SLP Learning Series

The SLP Learning Series, presented by SpeechTherapyPD.com, explores various topics of speech-language pathology.

About the show

The SLP Learning Series, presented by SpeechTherapyPD.com, explores various topics of speech-language pathology. Each 'season' dives deep into an area from a variety of guests who are leaders in the field. Some topics include stuttering, AAC, sports concussion, teletherapy, ethics, and more.

Episodes

  • S13E2: Overlap and Collaboration Between Speech Therapy and Music Therapy

    May 13th, 2024  |  Season 13  |  1 hr 3 mins
    asha, ceu, continuing education, slp, speech language pathology, speech therapist

    Guest: Brea Murakami, MM, MT-BC - Research demonstrates that musicians often have better speech-processing skills than non-musicians. This episode provides an overview of the OPERA hypothesis, which outlines five mechanisms (Overlap, Precision, Emotion, Repetition, and Attention) and explains how music experiences can benefit speech and language processing.

  • S13E1: Musical Journeys and Their Connection to the Field of Speech-Language Pathology

    May 10th, 2024  |  Season 13  |  1 hr 2 mins
    asha, ceu, continuing education, slp, speech language pathology, speech therapist

    Guest: Erik X. Raj, PhD, CCC-SLP - This exciting episode features an interdisciplinary SLP, associate professor, and rock musician discussing the intersection of music and speech theoretically and experientially.

  • S7E12: Speech Sound Production in Telepractice

    April 25th, 2024  |  Season 7  |  1 hr 9 mins
    asha, ceu, continuing education, slp, speech language pathology, speech therapist

    Guest: Tiffany P. Williams, Ph.D., CCC-SLP - In this episode, Dr. Williams discusses the professional skills needed to treat and assess speech sound disorders in the telepractice setting. She will discuss assessing, treating, and facilitating the generalization of learned skills into other settings. Dr. Williams will provide actionable strategies and resources for clinicians.

  • S7E11: Best Practices for Tele-supervision

    April 23rd, 2024  |  Season 7  |  1 hr 3 mins
    asha, ceu, continuing education, slp, speech language pathology, speech therapist
  • S7E10: Tele-Assessment in the Clinic Setting

    April 22nd, 2024  |  Season 7  |  1 hr 3 mins
    asha, ceu, continuing education, slp, speech language pathology, speech therapist

    Guest: Roxana Gonzalez, MS, CCC-SLP - This episode features Roxana Gonzalez, who explains the expanding role of tele-assessments in the field of speech and language pathology.

  • S7E9: Navigating Case Management Through Telepractice

    April 19th, 2024  |  Season 7  |  1 hr 3 mins
    asha, ceu, continuing education, slp, speech language pathology, speech therapist

    Guest: Kristin Martinez, MA, CCC-SLP - This episode explores challenges and best practices related to school-based case management in telepractice.

  • S7E8: Platform Considerations for Effective Telepractice Service Delivery

    March 28th, 2024  |  Season 7  |  1 hr 3 mins
    asha, ceu, continuing education, slp, speech language pathology, speech therapist

    Guest: Kellie Paul, MS, CCC-SLP - This episode explores a comprehensive framework for participants to acquire the knowledge and skills needed to navigate and utilize telepractice platforms in their service delivery effectively.

  • S12E6: Voices of Change-Empowering Professionals through Compassionate Communication

    March 21st, 2024  |  Season 12  |  1 hr 3 mins
    asha, ceu, continuing education, slp, speech language pathology, speech therapist

    Guest: Margarita Dela Cruz, SLPA - In this final episode, we dive into the ethical challenges faced by a speech therapy assistant in a school-based setting, where the pressure to prioritize detailed developmental reports over therapy sessions becomes overwhelming.

  • S12E5: Communication Mastery: Revealing 5 Transformative “Secrets” with an SLP

    March 21st, 2024  |  Season 12  |  1 hr 3 mins
    asha, ceu, continuing education, slp, speech language pathology, speech therapist

    Guest: Elizabeth Perry, MS, CCC-SLP - This episode discusses David Burns' "Five Secrets of Communication," showcasing these skills' significant impact on healing old wounds and building constructive relationships. Learn the secrets and power of effective and compassionate communication.

  • S12E4: Navigating Toxic Workplaces with Compassionate Communication-A Journey to Empowerment

    March 16th, 2024  |  Season 12  |  1 hr 3 mins
    asha, ceu, continuing education, slp, speech language pathology, speech therapist

    In this episode, we dive into the transformative power of compassionate communication through the lens of a case study where a helping professional was deeply impacted by an experience within a toxic workplace culture.

  • S12E3: Caseload Chaos - Communicating Like a Pro with the Higher-Ups

    March 11th, 2024  |  Season 12  |  1 hr 5 mins
    asha, ceu, continuing education, slp, speech language pathology, speech therapist

    This episode explores the challenges of communicating effectively with the administration about overwhelming caseloads. Our anonymous guest shares the struggle of articulating the impact on job efficiency. Plus, we'll explore why many clinicians might opt for compliance over confrontation.

  • S12E2 - Breaking the Silence - A School SLP’s Reality Check

    March 5th, 2024  |  Season 12  |  1 hr 3 mins
    asha, ceu, continuing education, slp, speech language pathology, speech therapist

    This episode dives into the challenges faced by new and seasoned speech-language pathologists (SLPs) as they navigate the often turbulent waters of school-based therapy.

  • S12E1 - Supporting Communication and Navigating Challenges

    February 28th, 2024  |  Season 12  |  1 hr 3 mins
    asha, ceu, continuing education, slp, speech language pathology, speech therapist

    In this first episode of the miniseries, join host Stephanie Michele Sweigart | MS, CCC-SLP, as she explores solutions and inspires listeners to cultivate compassionate communication in their lives.

  • S7E7: Mindfulness and Self-Care for Telepractitioners

    February 21st, 2024  |  Season 7  |  1 hr 3 mins
    asha, ceu, continuing education, slp, speech language pathology, speech therapist

    Guest: Gila Cohen-Shaw, MA, CCC-SLP - This episode delves into the practical methods and myriad benefits of integrating mindfulness and movement practices into your routine as a clinician.

  • S11E11 - Making Sense of Myo: Treatment Planning for Myofunctional Disorders

    January 12th, 2024  |  Season 11  |  1 hr 8 mins
    asha, ceu, continuing education, slp, speech language pathology, speech therapist

    Guest: Marileda Cattelan Tome, Ph.D., CCC-SLP - This Making Sense of Myo episode features Dr. Cattelan Tome, who explains the importance of malocclusion on speech and swallowing functioning. She then dives into treatment planning for myofunctional disorders.

  • S1E5 - Ethics in Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology Research

    January 11th, 2024  |  Season 1  |  57 mins 55 secs
    asha, ceu, continuing education, slp, speech language pathology, speech therapist

    Guest: Lauren Calendruccio, Ph.D., CCC-A - This podcast will provide listeners with information about the ethical requirements for research participants’ informed consent, ethical issues related to the publication of research findings, culturally appropriate approaches to research design and implementation, confidentiality and security of research information, pre-registration of research studies, and ASHA’s Code of Ethics principles and rules on the conduct and use of research.