In today's episode, I chat with Aimee Walton, SLP about her role in working with high schoolers and their transition to post secondary. This episode is a MUST listen for all SLPs as we learn to incorporate life skills and daily living skills into all of our language goals, no matter the age of the client.

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About the host:
Erin Larsen, M.S., CCC-SLP
Owner of Speech Tea, LLC and founder of The Speech Therapy Toolbox
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Episode Title: 3 Wins by Playing into the Client's Interests

Host: Erin Larsen, M.S., CCC-SLP

Episode Summary: In this episode of the All Things SLP podcast, Erin Larsen shares three significant benefits of incorporating clients' interests into speech therapy sessions. Erin explains how tailoring therapy to align with clients' passions can enhance engagement, motivation, and overall success in achieving therapy goals.

Key Topics Discussed:

1. Increased Engagement:
   • How incorporating clients' interests captures their attention and keeps them engaged.
   • Examples of activities and materials that align with clients' hobbies and preferences.
   • The role of personalized therapy in maintaining high levels of participation.
2. Enhanced Motivation:
   • The impact of interest-based activities on clients' willingness to participate and work hard.
   • Strategies for identifying and integrating clients' interests into therapy sessions.
   • Real-life examples of how motivation improves when clients are interested in the activities.
3. Better Generalization:
   • How using clients' interests helps in generalizing skills to everyday situations.
   • The importance of contextually relevant practice for long-term success.
   • Success stories where clients applied therapy skills outside of sessions due to interest-based activities.

Practical Tips:

• Discovering Interests:
  • Techniques for finding out what clients are passionate about.
  • How to involve families and caregivers in the process of identifying interests.
• Adapting Activities:
  • Ways to modify traditional therapy activities to include elements of clients' interests.
  • Examples of interest-based activities for different age groups and therapy goals.
• Tracking Progress:
  • Methods for measuring progress and engagement when using interest-based activities.
  • How to document and share success stories with parents and caregivers.

Resource Mentioned: The Speech Therapy Toolbox

Now What? Join the conversation! Share your experiences and tips for incorporating clients' interests into speech therapy on our social media platforms. Don’t forget to subscribe to the All Things SLP podcast for more expert insights and practical advice.

Thank you for listening! We hope you found this episode inspiring and informative. Stay tuned for more episodes where we bring you expert advice and innovative ideas for your speech therapy practice. See you next time!

Connect with Erin:

• Instagram
• Facebook

About the Host: Erin Larsen, M.S., CCC-SLP

• Owner of Speech Tea, LLC
• Founder of The Speech Therapy Toolbox
• Creator of The Early Intervention Academy for SLPs

Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational purposes only and should not replace services. If you are a parent, please seek an evaluation from a licensed speech-language pathologist.

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Episode Title: An SLP + Parent Perspective on Increasing Parent Communication with Elizabeth Hepler of Ausome Speech

Host: Erin Larsen, M.S., CCC-SLP

Guest: Elizabeth Hepler, M.S., CCC-SLP

Episode Summary: In this insightful episode of the All Things SLP podcast, host Erin Larsen sits down with Elizabeth Hepler of Ausome Speech to discuss the vital topic of enhancing communication with parents from both an SLP and a parent perspective. Elizabeth shares her unique insights and practical strategies for fostering effective communication and collaboration between SLPs and parents to support the success of children in speech therapy.

Key Topics Discussed:

1. The Importance of Parent Communication:
   • Understanding the critical role of parent involvement in the therapy process.
   • How effective communication can enhance therapy outcomes and build trust.
2. Challenges in Parent-SLP Communication:
   • Common barriers to effective communication between SLPs and parents.
   • Strategies for overcoming these challenges and building strong partnerships.
3. Practical Strategies for Increasing Communication:
   • Techniques for initiating and maintaining open lines of communication.
   • Tools and resources that can facilitate better communication and information sharing.
4. From an SLP Perspective:
   • Tips for SLPs on how to engage parents and keep them informed about their child's progress.
   • Examples of successful communication strategies used in practice.
5. From a Parent Perspective:
   • Elizabeth’s insights as both an SLP and a parent.
   • How parents can effectively communicate their concerns and feedback to SLPs.
   • The benefits of a collaborative approach to therapy.
6. Resources and Tools:
   • Recommended resources and tools that can aid in enhancing communication between parents and SLPs.

Practical Tips:

• Building Trust and Rapport:
  • Ways to establish a positive and trusting relationship with parents from the outset.
  • The importance of empathy and active listening in communication.
• Utilizing Technology:
  • How technology can be leveraged to improve communication and keep parents engaged.
  • Examples of apps and digital tools that can facilitate better communication.

Now What? Join the conversation! Share your experiences and tips for enhancing parent-SLP communication on our social media platforms. Don’t forget to subscribe to the All Things SLP podcast for more expert insights and practical advice.

Thank you for listening! We hope you found this episode with Elizabeth Hepler insightful and inspiring. Stay tuned for more episodes where we bring you expert advice and innovative ideas for your speech therapy practice. See you next time!

Connect with Elizabeth Hepler:

• Instagram
• Ausome Speech Website

About the Host: Erin Larsen, M.S., CCC-SLP

• Owner of Speech Tea, LLC
• Founder of The Speech Therapy Toolbox
• Creator of The Early Intervention Academy for SLPs
• Instagram
• Facebook

Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational purposes only and should not replace services. If you are a parent, please seek an evaluation from a licensed speech-language pathologist.