Happy 2024!

I recently saved my dog from the jaws of a Mama Bear. Hear the story and what I learned about conflict and trauma-informed education in this 6-min Tedx Talk. I offer this as a free resource to use in professional development workshops.

https://youtu.be/CMzQRG8N39Y

Ever wonder why some children rocket through speech therapy, while others seem stuck in a slow, frustrating crawl? The answer often lies in a hidden superpower: engaged parents.

Think of it like this: a speech-language pathologist (SLP) is a skilled coach, guiding a child towards communication mastery. But just like any sport, the most effective training happens both on and off the field. That’s where parents come in – as a child’s biggest cheerleaders and everyday practice partners. Click below to read more:

https://content.liricare.com/tag-teaming-therapy-empowering-parents-in-speech-language-pathology-success/

ST. LOUIS — Students enrolled in the Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences (SLHS) program at Saint Louis University don’t have to wait until graduation to gain real-world experience. SLU first-year graduate student Lucy Heller is working to identify barriers in language sample analysis.

https://www.newswise.com/articles/slu-graduate-student-improving-barriers-to-language-sample-analysis

In rehabilitation settings, where patients require multidisciplinary care to fulfil their numerous requirements, effective teamwork among healthcare specialists is critical. Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) and Occupational Therapists (OTs) are two types of healthcare providers that frequently collaborate in rehabilitation settings. Working with occupational therapists can enhance workplace communication, which can lead to better patient outcomes.

https://content.liricare.com/collaboration-with-occupational-therapists/

One way to be culturally responsive is to assess where you fall on the Rosenthal Effect scale. The Rosenthal Effect (aka Pygmalion Effect) discusses the power of expectations. This weekend in my 1-hour ASHA seminar, I explained how our implicit biases and expectations of different cultures impacts their progress in treatment. You can check out the theory here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hbhwlRRW_3o

I'm curious about the impact of EFT tapping and hypnosis on test performance! I am a hypnosis and EFT practitioner and used hypnosis techniques to help my clients connect to their WHY. I've noticed their intuition strengthened and confidence increased after taking the practice Praxis tests.

Are you going to ASHA in Boston this week?

Come to our panel prezzie and find out how to merge your SLP career with your passions!
Session #1220
Beyond Clinical Service:
🔥 Igniting Leadership 🔥
Thursday 11/16
4pm

https://www.facebook.com/MaiLingChanSLP/posts/pfbid02RyNyxvDZhke9f3MRrhjwXeXkxKTkCZPBnPF6bL46WJ7CUjFoXG1xvMrekzxNW3i1l

Social media sites like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram have become ingrained in our daily lives. People of all ages use them to communicate with friends and family, exchange information, and consume material. Click the link to read about potential impact of social media on speech and language development

https://content.liricare.com/the-impact-of-social-media-on-speech-and-language-development/

Tammy Chaimov, at Long Island Speech & Myo, works closely with children and adults using myofunctional therapy, a holistic approach that can correct the improper function of the tongue and facial muscles to eliminate a variety of speech-related issues.

https://shs.touro.edu/news/stories/transforming-lives-with-myofunctional-therapy.php

Interacting with animals can improve mood, stress levels and feelings of well-being. Being around animals simply makes us feel better.

Partnering humans with animals in therapeutic settings is an evidence-based mental and physical healthcare practice, with positive patient outcomes for all ages. Compelling anecdotal and clinical evidence supports the healing power of the human-animal bond. Click the link to read more.

https://www.binghamton.edu/news/story/4581/binghamton-university-speech-and-language-therapists-use-horses-to-help-kids-communicate