The Speech Space Podcast
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A speech and language podcast designed for the busy speech-language pathologist. These bite-sized shows provide tips, knowledge, and resources that SLPs in the schools or private practice settings will be sure to appreciate!
The Speech Space Podcast
1w ago
This episode focuses on the important role that SLPs can play in helping their students and clients feel safe and ready to learn. I review basic information about trauma, and then cover topics related to trauma-informed speech therapy. The episode includes an explanation of the principles of trauma-informed care, and practical suggestions for how to put them into practice during your speech therapy sessions. The show notes from this episode can be accessed here ..read more
The Speech Space Podcast
3w ago
This episode discusses how to be an anti-ableist SLP. In the episode, I talk about the importance of recognizing ableism's influence, and then actively pushing back against it by using inclusive language, being thoughtful about our goal choices, supporting accessibility for disabled SLPs, and addressing ableist microaggressions. Go here to access the show notes ==> https://www.thedigitalslp.com/podcast/how-to-be-an-anti-ableist-slp ..read more
The Speech Space Podcast
1M ago
This episode is all about new perspectives on stuttering and it's the second half of a 2-part series. Make sure to listen to part one first so it all comes together. In this episode, I address topics like stuttering gain, concepts of stutter-affirming therapy, key elements of effective self-disclosure, and intersectionality. The show notes from this episode can be accessed here: https://bit.ly/TSSEP126 ..read more
The Speech Space Podcast
2M ago
This episode's topic focuses on embracing imperfection. Join our podcast as we explore the liberating journey of pushing back against perfectionism, fostering growth, and celebrating the beauty of authenticity. Go here to access the notes = = > https://bit.ly/3H1Cr4L ..read more
The Speech Space Podcast
3M ago
This episode's topic involves a lot of complexity and nuance. We’ll talk about what a growth mindset actually is, and why it could be beneficial to have one. We’ll also discuss some of the criticisms and caveats when it comes to a growth mindset, and explore healthy ways to cultivate growth mindsets, both with our students and in ourselves. Go here to access the show notes: https://bit.ly/TSSEP123 ..read more
The Speech Space Podcast
3M ago
This podcast episode is all about how NOT to use digital resources. I wanted to mention that this isn’t the first time we have talked about this topic on the podcast. In 2019, I recorded an episode called “How Not to Use Technology in Speech Therapy.” I’ll be covering some of the same themes today, and expanding on some of the ideas that were mentioned in that episode. I’ll also bring some new suggestions into the mix. Go here to access the show notes: https://bit.ly/TSSEP122 ..read more
The Speech Space Podcast
4M ago
In this episode, I’ll be talking about some simple strategies to minimize overwhelm during the holiday season. Go here to access the show notes: https://bit.ly/TSSEP121 ..read more
The Speech Space Podcast
5M ago
This episode is all about anxiety. I will focus on how anxiety impacts learning, and what SLPs can do to support their students and clients who experience anxiety. Go here to access the show notes: https://bit.ly/TSSEP119 ..read more
The Speech Space Podcast
5M ago
Previously, I published two podcast episodes about the eight parts of speech, different types of phrases and clauses, sentence types and classifications, and the most common syntax issues we might see with our students. In this episode, I'll be discussing evidence-based grammar interventions for speech therapy. Go here to access the show notes: https://bit.ly/TSSEP118 ..read more
The Speech Space Podcast
6M ago
In this episode, we’ll be talking about lateral lisps. A lateral lisp affects sounds that require centralized airflow, like /s/ and /z/. When a client exhibits a lateral lisp, the airflow isn’t centralized - it’s lateralized. This results in a distortion that causes the sound to be “slushy” or “mushy.” Go here to access the show notes: https://bit.ly/TSSEP117 ..read more