Stephanie Reed-Foti, SLPD, CCC-SLP
Co-Host of SLP Learning Series
Dr. Stephanie Reed-Foti has been a New Jersey State Licensed and ASHA certified Speech-Language Pathologist for the past 10 years. She graduated from Kean University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication Science and Disorders (2012 magna cum laude), Kean University with a Master of Arts degree in Speech Pathology (2013), and Kean University (2020) with a doctorate in Speech-Language Pathology. She has experience working with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, school-aged children, and adolescents. She has served as a speech-language pathologist in various settings, including public elementary school, middle school, preschool, private practice, and home-based early intervention in New Jersey. She has extensive knowledge in the areas of stuttering, receptive/expressive language disorders, auditory processing disorders, pragmatic language disorders, alternative-augmentative communication (AAC), and the development of parent and educational staff training. She has worked with children with a variety of conditions, including but not limited to Autism Spectrum Disorder, Apraxia of Speech, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, Language Impairment, Attention-Deficit Disorder, and Articulation and Phonological Disorders.
Stephanie Reed-Foti, SLPD, CCC-SLP has hosted four Episodes.
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Focusing on Advocating for the Individual SLP
July 29th, 2024 | Season 14 | 1 hr 1 min
asha, ceu, continuing education, slp, speech language pathology, speech therapist
Guest: Margaret Curley, MS, CCC-SLP - This episode focuses on advocacy for the SLP. We will chat with the fabulous Margaret Curley in NY state about advocating for the individual SLP. Participants can expect to learn about effective strategies for advocating for the individual SLP, learn about self-care and preservation strategies, and discuss various scenarios where they can learn how to advocate for themselves effectively.
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Exploring Workplace Advocacy Trends in Speech-Language Pathology
July 28th, 2024 | Season 14 | 1 hr 3 mins
asha, ceu, continuing education, slp, speech language pathology, speech therapist
Guest: Courtney Gebhart, MA, CCC-SLP - This episode focuses on advocacy within our field's different workplaces with Courtney Gebhart, a private practice owner. Participants will learn strategies for advocating in healthcare or private practice, billing questions, school districts, and service reimbursement, including talking to supervisors and finding resources to support changes.
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Exploring State Advocacy Trends in Speech-Language Pathology
July 27th, 2024 | Season 14 | 1 hr 4 mins
asha, ceu, continuing education, slp, speech language pathology, speech therapist
Guest: Cori Regan, SLPD, CCC-SLP, BCBA - This episode focuses on advocacy at the state level for speech-language pathologists with Cori Regan. Topics will also include state requirements, why you would reach out to state officials, why we see ‘reach out to your legislature or senator,’ what we are advocating for, and reimbursement for services.
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Exploring National Advocacy Trends in Speech-Language Pathology
July 26th, 2024 | Season 14 | 1 hr 3 mins
asha, ceu, continuing education, slp, speech language pathology, speech therapist
Hosts: Jessica Hunnemeder, MA, CCC-SLP, and Stephanie Reed-Foti, SLPD, CCC-SLP - This episode focuses on advocacy at the national level within the field of SLP. Participants will learn strategies for effective advocacy, including navigating legislative processes, engaging with policymakers, and leveraging collective voices for systemic change.