True Confessions with Lisa & Sarah

It's the first episode of Season 4 and a new school year! Sarah and Lisa are in the confessional sharing all of their wisdom on how you can be your best while admitting they don't always follow their own advice 😂. Let's just say there are a lot of snappy phrases given with a lot of caveats! We hope this episode will inspire and motivate you to start the school year off with a bang while reminding yourself that it's easier said than done. Resources: SLP Toolkit Process Guide PDF: https://toolkit-resources.s3.amazonaws.com/SLP+Processes+.pdf SLP Toolkit Process Guide Google Docs (editable. version): https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Y-S6OxKlylQxkTj_tAdzkNmBYH6MgcL7 Project Management Software: Asana www.asana.com Daily Planner: Amplify Planner https://www.amplifyplanner.com/

Chelsea Cornejo, M.S. CCC-SLP is in the confessional with us chatting with us about best practices in serving families and students. Chelsea is a bilingual SLP based in Austin, TX who is passionate about equity in education and about empowering students and their families. Much of what we discuss is related to working with bilingual students but there are so many takeaways of how these same practices can apply to everyone we work with! Just like her SLP Summit presentation, this episode is left us feeling better informed and inspired! Resources mentioned in this episode:  Chelsea's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chelseacornejo.slp/ Chelsea's Website: https://chelseacornejo.com/ ASHA Leader article by Chelsea: A Latina SLP’s Perspective on Supporting Latinx Families ASHA Phonemic Inventories and Cultural and Linguistic Information Across Languages: https://www.asha.org/practice/multicultural/phono/ Laleo Bilingual Therapy Instagram Account: https://www.instagram.com/laleo.bilingual.therapy/ SLP IEP Terms: Plain Language Dictionary: https://www.slptoolkit.com/blog/What-the-heck-are-you-talking-about/ Phuong Lien Palafox Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/phuonglienpalafox/

Celina Wright, SLPA is in the confessional talking with us about everything from advocacy to the role of an SLPA and the theme throughout this episode is the importance of relationships! Whether you are an SLPA or an SLP who currently or may supervise one - this episode is for you!  Wings Speech and Language Center, Inc. https://www.wingsspeech.com/ Jessie Ginsburg's course and approach: https://www.jessieginsburg.com/ SLPA Resources http://slparesources.com/index.php/about/elementor-123/ SLPA Resources IG: https://www.instagram.com/slpa.resources/?hl=en California Speech-Language and Hearing Association: www.csha.org Celina's IG: https://www.instagram.com/speakingwrightfromtheheart/?hl=en Pasadena City College SLPA program: https://pasadena.edu/academics/divisions/performing-arts/slpa/index.php ASHA SLPA Certification: https://www.asha.org/certification/2020-slpa-certification-standards/

One of our favorites is in the confessional with us today! The one and only Nina Reardon-Reeves joins us and as expected the conversation is awesome! Lisa admits to not taking a single fluency course in college, Sarah shares her insecurities about her lack of expertise in the area of stuttering, and Nina, well, she just drops knowledge bombs (and even an F bomb 😜)! Resources shared in this episode:  Stuttering Therapy Resources: Website https://www.stutteringtherapyresources.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stutteringtherapyresources/ @stutteringtherapyresources FB https://www.facebook.com/StutteringTherapyResources/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/user/StutteringTherapyRes Some resources for micro aggressions and stuttering stigma: A blog from American Institute for Stuttering https://www.stutteringtreatment.org/blog/microaggressions-and-stuttering Fabulous book: https://www.stutteringtherapyresources.com/products/stammering-pride-prejudice Stuttering Foundation CE Understanding and Influencing the Stigma of Stuttering https://www.stutteringhelp.org/training/understanding-and-influencing-stigma-stuttering

We wanted to title this episode - 'We didn't know we had Tiffany's email' but thought that may be too obscure of a confession 😂  We have Marie Ireland in the confessional for a candid conversation about ASHA's role in our professional lives. Marie has served on various committees within ASHA as well as been the Vice President for SLP Practice - so she has all the behind-the-scenes info. If you have ever found yourself asking the question, 'what does ASHA do for me' or 'why do I pay dues to ASHA' then this episode is for you! Evaluation and Eligibility for Speech-LanguageServices in Schools  Evaluating Children in U.S. Public Schools With Speech Sound Disorders: Considering Federal and State Laws, Guidance, and Research  ASHA Blog posts  What Exactly Does 'Access to the Curriculum' Mean? and ‘Our Voices Are Powerful’ School services and other folks with expertise in school topics and advocacy https://www.asha.org/slp/schools/access/ ASHA practice portal Value of the CCC's (Member section to advocate for funding) ASHA's Leadership Academy (Free to members) ASHA community site with groups for schools, early career professionals, AAC, rural and remote SLPs, military spouses, and more! SEACDC (state consultants group website with free training, materials, and links) VDOE SLP page Talking EBP - free evidence-based newsletter only 2x per year Free VDOE SLP Training language culture dysphagia speech sound disorders etc. SLP Services in the Schools: Guidelines for Best Practice (2018) - Original PDF Version SLP Services in Schools 2020 Revisions for new SSD and norms Comprehensive Assessment Reference Card - Original PDF Version Dynamic Assessment SUGAR language sampling ASHA Workload Calculator The 3:1 Model

Dr. Erik Raj is in the confessional and he is truly a walking inspirational quote! If you caught Erik's SLP Summit presentation, then you know he is not only a joy to listen to but full of innovative ideas and passionate about this field. We always say all students should have the opportunity to work with him! During our conversation, Erik answers questions about using video games in therapy as well as provides an insight that gave each of us several A-ha moments that will genuinely improve how we work with students!  Resources mentioned in this episode:  Erik's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erikxraj/ Erik's website: https://erikxraj.com/blog/ SLPvideogames.com Stuttering Therapy Resources Camp Shout Out

We have Rebecca Reinking from Adventures in Speech Pathology in the confessional!!! Her course on minimal pairs at our most recent SLP Summit was wildly popular and we had an opportunity to sit down and ask her all of your burning questions! This episode is packed with specifics about using minimal pairs to treat phonological patterns as well as other tools for speech treatment toolkit! Resources mentioned in this episode:  Adventures in Speech Pathology Follow Rebecca on Instagram and Facebook Minimal Pairs Handbook by Adventures in Speech Pathology The Minimal Pairs Toolkit Phonological Pattern Chart for Speech Therapy The Informed SLP Speech sound norms Little Bee Articulation Test Center Smarty Ears Articulation Assessment Toolkit Resources for Stimulability Approach Minimal Pair Word Lists: Caroline Bowen Lesson Pix Phonetic Tools

Marisha Mets from SLP Now is in the confessional and it's about dang time! In this episode, we chat about how we met, how SLP Summit came to be, and how our collaboration hasn't always been smooth sailing! There was a point when SLP Toolkit and SLP Now became less complimentary and more competitive and we candidly discuss how we worked through it and chose collaboration over competition! Resources mentioned: SLP Summit SLP Now The SLP Now Podcast SLP Toolkit

We're back! Where have we been? Well, all over the place really! We have taken the last few months to get our sh&^ together! In this episode, we share a little bit about what we have been up to and the aha moments along the way! We hope this look behind the curtain can help those of you struggling with something similar!

Our guest in the confessional is Jesse Kleinman, an SLP in Brooklyn, NY! There is nothing we love more than when someone has a problem and they create a solution! Jesse shares how she handled the transition from in-person SLP to teletherapist and the lessons she has learned along the way!  Resources mentioned in this episode: Jesse's info and social media: website: https://www.vibrantspeechtherapy.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/vibrantspeechtherapy/ Teletherapy Support Group is private by invite-only, but if listeners are interested they can sign up here using this link: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1BpatwJ1HzJ9r2avfP_TDzmCP59TNg_AlvRKGd-AhaA8/edit?usp=sharing YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGdPRf2gIpG7uU6Btn4dgTQ?view_as=subscriber RedBubble Site (Clothing, Stickers, Masks, etc. with Boardmaker Symbols and phrases): https://www.redbubble.com/people/VibrantSpeech/shop?asc=u&ref=account-nav-dropdown Recommended Facebook Groups to follow: Teletherapy Materials for Speech-Language Pathologists: https://www.facebook.com/groups/420947961614606 Bitmoji Craze for Educators: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2568655663438916 Speech Pathologists at Large: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2212002912 Speech and Language Virtual Rooms:   https://www.facebook.com/groups/2610466689273930 AAC for the SLP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1539830846285663 Other Resources: - AAC Communication Bill of Rights Poster Free Download from Beautiful Speech Life: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/AAC-Communication-Bill-of-Rights-Poster-4148083?st=93b864dcd59fe94958c8ab70b86d2ad1 - Free Downloads and Resources from The AAC Coach: https://www.theaaccoach.com/ - Boom Learning: https://wow.boomlearning.com/ - Epic: https://www.getepic.com/ - Vooks: https://www.vooks.com/ - Tarheel Reader: https://tarheelreader.org/ YouTube Channels for AAC Resources: - Swingset Mamas: https://www.youtube.com/user/Swingsetmamas - Mister Clay: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk5n1tO-ZAI81kcq07PyyYA - Special Education with Pat: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfS2ijoNe1P-EKD2Tg5JRoQ - Purposeful Parker: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCD2Pf4Nmt8wUHoXYuZ8smMw  - Saltillo: https://www.youtube.com/user/saltillocorp  - Rachel Madel SLP on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelmadelslp/?hl=en - All About Communication on Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/all_about_communication_inc/

This episode is available for ASHA CEUs and part of the 2020 SLP Connect Podconference until October 7, 2020. If you want to earn ASHA CEUs, then stay on until the very end, because that is where I provide information on how to register for ASHA CEUs and other details like how to win awesome giveaway prizes! You can also read about the details here.  If you are listening after SLP Connect, then enjoy this awesome episode with our special guest, Amy Graham! We are doing a deep dive into oral mech exams - what needs to be included, when should we do it, how to do it over a computer screen, and what we do with the information we gather! True to the theme of our podcast there are a lot of confessions in this episode and Amy answers a ton of questions! This is a must-listen for all pediatric SLPs! Resources mentioned in this episode:  Amy's website: Graham Speech Therapy Amy's social media: Instagram account   |   Facebook Page  Oral-Facial Exam Free assessment checklist Case History form specific to SSD SLP Bundle on Throat Scope (includes Amy Graham's OFE, promo code AMY10 for 10% off): https://hollandhealthcareinc.com/product/speech-therapy-oral-facial-exam-combo/ SLP Toolkit 6 Steps to Assessing Childhood Apraxia of Speech' worksheet

It's our first episode of season 3 and it's a great one!!! We are thrilled to have Emily Diaz in the confessional chatting with us about everything from working with secondary students with complex communication needs to teletherapy and everything in between! This episode has something for everyone and is timely for our current situation!  Resources from this episode:  Emily’s website: https://www.emilydiazslp.com/ Social media handles: @emilydiazslp Virtual AAC Training: Teletherapy & Distance Learning Edition: https://praacticalaac.org/praactical/virtual-aac-training-teletherapy-distance-learning-edition/ How We Do It: S’MORRES and Partner Augmented Input with Dr. Jill Senner & Matthew Baud: https://praacticalaac.org/praactical/how-we-do-it-smorres-and-partner-augmented-input-with-dr-jill-senner-matthew-baud/ How We Do It: Coaching AAC Use in the Natural Environment: https://praacticalaac.org/praactical/how-we-do-it-coaching-aac-use-in-the-natural-environment/

Phuong Palafox, author of The Heartbeat of Speech-Language Pathology, and SLP at Bilinguistics in Austin, TX, joins us in the confessional for a discussion about what school-based SLPs can do to be successful in a system designed to make them unsuccessful. Phuong is not only a brilliant SLP but a beautiful person who has made it her mission to help SLPs know their worth and advocate for themselves. This episode is loaded with inspiration, truth bombs, and solutions! It's a must listen for all school-based SLPs! Resources mentioned in this episode:  The Heartbeat of Speech-Language Pathology Bilinguistics The Speech Therapy Blog Join the movement Intention bracelet SLP Toolkit

In this timely episode, we chat with Craig Goldslager, a financial planner who is also married to an SLP. We talk about everything from the CARES Act to the stock market and everything we need to consider to financially survive COVID-19. He highlights ways to access cash now if we need it and discusses things to consider moving forward should something like this happen again in the future. RESOURCES: Craig Goldslager, Utterly Financial - Helping SLPs plan for retirement. SLP Money Episode 5: The CARES Act & Common Investor Mistakes to Avoid Estimate the size of your stimulus check Apply for unemployment Federal student loans suspended through 9/30/2020.  If you have private lenders, talk to them about forbearance or deferral strategies (for every type of payments: mortgage, auto insurance, homeowner’s insurance, credit cards, car payments, etc…) Payroll Protection Program:  This is through your bank Overview Sample Application Economic Disaster Loan:  This is through SBA.gov Online Application More Information about Disaster Loans (including the forgiven $10,000 advance if approved for the loan)

We are thrilled to have guest Jessi Andricks, Stress Management Coach for SLPs, in the confessional to chat with us about burn out and managing stress - and no we do no suggest crying in your car! This is a critically important conversation as we have all felt burnout from this job and we hope you will find the solutions given in this episode help you to find joy in the job!  Jessi is a wealth of knowledge and has a unique background that is perfect for this conversation!  Resources mentioned:  Stress Management Podcast Stress Management Professional Development Courses Jessi Andricks IG

No one wants to hear that an attorney is going to be in attendance at a meeting. But they are there for a reason, and in this episode we chat about what that reason is. We also discuss ways teams can be proactive to avoid getting to the point of having an attorney present in the first place. We are thrilled to have Lloyd Donders, Esq., a special education attorney, in the confessional for this very important conversation! You won't want to miss this episode! Resource(s) referenced: Writing Meaningful IEPs

In this episode we have our bestie Chris Wenger aka @speechdude aka 'The Wang' chatting with us about everything from what went down at ASHA, to what it's really like working in a high school, and how to advocate for yourself! We just love this guy and we know you will too! 

We are thrilled to participate in the first-ever SLP Live Podcon! By listening to this episode you have the opportunity to earn CEs through Nov. 9th! For more information check out: https://www.slp-live.com/

For those of you who have listened before or follow us on social media, you may find this hard to believe but we do really care what people think of 😂 I say that because we post and say some ridiculous things but it is scary! There are plenty of times when we question ourselves! In this episode, we are chatting about what we have learned and what we hope for you!  Mentions:  SLP-Live podcon Smiles for Speech Speechy Musings Amy Porterfield Jasmine Star Rachel Hollis

We're baaaaaaaaack!!!!!! We took a quick break but we are back for an all new season of confessions 🎉 We are kicking off season 2 chatting all about starting a new school year and what we hope for yours!