Telepractice Today
Increasingly, healthcare and educational professionals are delivering services using teleconferencing platforms. For speech-language pathologists and audiologists, delivering diagnostic and treatment services using distance technology is called telepractice. In this podcast, Kim Dutro Allen and Dr. K Todd Houston share the latest news, tips, and insights from other professionals who are interviewed in each episode. Telepractice will continue to grow, so please join us to learn more about how you can use technology to serve your clients and patients more effectively.
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Shari Robertson Discusses Burnout & Work-Life Balance
09/23/2024
Shari Robertson Discusses Burnout & Work-Life Balance
Shari Robertson, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, ASHA Fellow, Board Certified Specialist in Child Language (BCS-CL) is a professor emerita and retired Associate Provost at Indiana University of PA and the CEO of Dynamic Resources. Prior to moving into academia, Robertson spent 20 years in the public schools as a broad range SLP and Administrator and she continues to be a strong advocate and innovator in areas related to schools-based intervention. Dr. Robertson’s has received the Editors Award for Language by the Journal of Speech-Language-Hearing Research as well as the Annie Glenn National Award for Leadership in Language and Literacy. The 2019 President of ASHA, Shari is committed to helping her colleagues thrive in their personal and professional pursuits and continues to spread the message of the importance of making effective communication, a human right, accessible and achievable for all. To learn more about Shari and her resources: Link to Handouts for Banish Burnout: Direct link to Dynamic Resources: Direct link the Learning Library: ____________________________ You can listen to this episode wherever you stream podcasts and at
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JJ Whicker Discusses the Mission of the ASHA PAC
09/16/2024
JJ Whicker Discusses the Mission of the ASHA PAC
Dr. JJ Whicker is a pediatric audiologist, clinical researcher, chief operating officer and co-owner at Little Heroes Pediatric Hearing Clinic. As a clinician, JJ works with children who are cochlear implanted and completes diagnostic testing for infants who refer on their newborn hearing screen. Dr. Whicker also runs the Central Auditory Processing Disorders program. As a researcher, JJ is interested in understanding the unique challenges posed to parents of children who are Deaf or Hard-of-hearing (DHH) with other disabilities, and how those challenges shift parents’ priority for their children’s hearing-related needs. He is also interested in understanding the challenges faced by adolescents who are DHH as they prepare to transition to post-secondary opportunities. Links: email: __________________________ You can listen to this episode wherever you stream podcasts and at
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Hadijat Muftau-Lediju Shares Her Passion for Integrating Gaming Into Occupational Therapy
09/09/2024
Hadijat Muftau-Lediju Shares Her Passion for Integrating Gaming Into Occupational Therapy
Hadijat Muftau-Lediju is a dedicated occupational therapist known for her unique approach to therapy, integrating video games to enhance skill development. She has a background working with adults with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, and dementia, later dedicating over four years to pediatrics in clinical and school settings. In these roles, she integrates video games, technology, assistive tech, and game design methods into therapy (e.g., executive functioning through inventory management, main quests and side quests, and working memory). In addition to her contributions to DeepWell TDx, she serves as a consultant with Cephable, an assistive technology software company. Hadijat has also been a featured speaker at notable events, including the Game Devs of Color Expo (September 18-21, 2024), where she presented "How Your Game Can Be Used in Rehabilitation and Therapy," and the 2nd Annual Black Girl Gamers Summit (August 3, 2024), where she discussed "Protect Your Mental." Committed to innovative practices, Hadijat strives to make therapy both enjoyable and impactful for clients of all ages. _____________ You can listen to this episode wherever you stream podcasts and at
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Janita Gilliam Discusses Her Mobile Private Practice, Jabber Talk Speech & Consulting
09/02/2024
Janita Gilliam Discusses Her Mobile Private Practice, Jabber Talk Speech & Consulting
Dr. Gilliam, better known as “Dr. Jay,” is a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist and Founder of Jabber Talk Speech and Consulting, PLLC. She is passionate about providing skilled speech therapy services to the early childhood and school-aged populations. She enjoys coaching parents to help their children meet their full potential across all environments. Dr. Jay’s education began with a B.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Alabama A&M University. She obtained her M.S. in Communicative Sciences & Disorders from The University of Arkansas and her Doctorate of Speech-Language Pathology at Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions. Dr. Jay has been an active member of the Texas Speech-Language-Hearing Association, the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and the National Black Association for Speech-Language Hearing. Dr. Jay has over 13 years of experience in assessment, diagnosing, planning and treating children with speech-language and feeding disorders. She has provided speech and language services in a variety of settings, including schools, private clinics, home health, and early intervention. In addition to her private practice Dr. Jay is an Adjunct Professor and currently a Visiting Professor at one of the local universities in the DFW metroplex. In her spare time she enjoys traveling, reading and spending time with her husband William and their daughters Layla and Nova. Social Media Handles: IG: the_latetalkers_speechdoctor IG: jabber_talk Facebook: Jabber Talk Speech and Consulting, PLLC Website: ________________________ You can listen to this episode wherever you stream podcasts and at www.3cdigitalmedianetwork.com/telepractice-today-podcast
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Paola Alvarez Ruiz Discusses Telepractice Services Across Time Zones
08/26/2024
Paola Alvarez Ruiz Discusses Telepractice Services Across Time Zones
My name is Paola Alvarez. I am born and raised in Puerto Rico. I studied Biotechnology in the University of Puerto Rico Ponce Campus. Then studied the Speech Language Pathology Masters in the University of Puerto Rico Medical Science Campus. I was chosen for an internship in NYC the summer before the COVID-19 pandemic started. I spent a month in NYC learning and working on my clinical practice. Graduated during the pandemic. I worked in the school and clinic setting with face shields and many other anti-covid protocols for a year. I heard about virtual therapy and decided to investigate it and apply for some virtual jobs. I discovered the bliss of staying at home while doing the work I love. I have been working virtually for almost three years now and I love it. I am currently working in Alaska with the cutest caseload ever. I see myself doing virtual therapy for many more years. ____________________________ You can listen to this episode wherever you stream podcasts and at
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Keylonda Wheeler Shares Her Passion For Telepractice & Writing Children's Books
08/19/2024
Keylonda Wheeler Shares Her Passion For Telepractice & Writing Children's Books
Keylonda Wheeler has always had a passion for helping others which inspired her to earn her master's degree in speech pathology. She enjoys supporting the pediatric population in the school setting and incorporating literacy and the arts into therapy sessions. In 2015, Keylonda was introduced to the telepractice setting and embraced the concept of using technology to "work smart and not hard"! Practicing speech and language therapy in public, private, and virtual schools for over 10 years, she has become increasingly aware of the need to create literature that brings acceptance of differences and disabilities.This awareness helped to inspire Keylonda to write the Inclusive K.R.E.W.E. children's book series which includes a rhyming book that provides readers an overview of school-based speech therapy in a way that children can understand. She is currently a related services manager of an amazing team of SLPs, school psychologists, occupational therapists, and special education teachers providing both teletherapy and in-person services in New Hampshire and Maine schools. Outside of her management role, Keylonda assists aspiring authors with coaching and independently publishing their own book through her business, Purposeful Legacy Publishing, LLC. Visit to purchase autographed books and view self-publishing services. Keep up with Keylonda by following @KeylondaWrites on all social media platforms. _______________ You can listen to this episode wherever you stream podcasts and at
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Tali Kellerstein Discusses Speech Sound Disorders & The Speak Boutique
08/12/2024
Tali Kellerstein Discusses Speech Sound Disorders & The Speak Boutique
I'm Tali Kellerstein, Speech-Language Pathologist, Author, Speaker and Founder. After graduating with my M.H.Sc. from the University of Toronto, I practiced for a decade as a Speech-Language Pathologist in the (Motor) Speech program at The Speech and Stuttering Institute (SSI), where I gained extensive experience treating children with moderate-severe motor speech disorders. In 2015, I began to work full-time at my home-based clinic, The Speak Boutique. I am dedicated to working with children with Speech Sound Disorders including Childhood Apraxia of Speech and have completed extensive additional training in these areas including PROMPT Certification (2013) and the Apraxia Kids Bootcamp (2021). In January 2022, I was Recognized by Apraxia Kids for Advanced Training in Childhood Apraxia of Speech. At The Speak Boutique clinic, I provide virtual assessment and therapy for children four years and older with difficulty in areas of articulation, phonology, and motor speech. In 2020, I launched my first publication: Party Animals! Party Animals! was just the start of an exciting product line that now includes a poster, speech sound cards, and storytelling cards. Watch this space - a boardgame is in the works! The Speak Boutique is dedicated to helping children with speech sound disorders communicate clearly, and empowering their adults to support them. Follow The Speak Boutique on and read my for endless therapy tips and ideas. I live in Toronto with my husband Dave, and our two spectacular kids Josh and Eden. You can listen to this episode wherever you stream podcasts and at:
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Explore Speech & Feeding: Casey Masalehdani Discusses Her START
08/05/2024
Explore Speech & Feeding: Casey Masalehdani Discusses Her START
Casey Masalehdani, M.A., CCC-SLP, TSSLD is a state and nationally certified speech-language pathologist. She received her Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology, with Teacher of Students with Speech Language Disabilities certification from Hofstra University. She holds her Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech Language Hearing Association. She is the owner and operator of Explore Speech Co., a specialized speech pathology private practice based in Rancho Palos Verdes, California. Explore Speech Co. is a holistic practice that focuses on overall systemic health and well-being. In order to achieve this, Casey helps identify and treat the root cause of dysfunction. She specializes in oral motor, feeding, orofacial myofunctional disorders and speech sound disorders. She is a speaker for the educational platform, The Pediatric Source and a board member of the Oral Motor Institute. She prides herself in being a life long learner and an advocate for children with delays/disorders and their family members. For more information, please contact: @explorespeech Note: The T for the START approach is actually training: regarding the advanced level training, ceu courses, mentorship and setting, which plays a role into specializing in oral motor. _____________________________ You can listen to this episode wherever you stream podcasts and at
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Emma Justice Discusses Her Practice: Justice for Infant Feeding Therapy & Lactation
07/29/2024
Emma Justice Discusses Her Practice: Justice for Infant Feeding Therapy & Lactation
Emma Justice is a pediatric Speech Language Pathologist, Certified Lactation Counselor and guest speaker serving patients in the greater Boston area. She has worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings including the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), pediatric rehab and most recently the public school system. Emma is the owner of Justice For Infant Feeding Therapy and Lactation where she provides in home and Telehealth services. She also provides parent resources available for purchase and parent coaching . As a NICU graduate herself , Emma knows first hand what families experience leaving the NICU and wanted to assist in access to support and closing that gap. Emma has experience evaluating and treating infants born full term in need of support with breast and bottle feeding, as well as infants with complex medical histories. Looking for more information? Find us on social media, our website or email us directly! IG: justice4infantfeeding Justiceforinfants.com ____________________________ You can listen to this episode wherever you stream podcasts and at
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Building a Professional Learning Community: Heidi Miller Discusses the Virginia Pediatric Dysphagia Collaborative
07/22/2024
Building a Professional Learning Community: Heidi Miller Discusses the Virginia Pediatric Dysphagia Collaborative
Heidi is an inpatient speech-language pathologist at University of Virginia Children’s Hospital. She works in their NICU, PICU, general peds floor, and serves as the primary therapist in their Early Developmental Clinic. In addition to her full-time SLP role, she also is a writer for The Informed SLP and content creator for Therapy Insights. She recently started the Virginia Pediatric Dysphagia Collaborative that seeks to connect inpatient SLPs across the state to engage in CEU events, learning, and networking. In her free time, she wrangles her former preemie who is now 4 years old and is on a mission to see all the national parks. My email contact: If you're interested in joining the Pediatric Dysphagia Collaborative please reach out or if you're interested in help starting your own I am happy to help. ____________________ You can listen to this episode wherever you stream podcasts and at Please rate, review, subscribe, and share this episode! If you would like to be a guest on Telepractice Today, please send a brief biography and your contact information to . For advertising or sponsorship opportunities, please contact .
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Harmony with Breathing, Speaking, & Hearing Matters: Virginia Ingram Shares Her Private Practice
07/15/2024
Harmony with Breathing, Speaking, & Hearing Matters: Virginia Ingram Shares Her Private Practice
Harmony Charlotte is brought to you by Virginia Ingram, a certified Speech-Language Pathologist with over 25 years of experience in strategy, communications, and relationship management. Virginia leverages her clinical skills to create solutions, putting people at the center while improving the quality and effectiveness of communication. She blends speech-language pathology, digital literacy, and wellness principles to help her clients find harmony with breathing, speaking, and hearing matters. Links: Here's the link of the Teachers Pay Teachers shop that Kim mentioned in the episode: ________________ You can listen to this episode wherever you stream podcasts and at If you would like to be a guest on the podcast, please reach out to ! If you or your business would like to sponsor the podcast, please contact ! Thank you for listening to Telepractice Today!
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Embracing Telepractice! Cassondra Righter Shares Her Professional Journey
07/08/2024
Embracing Telepractice! Cassondra Righter Shares Her Professional Journey
Cassondra Righter is a pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist from Columbus, Ohio. As a preschool teacher and nanny, she discovered a calling to the communication sciences. She has a passion for helping students and advocating for the profession. Cassondra started exploring teletherapy during the pandemic and never looked back! Teletherapy has allowed Cassondra to maintain her career while mothering three young girls. She enjoys the challenge of delivering services to students with various communication needs and the work-life balance that this lifestyle affords clinicians. Outside therapy sessions, she enjoys boating, baking sourdough bread, and Disney! Instagram: @speech_with_sprinkles ______________________ You can listen to this episode wherever you stream podcasts and at
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Integrating Greater Accessibility! Julia Franklin Discusses the Mission of Cephable
07/01/2024
Integrating Greater Accessibility! Julia Franklin Discusses the Mission of Cephable
Julia is a dedicated professional with a background in continuing education development, clinical speech-language pathology, interprofessional team building, and mentorship. As the Chief Learning Officer at Cephable, an innovative assistive technology company, she leads initiatives to enhance community learning experiences and digital accessibility. She also serves as the ASHA (American Speech Language Hearing Association) Continuing Education Content Consultant for Summit Professional Education as a subject matter expert. With a commitment to lifelong learning, Julia develops courses and learning experiences tailored to diverse environments, emphasizing strengths-based practices in human development, collaboration, and communication. Embracing a holistic approach to her work, Julia transforms spaces—both in-person and digitally—with a focus on promoting authenticity, human connection, and inclusion. My personal LinkedIn: Learn more & download Cephable: Pediatric Webinar mentioned in episode: AbleGamers mentioned in episode: ____________________ You can listen to this episode wherever you stream podcasts and at
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Accessibility for All! Elysia Everett Burns Shares the Mission of Friendly Like Me
06/24/2024
Accessibility for All! Elysia Everett Burns Shares the Mission of Friendly Like Me
is the Founder and CEO of Friendly Like Me, Inc. She and co-founder, , created Friendly Like Me to improve accessibility in public places and to make accessibility information easier to find—so more people can take part. FLM connects individuals with “friendly” places that can accommodate the unique needs of people living with non-average bodies in a built-for-average world. Elysia is a technologist and activist with over 25 years of leadership in business and information technology. She has experience in all areas of IT and Leadership with special interests in teams, coalitions, strategic execution, communications, and cultural transformation. During her career, she has served in several leadership positions, most recently as Vice President & Chief of Staff for East Olivia Creative, a start-up with a growing direct-to-consumer business. Prior, Elysia spent 20 years in multiple leadership roles in the legal sector including Chief Strategic Initiatives Officer, Chief Administrative Officer, and Deputy CIO for DLA Piper, one of the world’s largest law firms. Importantly, Elysia has lived with obesity for most of her life—thereby experiencing a full spectrum of weight bias and stigma, difficulty gaining access to proper healthcare, and discrimination. She is currently focused on building Friendly Like Me into a company that successfully and substantially improves the experience of “joining in” for people living at higher weights and people with disabilities. You can find Elysia's linkedin profile here: Visit. Use the web version of the friendly app at: Download FLM from either app store, links are available here: ________________________ You can listen to this episode wherever you stream podcasts and at
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Pediatric Occupational Therapist Victoria Lefevers Discusses Serving Neurodivergent Children
06/17/2024
Pediatric Occupational Therapist Victoria Lefevers Discusses Serving Neurodivergent Children
Victoria Lefevers is a dedicated pediatric occupational therapist with experience in outpatient and ABA settings, specializing in telehealth services. She is passionate about helping caregivers navigate the complexities of sensory processing, behavior management, and neurodiversity. With a background in psychology from Taylor University and a doctorate in occupational therapy from Indiana Wesleyan University, Victoria has spent years studying human behavior and the impact of sensory processing on everyday life. Throughout her career, Victoria has contributed to the field through participation in various research studies and article publications. She has also had the opportunity to present her research at the national American Occupational Therapy Association conference, reflecting her commitment to advancing the field of occupational therapy. Victoria is the founder of OT House Telehealth, a company that provides virtual occupational therapy services for neurodiverse kids, along with learning resources and coaching for other occupational therapists interested in telehealth. For more information about her services and resources, visit and follow @ot.house.telehealth on Instagram and Facebook. ____________________________ You can listen to this episode wherever you stream podcasts and at
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Jacquilyn Arias & Maria del Pilar Londono Discuss Bilingual Services
06/10/2024
Jacquilyn Arias & Maria del Pilar Londono Discuss Bilingual Services
Jacquilyn Arias is a certified speech and language pathologist and has worked in pediatric settings providing individual and group therapies for over ten years. Her passion is supporting families and professionals to meet the needs of the whole child through naturalistic and evidence-based interventions. She provides training for parents and professionals and has presented at multiple state conferences and the Apraxia Kids national conference. Maria del Pilar Londoño is a certified and licensed bilingual Speech Language Pathologist, with more than 30 years of experience. She received her undergraduate degree from the Universidad del Rosario (Bogotá, Colombia) and her master’s degree from the VIC University (Spain). Pilar also underwent extended training in Buenos Aires, Argentina. She has provided individual and group therapy in preschool, hospital, educational, and private clinic settings. Pilar was a professor of the speech therapy program in Universidad del Valle (Cali-Colombia) and currently works as a home health speech language pathologist in Texas, providing evaluation, therapy, and parent training. Maria del Pilar and Jacquilyn are the co-founders of Habla Cadabra SLP, a company that provides Spanish resources to support speech and language intervention. Their resources can be found at , including Spanish minimal pairs, syllable and word targets for apraxia, and an informal apraxia assessment. Interested in learning more about bilingual intervention? Follow them @hablacadabraslp on Instagram where they post videos, research, and therapy ideas. ______________________ You can listen to this episode wherever you stream podcasts and at
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Kelly Smith-Vernon Discusses Telesupervision
06/03/2024
Kelly Smith-Vernon Discusses Telesupervision
Kelly Smith-Vernon is a speech language pathologist with Next Level Speech Therapy in a hybrid role as a provider and supervisor for SLPAs. Kelly resides in rural, southeast Ohio with her husband on the family farm. She enjoys the outdoors, traveling, and caring for animals in her free time. Kelly’s education began with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication Disorders from Marshall University. She furthered her studies at The Ohio State University, earning a Master of Arts in Speech and Hearing Sciences in 1998. She continued her education with Concordia University where she earned a Master of Arts in Educational Administration in 2023. Kelly has worked in a variety of settings including public schools, outpatient clinics, hospitals, home health, long-term care, and telepractice during her career; however, has spent much of her time serving public schools both in-person and via telepractice. She possesses an enduring passion to ensure students and families receive excellence in instruction.Her expertise lies in treating children with articulation, phonology, child language, and alternative/augmentative communication needs, as well as mentoring and supervision. Kelly is certified in LETRS and offers extensive experience in incorporating students’ speech language needs into system-wide MTSS programming. NEXT LEVEL WEBSITE: KELLY'S EMAIL: ___________________________ You can listen to this episode wherever you stream podcasts and at If you would like to be a guest on Telepractice Today or have a guest recommendation, please contact Todd Houston at .
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Rachel Morris Discusses Serving Virtual Schools
05/27/2024
Rachel Morris Discusses Serving Virtual Schools
Rachel is a graduate of Eastern Michigan University and has practiced as an occupational therapist for over 30 years. Rachel has worked with both adults and children in medical and educational settings and was an early adopter of tele occupational therapy services. Rachel has continued her education by obtaining a master’s degree in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from Touro University Worldwide in order to build on her leadership skills. Rachel currently works for Enablr Therapy. In her role as Vice President of Therapy. Rachel loves supporting teletherapy providers and helping families connect with the therapy services that they need to thrive. Enablr Therapy provides speech, occupational, and physical therapy services and school social work services to virtual schools across the country. In addition, Enablr Therapy is developing an app to help providers track and analyze their client's goal data and progress. This app, called Tally100, is expected to be released in the fall of 2024. Check out Enablr Therapy's to learn more. ______________________ You can listen to this episode wherever you stream podcasts and at To advertise on or sponsor this podcast, please contact Todd Houston at If you are a content creator and wish to work with us, please contact Todd Houston at . If you would like to be a guest on the podcast and/of know of someone who would be a great guest, please contact . Please rate, share, and recommend the podcast to your friends, family, and colleagues, and thank you for listening!
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New Platform: Karen Rose & Adi Topaz Discuss Cognishine
05/20/2024
New Platform: Karen Rose & Adi Topaz Discuss Cognishine
Karen Rose Karen is a pediatric speech and language pathologist with two decades of experience. Her research focuses on typical and atypical bilingual language development and family language policy, and can be read in numerous internationally renowned journals. She enjoys sharing knowledge, speaking at universities and conferences, peer-reviewing manuscripts for academic journals, and supporting therapists and students. Karen has a highly regarded private clinic specializing in services tailored for English heritage language speakers. Recently, Karen has taken on the position of Head of Clinical Research at Cognishine. In this role, she advocates for best practices and offers invaluable research guidance. Adi Topaz With over 20 years in SaaS product leadership, AI, and digital marketing, Adi brings a wealth of experience to the table. He is committed to crafting and implementing personalized solutions that drive positive therapeutic results and elevate customer satisfaction. Adi's career has taken him from offering digital innovations to leading pharmaceutical giants in the Fortune 500, to spearheading customer engagement in e-commerce, and now returning to the realm of medical technology as a service. In his role as Chief Operating Officer, Adi is at the front of Cognishine's global operations and expansion efforts. Cognishine: Cognishine is a digital intervention platform designed to empower speech and language pathologists, occupational therapists, and other health professionals to meet the diverse needs of clients across all age groups. Our platform offers a wealth of easily accessible materials, from illustrations to real-life images and videos. By immersing ourselves in the unique experiences of our clients, we enable professionals to deliver personalized therapeutic interventions that are both functional and engaging. Furthermore, to maximize accessibility and use, Cognishine is conveniently available in multiple languages and across all devices. Learn more: Sign-up: Contact us: ________________________________________ You can listen to this episode wherever you stream podcasts and at
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Leading with Passion: Janet Courtney Discusses Lighthouse Therapy
05/13/2024
Leading with Passion: Janet Courtney Discusses Lighthouse Therapy
For me, Lighthouse Therapy is more than a company. It's a calling. I have been a Speech Language Pathologist for 30 years and a teletherapist for 13 years. In 2018, I felt unsettled in my current role as an SLP. I asked God, "What should I do next?" and had no idea that God would lead me to start an online therapy company that would impact the lives of thousands of students every single year. LHT About Page About LHT Video - Short overview of the company Brighter Together - Mini documentary on how the company began _________________________ You can listen to this episode wherever you stream podcasts and at Please rate, review, recommend, and share this episode and podcast to help us grow our listenership! If you would like to be a guest on the podcast, please email
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Telepractice Integration: Traci Bean Shares Her Experience In California
05/06/2024
Telepractice Integration: Traci Bean Shares Her Experience In California
Traci Bean, MA, CCC-SLP is a Co-Owner and Director at Total Education Solutions. She received her degree in Speech-Language Pathology from San Jose State University. She served on the ASHA SIG 18 Coordinating Committee and has also served on the ASHA Convention Session Selection Committee and as a telepractice expert for the SLP Compact. Traci is passionate about telepractice and is a strong advocate for access to technology. She believes that all individuals should have access to appropriate health care and special education services and that telepractice is one way to ensure that individuals never go without regardless of their location. To contact Traci: You can listen to this episode wherever you stream podcasts and at Subscribe to Telepractice Today on any of the available podcatchers. If you would like to be a guest on the podcast, please contact Todd Houston, cohost, at If you would like to be a content creator for the 3C Digital Media Network, please contact Todd Houston at . Please subscribe, rate, and review the podcast, and thank you for listening!
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Kathryn Mancewicz Discusses Literacy Intervention
04/29/2024
Kathryn Mancewicz Discusses Literacy Intervention
Kathryn Mancewicz, MS, CCC-SLP is a bilingual speech-language pathologist and owner of . Kathryn received her Master’s degree with distinction from the University of New Mexico, where she was a member of the CLASS for ALL bilingual emphasis program. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and Spanish from the University of Minnesota - Duluth. Kathryn has experience providing therapy to children and adults of all ages in both English and Spanish. Her passion is for providing literacy intervention for struggling readers and writers via telepractice. She uses a combination of intervention methods including the Science of Reading, Speech to Print, and Orton Gillingham based programs to design an intervention plan tailored to each child. When she isn’t providing therapy, Kathryn loves to be outdoors. She likes to ski, rock climb, and go on hikes with her husband, Joel, and her Miniature Australian Shepherd, Luna. She also loves to read and believes you’re never too old for a good story! For questions, contact You can access this episode at:
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Tara Roehl Discusses New Technologies That Will Impact Telepractice
04/22/2024
Tara Roehl Discusses New Technologies That Will Impact Telepractice
Tara Roehl is a nationally certified Speech-Language Pathologist who owns and operates a private telepractice clinic in Colorado focusing on social cognition, executive functioning and the use of technology in therapy. She is co-founder and president of Hacking Autism and the creator of The Telepractice Course. She has worked with clients in Illinois, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Rwanda, Thailand, Hong Kong and the Philippines in public schools, private practices and via telepractice. Contact information: Instagram/Facebook/Twitter/Threads: @speechykeenslp website: ______________________________________ You can listen to this episode wherever you stream podcasts and at
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Jen Latshaw Discusses Serving Students Who Are Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing
04/15/2024
Jen Latshaw Discusses Serving Students Who Are Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing
Jen is an experienced Teacher of the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing. She graduated from The College of New Jersey, where she received a Bachelor’s of Science in Deaf Education, Elementary Education, and English, as well as a Master of Arts in Teaching. She has worked as both a classroom teacher and an itinerant teacher, and has used a variety of communication methods to meet the unique needs of her students. After working in schools for several years, Jen made the switch to telepractice in order to be able to spend more time with her family. Now, she enjoys having the opportunity to make connections with people across the country while teaching remotely. She hopes to encourage people to consider telepractice as a viable option so that more students who are deaf/hard-of-hearing can have better access to teachers of the deaf/hard-of-hearing. Contact Information: Please feel free to reach out to me any time! TPT Store: Teacher Tools Takeout shop link ___________________________ You can listen to this episode wherever you stream podcasts and at
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Shari Robertson Discusses Burnout & Work-Life Balance
04/08/2024
Shari Robertson Discusses Burnout & Work-Life Balance
Shari Robertson, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, ASHA Fellow, Board Certified Specialist in Child Language (BCS-CL) is a professor emerita and retired Associate Provost at Indiana University of PA and the CEO of Dynamic Resources. Prior to moving into academia, Robertson spent 20 years in the public schools as a broad range SLP and Administrator and she continues to be a strong advocate and innovator in areas related to schools-based intervention. Dr. Robertson’s has received the Editors Award for Language by the Journal of Speech-Language-Hearing Research as well as the Annie Glenn National Award for Leadership in Language and Literacy. The 2019 President of ASHA, Shari is committed to helping her colleagues thrive in their personal and professional pursuits and continues to spread the message of the importance of making effective communication, a human right, accessible and achievable for all. To learn more about Shari and her resources: Link to Handouts for Banish Burnout: Direct link to Dynamic Resources: Direct link the Learning Library: ____________________________ You can listen to this episode wherever you stream podcasts and at
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Stacy Crouse Shares Telepractice Tips & Strategies
04/01/2024
Stacy Crouse Shares Telepractice Tips & Strategies
Stacy Crouse is a speech-language pathologist in Des Moines, Iowa. She completed her master's in speech-language pathology with an emphasis on children with hearing loss from Fontbonne University (St. Louis, MO) in 2008. In 2017, she became a certified Listening and Spoken Language Specialist. In addition to a passion for Auditory Verbal Therapy, Stacy enjoys working with students through telepractice, which she has been doing since 2014. She also creates . Stacy shares her love and knowledge of teletherapy and auditory-verbal therapy to help others in the field provide the best care that is efficient and effective! _________________________ You can listen to this episode wherever you stream podcasts and at
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Michelle Boisvert & Genevieve Richardson Share Telepractice Insights On Our 200th Episode!
03/25/2024
Michelle Boisvert & Genevieve Richardson Share Telepractice Insights On Our 200th Episode!
Dr. Michelle Boisvert, CCC-SLP, combines her expertise as a Speech-Language Pathologist with a passion for integrating technology in both clinical and school-based therapy settings. Her background in education has been vital in redefining the delivery of speech therapy services. Michelle's insight into the challenges clinicians face, particularly in managing workloads and advancing student outcomes, reflects her dedication to practical innovations. Co-founding easyReportPRO.com marks a significant milestone in Michelle's career. Her role in shaping this platform has been essential in modernizing the report-writing process for clinicians. The software, known for its customizable and dynamic templates and extensive library, ensures both accuracy and efficiency in clinical report writing. Michelle's involvement with easyReportPRO.com highlights her commitment to improving clinical practices through smart, practical technology solutions. Interested in learning more about Michelle’s work? Contact her at . Genevieve Richardson, founder of LIFE Speech Pathology® in Austin, Texas, has nearly 30 years of experience in adult neurological rehabilitation, with a 10-year focus on chronic aphasia treatment via telepractice. At LIFE Aphasia Academy®, she leads in providing comprehensive coaching, educational, and support services for families affected by aphasia and those facing communication challenges in Parkinson's and Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA). LIFE Speech Pathology® is a telepractice leader, providing specialized speech therapy across twelve states. The practice excels in aphasia, chronic aphasia, apraxia, dysarthria, cognitive-communication disorders, Parkinson's, and PPA, offering everything from initial treatment to ongoing support. Genevieve also hosts the "Listen for LIFE Aphasia" podcast, a valuable resource for inspiration, support, and information for those with communication challenges and their families. This initiative highlights her commitment to managing diverse communication disorders. Dedicated to making a lasting impact, Genevieve focuses on mentoring graduate speech-language pathologists and supporting families affected by aphasia, Parkinson's, and PPA. She invites everyone to join the journey towards improved communication and communication inclusion at . ___________________________ You can listen to this episode wherever you stream podcasts and at Thank you for your support! We're celebrating 200 episodes, and we look forward to many, many more episodes to come!
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Chloe Picot-Jacobs Discusses Child and Family Mental Health and the Happypillar App
03/18/2024
Chloe Picot-Jacobs Discusses Child and Family Mental Health and the Happypillar App
Chloe Picot-Jacobs, LCSW-S is the Clinical Director at Happypillar. A therapist and clinical program leader, Chloe has over a decade of experience working with kids, families, and schools. She earned her BA from Northwestern University and her MSSW from the University of Texas at Austin. She loves mallomars, attachment theory, and making mental health support more accessible for children and their caregivers. For more information about the Happypillar App: Instagram: TikTok: Facebook: __________________________ You can listen to this episode wherever you stream podcasts and at
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Becca Sylvia & Kristi Stearns Discuss The Importance Of A Professional Learning Community
03/11/2024
Becca Sylvia & Kristi Stearns Discuss The Importance Of A Professional Learning Community
Kristi and Becca are close friends, passionate speech-language pathologists (SLPs), and the co-founders of Communication Community. Their business began as an AAC-focused blog and has evolved to include an all-encompassing online membership community for SLPs and related providers. Find them providing telepractice services, as well as managing and developing resources for their community. Their vision is to cultivate a positive space where SLPs can come together to access resources/materials, collaborate with others, and learn from fellow clinicians. For more information and to stay connected: Membership Community: Blog: Instagram: Facebook: Email: . ____________________________ You can listen to this episode wherever you stream podcasts and at
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Kellie Paul Discusses How To Choose The Right Telepractice Platform
03/04/2024
Kellie Paul Discusses How To Choose The Right Telepractice Platform
Kellie Paul is a dedicated speech language pathologist with a fervent commitment to high quality teletherapy services. With twenty four years of experience as an SLP, including 12 years in teletherapy, Kellie has honed her skills, effectively reaching and guiding clinicians and clients. Her proficiency in fostering successful, ethical, data driven communication outcomes reflects her passion for client success in teletherapy. For more information, you can contact Kellie at: website: email: . _________________________________ You can listen to this episode wherever you stream podcasts and at
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