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The Preschool SLP: KellyVessSLP

The Preschool SLP: KellyVessSLP

Hosted by: Kelly Vess, MA, CCC-SLP

Get ready for all things speech pathology: AAC, ADHD, Apraxia, Articulation Therapy, Autism, Behavior, Early Intervention, Executive Function, Evidence-Based Practice, Gestalt Language, Literacy Intervention,...

Episodes

136. Try THIS to Make High-Tech AAC Easy

Season #3

High-tech AAC devices are becoming more readily available. However, many SLPs and families are uncomfortable using these devices. This episode shares the M.O.D.E.L. strategy to help parents and professionals...
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145. Gestalt Language Processing II: Do THIS to Optimize Gains

Season #3

Many children with Autism learn to talk through gestalt language processing. This episode dives into how we can capitalize on this learning style to optimize gains when neuroplasticity is at its peak. Ready to 'roll...
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134. Gestalt Language Processing: Pay Attention to THIS When Language Sampling

Season #3

What metric is most important to pay attention to when language sampling children with Autism? Let's dive into the latest research on language sampling that captures progress in gestalt language processors. Ready to...
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133. Synesthesia & Autism-What You Need to Know

Season #3

Is 'synesthesia' part of your vernacular? If you work with children with Autism, it should be. Capitalizing on the strengths that come with synesthesia can truly accelerate gains across motor, social, speech, and...
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132. How to Add Music to Your Sessions to Accelerate Gains Today

Season #3

The research continues to grow, indicating multiple benefits of adding music to speech and language therapy. How can you add music to your speech therapy sessions today to improve? Let's dive in! Put research into...
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131. How Long? How Often? How to Schedule Your Therapy Sessions to Maximize Gains

Season #3

How should you schedule your therapy to make the most out of limited time in the face of high caseloads? Let's dive into the research on sessions ranging from 5 minutes to one hour. How often should therapy be...
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130. Try M.O.R.E. with Photos to Improve Conversational Communication Skills

Season #3

How can you use family photos to improve conversational speaking skills for preschoolers with autism? In this episode, we're diving into evidence-based strategies to educate parents on how to use family pictures to...
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129. Why UDLs Are a MUST for SLPs

Season #3

Unfortunately, Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Guidelines are rarely discussed in Speech-Language Pathology. However, they are absolute game-changers in engaging children and optimizing outcomes. Check out this...
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128. Two Reasons SLPs Are Experiencing Burnout

Season #3

What's causes SLP workplace burnout? What can you do to stop it? Let's roll up our sleeves and figure this out together. P.S. If you're ready to do DSD (do something different) with educationally-rich activities 100%...
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127. Are You Making Their Behavior Worse?

Season #3

As more and more professionals engage in "emotionally-based practice" based on social media sound bites, we will find an increase in behavioral challenges. What's the antidote? Evidence-based practices. Numerous...
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126. Five Research-Based ADHD Superpowers

Season #3

What does the largest ADHD research study indicate to be the five strengths of having ADHD? How can we use this information to empower those with ADHD? What are the next steps in understanding the strengths of...
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125. What ADD Non-Medication Options Work?

Season #3

What does the meta-analytic research indicate about non-pharmacological treatments for ADD? Can they replace medication? Can they complement medication? Can they be used to lessen the dosage of medication? Let's dive...
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