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A podcast about coaching strategies and time management tips for busy SLPs, PTs, OTs, therapists, and private practice owners who want to feel successful in their personal and professional life at the same time. Let's take back control of your time!
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In today's episode, I’m unpacking 10 things I deeply wish every SLP knew…the stuff people don’t always say out loud. Some of these might feel validating. Some might poke at you a little. All of them are meant to help you get your time, energy, and confidence back. And if anything in this episode hits home, make sure you grab your seat for my free webinar on December 16 at 8 PM EST: Work-Life Balance for SLPs with ADHD. You’ll walk away understanding why traditional time management strategies ...
What if everything you thought made you neurotypical -- your grades, your planner obsession, your ability to hold it all together -- was actually just one big coping strategy? In this episode, I’m sharing my personal journey of being diagnosed with ADHD as an adult and how it impacted the way I see myself. From “Most Studious” (seriously, that was my senior superlative 😂) to “Wait, what do you mean executive dysfunction?”— I’ll walk you through the emotional (and professional) shift that happ...
We all have something in our lives that isn’t working...something that feels heavier than we'd like it to. And when you’ve been stuck there long enough, it starts to feel normal. In this off-the-cuff episode, I’m unpacking what it really costs to stay in that stuck place and how to start bridging the gap between awareness and action. (Spoiler: the first step is smaller than you think.) What You’ll Learn How to tell the difference between simple annoyances and true frictionWhy we often know wh...
If you’ve ever walked out of a session wondering, “Was that good enough?” — this one’s for you. I’m naming a sneaky burnout loop that traps a lot of high-achieving SLPs: the cycle of over-delivering and over-functioning just to feel effective. We’ll unpack why that urge to “do more” is quietly draining your energy, confidence, and joy — and how to define what enough actually means in your sessions and your life. By the end, you’ll see that the value isn’t in the extra few minutes or the per...
Why you freeze when it’s time to start (and how to finally get unstuck). Today I'm unpacking the difference between procrastination and paralysis -- and what’s really going on in your ADHD brain when you can’t make yourself begin. I’ll take you inside a real coaching session where we: 🔥 unpacked what was really going on beneath that frozen, “I just can’t start” moment 🔥 uncovered small shifts that helped my client (and could help you) get moving again without the guilt or shame. If ...
Have you ever pushed yourself to the limit -- skipping sleep, meals, or anything that doesn’t feel “urgent” -- in order to crush your To-Do List… and then crashed for days? You’re not alone. It’s ADHD Awareness Month, and in the third episode of this four-part series, we’re unpacking the Overdrive-to-Burnout Cycle—why it happens (even if you don’t have ADHD) and how to finally step out of it without losing your drive. What You’ll Learn: Why the go-go-go-then-crash pattern isn’t a time managem...
If the word documentation makes your eye twitch, you’re not alone. In this episode, I unpack why staying caught up on notes, IEPs, and reports feels so hard—especially for those of us with ADHD—and what you can actually do about it. This isn’t about shame or hustle; it’s about understanding your brain, working with it, and ditching the “perfect system” that never lasts longer than a week. What You’ll Learn Why documentation drains your energy (it’s not just about time).How executive function...
Executive functioning (EF) isn’t just something you teach your students or talk about in CEUs—it’s the invisible set of skills running your day. When those skills aren’t supported, everything feels harder: tasks pile up, priorities blur, and energy tanks fast. The good news? These skills can be strengthened, and small shifts can make a big difference in both work and home life. What You’ll Learn 10 essential executive functioning skills (plus one bonus) and how they actually show up in daily ...
You know that “Oh crap, the year's almost over” feeling? The pressure to squeeze twelve months of progress into three? If you're a human, chances are you've had some version of that pressure at some point in your life. In this episode, I’m breaking down what’s actually possible to accomplish in 90 days…and what’s not worth stressing over. Spoiler: it’s not about magically curing burnout or rewriting your entire identity. It’s about momentum, self-trust, and setting up rhythms that actually st...
Ever find yourself scrolling, watching, or listening to colleagues and thinking, “Why am I not there yet?” You're not alone. But here’s the thing: comparison doesn’t tell you anything about you. In this episode, I’m unpacking why our brains default to “compare and despair,” how it sometimes helps, and mostly how it gets in our way. If you’ve been questioning your progress against everyone else’s highlight reel, this one’s for you. What You’ll Learn Why your brain is wired to compa...
Some days it feels like I’m living a double life. I’m in work mode -- teaching grad students or coaching SLPs -- and at the same time my brain is screaming about school picture day forms, dinner plans, or how to get the kids to practice on time. If you’ve ever felt like you’re straddling two boats (bad visual, but you get it), this episode is for you. Today I’m talking about the mental gymnastics of switching between roles -- SLP, mom, partner, caregiver, all of it. And more importantly, why ...
Tired of setting up “perfect” systems that fizzle out by week two? You’re not broken...your systems just don't match your brain's way of thinking. In this episode, I walk you through three coaching lenses I use with clients to design ADHD-aware systems that actually stick. You’ll get simple questions to guide your setup and one killer tip that saves your future self time (and sanity). What You’ll Learn: Why past systems fell apart (hint: misalignment, not laziness)The three coaching lenses th...
From the outside, you look fine. Maybe you’re the SLP who’s always polished, always on time, always hitting deadlines. Or maybe you’re the one quietly behind — reports late, notes piled up, emails unanswered — but still working hard to appear as if you’ve got it together. Either way? It’s exhausting. And it’s what we call masking. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the hidden burnout so many SLPs are carrying — whether you’re overachieving to keep up appearances or working overt...
You love your kids. You love summer. But right about now? You’ve had enough. The lack of structure, the endless snacks, the back-to-school forms piling up—it’s a lot. And if you’re feeling scattered, behind, or just plain wiped, you’re not failing. You’re human. In this episode (pulled from a Facebook Live), I’m talking about what this season actually feels like for SLPs, why it’s so tricky for ADHD brains, and the mindset + systems shifts that can keep you afloat until routines return. Here’...
If you’ve ever experienced the ADHD freeze -- you sit down to write an evaluation report, tackle session notes, or finally make a dent in that load of laundry -- and somehow end up doom-scrolling, spiraling, and doing absolutely nothing productive while the clock keeps ticking—this episode is for you. I’m breaking down what’s actually happening when you freeze up and can’t seem to get started (spoiler: it’s not laziness). Whether have ADHD, suspect you're neurodivergent, or just an overwhelme...
Ever tell yourself, “This week will be different”… and by Tuesday, it’s a dumpster fire? Or make a To-Do List, ignore it for days, and then use that as “proof” you’re not capable? Congrats, you're human. But guess what? The problem isn’t your ability to follow through—the problem is the hit your self-trust takes when it happens. And that’s what we’re digging into today: how self-trust breaks down, why ADHD brains feel it harder, and how to rebuild it without white-knuckling your w...
If you’ve ever heard popular productivity strategies like Eat That Frog, the Eisenhower Matrix and--my personal favorite-- just do it and found yourself thinking, "Why CAN'T I just do it? What's wrong with me??" then this episode is for you. In this kickoff to a new mini-series on ADHD and time management, I’m breaking down: Why popular productivity strategies fall flat for neurodivergent brainsHow executive functioning actually impacts “simple” tasks like writing a reportThree wel...
If you’ve ever looked around at your chaotic life and thought, "Is it just me, or are we all drowning??” then this episode is for you. Today I’m pulling back the curtain and walking you through what a typical weekday looks like for me while raising my four kids, juggling my coaching practice, and chasing after two crazy dogs. You’ll hear how I break my day into four quarters (because honestly, it feels like four separate days), the systems that keep me grounded, and where I’ve lea...
Ever feel like no matter how early you get up or how hard you hustle… there’s never enough time? You’re not alone. And spoiler alert: that’s not just a scheduling problem—it’s a mindset one. In this episode, I’m getting real about: Why “never enough time” isn’t a time issue—it’s a relationship issueHow time scarcity keeps high-achieving SLPs stuck in survival mode (even when you're crushing it)Small, powerful reframes to shift out of panic and into time authorityA question that might just c...
Decision fatigue is real—especially for SLPs juggling full caseloads, families, and life. If you ever get stuck in analysis-paralysis (hello, overthinking tiny choices and the big ones), this episode is for you. In today’s FB Live-turned-podcast-episode, I’m sharing a pretty major life decision I made and the five strategies I used to help me go from analysis-paralysis to bold, confident action. Decision-making is one of the biggest things that comes up in coaching sessions. Whether it’s big,...
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