First Bite: A Speech Therapy Podcast
275 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 204 ratingsJoin Speech-Language Pathologist: Michelle Dawson, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC, BCS-S for First Bite - Fed, Fun and Functional Resources for the Pediatric SLP. Each episode is available for 0.1 ASHA CEU through SpeechTherapyPD.com.
If you're a SLP who has more questions than answers when it comes to treating your medically complex/fragile pediatric patients, this podcast is for you! Michelle offers her own unique insights and interviews colleagues who are experts in their respective fields with the goal of inspiring and illuminating all aspects of diagnosing and treating this unique population.
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221: The Intentional Relationship Model for Pediatric SLPs
February 15, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 64.3 MBIn this episode, Michelle and Erin deep dive into one of Erin’s favorite topics, “The Intentional Relationship Model.” This model, which is well understood within the occupational therapy world, is just starting to carry over into the speech therapy realm. So, join Michelle and Erin for an hour dedicated to interprofessional education for improved interprofessional practice. By the end, you’ll better understand what “The Intentional Relationship Model” is, why we should utilize it within our ...
220: Empowering Current and Future Leaders with NBASLH
February 08, 2023 05:15 - 1 hour - 93.4 MBGuest: Kia Noelle Johnson, Ph.D., CCC-SLP - Michelle is joined once again by Dr. Johnson, the Associate Director of the Arthur M. Blank Center for Stuttering Education and Research, member of the ASHA Board of Ethics, and Chair of the Board of Directors for the National Black Association for Speech-Language and Hearing. The last time Dr. Johnson was a guest on “First Bite” was in February 2020. A month later, the world changed, and so has NBASLH! Over this hour, Dr. Johnson joyfully shares th...
219: NFOSD: Support, Education, and Advocacy for the Patient, Caregiver, and SLP
February 01, 2023 05:15 - 1 hour - 60.7 MBGuests: Donna Edwards, MA, CCC-SLP, BCS-S & Elizabeth Daly, MS, CCC-SLP - If you have heard about the National Foundation of Swallowing Disorders (NFOSD) but were unsure about what this phenomenal non-profit organization does, then this is the hour for you!! Founded by individuals with dysphagia and lead speech-language pathologists in the field of dysphagia, NFOSD has grown tremendously since 2006. From research support for dysphagia across the life continuum to clinical and patient educati...
218: Neurodiversity, Double Empathy, and the Role of the SLP
January 25, 2023 05:30 - 1 hour - 92.5 MBGuest: Morgan Oates, MA CCC-SLP - In this episode, Michelle is joined by Morgan, a Ph.D. student in the Speech and Hearing Science Department at The Ohio State University with a Graduate Interdisciplinary Specialization in Disability Studies. Morgan’s research interests include the implications of double empathy theory in terms of the effects of neurotype on language and communication, neurodiversity-affirming supports for adolescent and adult autistic individuals, and the intersections of g...
217: Healthy Boundaries to Optimize Positive Clinical Fellowship
January 18, 2023 05:15 - 1 hour - 91 MBGuest: Sarah Grier Brumfield, MS, CCC-SLP - Sarah shares tips for successfully navigating a clinical fellowship year. Graduate school may lay the foundation for clinical knowledge and skills for one's CF. Still, advocacy, resiliency, mentorship, and establishing healthy boundaries are crucial to ensuring a positive clinical fellowship experience. But where does a CF turn to for advice and guidance? How can a CF supervisor fulfill the needs of their CF effectively? Sarah Grier shares her favor...
215: Neurodiversity Affirming Practices with AAC Use
January 04, 2023 05:15 - 1 hour - 69.7 MBGuest: Allison Bean, Ph.D., CCC-SLP - The episode is dedicated to understanding and growing our knowledge of the neurodiversity affirming practice. Allison, Associate Professor with The Ohio State University, and Topic Co-Chair for the Autism Committee for ASHA 2023 in Boston, who focuses her research on language development in nonspeaking autistic individuals and outcomes in individuals who use augmentative and alternative communication, will guide us on our journey to better engage in neuro...
214: Ethics of Social Media: Considerations for Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing Disorders
December 21, 2022 05:15 - 1 hour - 61.8 MBGuests: Donna Edwards, MA CCC-SLP, BCS-S, F-ASHA, Memorie Gosa, PhD, CCC-SLP, BCS-S, & Georgia Malandraki, PhD, CCC-SLP, BCS-S, F-ASHA - The guests hold a crucial conversation regarding the ethical utilization of social media as it correlates to pediatric feeding and swallowing disorders. We have all had those moments when we are scrolling on our phones and seen a post that either made us leap for joy, or stare in disbelief. We’ve seen new accounts that present as “specialists” within the PFD...
213: Mister Clay spills the EBP on AAC
December 14, 2022 05:15 - 1 hour - 61.4 MBGuest: Clay Hadden, MS, CCC-SLP - In this episode, Clay Hadden joins Michelle to discuss evidence-based approaches for AAC. Clay is a proponent of functional access and implementation of AAC and spends the hour discussing common barriers and pitfalls new AAC clinicians fall into, such as difficulty in authentic vocabulary selection, communication breakdowns in caregiver coaching, and the most common, not taking the time to establish a true bond before attempting AAC implementation.
212: Conversations on Faith and Culture to Evolve your Pediatric Practice
December 07, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 94 MBGuests: Fe Murray, EdD, CCC-SLP, Raquel Garcia, SLPD, CCC-SLP, CNT, BCS-S & Sofia Carias, MS, CCC-SLP - In this episode, Michelle and Erin are joined by industry leaders from across the nation to hold intimate conversations on how our faith and cultures influence our practice as pediatric speech-language pathologists. These two hours is an outgrowth of a lifetime of experiences shared by all the presenters, cultural missteps and corrections, religious misunderstandings, and deeply personal co...
211: Understanding Medical Interpretation
November 30, 2022 05:15 - 1 hour - 62 MBGuest: Inez Esparza, a Spanish Certified Medical Interpreter, and ASHA Certified SLPA - As a profession, speech-language pathology has an abundance of English-speaking clinicians evaluating and treating individuals who may not or do not speak English. So, where does that leave the monolingual licensed SLP? How can they best engage in that patient’s care to provide optimal outcomes? The Answer is through interprofessional education and learning more about certified medical interpretation. In t...
210: Inspiration and Guidance for the “SLPreneur” in You
November 23, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 63.2 MBGuests: Tamala Close, MS, CCC-SLP & Britney Desir, MS, CCC-SLP - In this episode, Tamala and Britney bring their years of expertise to inspire us to take that leap of faith and start our own private practices. Unsure of where to begin, never heard of an “NPI Number”, afraid of writing a business plan, overwhelmed by potential overhead costs? Breathe deep, grab your favorite pen and notebook, and let Tamala and Britney instill practical guidance to build your private practice confidence.
209: PFD Down Under with Dr. Jeanne Marshall
November 15, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 62.9 MBGuest: Jeanne Marshall, Ph.D, B Sp. Path - Are you ready to understand the differences between being an SLP in Australia? Then join Michelle and Dr. Marshall as they deep dive into research on operant vs. systematic desensitization treatment for Pediatric Feeding Disorder (PFD) and better understand the invaluable role of simulation for PFD treatment.
207: First Bite - Musical AAC Magic
November 02, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 62.5 MBGuest: Corinne Zmoos, MS, CCC-SLP - Corinne spends the hour educating listeners about the early stages of Gestalt language processing, celebrating the beauty of this learning style, effectively incorporating it into augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), and then how to put it all to music! So get your instruments and speech-generating devices ready because, by the end, you’ll want to engage in play-based therapy with both.
206: What is Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy with "Hope for HIE"
October 26, 2022 04:15 - 1 hour - 61.7 MBGuest: Betsy Pilon - In this episode, Michelle is joined by Betsy, the Executive Director of “Hope for Acquired Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE).” This hour is a deeply profound conversation as one mom shares her journey of advocacy and empowerment, inspiring and educating us along the way. Join in as the topics of causes and current treatment for HIE. are presented. Potential long-term impacts and barriers to continued treatment after NICU discharge will be discussed.
205: The SLP’s Role in Lactation and More
October 19, 2022 04:15 - 1 hour - 62.8 MBGuest: Maggie Sudimack, MA, CCC-SLP, CLC - If you’re new to the world of infant feeding, Maggie shares insights to help guide your first steps for the patient’s first sips. Highlights include the role of the SLP in a lactation evaluation, how to transition from breastfeeding to bottle feeding, and how to coach a caregiver through all these processes.
204: Hot Topics in PFD: Crucial Conversations on EBP
October 12, 2022 04:15 - 1 hour - 61.7 MBIn this episode, Michelle and Erin are holding crucial conversations regarding current evidence-based practice for pediatric feeding disorders. We all hear the myths and see the pseudoscience that is bantered around social media platforms as “evidence.” How much of this information is accurate? How much of it was designed to grow followers instead of disseminating current EBP information that will truly expand your clinical skills? The scary answer is a lot of it isn’t accurate or even safely...
203: Non-Nutritive Suck and Its Role in Oral Feeding
October 05, 2022 04:15 - 1 hour - 59.6 MBGuest: Emily Zimmerman, Ph.D, CCC-SLP - Have you ever heard of NNS? In this episode, Michelle is joined by Dr. Emily Zimmerman, a speech-language pathologist, Associate Professor in the Department of Communication Sciences & Disorders, the Associate Chair for Research and Innovation at Northeastern University, and director of the Speech and Neurodevelopment Lab (SNL). Dr. Zimmerman describes what a non-nutritive suck (NNS) is, the factors that can influence an NNS, and its role in oral feed...
202: Opening Doors for Improved Community Access
September 28, 2022 04:15 - 1 hour - 61.9 MBGuest: Amy Holbert, MSW, LISW-CP - In this episode, Michelle and Amy spend this hour discussing the role of this federally recognized “PTI,” how to empower caregivers for success with IEP advocacy, and how they support caregivers in pursuing medically necessary insurance in South Carolina. While “Family Connection” may be unique to SC, the role of PTIs and non-profit advocacy occurs everywhere, so join us and enjoy learning about how to advocate with community partners for improved patient an...
201: Strategies to Expedite Research to Practice
September 21, 2022 04:15 - 1 hour - 92.5 MBGuest: Natalie Douglas, Ph.D., CCC-SLP - Natalie discusses the critical deficits in the traditional research-to-practice model and the current trends that are working to address the shortages and breakdowns. She offers hope and functional advice on how clinicians can collaborate with researchers to create a holistic circular model in which researchers and clinicians inform and guide each other’s practice, all with the purpose of providing hope and positive outcomes for our patients.
200: Insightful and Heartfelt Tips from an AAC Sibling
September 14, 2022 04:15 - 1 hour - 61.5 MBGuest: Rylee Klocow, MS, CF-SLP - This episode is an incredibly intimate project that holds deep personal meaning for all of us. However, it is especially powerful for Rylee, as she is the younger sister of an augmentative and alternative communication user. If you have ever wondered about the role of a caregiver in acquiring and successfully utilizing an AAC device, then this is for you. We will discuss the role of the caregivers, common barriers to utilization, and current evidence-based s...
199: An Example of Excellence for NICU to EI Transitions
September 07, 2022 04:15 - 1 hour - 59.2 MBGuest: Alyson Ware, MS, CCC-SLP - In this episode, Alyson discusses the process as a community-based clinician to improve continuity of care for medically complex patients discharged from the NICU. If you’ve ever wondered what occurs in early intervention, the SLP’s role on the team, the common barriers to NICU discharges, and want strategies to smooth the transition for your patients, this episode is for you.
198: Surviving the Transition from Grad Student to Clinical Fellow with "Speaking of Samantics"
August 31, 2022 04:15 - 1 hour - 87.1 MBGuest: Sam Walker, MS, CCC-SLP, TSSLD - This course will provide information geared toward empowering speech-language pathology graduate students and the new clinician. If you’ve just entered your clinical fellowship year and are overwhelmed about what challenges you could face professionally, clinically, or even with respect to supervision, then don’t fret. Sam and Michelle are here to empower you with functional recommendations and strategies to ensure a smooth transition from graduate sch...
197: Yoga for the Peds SLP
August 24, 2022 04:15 - 1 hour - 86.2 MBGuest: Kerrie Mansfield Rigberg, MS, CCC-SLP - In this episode, Michelle is joined by Kerrie, a highly trained pediatric speech-language pathologist, with experience in the NICU, PICU, Inpatient Pediatric Rehabilitation, Private Practice, and teletherapy. She is here today to talk about the empowering role of yoga for both our pediatric patients, as well as for the treating clinician. Kerrie, who presented, “United on the Mat: Yoga, Meditation & Mindfulness for the SLP, Audiologist & Related ...
196: Getting a Patient Started: Triaging a Waitlist, Dynamic Assessments, and Goal Writing
August 17, 2022 04:15 - 1 hour - 62.1 MBIn this episode, Michelle and Erin discuss functional strategies for getting a pediatric patient started. If you are in the world of pediatric private practice (home health and/or a clinic), this is the hour for you. Michelle and Erin share easy-to-implement strategies for how to ethically triage a waitlist, the process of completing comprehensive dynamic assessments, as well as share some of their favorite goals they include in their initial evaluations and plan of care. The best part is tha...
195: PFD: Public Schools, Resources and Baby-Led Weaning
August 10, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 94.4 MBGuest: Memorie M. Gosa, PhD., CCC-SLP, BCS-S - If you love pediatric feeding disorders and deep diving into research to practice on this topic, then this is the hour for you. Michelle and Dr. Gosa tackle pediatric feeding disorders and the public schools, baby-led weaning, favorite dysphagia resources, as well as a sneak peek for the pediatric feeding disorder track at this year’s ASHA 2022.
194: All Thangs AAC
August 02, 2022 04:15 - 1 hour - 84.9 MBGuest: Stephen Kneece, MA, CCC-SLP - In this episode, Stephen Kneece, who is a highly skilled augmentative and alternative communication specialist, inspires us all with his practical insight into how to select the ideal access approach for the little ones that we serve. If you work with medically complex pediatric patients and need insight into direct versus indirect access, troubleshooting common barriers to utilization and implementation of speech-generating devices, or if you just need in...
192: Myth Busting for AAC and Early Intervention
July 29, 2022 20:00 - 1 hour - 95.9 MBIn this episode, Michelle and Erin discuss a topic dear to their hearts: busting common myths surrounding the utilization of speech-generating AAC devices in early intervention. The ladies of First Bite spend this hour empowering listeners on the steps to initiate a speech-generating device (SGD) trial within the world of EI, how to overcome common barriers such as the myth “but the device will prevent them from talking,” how to engage and encourage caregivers to use an SGD AAC device during ...
193: Pediatric Feeding Disorder and the NICU: Best Practice for Discharge
July 27, 2022 04:15 - 1 hour - 64.8 MBGuest: Cuyler Romeo, M.O.T., OTR/L, SCFES, IBCLC - In this course, our guest Cuyler, who is a PFD advocate extraordinaire, discusses the recent changes to best practices for NICU discharge for infants with a pediatric feeding disorder. She highlights updates from the National Perinatal Association, discusses common barriers to successful discharge, and best yet how we can engage in improved continuity of care for these little ones to set them up for long-term success.
191: Empowering Caregivers in Early Intervention from all Cultures
July 12, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 91.5 MBGuest: Marina Shipilova, MS, CCC-SLP - In this course, the presenter discusses her successful strategies for connecting with families from different cultures, the most common empowering advice she gives to families, and how to hold crucial conversations to embolden caregivers when barriers exist to accessing the highest quality services available to them. Michelle and Marina share some of their more memorable moments from the field (the flops and successes) to inspire us all to embrace the jo...
190: Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy and Pediatric Dysphagia
June 29, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 58 MBGuest: Raquel Garcia, SLPD, CCC-SLP, CNT, BCS-S - In this course, the presenter discusses hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE) and how this devastating diagnosis can result in pediatric dysphagia. We learn about new resources and organizations, such as “Hope for HIE”, that are educating and advocating interprofessional practice partners and caregivers about the most current research to advance the quality of care for even our littlest patients.
189: Mentoring the Next Generation of PFD Clinicians
June 22, 2022 04:30 - 1 hour - 65.9 MBGuest: Jennifer Casteix, MS, CCC-SLP - In this episode, discuss how to mentor the next generation of pediatric feeding disorder clinicians. Do you have a waitlist a mile-long for your services? Do you have a calling to do “more” for our profession, but are unsure of where to begin? Do you have a bit of wit along with your PFD wisdom and a desire to share it? Then join Jennifer as she inspires us to take up the mantle of Clinical Supervision and Mentorship! Learn an update on the current st...
188: Playful versus Play-Based Language Therapy
June 16, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 85.6 MBIn this episode, Michelle and Erin will focus on clarifying the differences between “playful” and “play-based” language therapy and how this approach can make your therapy more functional and fun! The power of “play” is one of the most powerful tools in our toolboxes even recognized and recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics. But, how do we embrace this approach effectively and overcome the barriers in our sessions? Erin and Michelle will clarify misconceptions and inspire liste...
187: Implementing Neurodiversity Affirming Intervention
June 08, 2022 04:15 - 1 hour - 61 MBGuests: Kylie Jeffrey, MS, OTR/L & Serena Murison, MS, CCC-SLP - This episode is an hour dedicated to understanding what neurodiversity-affirming intervention is. The guests explore some evidence-based sources of information regarding this fundamental shift in clinical service delivery, and most importantly functional strategies to effectively implement this approach.
186: Sensory Integration for SLPs
June 01, 2022 04:15 - 1 hour - 93.3 MBGuest: Jessie L. Ginsburg, M.S., CCC-SLP - Jessie joins the ladies of First Bite and explores what sensory integration is and why speech-language pathologists need to understand its impact. They will also discuss the speech-language pathologists’ role in implementing sensory strategies as well as describe two strategies for improving regulation during pediatric speech therapy sessions.
185: Cerebral Palsy: Impact for Functional Communication and Pediatric Feeding Disorder
May 20, 2022 20:00 - 1 hour - 56.8 MBMichelle and Erin discuss how a little one’s diagnosis of cerebral palsy (CP) can impact functional communication and potentially result in a pediatric feeding disorder (PFD). It is important for a clinician to understand how the four major groups of CP differentiate from one another because each presentation comes with its own treatment considerations given unique comorbidities. Join Michelle and Erin as they deep dive into how the four classifications of CP can impact access to functional c...
184: Investigating the Competency for Evaluation and Treatment of Dysphagia - Ed Bice, MEd., CCC-SLP
May 11, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 59.6 MBHave you ever taken a course and thought, “Wow! Yes! This is what my patients need!” and then felt a little embarrassed at how you were previously treating their dysphagia deficits? Why do we have those dysphagia competency concerns, to begin with? If you have ever asked the “why,” then join Michelle and Ed as they explore the limitations in professional preparedness. Ed walks us through how limitations in academic coursework (even down to textbook selection) impact professional preparedness ...
184: Investigating the Competency for Evaluation and Treatment of Dysphagia
May 11, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 59.6 MBGuest: Ed Bice, MEd., CCC-SLP - Have you ever taken a course and thought, “Wow! Yes! This is what my patients need!” and then felt a little embarrassed at how you were previously treating their dysphagia deficits? Why do we have those dysphagia competency concerns, to begin with? If you have ever asked the “why,” then join Michelle and Ed as they explore the limitations in professional preparedness. Ed walks us through how limitations in academic coursework (even down to textbook selection) i...
183: Embracing the EBP Triangle for PFD Holistically
May 04, 2022 04:15 - 1 hour - 58.6 MBGuest: Rachel Hahn Arkenberg, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC - In this course, the guest shares a dynamic systems approach to studying the neurophysiological development of swallowing in the context of family, culture, language, and motor development. Rachel explains the barriers to obtaining high-quality evidence for treatment of pediatric feeding disorder (PFD), challenges us to critically assess the evidence that is available, and then explains how research from allied health fields can be effective in...
183: Embracing the EBP Triangle for PFD Holistically - Rachel Hahn Arkenberg, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC
May 04, 2022 04:15 - 1 hour - 58.6 MBIn this course, the guest shares a dynamic systems approach to studying the neurophysiological development of swallowing in the context of family, culture, language, and motor development. Rachel explains the barriers to obtaining high-quality evidence for treatment of pediatric feeding disorder (PFD), challenges us to critically assess the evidence that is available, and then explains how research from allied health fields can be effective in treatment.
182: IPP for Better Beginnings for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children - Cara Smithwick, MLIS, BS and Mary Reaves, MRC
April 27, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 61.8 MBThe guests discuss all things collaboration for advocacy and education with deaf/hard of hearing children and their caregivers. Cara and Mary, who founded Beginnings SC as a labor of love for improved education and empowerment of parents/caregivers of deaf/hard of hearing children, start the hour outlining the steps taken to create a life-changing non-profit organization. If you have ever wondered how to improve your role as the SLP on the team for a deaf/hard of hearing child, then join Cara...
182: IPP for Better Beginnings for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children
April 27, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 61.8 MBGuests: Cara Smithwick, MLIS, BS, and Mary Reaves, MRC - The guests discuss all things collaboration for advocacy and education with deaf/hard of hearing children and their caregivers. Cara and Mary, who founded Beginnings SC as a labor of love for improved education and empowerment of parents/caregivers of deaf/hard of hearing children, start the hour outlining the steps taken to create a life-changing non-profit organization. If you have ever wondered how to improve your role as the SLP on...
181: Embracing Interprofessional Practice for PFD - Jaclyn Pederson, MHI and Cuyler Romeo, M.O.T., OTR/L, SCFES, IBCLC
April 20, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 68.4 MBFeeding Matters is known internationally for placing the caregiver at the heart of the interprofessional practice (IPP) team for a little one with a PFD but do you know why this is so critical? Do you know why it is vital for each PFD IPP team to have an occupational therapist also involved in the little one’s care? Our guests will share current evidence-based practice for why these team members are critical in a patient’s care and offer functional strategies for engaging in interprofessional...
180: Messy Play, PFD, the Schools, and You
April 13, 2022 04:15 - 1 hour - 66.8 MBGuests: ToniAnn Gambella Loftus, MS. CCC-SLP/TSSLD and Liza Bernabeo, MS, CCC-SLP/TSSLD - This course discusses the evidence behind implementing messy play for the treatment of pediatric feeding disorder (PFD) in schools. Are you a school-based clinician new to the world of PFD? Or are you a seasoned veteran who is new to the world of child-led and play-based therapy? If you said yes to either question or fall somewhere in between, then this is for you. Join ToniAnn and Liza as they share how...
179: Embracing Neurodiversity-Affirming Practices
April 06, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 64.4 MBGuest: Meg Proctor, MS, OTR/L - The guest shares her passion for what neurodiversity-affirming practice means and why it should matter to the pediatric speech-language pathologist. She guides us through a crucial conversation about what practice shifts we need to make when working with autistic kids, what barriers clinicians can face when implementing strengths-based neurodiversity-affirming practices, and most critically, how we can overcome these barriers to make therapy functional and joy...
178: The DuBard Association Method for Dyslexia and Communication Disorders
March 30, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 57.1 MBGuest: Missy Schraeder, PhD, CCC-SLP, CALT-QI, C-SLDS - If you're an SLP who works with preschoolers and elementary-age children that have a severe and profound communication disorder and/or dyslexia, then this is for you. In this course, Dr. Missy Schraeder and Michelle spend time sharing functional strategies that can be implemented with your patients tomorrow.
177: The Purpose of Play in Treating Pediatric Feeding Disorder
March 23, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 60.1 MBMichelle and Erin discuss the purpose of play in treating pediatric feeding disorder (PFD). Erin, who holds a Basic DIR® Floortime Provider Certification and a TBRI® Trained Practitioner, highlights the importance of play. Did you know that play has a therapeutic purpose and role in treatment, especially for pediatric feeding disorder? Join in to learn more about play and its therapeutic role.
176: Servant Leadership for the Speech-Language Pathologist
March 16, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 62.1 MBGuest: Brooke Beilman, MS, CCC-SLP - In this course, Brooke shares insight into different leadership styles, her favorite resources to learn how to grow as a leader, strategies for working through differences in leadership styles, and most importantly why leadership growth is important to the clinician in the field.
175: Addressing Disparities in Healthcare
March 09, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 61.7 MBGuest: Renee Garrett, MSEd, CCC-SLP, CBIS - As clinicians in speech-language pathology and audiology, we are tasked with providing services to all ages, ethnicities, gender expressions/identifications, races, national origins, and disabilities. During the last decade, more awareness and emphasis has been placed on identifying and understanding health disparities. Renee is here to inspire us to better understand how we as clinicians can support and foster change, by first defining health dis...
174: Evidence-Based Practice for Speech Sound Disorders
March 02, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 61.7 MBGuest: Amy Graham, MS, CCC-SLP - Do you love the phonemic alphabet? Dream about deep analysis of speech sound error patterns? Or just love unlocking the mysteries behind the differences between articulation disorders versus phonological disorders versus motor speech disorders? If you said “Yes” to all of the above, then this is the hour for you! If you said “No” to all of the above, (maybe panic slightly and break out into a cold palm sweat), but you still need to know the most current evide...
173: Community Engagement for Caregivers
February 23, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 59.4 MBGuest: Megan Branham, LMSW - In this episode, Michelle is joined by her favorite child advocate and social worker, Megan Branham LMSW, to discuss a topic near to both their hearts, that is, community support for caregivers. If our caregivers are in crisis or even in a time of need, they cannot be fully present and engaged in speech therapy for the little ones we are called to serve. So, where does that leave us? What can we do? Megan and Michelle spend this precious hour discussing strategies...