SLP advocates from Arkansas, North Carolina, Michigan, and Nebraska join host Dr. Jeanette Benigas. They all advocate for removing the CCC and ASHA verbiage from their states' billing requirements for full professional autonomy. They face challenges with Medicaid billing and regulatory issues and lead teams to address these through legislative changes and communication with state representatives. No matter where they are in the process, they all emphasize the importance of professional autonomy. Be prepared to be inspired!

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Hosts Dr. Jeanette Benigas and Preston Lewis, MS/SLP, welcome Tiffany Moniz. MA/SLP, cofounder of the FB group, USA Based OT, PT, & SLP Therapists United for Change to discuss the pressing ethical challenges that clinicians often face in corporate settings, such as the burdens of prior authorization, the importance of clinical autonomy, and the ethical dilemmas that many professionals encounter daily. The conversation emphasizes the urgency of policy reforms, the necessity of legal resources, and the power of public awareness in protecting our profession.

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Hosts Dr. Jeanette Benigas and Preston Lewis, MS/SLP, welcome Tiffany Moniz. MA/SLP, cofounder of the FB group, USA Based OT, PT, & SLP Therapists United for Change to discuss the pressing ethical challenges that clinicians often face in corporate settings, such as the burdens of prior authorization, the importance of clinical autonomy, and the ethical dilemmas that many professionals encounter daily. The conversation emphasizes the urgency of policy reforms, the necessity of legal resources, and the power of public awareness in protecting our profession. 

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Dr. Jeanette Benigas welcomes Dr. AC Goldberg to discuss his nonprofit, CREDIT Institute, which aims to advance healthcare and higher education equity. They explore their differing views on maintaining the CCC and engaging with ASHA, highlighting ASHA's mixed impact on marginalized professionals. AC acknowledges ASHA's role in advocating for transgender professionals and promoting DEI while also recognizing its flaws and high costs. They emphasize the need for informed consumerism, support for ASHA's potential, and the importance of empowering minoritized voices within the profession.

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Dr. Jeanette Benigas talks with Lacy Helms, MA, CCC/SLP, President of the Colorado Speech Language and Hearing Association (CSHA), about CSHA's initiatives, including advocating at the state Capitol and providing resources for state clinicians to stay informed and engaged. They discuss the impact of CSHA's advocacy efforts on Medicaid policies and the current challenges faced in obtaining SLPA certification. With membership benefits such as CEUs and networking opportunities, clinicians have the ability to actively shape the future of speech therapy in Colorado.

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Dr. Jeanette Benigas and cohost Preston Lewis, MS/SLP, share updates on advocacy efforts in Michigan, Nebraska, Colorado, and more. They acknowledge the positive aspects of ASHA advocacy but also critique its transparency regarding revenue from the CCC vs. actual membership dues. This candid discussion underscores the urgency of reform within professional associations and its impact on affordability for clinicians.

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Dr. Jeanette Benigas spends time with Jordan LeVan, chatting about his story as a person with childhood apraxia of speech, his experiences with speech therapy, and his efforts to make sure every child is heard and accepted. He is a fierce advocate as the author of multiple children's books, an IEP advocate, founder, and president of the 501c3, The Apraxia Foundation: Hearing All Voices, and the face behind the exploding social media platform @fightingformyvoice, where he hopes to inspire everyone to be their true, authentic selves.

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The Singing SLP, Kevin Simmons, MS/SLP, joins Dr. Jeanette Benigas to share his journey from a graduate student to using his musical talents to make learning and therapy more engaging for his clients. He talks about his role as a sensory barber, transforming haircut experiences for children with sensory sensitivities. Kevin and Jeanette unravel the myths surrounding the CCC and the fears students and new graduates have. They share personal stories, and challenge the status quo, urging better education and transparency in the field.

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Dr. Jeanette Benigas and guest host Preston Lewis, MS/SLP, talk with Elizabeth Nielsen, MA/SLP from Tiny Voice Therapy who shares her journey integrating hippotherapy into her practice near Chicago. She's also raising awareness about SLP struggles, recently sharing her story and the story of many Fearless Fixers with her local NPR station (read the story here). Join us in this call to action and advocate for our profession. Share your story, and reach out to local news networks and NPR stations. Let's raise our voices for change!

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Dr. Jeanette Benigas and Preston Lewis, MS/SLP, discuss critical issues in the SLP community. They review systemic challenges, citing Elizabeth Nielsen MA/SLP's NPR story, and critique ASHA's influence on licensure. They advocate for grassroots policy influence and discuss how inflation affects SLP salaries and operations. Personal anecdotes about their educational and professional experiences, including discrimination and the importance of diversity, enrich the discussion, providing a broad view of the current state and future of the SLP field.

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