Best Clinician Development Collective Podcasts (2025)

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SL REWIND: School-Age Stuttering Therapy: Essentials for SLP's with Nina Reeves 59:35

17d ago59:35

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-Originally Aired: November 2018- Guest: Nina Reeves, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-F Earn 0.1 ASHA CEU for this episode with Speech Therapy PD: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/course?name=SchoolAge-Stuttering-Therapy-Essentials-for-SLPs-298 In this insightful episode, Char Boshart interviews Nina Reeves, a licensed, certified speech-language pathologist and sp…

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SL REWIND: How to Move Beyond Inconsistent R-Productions with Susan Haseley 1:01:26

1M ago1:01:26

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-Originally Aired: January 16, 2020- Guest: Susan Haseley, MS, CCC-SLP Earn 0.1 ASHA CEU for this episode with Speech Therapy PD: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/course?name=How-to-Move-Beyond-Inconsistent-RProductions-179 In this course, Susan, an experienced school SLP, shares her practical tips and techniques on /r/ remediation and much more. Sh…

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SL REWIND: How to Effectively Supervise Future SLPs with MariBeth Plankers 52:28

1M ago52:28

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Earn 0.1 ASHA CEU for this episode with Speech Therapy PD: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/course?name=How-to-Effectively-Supervise-Future-SpeechLanguage-Pathologi This one-hour course explained the ASHA supervision expectations and five additional practical guidelines for effectively supervising practicum for graduate students in any setting. Nume…

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Insights & Ideas In the Role of Animal-Assisted Interventions in Speech Therapy 1:03:04

3M ago1:03:04

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Guest: Sharlet Lee Jensen, MS, SLP, C-AAIS Earn 0.1 ASHA CEU for this episode with Speech Therapy PD: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/course?name=Insights-Ideas-in-the-Role-of-Animal-Assisted-Interventions- This episode explores animal-assisted intervention (AAI) in speech therapy. Sharlet explains the process and benefits of active and inactive an…

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Implementing Client & Family Counseling and Managing Difficult Situations with Hope Reed 1:04:19

7M ago1:04:19

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Guest: Hope Reed, SLP.D., CCC-SLP, COM®, ASHA Fellow - Dr. Reed shares practical techniques for SLPs in counseling and guiding clients, their families, and others. She says, “It is important to remember to address the person, not just the disorder.” Also, “When we have an agenda, listening stops.” She discusses the qualities of an effective counsel…

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The Submucous Cleft and VPI: Clinical Answers to Palatal Issues with Beth Bergstrom 1:04:55

7M ago1:04:55

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Guest: Beth Bergstrom, MS, CCC-SLP - This episode provides answers regarding Velo-Pharyngeal Incompetence (VPI) and how to diagnose a submucous cleft from other diagnoses differentially. She shares specific methods to recognize a submucous cleft as a structural issue that only improves with surgical intervention; she explains why. You’ll learn trea…

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Get To Know a CDCo Member: Cycles of Change: Portia Bajwa and the Journey of Transformation 50:03

10M ago50:03

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Join us in this month's discussion with one of our Clinician Development Collective members, Portia Bajwa, a clinical social worker who draws on the cyclical concept of 'samsara' from Sanskrit tradition, representing evolution and rebirth in our lives. Portia’s practice at Sansara Counseling delves deep into understanding and altering life's patter…

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Inner Speech: Exploring the Connection Between Language and Executive Function with Lauren Baron 1:02:23

1y ago1:02:23

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Guest: Lauren Baron, PhD, CCC-SLP - Many children with language impairments also have difficulty with executive function (EF); however, the relationships between language and EF are unclear. Dr. Baron summarizes what is known about inner speech--the use of self-directed language—and how it affects EF in children with and without language impairment…

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Creating a Cozy "Hygge" Office for Mental Health Therapists 8:54

1+ y ago8:54

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Winter is upon us, and with it comes shorter days, colder temperatures, and often, a general sense of malaise. In Scandinavia, however, there is a concept called hygge (pronounced hoo-guh) that encapsulates the pursuit of joy and coziness, even in the darkest and coldest of times. As the rest of nature slows down and hibernates during winter, embra…

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An Effective and Systematic Therapy Format for Young Children and Caregivers with Rachel Arntson 1:04:43

1+ y ago1:04:43

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Guest: Rachel Arntson, MS, CCC-SLP - This episode addresses an important dilemma: Am I on the right therapy track with my young children, and am I coaching their caregivers correctly? Rachel addresses these issues through 7 critical developmental skills and organizes them in a format and framework for you to increase your confidence and effectivene…

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Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders Instruction—at the University Level? with Hope Reed 1:01:58

1+ y ago1:01:58

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Guest: Hope Reed, SLP.D., CCC-SLP, COM®, ASHA Fellow - This episode explores the need for orofacial myofunctional disorders (OMDs) information and practical application for clinicians and our university programs. Dr. Reed, a university professor, established the world’s first university-based clinic for those with OMDs. She shares OMD info and tren…

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Taming the Imposter Monster: Building Tolerance and Confidence in Your Mental Health Career 23:52

2y ago23:52

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Are you ready to conquer the imposter monster lurking within? Join us in this eye-opening podcast episode as we explore powerful strategies to help mental health professionals overcome self-doubt, build imposter tolerance, and gain unwavering confidence in their careers. Discover how to transform that pesky inner critic into an empowering ally, ens…

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Audrey Grunst: A Beacon of Hope - Healing Communities through Counseling and Courage 🎙️🐝🌟 45:28

2y ago45:28

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Audrey Grunst, LCSW is currently the CEO of Simply Bee Treatment Centers located in Vernon Hills, IL and Northbrook, IL. Simply Bee offers outpatient therapy for ages 5+ as well as Intensive Outpatient & Partial Hospitalization Programs for adolescents with eating disorders and mood disorders. Audrey is a mission-centered leader who places a strong…

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Super Supervisors Unmasked: Top 3 Secrets to Finding Your Ultimate Clinical Mentor! 18:30

2y ago18:30

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As a newly graduated or early-career therapist, you know just how important clinical supervision can be for your growth and development. But finding the right supervisor can be a daunting task, especially when you are looking for someone who can offer you the expertise and guidance you need to excel in your field. In this blog post, we will discuss…

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"Bridging the Gap: How Martin McGovern's Expertise in Career Coaching Paved the Way to Becoming a Therapist" 🎧💡 53:38

2y ago53:38

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Martin McGovern is a Career Therapist and Coach who specializes in helping individuals manage stress and anxiety during their job search and career development. As the founder of Career Therapy, he helps people overcome imposter syndrome, build career confidence, and define their professional brands. Martin's coaching focuses on various topics, inc…

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The SLP’s Role in Building Confidence & Joy in Kids with Learning Differences with Elaine Fogel Schneider & Deborah Ross-Swain 1:01:00

2y ago1:01:00

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Guest: Elaine Fogel Schneider, PhD, CCC-SLP & Deborah Ross-Swain, EdD, CCC-SLP - This episode explores the importance of developing confidence and joy in school-aged children who struggle with learning differences. The presenters pinpoint the confidence and joy robbers, e.g., events and experiences, and list the red flags of those at risk. They dis…

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The Power of Compassionate Leadership: How Empathy Can Transform Teams with Julianne Guinasso 47:22

2y ago47:22

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Join me for another excellent podcast interview, this time interviewing a therapist who has become a leadership coach and trainer. Read below to learn more about Julianne Guinasso, LMFT (she/her) and Level Up Leaders, Inc. Courage, curiosity, and service are the leading values that drive me at all times. I find that I am most alive and aligned with…

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The Neuroscience Behind Speech Movements: Practical Applications with Jayanti Ray 1:07:50

2y ago1:07:50

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Guest: Jayanti Ray, PhD, CCC-SLP - This episode explores articulation therapy, motor control, proprioceptive feedback, and neuroscience. Details are provided for the neural connections to acquire and maintain oral motor behaviors and the oral resting posture. Efficient neural programming of the tongue, jaw, lips, and velum enables optimal speed and…

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Turn Your Strengths into Opportunities: Make the Most of Your Clinical Career 17:43

2y ago17:43

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Mental health therapists often struggle to make the most of their clinical careers, feeling stuck and unsure of how to move forward. It can be difficult to identify your strengths and turn them into tangible outcomes that will help you reach your goals. Even when you know what they are, it's hard to figure out where to start or who can provide guid…

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Why & How to Use Myofunctional Therapy to Remediate Complex Speech Sounds with Susie Appleman 1:02:38

2y ago1:02:38

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Guest: Susie Appleman, MA, CCC-SLP, COM® - The use of myofunctional evaluation and therapeutic strategies can be invaluable in the remediation of many speech sounds, such as, /l/, /s/, /z/, and /r/. In addition, the sounds are more likely to remediate if the tongue rests in the correct position. We’ll focus on students who can produce the targeted …

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Transform Your Client's Relationships with "Empowered Accountability": An Insider Look with Dr. Jeni Wahlig, Licensed Couple & Family Therapist 45:10

2y ago45:10

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Dr. Jeni Wahlig is a transformational relationship coach, licensed couple & family therapist, AAMFT Approved supervisor, public speaker, and entrepreneur. She identifies as gay sexual queer, genderqueer-femme, polyamorous, white, & a parent. Jeni has dedicated her career to studying relationships & supporting the LGBTQIA+ communities through servic…

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The Power of Learning: Honoring Mistakes and Celebrating Successes 28:39

2y ago28:39

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Learning is an essential part of life and growth, but it can be difficult to find the balance between honoring mistakes and celebrating successes. Too often we focus on our failures without taking the time to recognize our accomplishments. This blog post will explore how to embrace both aspects of learning in order to continue growing throughout yo…

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A Life-Changing Journey: Geries Shaheen's Inspiring Story of Becoming a Licensed Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor 38:07

2+ y ago38:07

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Geries Shaheen is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Nationally Certified Counselor operating in and around St. Louis Missouri. Geries holds his MA in Professional Counseling from Lindenwood University, BA in Intercultural Studies from Lincoln Christian University, and holds a certificate in Life Coaching, Geries provides life coaching services …

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Integrate Music in Fun & Functional Ways to Enrich Speech and Language Abilities with Rachel Arntson 1:05:39

2+ y ago1:05:39

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Guest: Rachel Arntson, MS, CCC-SLP - Have you ever wanted to use music in your therapy but were unsure how? Learn simple, direct, and fun methods from Rachel Arntson. She shares strategies to use music to improve imitation, receptive and expressive language, speech sound productions, sound blending, and more. Music is a “magical” tool to build soci…

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Honesty: A Vital Value 24:15

2+ y ago24:15

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As a cornerstone value of the Clinician Development Collective, Honesty is something that requires the utmost attention and integrity. I deemed this to be the first solo podcast topic for 2023 because I believe that honesty is especially important topic for leaders, clinicians and mentors. Leaders, clinicians, and mentors are always striving not on…

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The Yoga of Mental Health: A Discussion with an Expert Registered Yoga Teacher, Sound Healer, and Mental Health Counselor Krista Miles 46:50

2+ y ago46:50

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Krista Miles is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Expert Registered Yoga Teacher, and Sound Healer based out of Tampa FL. She has been working in the mental health field for over a decade where she has been able to help a wide variety of individuals, including dedicating the last 7 years to those struggling with eating disorders. Krista is curren…

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Speech Clarity Strategies for Those with Down Syndrome when AAC is Recommended with Jennifer Gray 1:01:53

2+ y ago1:01:53

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Guest: Jennifer Gray, MS, CCC-SLP - Research states that speech use drives language use through phonological memory and motor planning. However, those with Down syndrome are often encouraged to use nonverbal strategies (sign language, AAC, etc.) ahead of their speech abilities. Is this the best and most beneficial? This course investigates the rese…

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Compassion is Critical, but Finite 21:22

2+ y ago21:22

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Compassion is an important trait for mental health therapists, as it allows them to connect with their patients and provide support. However, it is important to remember that compassion is finite, and that therapists must take care of themselves in order to maintain their compassion. This can be done through self-care practices such as meditation o…

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The Cop Therapist: A Police Commander's Story of Mental Health Advocacy and Healing with Kevin W. Condon, LCSW, BCD 52:05

2+ y ago52:05

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Today’s guest is Kevin W. Condon, LCSW, BCD In June of 2002, Kevin retired from the City of Coral Gables (FL) Police Department’s (CGPD) as a lieutenant with over 25 years of service. At the time of his retirement, Kevin was serving as the Commander of the CGPD Crisis Management Team - Crisis Negotiation Team and Special Weapons and Tactics Team (S…

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Ambiguous Loss: Supporting Families During Stressful Times with Karyn Lewis Searcy 1:02:18

2+ y ago1:02:18

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Guest: Karyn Lewis Searcy, MA, CCC-SLP - This course defines ambiguous loss and how it can impact caregiver-child interactions. Ms. Searcy specifies how to assist families during stressful times and events, including the difficulties of communication disorders and delays. She covers the stressful details that caregivers can experience and how, if n…

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How to Be a Present Clinician 22:48

2+ y ago22:48

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Mindfulness meditation is a tool I have been practicing and using for the past 15 years. It has helped me build a strong, intuitive, and empathic practice. It is a tool that I believe is critical for mental health clinicians because the space we spend the most time in is the present. The emotions and stories that we hear and experience from others …

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How and Why to use the term “DLD” to Raise Awareness and Generate Connections with Holly L. Storkel 1:03:01

2+ y ago1:03:01

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Guest: Holly L. Storkel, PhD, CCC-SLP - Developmental language disorder (DLD) has gone by many names. Why does the name matter, especially when it doesn’t match the terminology used in schools (e.g., IDEA) or medical settings (e.g., ICD)? In this course, we will explore how and why you should share the term DLD with families and other team members.…

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Love for Clinical Operations and Helping Others Through Recovery with Shea Fitzgerald Schueler, MA, LMFTA, SUDP 48:10

2+ y ago48:10

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Shea began studying psychology in high school accidentally, at first, and never stopped. While her undergraduate psychology degree was accompanied by additional majors in political science and women’s studies, it was the psychology that kept infiltrating her professional life. Despite spending a decade in the business world of marketing, advertisin…

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Surprising & Practical Language Therapy Applications from a 1980s Research Study with Teresa Farnham 54:16

2+ y ago54:16

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Guest: Teresa Farnham, MA, CCC-SLP - We have explicitly known for over 3 decades that parents influence their child’s language development—especially vocabulary—with the quantity and quality of their input and interactions. In the 1980s, Hart & Risley conducted a remarkable research project examining the differences in preschool children's verbal e…

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Networking as a Mental Health Clinician 22:19

3y ago22:19

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Do you find networking to be daunting and anxiety provoking? Well you are not alone! This podcast is dedicated to helping mental health clinicians gain some confidence and empowerment when approaching their next professional event. Networking is a wonderful way to get to know others, build long lasting relationships, and build your business. I will…

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Reading Beyond the Book: How to Apply Interactive Reading with Young Children with Jacqueline Towson 55:42

3y ago55:42

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Guest: Jacqueline Towson, PhD, CCC-SLP - This course outlines practical strategies to implement during shared interactive book reading. Embedding techniques will be shared to facilitate language and emergent literacy skills with young children with language impairments, developmental disabilities, or those considered at-risk. Considerations for boo…

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Mental Health Boom: Higher Need is Taxing Our Clinicians 17:44

3y ago17:44

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We are facing a critical mass of people in need of mental health care, however, there are not enough clinicians available to help. One reason may be that we are taxed. We are being asked to do more as a provider in an organization or we are being inundated with clients, when we are used to a feast or famine small business model. Let's focus on ours…

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Playing is Never Wasted Time: Clinical Social Worker Specializes in Play Therapy, Empowerment, and Supervision with Stephanie Butler 43:40

3y ago43:40

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Stephanie is a Licensed Clinical Independent Social Worker in Washington State. She received her master’s degree in Social Work from Savannah State University and her bachelor’s degree is in Special Education from the University of Mississippi. Stephanie’s professional background involves working in an outpatient setting with homeless adults and yo…

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Treating Eating Disorders, Using Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy, and Top Books to Read with Eating Disorder Expert Bonnie Brennan 36:56

3y ago36:56

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Bonnie Brennan is a compassionate and mission-driven clinician. She brings her knowledge and leadership in the fields of addiction, eating disorders, and mental health to her therapy services in Colorado as well as to support families and caregivers using evidenced-based interventions, groups, workshops, and continuing care models nationwide. Her a…

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Trauma and Behavioral Specialist and World Traveler Lee Schuster, LCSW, BCBA 40:02

3y ago40:02

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Lee Schuster, LCSW, BCBA: Trauma and PTSD, Substance Abuse and Dual Diagnosis, Grief and Loss and much more. I use an eclectic model of healing from a person-centered, strengths-based perspective that is Anti-Racist and Anti- Systems of Oppression in its foundation. To allow oneself to show up as our best selves in and out of the therapy room. Each…

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Welcome to Clinician to Clinician! 0:42

3y ago0:42

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This is the Clinician to Clinician podcast, I’m your host Lara Effland, LICSW with over 15 years of experience in the mental health field. Clinician to Clinician is a place where mental health clinicians, therapists, and counselors share their professional stories, successes, challenges, and insights. As clinicians our professional work is rarely p…

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Key Methods to Enhance Speech Sound Treatment Success with Holly L. Storkel 1:02:39

3y ago1:02:39

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Guest: Holly L. Storkel, Ph.D., CCC-SLP - This course presents a variety of practical methods to enhance and systematically guide treatment success for children with speech sound disorders. For example, did you know that selecting complex sounds as your treatment target can accelerate speech sound learning? Or, that there are better ways to contras…

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The Underestimated Power of Chewing with Licia Coceani Paskay 56:52

3y ago56:52

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Guest: Licia Coceani Paskay, MS, CCC-SLP - This course provides an overview of chewing that’s been researched within the medical and dental fields. Chewing is an overlooked and underestimated function that has a significant and well-documented impact on swallowing. Implications are covered from infants to the elderly. Chewing should take a more pro…

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Instill Confidence & Joy in our Language Kids who Suffer from Educational Trauma - Deborah Ross-Swain 59:54

3y ago59:54

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Guest: Deborah Ross-Swain, EdD, CCC-SLP - School-aged children with language and learning differences are at risk for education trauma; some feel defeated. They’re often labeled as unmotivated, ADHD, lazy, unfocused, or oppositional. SLPs are a part of a collaborative team that can recognize and avoid this trauma and boosts a child’s educational su…

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Three Super-Techniques to Foster Academic Success for Those with Down Syndrome with Jennifer Gray 1:02:06

3y ago1:02:06

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Guest: Jennifer Gray, MS, CCC-SLP - We must find ways to motivate those with Down syndrome to join their peers in learning. Strategies for active listening, retrieving known information, and planning and executing speech allow them to perform better academically and become independent. This podcast shares three simple and essential strategies to ad…

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"Therapy Essentials” for Teletherapy Services with Kristin Martinez 53:07

3+ y ago53:07

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Guest: Kristin Martinez, MA, CCC-SLP - Kristin shares practical information on Therapy Essentials, a comprehensive therapy platform and teletherapy training option for both school-based speech-language pathologists (SLPs) and SLPs in the clinical setting. She clarifies and outlines the full features and benefits of Therapy Essentials that can be us…

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Conflict Resolution: Essential Tools for Successful Supervision with Janice M. Wright 1:00:55

3+ y ago1:00:55

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Guest: Janice M. Wright, MA, CCC-SLP - Ms. Wright discusses the issues of conflict resolution rather than conflict management related to the supervision of speech-language pathology supervisees. She shares constructive definitions, analyzes the typical views of conflict, identifies conflict styles, and tactfully imparts techniques to effectively re…

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Diadochokinesis (DDK): Research Data and Clinical Applications with Ray D. Kent 1:05:44

3+ y ago1:05:44

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Guest: Ray D. Kent, PhD - Diadochokinesis (DDK) has been in our field for almost a century and has applications in many specialties. A scoping review found 360 DDK articles and has been associated with diverse etiologies: motoric, structural, sensory, and cognitive. Its popularity notwithstanding, it is not unquestioned as an assessment tool. Howev…

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The Competent Clinician, EBP, and Real-World Data Collection Methods with Sandra Combs 55:21

3+ y ago55:21

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Guest: Sandra Combs, Ph.D., CCC-SLP - Some clinicians avoid using research to guide their practice due to implementation challenges that appear controlled or too large to apply to their population. Dr. Combs outlines data collection and procedures on how to utilize single-case research to improve therapy quality. Her goal is to bridge the clinical …

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Selective Mutism: Real-World Info & Answers for SLPs with Shari Gross 59:53

3+ y ago59:53

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Guest: Shari Gross, MA, CCC-SLP - Selective mutism is an often misunderstood social pragmatic communication disorder. For many children, within their selective silence, their social pragmatic issues mask additional communication disorders: articulation, semantics, syntax, processing, and even autism spectrum disorders. This course introduces SLPs t…

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