures: Julie is employed by the University of Minnesota Duluth and the Owner / Founder of InJewel LLC, a coaching and consulting business. Julie Slowiak non-financial disclosures: Julie is the Executive Director of the Behavior Analysis in Health, Sport, and Fitness Special Interest Group, a 501(c)(3) not for profit organization and a special interest group of the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI). Julie is also a current member of ABAI, the OBM Network, the Association for Contextual Behavioral Science (ACBS), the American Psychological Association (APA), and the Society for Occupational and Health Psychology (SOHP).Kate Grandbois financial disclosures: Kate is the owner / founder of Grandbois Therapy + Consulting, LLC and co-founder of SLP Nerdcast. Kate Grandbois non-financial disclosures: Kate is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children. She is also a member of the Berkshire Association for Behavior Analysis and Therapy (BABAT), MassABA, the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) and the corresponding Speech Pathology and Applied Behavior Analysis SIG. Amy Wonkka financial disclosures: Amy is an employee of a public school system and co-founder for SLP Nerdcast. Amy Wonkka non-financial disclosures: Amy is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children.Time Ordered Agenda:15 minutes: Introduction, Disclaimers and Disclosures10 minutes: Descriptions of the concept of and examples of burnout15 minutes: Descriptions of why the “helping professions” are more susceptible to burnout10 minutes: Descriptions of professional self-care strategies and how engaging in self-care practices supports ethical practice.5 minutes: Summary and ClosingDisclaimerThe contents of this episode are not meant to replace clinical advice. SLP Nerdcast, its hosts and guests do not represent or endorse specific products or procedures mentioned during our episodes unless otherwise stated. We are NOT PhDs, but we do research our material. We do our best to provide a thorough review and fair representation of each topic that we tackle. That being said, it is always likely that there is an article we've missed, or another perspective that isn't shared. If you have something to add to the conversation, please email us! Wed love to hear from you!__SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA continuing education credits, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! You can find our complaint policy here. You can also:Follow us on instagramFollow us on facebookWe are thrilled to be listed in the Top 25 SLP Podcasts!Thank you FeedSpot!

Get .15 ASHA CEU hereEpisode Summary:This is the audio of our first live podcast recording! Given that this course was live there are slides available for download. We reviewed the purpose of AAC evaluation documentation and the components of a well written AAC evaluation. We also reviewed the role of data collection and how they relate to results and recommendations within AAC evaluations. Finally, this course provides a discussion and overview of ethical considerations throughout the evaluation and funding process.Learning OutcomesAfter attending participants will be able to:1. Identify the purpose of AAC evaluation documentation.2. Identify the components of a well written AAC evaluation.3. Identify the role of data collection and how they relate to results and recommendations.4. Describe ethical considerations throughout the evaluation and funding process.ReferencesNavrotski, D. (2015). Role and Responsibilities of AAC Manufacturers' Consultants in the SGD Funding Process. Perspectives on Augmentative and Alternative Communication, 24(4), 147–154. https://doi.org/10.1044/aac24.4.147Slawson, D. C., & Shaughnessy, A. F. (2005). Teaching Evidence-Based Medicine: Should We Be Teaching Information Management Instead? Academic Medicine, 80(7), 685–689. https://doi.org/10.1097/00001888-200507000-00014Wiles Higdon, C., & Hill, K. (2015). Five SGD Funding Rules of Commitment. Perspectives on Augmentative and Alternative Communication, 24(4), 129–134. https://doi.org/10.1044/aac24.4.129Online Resources:ASHA: https://www.asha.org/slp/healthcare/medicare-speech-generating-devices-information/ASHA: https://www.asha.org/practice/reimbursement/medicare/sgd_policy/ PRC/SALTILLO: https://www.aacfunding.com/TOBII DYNAVOX: https://efunding.tobiidynavox.com/Speaker Disclosures:Kate Grandbois financial disclosures: Kate is the owner / founder of Grandbois Therapy + Consulting, LLC and co-founder of SLP Nerdcast. Kate Grandbois non-financial disclosures: Kate is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children. She is also a member of the Berkshire Association for Behavior Analysis and Therapy (BABAT), MassABA, the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) and the corresponding Speech Pathology and Applied Behavior Analysis SIG. Amy Wonkka financial disclosures: Amy is an employee of a public school system and co-founder for SLP Nerdcast. Amy Wonkka non-financial disclosures: Amy is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children. Course Disclosures:Funding for this course was provided by one of our Corporate Sponsors, VooksTime Ordered Agenda:Introduction and Background - 5 minsReview of AAC evaluation documentation - 5 minsReview of components in an AAC evaluation document - 15 minsReview of data collection and it's role in AAC evaluations - 15 minsReview of ethical considerations within AAC evaluations - 15 minsClosing, Discussion and Questions - 5 minsDisclaimerThe contents of this episode are not meant to replace clinical advice. SLP Nerdcast, its hosts and guests do not represent or endorse specific products or procedures mentioned during our episodes unless otherwise stated. We are NOT PhDs, but we do research our material. We do our best to provide a thorough review and fair representation of each topic that we tackle. That being said, it is always likely that there is an article we've missed, or another perspective that isn't shared. If you have something to add to the conversation, please email us! Wed love to hear from you!A big thank you to our corporate sponsor, Vooks, for providing the financial support to make this course possible!__SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA continuing education credits, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! You can find our complaint policy here. You can also:Follow us on instagramFollow us on facebookWe are thrilled to be listed in the Top 25 SLP Podcasts!Thank you FeedSpot!

It's February…The shortest month of all… and the coldest depending on where you are… For us Nerdcasters it's also one of the busiest! We have an amazing lineup for the month of February (and March too). Check it out!Call for Papers is Open!We are passionate about distributing knowledge, and we feel strongly that knowledge does not have to come from researchers. Working clinicians have so much to share with our community. With that in mind, just a reminder that our call for papers is still open! We've heard from several of you, and we are so thrilled to welcome you onto our show for Season 4. If you have something to teach your community, we encourage you to submit a topic and come onto the show and discuss it with us. The call for papers is analogue to a traditional conference. You will need a title, learning objectives, description, and a few references. Check out this link to learn more and submit!February 10th, 2022FREE Webinar: Goal Writing and Progress Monitoring in Complex Communicators: A Brief Intro We remember times early in our career when it felt just impossible to take data on our clients. In particular I remember one day I was scheduled to take some data on a student for an upcoming meeting and I saw them in a group setting. That day in group I had one student playing with the blinds in the office I was in, one student trying to rip up my therapy materials, and two students who were legit hitting each other. There was zero way I was going to take data that day. Monitoring the progress of our students and clients can be SO HARD, especially in our more complex communicators. And how can we even talk about progress monitoring without goal writing? These two concepts go hand in hand and influence each other so much. It wasn't until we took multiple graduate level courses after our masters degrees in data collection and measurement that we finally felt that we cracked the nut on how to take good data efficiently without compromising the connection with our students.We have an SLP Masterclass coming up on progress monitoring and goal writing, but we wanted to help as many people as possible and if you've been around the Nerdcast table a while you know we hate it when knowledge lives behind paywalls. So, we are hosting a FREE webinar on February 10th, 2022 to discuss progress monitoring and goal writing for your students. It's from 7:00 to 7:30 PM EST and free to attend. The recording will be available on our YouTube channel forever, so if you can't make it you can catch the information there. There will be an optional $6 ASHA CEU processing fee for those of you who'd like to earn ASHA CEUs for attending. Register hereFebruary 11th, 2022Early Bird Registration Opens: SLP Masterclass: Goal Writing and Progress Monitoring in Complex CommunicatorsSpace is limited to 30 participants! If you are interested we encourage you to get on the waitlist for first come first serve access to this course. It's four weeks long, from March 30th to April 30th. It can be completed completely on your own time - there are no live event requirements. it's a self paced course within weekly modules. It's being offered for 1.5 ASHA CEUs through with the option for 1 graduate level credit through Fitchburg State University. Register NowFebruary 19th, 2022Third Annual Podconference: SLP LiveSLP Live is here! And it couldn't be more in line with our mission - to break barriers in continuing education. We started SLP Nerdcast because we were so tired of the status quo of continuing ed - high pricing, traveling to conferences, and let's face it - huge companies profiting off of keeping knowledge behind a paywall. It shouldn't be so difficult - or expensive - to get knowledge that helps us be the best clinicians possible. Our mission is to change the field of continuing education and create PD that is convenient, helpful, and affordable. As SLPs our jobs are stressful. It should be easy for us to gain the knowledge we need to be the best clinicians we can be. We don't need the added stress of expensive conference pricing, traveling, and crowding into tiny conference rooms hoping for a chance to hear our favorite speakers.We teamed up with Speechie Side Up to co-host the third annual SLP Live Podconference, a podcast based conference that is affordable and convenient. . There is lineup of six incredible speakers to cover a range of topics, including neurodiversity, AAC, dyslexia, childhood apraxia of speech, and putting research to practice.SLP Live takes place on February 19th, 2022. The recorded podcourses will be FREE to listen to, with a small fee to earn a certificate or ASHA CEUs, attend the live event on February 19, 2022, or watch the webinars. The podcast courses that are part of the conference will release on February 21st, 2022, the Monday after the conference. Early Bird Registration is open until February 9th, 2022. Pay $29 to get access to ASHA CEUs and access to a private Facebook community, a playbook & episode transcriptions, course completion certificates, and ASHA CE reporting. You'll also get access to the courses until April 19th, 2022. There's also an option to upgrade to an All Access Pass that gets you access to a VIP Lounge with vendor perks and discounts AND Full membership access to Tassel Learning & SLP Nerdcast for 3 months. Use the code gettheworm22 to get early bird pricing and the discount before February 9th! Can't make the live event? No problem. Recordings will be available through April 19th, 2022.Register HereFebruary 21st, 2022Podcast Course: Putting Self-Care into Action to Prevent Burnout in the Helping ProfessionsWe had the chance to welcome Dr. Julie Slowiak onto our show. Julie is a researcher who studies burnout in helping professions. After the two years that we have had, the concept of burnout is so relevant - we all feel it. Julie walks us through how science views burnout, what we can do about it, and more importantly, how we can advocate to our employers to prevent burnout.Register HereFebruary 28th, 2022Podcast Course: A Crucial Alliance: SLPs and Mental Health ProfessionalsWe were joined by an old friend, Beverly Montgomery, who came to talk to us about the critical importance of collaboration with mental health professionals. She also reviewed the purposes and benefits of interprofessional collaboration, interprofessional education, and interprofessional practice. Beverly was a wealth of information, talking us through a decision making process for making mental health referrals and identifying collaborative mental health partners.Register HereWhat's Next?Stay tuned for more great stuff in the next few months, including our SLP Masterclass on Goal Writing and Progress Monitoring offered for a whopping 1.5 ASHA CEUs, courses related to the research to practice gap, developmental language disorder, and a webinar on allyship and neurodiversity. Follow us on social media for regular updates and announcements, and if you feel so inclined, leave us a review on your podcast player - it means the world to us! Write in anytime - we love hearing from all of you.__SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA continuing education credits, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! 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Get .1 ASHA CEU hereEpisode SummaryThis week we had the pleasure of welcoming an SLP household name, Nancy Kaufman. Nancy joined us to discuss all things Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS), including the Kaufman Speech to Language Protocol. We reviewed the compensatory placement approach and how these variables relate to evidence based practice. A big thank you to Nancy for joining us!Course AccommodationsYou can read the transcript for this courses using this link. You can also email us at ceu@slpnerdcast.comLearning OutcomesDescribe components involved in the Kaufman speech to language protocol Define compensatory placement and when this approach might be appropriateDescribe how the K-SLP approach might be used as part of evidence based practice Resources:The Kaufman Speech to Language ProtocolUsing Tactile Techniques to Improve Speech Clarity in Children with Childhood Apraxia of SpeechCarbone, V. J., Sweeney-Kerwin, E. J., Attanasio, V., & Kasper, T. (2010). Increasing The Vocal Responses Of Children With Autism And Developmental Disabilities Using Manual Sign Mand Training And Prompt Delay. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 43(4), 705-709. doi:10.1901/jaba.2010.43-705Course Disclosure - Course ContentThis course will focus on the Kaufman Speech to Language Protocol. Course Disclosure - Financial and In-KindFunding for this course was provided by one of our Corporate Sponsors, Medtravelers.Disclosures:Nancy Kaufman financial disclosures: Nancy is the author of materials and e-courses relative to the K-SLP methods that are sold through Northern Speech Services. She receives royalties on the sales. Nancy Kaufman non-fiancial disclosures: Nancy is the author of two webinars produced for Apraxia Kids that are carried in their online library.Kate Grandbois financial disclosures: Kate is the owner / founder of Grandbois Therapy + Consulting, LLC and co-founder of SLP Nerdcast. Kate Grandbois non-financial disclosures: Kate is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children. She is also a member of the Berkshire Association for Behavior Analysis and Therapy (BABAT), MassABA, the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) and the corresponding Speech Pathology and Applied Behavior Analysis SIG. Amy Wonkka financial disclosures: Amy is an employee of a public school system and co-founder for SLP Nerdcast. Amy Wonkka non-financial disclosures: Amy is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children.Time Ordered Agenda:15 minutes: Introduction, Disclaimers and Disclosures15 minutes: Descriptions of components involved in the Kaufman speech to language protocol 15 minutes: Descriptions of compensatory placement and when this approach might be appropriate10 minutes: Descriptions of how the K-SLP approach might be used as part of evidence based practice5 minutes: Summary and ClosingDisclaimerThe contents of this episode are not meant to replace clinical advice. SLP Nerdcast, its hosts and guests do not represent or endorse specific products or procedures mentioned during our episodes unless otherwise stated. We are NOT PhDs, but we do research our material. We do our best to provide a thorough review and fair representation of each topic that we tackle. That being said, it is always likely that there is an article we've missed, or another perspective that isn't shared. If you have something to add to the conversation, please email us! Wed love to hear from you!A big THANK YOU to our Corporate Sponsor, Medtravelers for the financial support to make this course possible!__SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA continuing education credits, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! You can find our complaint policy here. You can also:Follow us on instagramFollow us on facebookWe are thrilled to be listed in the Top 25 SLP Podcasts!Thank you FeedSpot!

Get .1 ASHA CEU hereIn this week's episode we are joined by Jill d'Braunstein, an experienced SLP passionate about supervision. Jill walks us through different components of ASHA requirements and highlights the importance of relationship building through the supervision process.Learning OutcomesDescribe ASHA requirements and the role of the SLP Supervisor/Mentor.Identify at least 2 common areas new graduates need additional guidance.Describe the importance of using a needs-based approach to increase the success of your CF's experience. Resources:Clinical Fellowship Skills InventoryASHA RESOURCES: A Guide to the ASHA Clinical Fellowship ExperienceASHA RESOURCES: Template for Tracking Supervisory Activities​ASHA RESOURCES: Supervision Requirements for Clinical Educators and Clinical Fellowship MentorsASHA RESOURCES: 2020 Clinical Fellowship Skills InventoryDisclosures:Jill D'Braunstein's financial disclosures: Jill is the owner of a private practice and JDB Speech a Teachers pay Teachers store. Jill D'Braunstein has no non-financial relationships to disclose.Kate Grandbois financial disclosures: Kate is the owner / founder of Grandbois Therapy + Consulting, LLC and co-founder of SLP Nerdcast. Kate Grandbois non-financial disclosures: Kate is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children. She is also a member of the Berkshire Association for Behavior Analysis and Therapy (BABAT), MassABA, the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) and the corresponding Speech Pathology and Applied Behavior Analysis SIG. Amy Wonkka financial disclosures: Amy is an employee of a public school system and co-founder for SLP Nerdcast. Amy Wonkka non-financial disclosures: Amy is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children.Time Ordered Agenda:15 minutes: Introduction, Disclaimers and Disclosures15 minutes: Review ASHA requirements and the role of the SLP Supervisor/Mentor15 minutes: Descriptions of common areas new graduates need additional guidance10 minutes: Descriptions of the importance of using a needs-based approach to increase the success of your CF's experience5 minutes: Summary and ClosingDisclaimerThe contents of this episode are not meant to replace clinical advice. SLP Nerdcast, its hosts and guests do not represent or endorse specific products or procedures mentioned during our episodes unless otherwise stated. We are NOT PhDs, but we do research our material. We do our best to provide a thorough review and fair representation of each topic that we tackle. That being said, it is always likely that there is an article we've missed, or another perspective that isn't shared. If you have something to add to the conversation, please email us! Wed love to hear from you!__SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA continuing education credits, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! You can find our complaint policy here. You can also:Follow us on instagramFollow us on facebookWe are thrilled to be listed in the Top 25 SLP Podcasts!Thank you FeedSpot!

Get .1 ASHA CEU hereEpisode SummaryIt's cozy on your private SLP island, but sometimes, you just gotta' visit some neighboring islands to get the job done. This week's episode with SLP-turned-cognitive-processing nerd, Tera Sumpter, invites you to leave Speech Island (figuratively and literally) and take an excursion to Brain Boss island so that you can help your clients learn the speech and language skills they (and you) strive for. Tune in to learn about a cognitive practice model that aims to improve client and student learning outcomes by developing and using the power of executive functioning - the foundation of all learning. You'll explore many of the sub-skills involved in overall executive functioning and learn strategies to improve your client's error awareness and therefore, your client's success.. This one is super engaging, so you won't need your Suduko or snacks, but Tera might try to sit in your auditory lap as she pours out this intervention gold that is bound to blow your mind as it did mine! Bon voyage!Learning OutcomesDefine executive functioning and describe its relationship to learningDefine the Cognitive Processes Model and how it relates to speech and language pathology.Identify at least two strategies for supporting executive functioning in speech and language therapyReferencesBarkley, R. A. (2020). Executive functions: What they are, how they work,and why they evolved. Guilford.Eagleman, D. (2021). Livewired. Anchor Canada.Mccloskey, G., Perkins, L. A., & Divner, B. V. (2008). Interventions for Executive Function Difficulties. Assessment and Intervention for Executive Function Difficulties, 177-231. doi:10.4324/9780203893753-9Sumpter, T. (2021). The seeds of learning: A cognitive processing model for speech, language, literacy and executive functioning. ELH PublisHing.Online ResourcesThe Seeds of Learning Online CommunitySpeaker Disclosures:Tera Sumpter financial disclosures: Tera receives royalties from ELH Publishing for her book, The Seeds of Learning: A Cognitive Processing Model for Speech, Language, Literacy and Executive Functioning. She is also the owner of a private practice Seeds of Learning, LLC. Tera Sumpter non-financial disclosures: Tera does not have any non-financial relationships to disclose.Kate Grandbois financial disclosures: Kate is the owner / founder of Grandbois Therapy + Consulting, LLC and co-founder of SLP Nerdcast. Kate Grandbois non-financial disclosures: Kate is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children. She is also a member of the Berkshire Association for Behavior Analysis and Therapy (BABAT), MassABA, the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) and the corresponding Speech Pathology and Applied Behavior Analysis SIG. Course Disclosure - Course ContentThis course will focus on the Cognitive Processes model. As this model is unique, the majority of this course will focus on and cover information that pertains to this model.Course Disclosure - Financial and In-KindFunding for this course was provided by one of our Corporate Sponsors, Vooks.Time Ordered Agenda:15 minutes: Introduction, Disclaimers and Disclosures25 minutes: Descriptions of executive functioning and describe its relationship to learning15 minutes: Descriptions of Cognitive Processes Model and how it relates to speech and language pathology.10 minutes: Descriptions of strategies for supporting executive functioning in speech and language therapy5 minutes: Summary and ClosingDisclaimerThe contents of this episode are not meant to replace clinical advice. SLP Nerdcast, its hosts and guests do not represent or endorse specific products or procedures mentioned during our episodes unless otherwise stated. We are NOT PhDs, but we do research our material. We do our best to provide a thorough review and fair representation of each topic that we tackle. That being said, it is always likely that there is an article we've missed, or another perspective that isn't shared. If you have something to add to the conversation, please email us! Wed love to hear from you!__SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA continuing education credits, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! You can find our complaint policy here. You can also:Follow us on instagramFollow us on facebookWe are thrilled to be listed in the Top 25 SLP Podcasts!Thank you FeedSpot!

2022 is here…How is that possible? Does anyone else still feel like it's the fall of 2019? The last year has flown by, but we are geared up for some really exciting stuff in 2022… And we are starting the year off with some of our favorite topics. We have a few surprises in store too.January 3rd, 2022Podcast Course: The Critical Importance of Executive Functioning with Tera Sumpter. Offered for .1 ASHA CEU.This episode with SLP-turned-cognitive-processing nerd, Tera Sumpter, invites you to leave Speech Island (figuratively and literally) and take an excursion to Brain Boss island so that you can help your clients learn the speech and language skills they (and you) strive for. Tune in to learn about a cognitive practice model that aims to improve client and student learning outcomes by developing and using the power of executive functioning - the foundation of all learning.Register hereJanuary 7th, 2022Call for Papers Opens!Would you like to come onto the show and present with us? Do you have something to teach your community? Our Call for Papers opens January 7th and we would love to read your submission. Our call for papers is analogue to a traditional conference. Your submission are reviewed by us in conjunction with our advisory board to create as close to a peer review process as possible. We accept submission across all topics related to the scope of speech and language pathology. We accept submissions that are rooted in EBP and give our listeners clinical takeaways that help them become better clinicians. We love topics that make us think or look at a problem through a different lense. To be accepted the presentation must include:3 clear learning objectivesprinciples of evidence-based practice with emphasis on clinical application and / or relevance?opportunities for listeners to extend their self-directed learning?align with previously identified learning needs of our audienceTo submit your proposal you will need to submit:your name or the authors namestopicproposed titleabstractlearning objectivesat least 3 relevant referencesbiorelevant financial and non-financial relationshipsSubmit your proposal hereJanuary 10th, 2022Podcast Course: Contribute to your field: Supervise a Clinical FellowIn this episode, our expert guest, Jill D'Braunstein, walks us through what it means to supervise a clinical fellow, and how participating in a CF experience is a major contribution to our field. This course is registered with ASHA under Supervision and can count towards your Supervision requirement.Register HereJanuary 19th, 2022Registration Opens with Early Bird Pricing: SLP Live ConferenceWe are so excited to announce that we are co-hosting a conference this year with Tassel, a speech pathology e-learning company. Tassel has hosted this conference before, and many of you have probably heard of it or attended it under the name SLP Live or SLP Connect. We are super excited about this. Follow our social media channels or subscribe to our email list to stay up to date on speakers, giveaways, vendor hall information, and more. January 20th, 2022Live Webinar: Introduction to Special Education LawWe are thrilled to welcome Danielle Green, Esq. for a live webinar to discuss all things special education law. This course is geared towards the school-based SLP who is interested in learning more about requirements under IDEA. Registration for this course is now open and seats are limited. This course is included in our Superfan Subscription.Register HereJanuary 24th, 2022Podcast Course: Childhood Apraxia of Speech with Nancy KaufmanWe had the pleasure of interviewing a speechie household name - Nancy Kaufman. Nancy joined us for an interview about all things motor speech. She walked us through her perspectives on childhood apraxia of speech that she has gained over years of experience. Register Here.January 31st, 2022Podcast Course: AAC Evaluation Basics Part 3: Documentation and Funding.This is the audio that came out of our first live podcast recording last spring! Join us for an hour and a half review of documentation and funding as it relates to augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) evaluations. We talk about data collection, how data relates to results and recommendations, and ethical considerations throughout the evaluation and funding process.Register HereWhat's Next?Stay tuned for more great stuff in the next few months, including a few big things we've been working on, including a free course in the first few weeks of January related to goal writing and progress monitoring. We are also opening our SLP Masterclass on goal writing and progress monitoring for the second in April and early bird pricing for that starts in February too. If you aren't on the waitlist, we highly recommend signing up to make sure you get a spot! Lots of great stuff to come - can't wait to share it with you all! __SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA continuing education credits, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! You can also:Follow us on instagramFollow us on facebookWe are thrilled to be listed in the Top 25 SLP Podcasts! Thank you FeedSpot!

Get .1 ASHA CEU hereEpisode SummaryCritical thinking and collaboration are essential in our field as a whole, but perhaps even more so when life itself is at stake. In this week's episode with Sara Penrod, you'll learn just how essential these constructs are in the daily work of an ICU SLP. Sara is a career-long medical SLP who has gained a tremendous level of super power in the critical care arena through her dedication to transdisciplinary, continuing education and fearless on-the-job training. If you're a med SLP looking to add to your own critical care toolbox, this episode has thought-provoking and practice-changing info to help you assess, support, counsel, and collaborate like a boss for your most vulnerable patients. If you're more of a looky-loo, curious about what the ICU SLP actually does that medical staff couldn't do on their own, come on in! You'll learn more than you expect and likely leave as I did, pleasantly surprised by just how much value a knowledgeable SLP can bring to a critical care team. This is a true, whole-body, whole-patient episode with lots of big words and even bigger ideas, including some shout outs to the power of a positive partnership with nurses- in many ways, the life-blood of the critical care unit and the thread that connects the intimate needs of the patient to the rest of the team.Course AccommodationsThe transcript for this course is provided below. You can also email us at ceu@slpnerdcast.comLearning OutcomesIdentify ways the SLP can address speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders in the ICU. List the reasons for obtaining and synthesizing the most up to date medical information before seeing a patient in the ICU. List factors that can contribute to success in therapy or confound SLP-specific diagnoses.ReferencesAshford, J. R. (2005, March). Pneumonia: Factors Beyond Aspiration. Perspectives in Swallowing and Swallowing Disorders (Dysphagia), 14, 10-16.Other ResourcesPodcast: Three Roles of the SLP in the ICU w/ Brooke Richardson, SLPFellowship: Johns Hopkins ICU Fellowship by applicationASHA: A Day in the Life of an Acute Care SLPArticle: The role of speech and language therapy in critical care by Jackie McRae from St Geogre's University Hospitals inLondon, UKMembership: MedSLP with Theresa Richard, SLPMembership: Dysphagia Research Society (DRS)Speaker Disclosures:Sara Penrod financial relationships: Sara is employed full time in an ICU setting. non-financial disclosures: Sara does not have any financial or non-financial relationships to disclose.Kate Grandbois financial disclosures: Kate is the owner / founder of Grandbois Therapy + Consulting, LLC and co-founder of SLP Nerdcast. Kate Grandbois non-financial disclosures: Kate is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children. She is also a member of the Berkshire Association for Behavior Analysis and Therapy (BABAT), MassABA, the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) and the corresponding Speech Pathology and Applied Behavior Analysis SIG. Course Disclosure - Financial and In-KindFunding for this course was provided by one of our Corporate Sponsors, Medtravelers. Time Ordered Agenda:15 minutes: Introduction, Disclaimers and Disclosures25 minutes: Descriptions of ways the SLP can address speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders in the ICU15 minutes: Descriptions of reasons for obtaining and synthesizing the most up to date medical information before seeing a patient in the ICU 10 minutes: Descriptions of factors that can contribute to success in therapy or confound SLP-specific diagnoses.5 minutes: Summary and ClosingDisclaimerThe contents of this episode are not meant to replace clinical advice. SLP Nerdcast, its hosts and guests do not represent or endorse specific products or procedures mentioned during our episodes unless otherwise stated. We are NOT PhDs, but we do research our material. We do our best to provide a thorough review and fair representation of each topic that we tackle. That being said, it is always likely that there is an article we've missed, or another perspective that isn't shared. If you have something to add to the conversation, please email us! Wed love to hear from you!__SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA continuing education credits, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! You can find our complaint policy here. You can also:Follow us on instagramFollow us on facebookWe are thrilled to be listed in the Top 25 SLP Podcasts!Thank you FeedSpot!

Get .1 ASHA CEU hereEpisode SummaryDoes the daunting task of delivering AAC services in your district have you “all up in a wad”?. Un-wad, keep calm, and tune in this week as a dynamic AAC-SLP leader, Vicki Clarke, walks us through the process of acknowledging and breaking down access and opportunity barriers to AAC service delivery in the school setting. Vicki offers a great combination of straight talk, humor, and expert guidance to help you and your team widen your focus to all stakeholders and environments so that you may offer wrap-around style services that extend beyond the shiny promises of the AAC tech alone. Learn about who to talk to and what to say as your entire school works together to adjust knowledge, skills, and attitudes for the sake of student success. Don't work in the schools? You'll still learn volumes from Vicki's decades of experience putting frameworks and support programs in place that help educators, therapists, parents and other partners gain the positive perspective and confidence they need to help the most complex of communicators.Learn more about Vicki here.Course AccommodationsThe transcript for this course is provided below. You can also email us at ceu@slpnerdcast.comLearning OutcomesListeners will be able to identify the 2 primary categories of barriers to AAC implementation in schools as defined by Beukelman & Mirenda's Participation ModelListeners will be able to Identify 3 specific barriers faced in their setting. Listeners will be able to Identify 3 solutions to explore to address barriers present in their settingReferencesBeukelman, D. R., & Mirenda, P. (2013). Augmentative and alternative communication: Supporting children and adults with complex communication needs. Paul H. Brookes.Heath, C., & Heath, D. (2010). Made to stick: Why some ideas survive and others die. Random House.Kent-Walsh, J., & Mcnaughton, D. (2005). Communication Partner Instruction in AAC: Present Practices and Future Directions. Augmentative and Alternative Communication, 21(3), 195-204. doi:10.1080/07434610400006646Senner, J. E., & Baud, M. R. (2016). The Use of an Eight-Step Instructional Model to Train School Staff in Partner-Augmented Input. Communication Disorders Quarterly, 38(2), 89-95. doi:10.1177/1525740116651251Soto, G. (1997). Special education teacher attitudes toward AAC: Preliminary survey. Augmentative and Alternative Communication,13(3), 186-197. doi:10.1080/07434619712331278008Online ResourcesPraactical AAC: https://praacticalaac.org/The SETT Framework by Dr. Joy Zabala: https://www.joyzabala.com/Speaker Disclosures:Vicki Clarke financial disclosures: Vicki is a co-owner of Dynamic Therapy Associates and DTA Schools, AACchicks AT Teachers Pay Teacher, Xceptional Education Leader, and is a paid speaker at state and national venues. Vicki Clarke non-financial disclosures: Vicki has non-financial working relationships with SGD manufacturers, AAC app developers and materials developers for students with special needs including News-2-You, Tobii Dynavox, PRC Saltillo, Control Bionics, Forbes Rehab Services, Ablenet, Eye Tech and AhVAZ. Vicki consults pro bono for various speech generating device manufactures, app developers (educational, AAC and speech pathology related).Kate Grandbois financial disclosures: Kate is the owner / founder of Grandbois Therapy + Consulting, LLC and co-founder of SLP Nerdcast. Kate Grandbois non-financial disclosures: Kate is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children. She is also a member of the Berkshire Association for Behavior Analysis and Therapy (BABAT), MassABA, the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) and the corresponding Speech Pathology and Applied Behavior Analysis SIG. Amy Wonkka financial disclosures: Amy is an employee of a public school system and co-founder for SLP Nerdcast. Amy Wonkka non-financial disclosures: Amy is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children.Course Disclosure - Financial and In-KindFunding for this course was provided by one of our Corporate Sponsors, Medtravelers.Time Ordered Agenda:15 minutes: Introduction, Disclaimers and Disclosures25 minutes: Descriptions of primary categories of barriers to AAC implementation in schools as defined by Beukelman & Mirenda's Participation Model15 minutes: Descriptions of barriers faced in their setting 10 minutes: Descriptions of solutions to explore to address barriers present in their setting5 minutes: Summary and ClosingDisclaimerThe contents of this episode are not meant to replace clinical advice. SLP Nerdcast, its hosts and guests do not represent or endorse specific products or procedures mentioned during our episodes unless otherwise stated. We are NOT PhDs, but we do research our material. We do our best to provide a thorough review and fair representation of each topic that we tackle. That being said, it is always likely that there is an article we've missed, or another perspective that isn't shared. If you have something to add to the conversation, please email us! Wed love to hear from you!__SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA continuing education credits, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! You can find our complaint policy here. You can also:Follow us on instagramFollow us on facebookWe are thrilled to be listed in the Top 25 SLP Podcasts!Thank you FeedSpot!

Get .1 ASHA CEU hereUpdate: This episode was recorded about 6 months before it was released. In that time several resources become available that we wanted to include as part of the show notes and resource list. This is a great example of how quickly resources can change and how important it is for us as clinicians to shift our thinking and stay on top of newly published work and resources! The updated resources are as follows:There is now a published voice questionnaire for non-binary folx:Shefcik, G., Tsai, P. (2021). Voice-related experience of nonbinary individuals (VENI) development and validity. Journal of Voice, published online 01/28/21. DOI: :https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jvoice.2020.12.037The Trans Voice Initiative is an organization that seeks to open the gates for intersectional trans leadership in the field of Speech-Language Pathology, and ultimately drastically improve the quality of care to the transgender community. You can learn more about their work at www.transvoiceinitiative.com or on social media channels at @transvoiceinitiative.Transplaining has launched a 3 graduate credit course in partnership with Fitchburg State University on Intersectional Cultural Responsiveness in Speech and Language Pathology. It's being offered for for 3 graduate level credits and ! That's an automatic ACE award! You can find more information on transplaining.info. There is also a new site that our episode guest, AC Goldberg, Ph. D., CCC-SLP, is developing for this work, thecreditsinstitute.com. CREDIT stands for Culturally Responsive Education Diversity & Inclusion Training. Episode SummaryThe voice is like a fingerprint-a source of identity and an instrument used for not just communication, but connection. For some, this fingerprint does not align with other elements of their identity, motivating them to take on the hard work of forming new voice “habits” to reach their goals. In this episode, SLP's Barb Worth and AC Goldberg return to the podcast to share their perspective on how best to support individuals who are seeking gender aligning voice intervention. Tune in to explore tangible and compassionate evaluation and intervention strategies that are client-centered, culturally competent, and evidence-based. You'll get a refresher on the larynx and the vocal process, as well as some helpful reminders on the importance of helping clients reach their goals, not yours, or those of society at large.Learn more about AC and Barb here.Course AccommodationsThe transcript for this course is provided below. You can also email us at ceu@slpnerdcast.comLearning OutcomesIdentify at least two steps you can take towards cultural and clinical competency in the area of gender-affirming voice and communication training. Describe at least two components of a gender-affirming voice and communication evaluation.Describe at least three potential therapy targets areas for a client receiving gender-affirming voice and communication training.References: Adler, R. (2017). The SLP as counselor for the transgender client. Perspectives of the ASHA Special Interest Groups, 2(10), 92–101. https://doi.org/10.1044/persp2.SIG10.92Adler, R., Hirsch, S., & Pickering, J. (Eds.). (2018). Voice and communication therapy for the transgender/gender diverse client: A comprehensive clinical guide (3rd ed.). San Diego, CA: Plural.American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. (2016). Code of ethics [Ethics]. Retrieved from www.asha.org/policy/American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. (2017). Issues in ethics: Cultural and linguistic competence. Retrieved from www.asha.org/Practice/ethics/Cultural-and-Linguistic-Competence/Carew, L., Dacakis, G., & Oates, J. (2007). The effectiveness of oral resonance therapy on the perception of femininity of voice in male-to-female transsexuals. Journal of Voice, 21,591–603. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jvoice.2006.05.005Dacakis, G., Davies, S. The Transwomen Voice Questionnaire (Formerly TVQ MTF) ). (2012) Retrieved from: http://www.shelaghdavies.com/questionnaire/Dacakis, G., Davies, S., Oates, J. M., Douglas, J. M., & Johnston, J. R. (2013). Development and preliminary evaluation of the Transsexual Voice Questionnaire for male-to-female transsexuals. Journal of Voice, 27, 312–320. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jvoice.2012.11.005Dacakis, G., Oates, J. M., & Douglas, J. M. (2017b). Further evidence of the construct validity of the Transsexual Voice Questionnaire (TVQMtF) using principal components analysis. Journal of Voice, 31, 142–148. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jvoice.2016.07.001Davies, S. (2017). The evidence behind the practice: A review of WPATH suggested guidelines in transgender voice and communication. Perspectives of the ASHA Special Interest Groups, 2(10), 64–73. https://doi.org/10.1044/persp2.SIG10.64Davies, S., Papp, V., & Antoni, C. (2015). Voice and communication for gender nonconforming individuals: Giving voice to the person inside. International Journal of Transgenderism, 1, 117–159. https://doi.org/10.1080/15532739.2015.1075931Gender Spectrum Voice and Communication (Private Facebook Group) 2021 Goldberg, AC., (2019). Our transgender language choices make all the differences The ASHA Leader, 24(4). .https://doi.org/10.1044/leader.FMP.24042019.6Hancock, A. B., & Garabedian, L. M. (2013). Transgender voice and communication treatment: A retrospective chart review of 25 cases. International Journal of Language and Communication Disorders, 45, 313–324. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1460-6984.2012.00185.xHirsch, S. (2017). Combining voice, speech science and art approaches to resonant challenges in transgender voice and communication training. Perspectives of the ASHA Special Interest Groups, 2(10), 74–82. https://doi.org/10.1044/persp2.SIG10.74Mills, M., Stoneham, G. (2017). The voice book for trans and non-binary people. London: Jessica Kingsley. World Professional Association for Transgender Health. (2011). Standards of care for the health of transsexual, transgender, and gender nonconforming people (7th version). Retrieved from https://www.wpath.org/media/cms/Documents/Web%20Transfer/SOC/Standards%20of%20Care%20V7%20-%202011%20WPATH.pdf Disclosures:AC Goldberg financial disclosures: AC is employed full time as an speech pathologist working primarily in gender voice modifcation and is the founder and co-owner of transplaining.info AC Goldberg non-financial disclosures: AC is a person of transgender experience, which gives me (him) personal perspective. Barb Worth financial disclosures: Barb is a Clinical and Academic InstructorCommunication Sciences and Disorders at Emerson College. She instructs students in the delivery of voice services to all populations. Barb Worth non-financial disclosures: Barb has a decade of experience working with the TGNC population.Kate Grandbois financial disclosures: Kate is the owner / founder of Grandbois Therapy + Consulting, LLC and co-founder of SLP Nerdcast. Kate Grandbois non-financial disclosures: Kate is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children. She is also a member of the Berkshire Association for Behavior Analysis and Therapy (BABAT), MassABA, the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) and the corresponding Speech Pathology and Applied Behavior Analysis SIG. Amy Wonkka financial disclosures: Amy is an employee of a public school system and co-founder for SLP Nerdcast. Amy Wonkka non-financial disclosures: Amy is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children.Time Ordered Agenda:15 minutes: Introduction, Disclaimers and Disclosures25 minutes: Review steps you can take towards cultural and clinical competency in the area of gender-affirming voice and communication training15 minutes: Descriptions of components of a gender-affirming voice and communication evaluation10 minutes: Descriptions of potential therapy targets areas for a client receiving gender-affirming voice and communication training5 minutes: Summary and ClosingDisclaimerThe contents of this episode are not meant to replace clinical advice. SLP Nerdcast, its hosts and guests do not represent or endorse specific products or procedures mentioned during our episodes unless otherwise stated. We are NOT PhDs, but we do research our material. We do our best to provide a thorough review and fair representation of each topic that we tackle. That being said, it is always likely that there is an article we've missed, or another perspective that isn't shared. If you have something to add to the conversation, please email us! Wed love to hear from you!__SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA continuing education credits, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! You can find our complaint policy here. You can also:Follow us on instagramFollow us on facebookWe are thrilled to be listed in the Top 25 SLP Podcasts!Thank you FeedSpot!

Tis the season…It's the season… the season of holidays, family, sweets, some (hopefully) time off of work, the sun going down way too early…. oh and cramming for CEUs before the deadline of 12/31! We hope many of you got a chance to participate in our SLP Nerdcast Sale Extravaganza that started on Black Friday. If you missed it, no worries, the Sale Extravaganza is on until 9:00 AM EST on Friday December 3rd. Every day at 9:00 AM we spin a wheel - yes, it's an actual wheel - to pick the deal of the day. The deal is available for 24 hours - we hope it helps everyone cram in the CEUs they need before the year comes to an end!We have some good stuff in store this month! Check it out:December 9th, 2021 Live Webinar: Time Saving Tips for SLPs: Technology to Manage Your Workload. Offered for .1 ASHA CEU.Our guest, Michelle Boisvert, will join us to review the top six most time-consuming workload responsibilities for school-based SLPs and provide time-saving tips to help reduce workload management. There will be a focus on strategies to prioritize technology and discussions of the software, collaborative platforms, websites, and apps currently in the market. This workshop will help SLP's of all levels understand technology as it will contain real-world applications and experiences. Register here.December 13th, 2021Podcast Course: Optimizing AAC Implementation in Schools: Barriers and Solutions.In this episode, our expert guest, Vicki Clarke, walks us through the process of acknowledging and breaking down access and opportunity barriers to AAC service delivery in the school setting. Vicki offers a great combination of straight talk, humor, and expert guidance to help you and your team widen your focus to all stakeholders and environments to offer wrap-around style services that extend beyond the shiny promises of the AAC tech alone. Pre-order here.December 20th, 2021Podcast Course: A Day in the ICU with Sara Penrod.In this episode, our expert guest Sara Penrod, who is a career-long medical SLP, walks us through thought-provoking and practice-changing info related to working in an intensive care unit. This is a true, whole-body, whole-patient episode with lots of big words and even bigger ideas, including some shout outs to the power of a positive partnership with nurses- in many ways, the life-blood of the critical care unit and the thread that connects the intimate needs of the patient to the rest of the team. Pre-register here.What's Next?We everyone enjoys the holiday season and has a safe and Happy New Year! We have a lot of great stuff coming in the beginning of the new year, including two really great live webinars. The first is TOTALLY FREE - we are hosting a completely free live webinar on goal writing and progress monitoring in speech and language pathology. It will be offered for .1 ASHA CEUs - free to attend, and free ASHA CEU processing. Just because. The second is really exciting - we are welcoming an attorney to discuss the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the SLP. There are waitlists for both of these webinars on our website and you will be able to register soon. Our podcast course lineup for January is stellar too, including topics on executive functioning, supervision, and childhood apraxia of speech. Stay tuned for more info, follow us on our social media channels or subscribe to our email list for the most up to date information. As always, if you feel so included please leave us a review in your podcast player it would mean a ton to us - Thanks so much for listening! __SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA continuing education credits, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! You can also:Follow us on instagramFollow us on facebookWe are thrilled to be listed in the Top 25 SLP Podcasts! Thank you FeedSpot!

Get .1 ASHA CEU hereEpisode SummaryThere's a bear in the hallway outside the break room. I know, highly unlikely for most of you, but stick with me. This is a legit bear, and he's hungry. What do you do? Fight, flight, freeze, or fawn? Your past experiences will likely shape your response to this incredibly terrifying albeit highly unlikely situation, and that is what this week's episode is all about. In this episode, Nicole Moore and Dr. Ali Arena joined Kate and Amy on the couch to have a real discussion about the impacts of trauma on our students and clients with communication challenges. This duo brings a unique collage of perspectives, merging the field of trauma counseling with communication and social support to help us understand where trauma can pop up for our clients and what we should and shouldn't be doing about it as holistic care providers and trusted confidants. Tune in to learn about the impacts of “little T's” and “big T's” on executive functioning, and find out how you can be a better observer and listener to identify signs of trauma and to develop a plan for supporting potential impacts in your sessions. There's fun brain stuff for Amy, soap boxes for Kate, and all jokes aside, a mindful and realistic look at a very important topic that anyone working with human beings should be aware of.Learn more about Ali and Nicole here.Course AccommodationsThe transcript for this course is provided below. You can also email us at ceu@slpnerdcast.comLearning Outcomes Define both Big T & Little T traumaLearn social and emotional tactics to address trauma Signs to be aware of when working with both kids and adults References:Harris, R. (2008). The Happiness Trap: How to stop struggling and start living. Boston, MA: Trumpeter.Online Resources:The Center MethodHeadspace: www.headspace.comStop, Breathe, & Think: (for guided meditations): www.stopbreathethink.com Stop, Breathe, & Think Kids: https://www.stopbreathethink.com/kids/Calm: www.calm.comTen Percent Happier: www.tenpercent.comTimeless: www.timeless-meditation.usInsight Timer: www.insighttimer.comBreath+: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/breathe-simple-breath-trainer/id1106998959Disclosures:Dr. Ali Arena Financial Disclosures: is the owner or Ali Arena Communications. Dr. Ali Arena non-financial disclosures: Dr. Arena is a member of ASHA and licensed speech and language pathologist and board certified behavior analyst Nicole Moore Financial Disclosures: is the owner of The Center Method. Nicole Moore non-financial disclosures: psychotherapist and licensed marriage and family therapist, trauma specialist and trauma related disordersKate Grandbois financial disclosures: Kate is the owner / founder of Grandbois Therapy + Consulting, LLC and co-founder of SLP Nerdcast. Kate Grandbois non-financial disclosures: Kate is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children. She is also a member of the Berkshire Association for Behavior Analysis and Therapy (BABAT), MassABA, the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) and the corresponding Speech Pathology and Applied Behavior Analysis SIG. Amy Wonkka financial disclosures: Amy is an employee of a public school system and co-founder for SLP Nerdcast. Amy Wonkka non-financial disclosures: Amy is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children.Time Ordered Agenda:15 minutes: Introduction, Disclaimers and Disclosures25 minutes: Review of the definition of Bit T and Little T15 minutes: Descriptions of social and emotional tactics to address trauma 10 minutes: Descriptions of working with both kids and adults who experience trauma5 minutes: Summary and ClosingDisclaimerThe contents of this episode are not meant to replace clinical advice. SLP Nerdcast, its hosts and guests do not represent or endorse specific products or procedures mentioned during our episodes unless otherwise stated. We are NOT PhDs, but we do research our material. We do our best to provide a thorough review and fair representation of each topic that we tackle. That being said, it is always likely that there is an article we've missed, or another perspective that isn't shared. If you have something to add to the conversation, please email us! Wed love to hear from you!__SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA continuing education credits, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! You can find our complaint policy here. You can also:Follow us on instagramFollow us on facebookWe are thrilled to be listed in the Top 25 SLP Podcasts!Thank you FeedSpot!

Get .1 ASHA CEU hereEpisode SummaryHey SLP's! Don't be distracted by the shiny AAC penny! It's all about language therapy and you've got this! This week, we welcome back Dr. Cathy Binger and Dr. Jennifer Kent-Walsh to share their pearls of wisdom around using typical language development to guide AAC practice. Tune in to focus on “the big C in AAC” as Dr. Binger and Dr. Kent-Walsh urge us to focus on language rather than technology as we support complex communicators to achieve their full communicative potential and give them access to the building blocks of language that they deserve. You'll learn how to start off right with goals and objectives that hold language and communication at the center, you'll hear all about the importance of getting a good grasp on receptive language using a variety of tools, and you'll round out the hour learning how to use these starting points to develop a solid AAC intervention plan using what you already know about-pragmatics, semantics, and syntax. This is a passionate episode that emphasizes progress over perfection and acknowledges the messiness of learning language for all young communicators, not just those with complex needs.Learn more about Cathy Binger and Jennifer Kent-Walsh here.Course AccommodationsThe transcript for this course is provided below. You can also email us at ceu@slpnerdcast.comLearning OutcomesDiscuss the importance of applying a developmental model to aided AAC language learning. List the language domains that should be considered when providing AAC language intervention.Describe evidence that supports an early focus on semantic and grammatical development for preliterate children who use aided AAC. ReferencesBinger, C., Kent-Walsh, J., & King, M. (2017). Dynamic Assessment for 3- and 4-Year-Old Children Who Use Augmentative and Alternative Communication: Evaluating Expressive Syntax. Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research, 60(7), 1946-1958. doi:10.1044/2017_jslhr-l-15-0269Binger, C., Kent-Walsh, J., King, M., & Mansfield, L. (2017). Early Sentence Productions of 3- and 4-Year-Old Children Who Use Augmentative and Alternative Communication. Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research, 60(7), 1930-1945. doi:10.1044/2017_jslhr-l-15-0408Binger, C., Kent-Walsh, J., King, M., Webb, E., & Buenviaje, E. (2016). Early Sentence Productions of 5-Year-Old Children Who Use Augmentative and Alternative Communication. Communication Disorders Quarterly, 38(3), 131-142. doi:10.1177/1525740116655804Binger, C., Maguire-Marshall, M., & Kent-Walsh, J. (2011). Using Aided AAC Models, Recasts, and Contrastive Targets to Teach Grammatical Morphemes to Children Who Use AAC. Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research, 54(1), 160-176. doi:10.1044/1092-4388(2010/09-0163)Soto, G., & Clarke, M. T. (2017). Effects of a Conversation-Based Intervention on the Linguistic Skills of Children With Motor Speech Disorders Who Use Augmentative and Alternative Communication. Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research, 60(7), 1980-1998. doi:10.1044/2016_jslhr-l-15-0246Tönsing, K. M. (2015). Supporting the Production of Graphic Symbol Combinations by Children with Limited Speech: A Comparison of Two AAC systems. Journal of Developmental and Physical Disabilities, 28(1), 5-29. doi:10.1007/s10882-015-9425-5Tönsing, K. M., Dada, S., & Alant, E. (2014). Teaching Graphic Symbol Combinations to Children with Limited Speech During Shared Story Reading. Augmentative and Alternative Communication, 30(4), 279-297. doi:10.3109/07434618.2014.965846Speaker Disclosures:Cathy Binger financial disclosures: Cathy is employed by the University of New Mexico; she receives grant funding from the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders that supports her work on the topic we'll be discussing today. Cathy Binger non-financial disclosures: Cathy does not have any non-financial relationships to disclose. Jennifer Kent-Walsh financial disclosures: Jennifer is employed by the University of Central Florida; she receives grant funding from the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders that supports her work on the topic we'll be discussing today. Jennifer does not have any non-financial relationships to disclose.Kate Grandbois financial disclosures: Kate is the owner / founder of Grandbois Therapy + Consulting, LLC and co-founder of SLP Nerdcast. Kate Grandbois non-financial disclosures: Kate is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children. She is also a member of the Berkshire Association for Behavior Analysis and Therapy (BABAT), MassABA, the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) and the corresponding Speech Pathology and Applied Behavior Analysis SIG. Amy Wonkka financial disclosures: Amy is an employee of a public school system and co-founder for SLP Nerdcast. Amy Wonkka non-financial disclosures: Amy is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children.Course Disclosure - Financial and In-KindFunding for this course was provided by one of our Corporate Sponsors, DTA Schools. Time Ordered Agenda:15 minutes: Introduction, Disclaimers and Disclosures25 minutes: Descriptions of the importance of applying a developmental model to aided AAC language learning15 minutes: Descriptions of the language domains that should be considered when providing AAC language intervention 10 minutes: Descriptions of the evidence that supports an early focus on semantic and grammatical development for preliterate children who use aided AAC.5 minutes: Summary and ClosingDisclaimerThe contents of this episode are not meant to replace clinical advice. SLP Nerdcast, its hosts and guests do not represent or endorse specific products or procedures mentioned during our episodes unless otherwise stated. We are NOT PhDs, but we do research our material. We do our best to provide a thorough review and fair representation of each topic that we tackle. That being said, it is always likely that there is an article we've missed, or another perspective that isn't shared. If you have something to add to the conversation, please email us! Wed love to hear from you!__SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA continuing education credits, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! You can find our complaint policy here. You can also:Follow us on instagramFollow us on facebookWe are thrilled to be listed in the Top 25 SLP Podcasts!Thank you FeedSpot!

Get .1 ASHA CEU hereThis week's episode includes a free graphic organizer created by our guest. It may be helpful to download the handout first and have it handy while listening.Episode SummaryI'm just going to put it out there-motor speech is hard. Is it Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS) or not? How do I know for sure? What do I do to help?! Are the speech police going to come take my C's away if I don't do it right? This week, Apraxia extraordinaire Mike Bright returns, offering illuminating tools and strategies to help you look at (and listen to) your students' speech sound challenges in a whole new way. If you're a CAS newbie, you might want to tune in to previous episodes with Mike to get the basics before diving in here. This episode is the first of its kind on SLP Nerdcast, blending engaging case study audio with a graphic organizer on steroids to help improve your clinical ear and motor speech-related reasoning. Get the scoop on what to listen for to help you answer those tough motor speech differential dx questions and apply theory to practice as you listen along with Kate and Amy for the unique speech features often present in children with motor speech difficulties. Tune in to get some new “ear glasses” and start seeing real progress in those tough speech cases. No speech police, promise. Learn more about Mike Bright here.Course AccommodationsThe transcript for this course is provided below. You can also email us at ceu@slpnerdcast.comLearning Outcomes1. Identify three symptoms suggestive of motor speech difficulty.2. Identify a framework for prioritizing treatment objectives.ReferencesShriberg, L. D., Lohmeier, H. L., Campbell, T. F., Dollaghan, C. A., Green, J. R., & Moore, C. A. (2009). A Nonword Repetition Task for Speakers With Misarticulations: The Syllable Repetition Task (SRT). Journal of Speech, Language, and Hearing Research, 52(5), 1189-1212. doi:10.1044/1092-4388(2009/08-0047)Speaker Disclosures:Mike Bright Financial Disclosures: Mike is the owner of Bright Speech and Language, LLC. Non-financial: "Recognized by Apraxia Kids for Advanced Training and Expertise in Childhood Apraxia of Speech"Kate Grandbois financial disclosures: Kate is the owner / founder of Grandbois Therapy + Consulting, LLC and co-founder of SLP Nerdcast. Kate Grandbois non-financial disclosures: Kate is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children. She is also a member of the Berkshire Association for Behavior Analysis and Therapy (BABAT), MassABA, the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) and the corresponding Speech Pathology and Applied Behavior Analysis SIG. Amy Wonkka financial disclosures: Amy is an employee of a public school system and co-founder for SLP Nerdcast. Amy Wonkka non-financial disclosures: Amy is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children.Course Disclosure - Financial and In-KindFunding for this course was provided by one of our Corporate Sponsors, Easy Report Pro. Easy Report Pro did not contribute to the content of this course.Time Ordered Agenda:15 minutes: Introduction, Disclaimers and Disclosures25 minutes: Descriptions of a framework for organizing symptoms of motor speech difficulty45 minutes: Descriptions of case studies highlighting symptoms of motor speech difficulty5 minutes: Summary and ClosingDisclaimerThe contents of this episode are not meant to replace clinical advice. SLP Nerdcast, its hosts and guests do not represent or endorse specific products or procedures mentioned during our episodes unless otherwise stated. We are NOT PhDs, but we do research our material. We do our best to provide a thorough review and fair representation of each topic that we tackle. That being said, it is always likely that there is an article we've missed, or another perspective that isn't shared. If you have something to add to the conversation, please email us! Wed love to hear from you!A big THANK YOU to our Corporate Sponsor, Easy Report Pro for the financial support to make this course possible! To learn more about Easy Report Pro visit https://www.easyreportpro.com/__SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA continuing education credits, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! You can find our complaint policy here. You can also:Follow us on instagramFollow us on facebookWe are thrilled to be listed in the Top 25 SLP Podcasts!Thank you FeedSpot!

Fall is here.We hope everyone out there has settled into the season. Here in New England we are surrounded by beautiful leaves and pumpkin patches. Amy is in heaven. Kate is still in denial that the summer is over. Regardless, we are excited for whats in store over the next few months! Here's what's you can expect in the month of November:November 1st, 2021 Podcast Course: Listening with a Clinical Ear: Motor Speech Case Studies with Mike Bright. You asked, we listened: this is a much awaited episode where we listen to audio tracks with a motor speech specialist, Mike Bright. We've had Mike on the show before and it never disappoints. We couldn't fit it all into an hour, so this hour and a half long episode is offered for .15 ASHA CEUs. Mike also created a free handout for our listeners to download that is a worksheet you can use to help you categorize and listen for different aspects of motor speech when working with clients. It might be helpful for you to download it before you listen. November 8th, 2021Podcast Course: AAC and Language Development: Back to BasicsIn this episode we had the pleasure of welcoming two researchers onto the show, Dr. Cathy Binger and Dr. Jennifer Kent-Walsh. They walked us through the importance of continuing to revisit language development when working in the field of AAC. This episode is near and dear to our hearts and we are excited to share it with you all. Offered for .1 ASHA CEU. Pre-order here.November 15th, 2021Podcast Course: Trauma and Communication We learned so much from our guests, Dr. Ali Arena, Ed. D., CCC-SLP, BCBA and Nicole Moore, MA, LMFT. Their different clinical backgrounds and collaboration bring an incredibly unique perspective to the concept of trauma and communication. After learning from them it was clear to us how critical it is to prioritize trauma informed care in the practice of speech and language pathology. Offered for .1 ASHA CEU. Pre-register here.November 22nd, 2021We are taking a week off for Thanksgiving! We hope everyone has a warm, safe, and wonderful holiday.November 29th, 2021Podcast Course: Diving into Gender Aligning Voice Work: Underlying Principles and PracticeAC Goldberg, Ph. D., CCC-SLP and Barb Worth, MS, CCC-SLP joined us again to dive into the clinical principles of gender aligning voice work. If you haven't already listened to our episode on cultural competency for this area of study we strongly recommend doing so. Offered for .1 ASHA CEU. Pre-register here.What's Next?Stay tuned for a preview of December 2021 - we have a great live course coming out about technology and workload management with Dr. Michelle Boisvert - you can preregister for that now as well. We also have podcast episodes / courses on AAC in schools and SLPs working in an ICU - super interesting and really inspiring stuff. Reach out anytime with questions!__SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA continuing education credits, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! You can also:Follow us on instagramFollow us on facebookWe are thrilled to be listed in the Top 25 SLP Podcasts! Thank you FeedSpot!

Get .1 ASHA CEU hereEpisode SummaryWhat is harder (and even more rewarding, I might add) than supporting the communication development of tiny humans? Well, providing early intervention to tiny humans with complex communication needs, of course. Graduate training certainly doesn't prepare us for everything and most SLP's get minimal to no didactic or clinical exposure to early intervention OR supporting complex communicators, making this mash-up a true head scratcher for many of us. I had the pleasure of joining Kate and Amy this week to geek out on AAC and try my best to demystify some of the barriers that SLP's in the early intervention setting encounter when trying their darndest to serve complex communicators and their families. Tune in for some validation, some practical advice, and hopefully some reassurance as you navigate this complicated territory, given minimal resources across the board. We'll chat about coaching, teaming, and joy, and offer some myth-busting insights to help you stop chasing those “unicorns” that often result in delayed introduction of AAC tools and strategies to children under the age of three years. Hang in there EI SLP-you got this, and your Nerds have your back!Learn more about Tanna here.Course AccommodationsThe transcript for this course is provided below. You can also email us at ceu@slpnerdcast.comLearning OutcomesIdentify at least two barriers to AAC implementation in an early intervention settingIdentify at least 5 strategies to overcome barriers to AAC implementation in an early intervention settingIdentify at least 2 resources for expanding scope of competence in AAC for early intervention cliniciansReferencesLight, J., & Mcnaughton, D. (2015). Designing AAC Research and Intervention to Improve Outcomes for Individuals with Complex Communication Needs. Augmentative and Alternative Communication, 31(2), 85-96. doi:10.3109/07434618.2015.1036458During this episode a stack of literature was references on AACcessible.org. You can access that stack here.Online ResourcesAAC Early Starts Conference: https://www.theaacacademy.org/course/aac-early-starts-conferenceAAC Early Starts Call for Papers: https://www.aaccessible.org/call-for-papersPerkins School for the Blind: https://www.perkins.org/DIR / Floortime: https://www.icdl.com/The Hanen Center: http://www.hanen.org/Home.aspxSpeaker Disclosures:Tanna Neufeld financial disclosures: Tanna receives a salary from the University of Washington, and receives donations for consultation services, mentoring services, course offerings, and products on AACcessible.org. A portion of these donations is used to subsidize overhead costs for an organization which she founded and directs. Tanna receives honorariums for speaking at conferences and workshops in the Seattle Community. She is a paid advisor and consultant for Goally, an assistive technology company. She is also a seller on Teachers Pay Teachers and Boom Learning, for which she receives funds for her products.Tanna Neufeld non-financial disclosures: Tanna is a member of ASHA and ASHA SIG 1, 11, and 12. She is president on the board of AACcessible Foundation and a volunteer, contributing editor for SLP Nerdcast. Kate Grandbois financial disclosures: Kate is the owner / founder of Grandbois Therapy + Consulting, LLC and co-founder of SLP Nerdcast. Kate Grandbois non-financial disclosures: Kate is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children. She is also a member of the Berkshire Association for Behavior Analysis and Therapy (BABAT), MassABA, the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) and the corresponding Speech Pathology and Applied Behavior Analysis SIG. Amy Wonkka financial disclosures: Amy is an employee of a public school system and co-founder for SLP Nerdcast. Amy Wonkka non-financial disclosures: Amy is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children.Course Disclosure - Financial and In-KindFunding for this course was provided by one of our Corporate Sponsors, Medtravelers. Time Ordered Agenda:15 minutes: Introduction, Disclaimers and Disclosures25 minutes: Descriptions of barriers to AAC implementation in an early intervention setting15 minutes: Descriptions of strategies to overcome barriers to AAC implementation in an early intervention setting 10 minutes: Descriptions of resources for expanding scope of competence in AAC for early intervention clinicians5 minutes: Summary and ClosingA big THANK YOU to our Corporate Sponsor, Med Travelers for the financial support to make this course possible! To learn more about Med Travelers visit https://www.medtravelers.com/ DisclaimerThe contents of this episode are not meant to replace clinical advice. SLP Nerdcast, its hosts and guests do not represent or endorse specific products or procedures mentioned during our episodes unless otherwise stated. We are NOT PhDs, but we do research our material. We do our best to provide a thorough review and fair representation of each topic that we tackle. That being said, it is always likely that there is an article we've missed, or another perspective that isn't shared. If you have something to add to the conversation, please email us! Wed love to hear from you!__SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA continuing education credits, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! You can find our complaint policy here. You can also:Follow us on instagramFollow us on facebookWe are thrilled to be listed in the Top 25 SLP Podcasts!Thank you FeedSpot!

Get .1 ASHA CEU hereEpisode SummaryA wise Nerd once said “Stuttering doesn't happen in a vacuum”, and neither should our stuttering therapy. That wise “stutter nerd” is Nina Reeves and she is back on the mic for this week's episode sharing some straight talk about the how and why of involving the whole village in intervention for students who stutter. If you haven't already listened to the other wise stuff that Nina has shared on the podcast, check them out here. Like so many of us in the field, you likely have some feels around the idea of stuttering intervention, let alone talking about stuttering with parents and teachers. This episode hits on the feels and lays out your mission- to create a long term support system for students who stutter by helping all stakeholders understand stuttering as well as the lived experience of the person who stutters. This episode has some warm-and-fuzzies with a strong core of evidence based practice, emphasizing the role of the SLP in not only the “head space” but the “heart space” of supporting clients and families on their stuttering journey. Listen to Nina, she knows the way! You can learn more about Nina and find tons of free stuttering resources at Stuttering Therapy Resources.Learn more about Nina here.Course AccommodationsThe transcript and video with subtitles for this course are provided below. You can also email us at ceu@slpnerdcast.comLearning OutcomesList 3 aspects of creating a long-term support system for children who stutterIdentify at least 4 major concepts for educating stakeholders about the disorder of stutteringDescribe 2 counseling concepts for learning to listen to and support stakeholders of children who stutterReferencesCounseling Parents at the Time of Diagnosis: Moving Toward Client-Centered Practice. (2021). American Journal of Audiology, 30(1), 226–230.Mazlish, E. and Faber, A. (2012). How to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen So Kids Will Talk, New York: Scribner/Simon & Schuster.Previous Episodes MentionedCounseling in Communication Sciences and Disorders with Dr. David LutermanStress Management and Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT)Online ResourcesEarly Childhood Stuttering Therapy: A Practical GuideSchool-Age Stuttering Therapy: A Practical GuideEarly Childhood Stuttering: Information and Support for ParentsSchool-Age Stuttering: Information and Support for Parentswww.WeStutter.org www.FriendsWhoStutter.orgwww.Say.orgwww.Stamma.orgASHA Scope of practiceASHA practice portal for fluency disorders ASHA evidence maps-fluency disorders ASHA ICFThe stutter notebook by STRDisclosures:Nina Reeves Financial: Author and Co-owner: Stuttering Therapy Resources, Inc. Royalties and Ownership Interest, Intellectual property. Nina Reeves Non-financial: Past volunteer for both National Stuttering Association and Stuttering Foundation of AmericaKate Grandbois financial disclosures: Kate is the owner / founder of Grandbois Therapy + Consulting, LLC and co-founder of SLP Nerdcast. Kate Grandbois non-financial disclosures: Kate is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children. She is also a member of the Berkshire Association for Behavior Analysis and Therapy (BABAT), MassABA, the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) and the corresponding Speech Pathology and Applied Behavior Analysis SIG. Amy Wonkka financial disclosures: Amy is an employee of a public school system and co-founder for SLP Nerdcast. Amy Wonkka non-financial disclosures: Amy is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children.Course Disclosure - Financial and In-KindFunding for this course was provided by one of our Corporate Sponsors, Schneider Speech. Time Ordered Agenda:10 minutes: Introduction, Disclaimers and Disclosures20 minutes: Descriptions of aspects of creating a long-term support system for children who stutter15 minutes: Descriptions of concepts for educating stakeholders about the disorder of stuttering10 minutes: Descriptions of counseling concepts for learning to listen to and support stakeholders of children who stutter5 minutes: Summary and ClosingA big THANK YOU to our Corporate Sponsor, Schneider Speech, for the financial support to make this course possible! To learn more about Transcending Stuttering visit https://www.schneiderspeech.com/tsaDisclaimerThe contents of this episode are not meant to replace clinical advice. SLP Nerdcast, its hosts and guests do not represent or endorse specific products or procedures mentioned during our episodes unless otherwise stated. We are NOT PhDs, but we do research our material. We do our best to provide a thorough review and fair representation of each topic that we tackle. That being said, it is always likely that there is an article we've missed, or another perspective that isn't shared. If you have something to add to the conversation, please email us! Wed love to hear from you!__SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA continuing education credits, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! You can find our complaint policy here. You can also:Follow us on instagramFollow us on facebookWe are thrilled to be listed in the Top 25 SLP Podcasts!Thank you FeedSpot!

Get .1 ASHA CEU hereEpisode SummaryWouldn't it be cool if you could find a job that beautifully married your career and your favorite hobby? Lucky for all of us, this week's Nerdcast guest has managed to nail this amazing mash-up and maximizes client outcomes in the process. Jenna Muri-Rosenthal is an SLP, brian injury specialist, certified Level II Cross-Fit trainer, and an adaptive and Inclusive trainer who helps brain injury survivors to “find their way back to feeling like themselves' ' in her Boston-based practice, Fit to Function Recovery. Tune in to learn how Jenna integrates the principles of wellness, fitness, and rehabilitation to help her client's achieve better than “good enough” outcomes after in-patient services end and the potential isolation of life after brain injury kicks into high gear. This episode is a true eye opener, exploring the relationship between physical activity and new learning, the need for community in the recovery process, and the positive impacts that functional movements practiced in safe and supportive fitness environments have for stroke survivors and others in life after injury. So get on your athleisures, dust off your Nikes, and pop in your Airpods- this one is worth listening to on your morning jog, or at least those trips from the couch to the fridge.Learn more about Jenna Muri-Rosenthal here.Course AccommodationsThe transcript for this course is provided below. You can also email us at ceu@slpnerdcast.com Learning Outcomes1. Describe the relationship between fitness, speech language pathology, and brain injury recovery2. Describe the role of fitness in social engagement and community re-entry after a brain injury3. Identify three movements in functional fitness and their real world application. Describe 2-3 cognitive-communication skills/domains and how they can be applied to treatment in a gym/fitness setting.ReferencesDe la Rosa, A., Solana, E., Corpas, R. et al. Long-term exercise training improves memory in middle-aged men and modulates peripheral levels of BDNF and Cathepsin B. Sci Rep 9, 3337 (2019). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-019-40040-8Griffin, É W., Mullally, S., Foley, C., Warmington, S. A., O'mara, S. M., & Kelly, Á M. (2011). Aerobic exercise improves hippocampal function and increases BDNF in the serum of young adult males. Physiology & Behavior, 104(5), 934-941. doi:10.1016/j.physbeh.2011.06.005Loprinzi, P. D., & Frith, E. (2018). A brief primer on the mediational role of BDNF in the exercise-memory link. Clinical Physiology and Functional Imaging, 39(1), 9-14. doi:10.1111/cpf.12522Ratey, J. J., & Hagerman, E. (2013). Spark: The revolutionary new science of exercise and the brain. Little, Brown.Wrann, C., White, J., Salogiannnis, J., Laznik-Bogoslavski, D., Wu, J., Ma, D., . . . Spiegelman, B. (2013). Exercise Induces Hippocampal BDNF through a PGC-1α/FNDC5 Pathway. Cell Metabolism,18(5), 649-659. doi:10.1016/j.cmet.2013.09.008Online ResourcesWorks by John Ratey: http://www.johnratey.com/Adaptive Training Academy: https://www.ata.fit/Disclosures:Jenna Muri-Rosenthal Financial disclosures: Jenna is the owner of Fit to Function a program for brain injury survivors in the gym and is a level cross-fit trainer. Jenna Muri-Rosenthal non-financial disclosures: Jenna has no non-financial relationships to disclose. Kate Grandbois financial disclosures: Kate is the owner / founder of Grandbois Therapy + Consulting, LLC and co-founder of SLP Nerdcast. Kate Grandbois non-financial disclosures: Kate is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children. She is also a member of the Berkshire Association for Behavior Analysis and Therapy (BABAT), MassABA, the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) and the corresponding Speech Pathology and Applied Behavior Analysis SIG. Amy Wonkka financial disclosures: Amy is an employee of a public school system and co-founder for SLP Nerdcast. Amy Wonkka non-financial disclosures: Amy is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children.Time Ordered Agenda:15 minutes: Introduction, Disclaimers and Disclosures25 minutes: Review of the relationship between fitness, speech language pathology, and brain injury recovery15 minutes: Descriptions of physical movements and the role of fitness in social engagement and community re-entry after a brain injury10 minutes: Descriptions of cognitive-communication skills/domains and how they can be applied to treatment in a gym/fitness setting5 minutes: Summary and ClosingDisclaimerThe contents of this episode are not meant to replace clinical advice. SLP Nerdcast, its hosts and guests do not represent or endorse specific products or procedures mentioned during our episodes unless otherwise stated. We are NOT PhDs, but we do research our material. We do our best to provide a thorough review and fair representation of each topic that we tackle. That being said, it is always likely that there is an article we've missed, or another perspective that isn't shared. If you have something to add to the conversation, please email us! Wed love to hear from you!__SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA continuing education credits, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! You can find our complaint policy here. You can also:Follow us on instagramFollow us on facebookWe are thrilled to be listed in the Top 25 SLP Podcasts!Thank you FeedSpot!

Get .1 ASHA CEU hereEpisode SummarySelective mutism: the mystery that we hear about in graduate school but most of us don't quite know a lot about. How can we better support students with selective mutism? What is our role as SLPs on the team? What accommodations do we need to consider in a school environment? How do we communicate and work with other professionals in this area? Dr. Aimee Kotrba walks us through all this and more in this week's episode.Learn more about Dr. Kotrba here.Course AccommodationsThe transcript for this course is provided below. You can also email us at ceu@slpnerdcast.comLearning Outcomes1. Describe the evaluative and diagnostic process for selective mutism2. Identify at least 1 strategies/action that caregivers, educators and communication partners can do to support children with Selective Mutism3. List the overall components of an intervention planIdentify appropriate social and academic expectations for students with selective mutismOnline ResourcesFrankfurt Scale for the Assessment of Selective MutismDisclosures:Dr. Aimee Kotrba financial disclosures: Dr. Kotrba is the founder of Confident Kids Camp and the owner of Thriving Minds. She has authored the book Selective Mutism: An Assessment and Intervention Guide for Therapists, Educators, and Parents and the book Overcoming Selective Mutism: A Field Guide for Parents. She is also the instructor for an upcoming workshop titled “Unlocking the mystery of selective mutism” offered through Thriving Minds. Dr. Kotrba non-financial disclosures: Dr. Kotrba does not have any non-financial relationships to disclose. Kate Grandbois financial disclosures: Kate is the owner / founder of Grandbois Therapy + Consulting, LLC and co-founder of SLP Nerdcast. Kate Grandbois non-financial disclosures: Kate is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children. She is also a member of the Berkshire Association for Behavior Analysis and Therapy (BABAT), MassABA, the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) and the corresponding Speech Pathology and Applied Behavior Analysis SIG. Amy Wonkka financial disclosures: Amy is an employee of a public school system and co-founder for SLP Nerdcast. Amy Wonkka non-financial disclosures: Amy is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children.Time Ordered Agenda:15 minutes: Introduction, Disclaimers and Disclosures25 minutes: Review of the definition of and evaluative practices for Selective Mutism 15 minutes: Descriptions of 10 minutes: Descriptions of 5 minutes: Summary and ClosingDisclaimerThe contents of this episode are not meant to replace clinical advice. SLP Nerdcast, its hosts and guests do not represent or endorse specific products or procedures mentioned during our episodes unless otherwise stated. We are NOT PhDs, but we do research our material. We do our best to provide a thorough review and fair representation of each topic that we tackle. That being said, it is always likely that there is an article we've missed, or another perspective that isn't shared. If you have something to add to the conversation, please email us! Wed love to hear from you!__SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA continuing education credits, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! You can find our complaint policy here. You can also:Follow us on instagramFollow us on facebookWe are thrilled to be listed in the Top 25 SLP Podcasts!Thank you FeedSpot!

Happy October!We are trying out something new - at the beginning of each month we will publish a brief preview of podcast episodes and courses to come. Let's take a look at what's coming in the month of October!October 3rd, 2021 Podcast Course: Unlocking the Mystery of Selective Mutism with Dr. Aimee Kotrba. In this episode we review the role of the SLP in the evaluation and treatment of children who present with selective mutism. Dr. Kotrba was an incredible guest with tons of additional resources, including her own trainings and webinars. It's a must listen!October 6th, 2021Live Event: Using Music to Recover Speech and Language.We are thrilled to welcome Caitlin Hebb, MT-BC, Neurologic Music Therapist Fellow, to discuss the neuroscience of music and music-based interventions for speech and language disorders. So interesting - we are really looking forward to it!Register HereOctober 10th, 2021Podcast Course: Fitness for Functional NeurorecoveryThis was such an inspirational episode. We had the pleasure of welcoming Jenna Muri-Rosenthal who is an SLP, a certified trainer, AND a brain injury specialist. She taught us about the wellness continuum and the role of fitness in recovery after a brain injuryOctober 18th, 2021Podcast Course: Stuttering Therapy: I don't know what to tell parents and teachers!For those of you who have been with us on this podcasting journey for a while, you already know about the incredible Nina Reeves. We had the pleasure of welcoming her back for a third episode to discuss the counseling and communication components of supporting parents and stakeholders in the lives of children who stutter.October 25th, 2021Podcast Course: AAC in Early Intervention with Tanna NeufeldAre you looking for more information about how to support complex learners in early intervention? This is the episode for you. Tanna Neufeld, fellow SLP and Founder of Aaccessible.org shared some incredible insights of the importance of AAC in the early intervention years.What's Next?Stay tuned for a preview of November 2021! Lots of great stuff in store, including Podcast Courses on Childhood Apraxia of Speech, AAC, trauma informed care, AND another live course on the role of technology in workload management. Reach out anytime with questions!__SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA continuing education credits, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! You can also:Follow us on instagramFollow us on facebookWe are thrilled to be listed in the Top 25 SLP Podcasts! Thank you FeedSpot!

Get .1 ASHA CEU hereEpisode SummaryIn this week's episode Uri Schneider teachers us about the importance of approaching therapy with what works for our clients, not what works for us. He reminds us how important it is to bring humanity back into our therapy rooms, and to lead with one of the most important therapy tools we have: our ability to care - to really care - about our clients.Uri walks us through the transcending stuttering approach, which we learned is built around these fundamental principles. He walks us through aspects of the transcending stuttering model, including the importance of self-advocacy and self-knowledge. We learned so much from Uri and we know you will too!Learn more about Uri Schneider here.Learning OutcomesExplain the speech mechanism and neurophysiology of stutteringIdentify more than one speech ("fluency") strategyDefine at least two aspects of the transcending stuttering frameworkOnline ResourcesTranscending Stuttering CourseTranscending Stuttering PodcastTranscending Stuttering DocumentariesDisclosures:Uri Schneider financial disclosures: Uri is the owner/founder of Transcending Stuttering and the director of Schneider Speech. Uri Schneider non-financial disclosures: Uri is a faculty member at the University of California Riverside School of Medicine.Kate Grandbois financial disclosures: Kate is the owner / founder of Grandbois Therapy + Consulting, LLC and co-founder of SLP Nerdcast. Kate Grandbois non-financial disclosures: Kate is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children. She is also a member of the Berkshire Association for Behavior Analysis and Therapy (BABAT), MassABA, the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) and the corresponding Speech Pathology and Applied Behavior Analysis SIG. Amy Wonkka financial disclosures: Amy is an employee of a public school system and co-founder for SLP Nerdcast. Amy Wonkka non-financial disclosures: Amy is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children.Time Ordered Agenda:15 minutes: Introduction, Disclaimers and Disclosures25 minutes: Descriptions of implementation science and its recent intersection with SLP15 minutes: Descriptions of the traditional research pipeline and alternative research designs focused on implementation 10 minutes: Descriptions of barriers and facilitators to SLPs engaging in clinical research 5 minutes: Summary and ClosingA big THANK YOU to our Corporate Sponsor, Stuttering Therapy Resources for the financial support to make this course possible! To learn more about Med Travelers visit https://stutteringtherapyresources.com/DisclaimerThe contents of this episode are not meant to replace clinical advice. SLP Nerdcast, its hosts and guests do not represent or endorse specific products or procedures mentioned during our episodes unless otherwise stated. We are NOT PhDs, but we do research our material. We do our best to provide a thorough review and fair representation of each topic that we tackle. That being said, it is always likely that there is an article we've missed, or another perspective that isn't shared. If you have something to add to the conversation, please email us! Wed love to hear from you!__SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA continuing education credits, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! You can find our complaint policy here. You can also:Follow us on instagramFollow us on facebookWe are thrilled to be listed in the Top 25 SLP Podcasts!Thank you FeedSpot!

You asked, and we listened. Research tells us that as SLPs we rely heavily on standardized assessments, even though the samples are often biased. Not to mention, our complex learners are not represented in these samples. Standardized tests are not designed to measure individual changes in functional communication, so when we use them in assessments for complex learners we often aren't measuring the skills that are meaningful to our clients. So the question becomes - what can we as clinicians do to conduct and write better assessments? How can we measure meaningful skill change in our more complex learners? After a lot of feedback from all of you we decided it was time to offer something with a little more depth, where we can really dive into the practical application of quality assessment skills and measurement. After so much feedback from all of you, our SLP Masterclasses Comprehensive Assessments in speech and language pathology is finally up and running. It's being offered for 1.5 ASHA CEUs AND 1 graduate level credit through our partnership with Fitchburg State University. The course is four weeks long and all asynchronous, which means you can learn on your own time. The course starts on October 13th but registration closes NEXT WEEK on September 29th 2021! If you can't make it this go around don't worry, we will open it again, but make sure you sign up on the waitlist to give you early access next time the course opens.If you have more questions or want to learn more, check out the course info page on our website www.slpnerdcast.com. __SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA continuing education credits, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! You can also:Follow us on instagramFollow us on facebookWe are thrilled to be listed in the Top 25 SLP Podcasts! Thank you FeedSpot!

Get .1 ASHA CEU hereEpisode SummaryHey school-based SLP's, Want to learn how to do more for your students struggling with language, using less time and less direct instruction from just you? Well then, shimmy on over to this week's episode, where Dr. Trina Spencer and Dr. Doug Peterson return to share some “friggin awesome” intervention-focused follow-up to their previous talks on MTSS and dynamic assessment (DA). If you've listened to this duo on prior episodes, you know they are dynamos, dedicated to natural and holistic language approaches that help students across the board. In this chapter,, Trina and Doug walk us through their 10 principles to multi-tiered language intervention, providing the simple but highly effective tools we need to foster oral, written, and academic language skills that really stick for our students. This one got me thinking, made me cringe a bit at my past practices, and inspired me to further harness the power of narrative to make big impacts on language proficiency for students at risk and those with known disabilities. As with any good SLP Nerdcast story, you'll learn something, you'll laugh, and you'll meet a strange frog with shapeshifting powers. Well, maybe that last part isn't like every Nerdcast story, but who doesn't love a good plot twist in the series!You can learn more about Trina and Doug here.Summary Written by Tanna Neufeld, MS, CCC-SLP, Contributing EditorLearning OutcomesDescribe the characteristics of effective language instruction. Explain how academic language can be addressed through narrative intervention.Explain how response to intervention within multi-tiered systems of support reduces the number of evaluations SLPs will need to do.ReferencesKelley, E., & Spencer, T. D. (2021). Feasible and Effective Language Intervention Strategies that Accelerate Students' Academic Achievement. Seminars in Speech and Language, 42(02), 101-116. doi:10.1055/s-0041-1723839Kirby, M. S., Spencer, T. D., & Chen, Y. I. (2021). Oral Narrative Instruction Improves Kindergarten Writing. Reading & Writing Quarterly, 1-18. doi:10.1080/10573569.2021.1879696Nelson, B. S., Petersen, D. B., & Rai, A. (2021). The effects of a multi-tiered system of language support on oral narrative language, writing, and reading comprehension in India. Language and Education, 1-21. doi:10.1080/09500782.2021.1898633Petersen, D. B., Mesquita, M. W., Spencer, T. D., & Waldron, J. (2020). Examining the Effects of Multitiered Oral Narrative Language Instruction on Reading Comprehension and Writing. Topics in Language Disorders, 40(4). doi:10.1097/tld.0000000000000227Spencer, T. D., & Petersen, D. B. (2018). Bridging Oral and Written Language: An Oral Narrative Language Intervention Study With Writing Outcomes. Language, Speech, and Hearing Services in Schools, 49(3), 569-581. doi:10.1044/2018_lshss-17-0030Spencer, T. D., Moran, M., Thompson, M. S., Petersen, D. B., & Restrepo, M. A. (2020). Early Efficacy of Multitiered Dual-Language Instruction: Promoting Preschoolers' Spanish and English Oral Language. AERA Open, 6(1), 233285841989788. doi:10.1177/2332858419897886Weddle, S. A., Spencer, T. D., Kajian, M., & Petersen, D. B. (2016). An Examination of a Multitiered System of Language Support for Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Preschoolers: Implications for Early and Accurate Identification. School Psychology Review, 45(1), 109-133. doi:10.17105/spr45-1.109-132Online ResourcesShift to Workload Model Shows Enhanced Learning, Reduced ReferralsTrina's ToolboxLanguage Dynamics GroupA big THANK YOU to our Corporate Sponsor, Med Travelers for the financial support to make this course possible! To learn more about Med Travelers visit https://www.medtravelers.com/ Disclosures:Dr. Petersen financial disclosures: Dr. Petersen is a co-authors of the Story Champs curriculum and PEARL dynamic assessment. They receive royalties from the sales of those items. Dr. Petersen has no financial relationships to disclose.Dr. Spencer financial disclosures: Dr. Spencer is a co-authors of the Story Champs curriculum and PEARL dynamic assessment. They receive royalties from the sales of those items. Dr. Spencer has no financial relationships to disclose.Kate Grandbois financial disclosures: Kate is the owner / founder of Grandbois Therapy + Consulting, LLC and co-founder of SLP Nerdcast. Kate Grandbois non-financial disclosures: Kate is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children. She is also a member of the Berkshire Association for Behavior Analysis and Therapy (BABAT), MassABA, the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI) and the corresponding Speech Pathology and Applied Behavior Analysis SIG. Amy Wonkka financial disclosures: Amy is an employee of a public school system and co-founder for SLP Nerdcast. Amy Wonkka non-financial disclosures: Amy is a member of ASHA, SIG 12, and serves on the AAC Advisory Group for Massachusetts Advocates for Children. Time Ordered Agenda:10 minutes: Introduction, Disclaimers and Disclosures20 minutes: Descriptions of the characteristics of effective language instruction and MTSS fundamentals 15 minutes: Descriptions of how academic language can be addressed through narrative intervention 10 minutes: Descriptions of how response to intervention within multi-tiered systems of support reduces the number of evaluations SLPs will need to do. 5 minutes: Summary and Closing__SLP Nerdcast is a podcast for busy SLPs and teachers who need ASHA continuing education credits, CMHs, or professional development. We do the reading so you don't have to! Leave us a review if you feel so inclined!We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at info@slpnerdcast.com anytime! You can find our complaint policy here. You can also:Follow us on instagramFollow us on facebookWe are thrilled to be listed in the Top 25 SLP Podcasts!Thank you FeedSpot!