In this episode, Nicole and Katja chat about how to identify if a child is a gestalt language processor. They share personal anecdotes and professional insights on supporting GLPs, providing clear and meaningful examples of the common qualities and characteristics of gestalt language processors. Nicole and Katja discuss the importance of recognizing GLPs' unique communication styles and the need for tailored therapeutic approaches. They emphasize the value of music, nursery rhymes, and the concept of echopraxia in understanding and facilitating communication for GLPs, while also addressing misconceptions about functional communication. takeaways

• Identifying a child as a Gestalt language processor is crucial for providing appropriate support.
• Delayed echolalia can manifest in various forms, not just media scripts.
• Intonation plays a significant role in how GLPs communicate and convey meaning.
• Understanding the deeper meaning behind a child's Gestalts is essential for effective communication.
• Music and nursery rhymes often resonate with GLPs, aiding in their language development.
• Echolalia and echopraxia are important aspects of communication for GLPs.
• Gestalt cognitive processing involves strong auditory and visual memories, influencing how children learn and communicate.
• Recognizing and affirming a child's gestalts can lead to clearer communication and language development.

  To learn more about gestalt language processing, as well as access Nicole and Katja's resources, courses, and more, visit our websites:  www.greatlanguagepartner.com   The GLP webinars, handbooks, and more by Katja:  https://www.bohospeechie.net/   The GLP Course by Nicole, for parents and professionals supporting gestalt language processors:  https://nicole-casey.mykajabi.com/greatlanguagepartner