The back-to-school season can feel like a whirlwind—and if you’re anything like me, you’ve had years where it nearly sent you into a full-on spiral. 😅 In this episode, I’m getting real about what helps me transition without the stress overload and how you can set up your school year with less chaos and more calm.

This isn’t about doing all the things—it’s about doing the right things to support your mental load, your schedule, and your sanity as an SLP.

In this episode, I’ll walk you through:
✔️ The 3 things I don’t do anymore when prepping for the school year
✔️ My mindset reset before the first day back
✔️ Why “good enough” is the goal
✔️ Simple ways I reduce decision fatigue (and outfit stress!)
✔️ How the Speech Therapy Toolbox sets me up for success from Day 1

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✨ You don’t have to burn out by September. This episode is your permission slip to reset, refocus, and return with confidence.

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Starting your Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) can feel equal parts exciting and overwhelming. In this episode, I’m sharing my top tips for navigating your CFY with confidence—from making the most of your supervision, to managing a diverse caseload, to taking care of your own mental health.

Whether you're just starting out or supporting a CF, this episode is packed with encouragement, practical advice, and the reminders I wish someone had told me back when I was a CF myself.

What You’ll Learn:
✅ What to prioritize during your first few months
✅ How to set boundaries and avoid burnout early
✅ The importance of asking questions (and how to ask them!)
✅ Tips for staying organized with documentation and therapy planning
✅ Where to find resources that actually help

Want in on our CFY program? Email [email protected] and put CFY in the subject line :) 

✨ You’ve got this—and I’m cheering you on every step of the way.

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Feeling stuck in a summer speech rut? You’re not alone! In today’s episode, I’m sharing fresh, low-prep, and FUN therapy ideas to shake things up and reignite your excitement for sessions this summer. Whether you’re working extended school year, private clients, or just a few summer sessions, these ideas are designed to be light, engaging, and easy to implement—because summer therapy shouldn’t feel like a slog.

What You’ll Learn:
✅ Why ruts happen (especially in the summer)
✅ How to lean into child-led themes and interests
✅ Fun, simple therapy ideas you can use this week
✅ Creative ways to use materials you already have
✅ A few of my favorite summer go-tos from inside The Speech Therapy Toolbox

Listener Reminder:
🎉 Don’t forget—Toolbox members get fresh therapy materials every single month, and you can join any time. Summer is the perfect time to explore new materials at your own pace! Use code: PODCAST for a listener discount!

Links + Resources Mentioned:
🔹 Check out the resources inside The Speech Therapy Toolbox
🔹 Follow me on Instagram @speechtea for more ideas

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Feeling the summer slow-down... but still want to stay sharp as an SLP? In this episode, I’m sharing practical, low-pressure ways to keep your SLP brain fresh during the summer months—without burning out. Whether you're stepping away from therapy completely or working a lighter caseload, these strategies are designed to help you feel recharged, inspired, and ready to return with energy.

We’re talking about:

• Rest vs. stimulation: How to find the right balance
• Creative ways to stay connected to the field (without overdoing it)
• Tips for guilt-free rest, reflective practice, and soft professional growth
• How I personally stay inspired during my off-seasons

This is your invitation to take a deep breath, loosen your grip on the to-do list, and trust that rest is productive.

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Pack your (therapy) bags—because today, I’m giving you a peek inside mine! In this light and practical episode, I’m sharing exactly what I keep in my summer therapy bag so I can stay flexible, fun, and functional no matter where I’m seeing kids.

We’re talking:
☀️ The go-to items I always have on hand in the summer
📦 How I keep it simple and portable (less is more!)
🎯 Favorite versatile materials that target multiple goals
🧠 How to plan less but still be super effective
👜 A few tricks for staying organized between home visits, ESY, or private clients

If you’re an SLP doing any type of therapy this summer—this is your episode. You'll walk away with practical ideas you can toss right into your own therapy bag!

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We’re throwing a little party on the podcast today—because it’s my birthday AND the perfect time to talk about why summer is hands-down the best time to join The Speech Therapy Toolbox.

In this episode, I’m giving you a behind-the-scenes look at what’s inside the Toolbox, how it helps you go from overwhelmed to organized, and why summer is the smartest time to hop in—so you’re not scrambling when the school year starts.

Here’s what you’ll hear:
🎁 The birthday bonuses you won’t want to miss
🧰 How the Toolbox saves you hours each week
🗓️ What summer planning can look like (with support!)
💡 How to reset and refresh your caseload systems now before fall hits
❤️ Real-life ways Toolbox members are using it to simplify their therapy life

Whether you’re thinking about joining or already a member, this episode will remind you why investing in yourself—and your sanity—is the smartest move you can make.

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Let’s simplify! In this episode, Erin is sharing her top 3 therapy activities that work any time of year—no matter the season, setting, or caseload. These are go-to strategies and materials that are versatile, low-prep, and high-impact, so you can stress less and get more done.

Whether you're wrapping up the school year, working through ESY, or planning for the fall, these core therapy activities will help you stay consistent without reinventing the wheel every month.

You'll learn:
✔️ Erin’s favorite all-season therapy ideas
✔️ How to adapt each one for different ages and goals
✔️ Why these strategies make planning easier AND more effective
✔️ How to use these year-round staples with minimal prep and max results

These activities are tried-and-true favorites inside The Speech Therapy Toolbox—and today, you’ll hear exactly why they’ve earned a permanent spot in Erin’s rotation.

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Let’s be real—our SLP brains run non-stop all year long. Therapy plans, data tracking, paperwork, IEPs, parent communication… it’s A LOT. So when summer hits, it’s time to slow down, unplug a bit, and intentionally rest that brilliant SLP brain of yours.

In this episode, Erin shares her personal favorite ways to mentally reset during the summer months, without guilt. From the routines she steps back from to the hobbies and habits she leans into, you’ll get practical ideas to help you unwind, recharge, and return in the fall with clarity and fresh energy.

Whether you’re working ESY or taking the whole summer off, this episode will inspire you to build in true rest—and remind you why it matters.

You’ll hear:
🧠 What it really means to rest your SLP brain
🌿 Erin’s go-to summer rhythms (that don’t involve a single data sheet)
📚 Low-effort, high-reward ways to recharge personally and professionally
❤️ Why rest is productive—and necessary for longevity in this field

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Feeling the burnout creep in after a long school year? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to carry that exhaustion into summer. In this honest and supportive episode, Erin shares practical ways to reset your mindset, protect your energy, and set boundaries that actually stick.

Whether you're diving into ESY, seeing private clients, or taking a well-deserved break, this conversation will help you reflect, recharge, and move into summer with purpose.

You’ll walk away with:
✅ Signs you’re burned out (even if you’re still functioning!)
✅ Simple scripts for saying no without guilt
✅ Ideas for resetting your schedule and expectations
✅ Encouragement to honor your own needs as an SLP and a human

Let this be your permission slip to pause, protect your peace, and plan a summer that serves you.

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Looking for simple, effective ways to keep speech therapy progress going when school’s out? In this episode, we're diving into quick wins for summer carryover — easy ideas you can send home to parents that won’t overwhelm them (or you!). Whether you're wrapping up the school year or planning ESY, these carryover strategies are designed to be low-effort, high-impact.

You’ll learn:

• How to equip caregivers with simple tools they’ll actually use
• What types of activities promote natural language opportunities at home
• Why keeping it simple is more effective than a packed packet
• Real-life examples from The Speech Therapy Toolbox carryover units

Tune in for practical tips that help your students maintain their gains while keeping families supported (without burning out yourself).

📦 Want materials that are ready to go?
You’ll find grab-and-go carryover resources inside The Speech Therapy Toolbox! Learn more here.

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