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Early intervention home visits give speech-language pathologists a valuable view of communication in its natural setting. Instead of working only at a clinic…
Mealtimes offer a predictable, social setting for practicing augmentative and alternative communication (AAC). The child is already near familiar people,…
Speech-language pathologists often work alongside private ABA providers when a child receives services across home, school, clinic, and community settings.…
Mixed groups can be efficient, engaging, and clinically meaningful, but they also create a documentation challenge. When students have different goals, support…
Social communication goals help students participate more independently in the everyday life of a general education classroom. They connect speech-language…
A token board can make expectations visible, give a learner a clear path toward reinforcement, and support participation during speech therapy, classroom…
Childhood apraxia of speech (CAS) is a motor speech disorder that can make it difficult for a child to plan, sequence, and coordinate the movements needed for…
The /s/ and /z/ sounds are common targets in speech therapy because they require precise tongue placement, controlled airflow, and consistent voicing. A child…
Parent coaching through telehealth gives families practical support in the place where communication actually happens: at home. Instead of relying on a clinic…
Self-advocacy gives children and adults the tools to communicate their needs, preferences, boundaries, and rights. In speech-language therapy, these abilities…
On the Blog
Popular posts and resources from the Let's Talk Speech Therapy archive.
Top 10 Books that Encourage Language Development for Babies and Toddlers
A curated list of books that support early language development, with tips for SLPs and parents on how to use them during reading time.
Supervising a SLP Student Intern – Getting Started
Practical guidance for SLPs new to clinical supervision, covering preparation, expectations, and mentorship strategies for working with student interns.
How (and why) I Teach Phone Numbers in Speech Therapy
Inspired by a real incident, this post explains how to use backwards chaining and exit-ticket questions to teach personal safety information.
7 Tips for Making the Most of ASHA '16
Seven practical tips for navigating the ASHA convention — from session planning to networking — based on firsthand experience.
Pete the Cat Phoneme Segmentation Screener
A free printable phoneme segmentation screener featuring Pete the Cat, shared as a resource for SLPs working on phonological awareness. Published September 16, 2012.
Speaking & Professional Development
Information about professional development opportunities and speaking engagements for schools, clinics, and SLP groups.