Speechie Side Up

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Speechie Side Up episodes

October 30, 2019 63: Bilingual Myth Busters & Best Practices for Bilingual Speech/Language Assessment
In this session, we discussed common myths associated with bilingual language development. We also discussed different resources for learning more about best practices when providing bilingual speech therapy and during a bilingual speech and language evaluation. In addition, we explored various strategies for integrating the curriculum into bilingual language therapy and running whole group therapy sessions.
1 hr 1 min
October 30, 2019 62: The One About Social Thinking with Michelle Garcia Winner
Keynote interview from SLP Live featuring Michelle Garcia Winner of Social Thinking.
Michelle is a speech-language pathologist, and pioneer in treating social learning challenges. She travels all over the world to deliver energetic and educational conference presentations.

Michelle is also a prolific writer and has written and co-authored more than 40 books and over 100 articles about a term and methodology she developed, called Social Thinking.

We hope you enjoy this special keynote episode with Michelle about how to be an effective SLP in today's digital world!
30 min
October 23, 2019 61: The One About Moving Beyond Requesting with AAC Users
This week’s episode is a panel discussion form the AAC rock stars – Kacy, Joey, Kristen, Anne, and yours truly -- where we talk about helping our students move beyond requesting.
We cover things like our favorites apps and games, strategies for helping our students find their voices and learn to protest, what types of activities facilitate language functions, recommended reading, mindsets to adopt, and so much more!
44 min
October 16, 2019 60: The One About Hearing Loss with Lindsay Cockburn
This week you get to hear from pediatric audiologist Lindsay Cockburn.
In this episode, Lindsay shares about her background and how and why audiologists and SLPs should collaborate. When you hear her ideas, you’ll see what a no-brainer it is that we work together. Together we can take our hard-of-hearing patients farther. Lindsay explains how hearing loss affects speech and gives us clues on when SLPs should recommend hearing tests for kids.
Lindsay and I cover a lot of ground in the episode, including things SLPs need to know when treating DHH kids. Join us!
46 min
October 09, 2019 59: The One About Using AAC in the Classroom with Lauren Enders
This week you get to hear from SLP and AAC expert Lauren Enders.
In this episode, Lauren shares some of her favorite sources for information and inspiration. She shares valuable tips for getting buy-in for AAC implementation in schools and how to use AAC in classrooms. We also discuss the importance for looking beyond helping our clients communicate their needs and wants to helping them connect with others and cultivate relationships.
This is a jam-packed episode you don’t want to miss!
1 hr
October 02, 2019 58: The One About Self-Publishing with Jennie Bjorem
This week you get to hear from Jennie Bjorem, apraxia expert and publisher of the Bjorem Speech Sound Cues.
In this episode, we discuss Jennie’s private practice; we learn the backstory behind her popular Speech Cues; we discuss how she became an apraxia expert...and we discuss some personal things like her exercise routine. You don’t want to miss this one!
Come listen in on my chat with Jennie!
43 min
September 25, 2019 57: The One About Working with Older Students with Kristin Bowers
This week you get to hear from Kristin Bowers, SLP from Kiwi Speech! Kristin has a private practice in Pittsburgh.
In this episode, we discuss how Kristin incorporates brain teasers into her therapy, how she’s able to motivate older and gifted students, her unique approach to data collection...and more! Kristin is an extremely talented SLP who runs a blog, TPT store, and private practice. She enjoys handlettering and creates beautiful marketing materials for therapy professionals.
You’ll love getting to know Kristin. Join us!
27 min
September 18, 2019 56: The One About Speech Sound Disorders with Amy Graham
This week you get to hear from Amy Graham of Graham Speech Therapy! Amy works out of her home in Colorado Springs with private-pay clients.
In this episode, we discuss being in business for yourself, how having a niche therapy can help draw private-pay patients, the importance of doing an oral mech exam when assessing SSDs, her favorite tip for correcting lateral lisps, and how she uses principles of motor learning for SSDs.
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You’ll love hearing Amy’s practical tips and words of wisdom. Join us!
40 min
September 11, 2019 55: The One About Theme-Based Therapy with Chloe Elizabeth
This week you get to hear from the queen of theme-based therapy, Chloe Elizabeth, a pediatric SLP in California. Chloe loves arts and crafts, theme-based therapy, planning ahead, and staying organized.
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In this episode, Chloe shares how she uses themes to plan ahead for therapy sessions, her go-to resources, and her tips for helping you to get more organized. We also hear about Chloe’s career shift from a school setting to private practice.
Finally, if you’re a fan of The Office, you’ll love The-Office-related get-to-know-you questions! Join us!
31 min
September 04, 2019 54: The One About SLPAs with Jillian Yudin
This week you get to hear from Jillian Yudin an SLPA in Orange County, CA. Jillian is the first SLPA on the podcast, and she clarifies for us the role of an SLPA, what they can and can’t do, and how they can augment the practice of an SLP.
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In this episode, you will learn about Jillian’s path into speech pathology, about the pros and cons of the SLPA path and why it might – or might not – be a good path for you. If you’re an SLP, you’ll learn how to get the most out of your relationships with your SLPA.
I had a great time getting to know Jillian, and I learned that we have a lot in common. Join us!
36 min

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You’re listening to the Speechie Side Up podcast hosted by author, AAC specialist, and matcha tea lover, Venita Litvack! Every week, you get to hear what other SLPs are doing in the field and how they…