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In this episode, SLP Kristen Powell discusses the challenges of her former AAC private practice, and how she found satisfaction returning to the school system. Kristen on IG Show Notes: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/194

This episode covers three tips for imposter syndrome and burnout including: My job is not the most important thing in lifeOver work and over preparation doesn’t lead to better resultsMake good mistakes Full show notes: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/194

This episode includes 5 IEP Tips including: Dealing with interruptions Giving the team clarity on how the meeting will be run and time paramatersHow to facilitate parent inputStaying on time and on agendaWhat to do with conflictFull show notes: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/193

In this episode with High School SLP Leah Brakebill, a full-time High School SLP, you'll learn: Solutions for common challenges with high school therapy (i.e. teachers not sending students, students skipping, students using phones/airpods during speech) Language Intervention sessions at the High School Level - what does she do?Running student-directed Autism groups for adolescentsMore about Leah's relaxed and intuitive therapy styleLeah's perspective on being a busy public school SLP - and recognizing that what you are doing is enough Full show notes: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/192

In this solo episode, Sarah discusses work lessons she's learned the hard way so that you don't have to, including: You decide the pace of your work and how much you have to giveBe cautious of workplace friendshipsAcknowledge there will always be too much work to doAccept (and change) the bad, but also acknowledge the good...and more show notes: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/191

In this episode with Dr Klaire Brumbaugh, we discuss: Prioritization at workDetermining your work "buckets" and how that helps you say noMaking boundaries clearFinding joyDr B on Instagram Show notes: www.slphappyhour/show-notes/190

In this solo episode, Sarah talks about (mostly) closing her private practice and 11 indicators that showed her it was time for a change. Show notes: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/189

In this interview with Dr Amy Peterson, she shares a language intervention for comprehension called Sketch and Speak, designed for grades 3+. This episode covers: Who is the intervention for?What kind of readings were used?What are the aids for comprehension?How did students summarize the passage?How can we implement this intervention? For full show notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/188

In this episode, Sarah covers basic Q and A about the complexity approach, including: Who is it for?What is the theory behind it?How do you implement it?...And more! For full show notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/187

In this episode, the discussion centers on: Taking a “whole” child approach to your SLP sessionsChoosing complex targets (for speech and language)Incorporating movement in session for more gainsChoosing effective goals/targets For full show notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/186

Today we have a special guest, owner of a Canadian private practice (Ontario-area), Becky McArthur of We Communicate. In this episode, topics discussed include: How Becky opened up her niche (private pay) private practiceSystems within We Communicate Creating a private practice that serves your needs Preparing families for intervention by compassionately having difficult conversations Resources for SLPS who'd like to learn more about literacy For full show notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/185

In this episode with guest Sara Serota, topics discussed include: Robust assessments for stuttering within the school systemDetermining educational impactCounseling studentsCoaching communication partners...and more For full show notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/184

In this episode with Kelly Harvill from Speaking of Images, discussion topics include: Kelly's job as an early childhood evaluatorcomparing yourself with other SLPstrusting yourself to practice "your way," even if the way you practice is different from othersknowing that if others practice differently, that isn't necessarily betterKelly's experience being in the profession for 30 years, and her thoughts on creating a rewarding, long-term career as an SLPShow notes: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/183 More on Kelly: www.speakingofimages.com

In this episode, SLP Deborah Brooks shares how to create verbal play-based routines to support speech sound development for preschoolers. Show notes: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/182

In this episode, Deborah Brooks shares tips for creating play-based language sessions for preschoolers that hold short attention spans and are effective ways to grow language skills. Show notes: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/181