SLP Learning Hour

Speech Therapy PD

Each season of the SLP Learning Hour we release a new miniseries, all dedicated to going in-depth on a different speech therapy topic. Hear from a variety of hosts and guests who are leaders in the field as they discuss topics including: stuttering, AAC, sports concussion, teletherapy, ethics, and more!

Each episode of SLP Learning Hour is worth .1 ASHA CEU when you complete the accompanying course through Speech Therapy PD.

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Yesterday · 1 hr 4 min
Back to Basics on Gestalt Language Processing - the gestalt get-together
From language modeling to play, refresh the tools you use every day. Guest: Emily Byers Chaney, MS, CCC-SLP Earn 0.10 ASHA CEUs for this episode with Speech Therapy PD Watch on Youtube Whether you’re new to gestalt language processing or could use a refresher, this episode of The Gestalt Get-Together brings the basics back into focus. Host Corinne Zmoos, MS, CCC-SLP, is joined by Emily Byers Chaney, MS, CCC-SLP, to talk through echolalia, language modeling, play-based intervention, and how GLP discourse has evolved. Using real-world clinical examples, Corinne and Emily make these ideas easier to understand and apply. You’ll come away with practical ways to expand language, encourage reciprocal interactions, and more confidently support gestalt language processors in your everyday practice. About the Guest: Emily Byers Chaney, M.S., CCC-SLP is a a pediatric speech-language pathologist and the founder of Boundless Speech and Language, a private practice in Los Angeles offering both in-person and teletherapy services across California. With eight years of experience, Emily is dedicated to providing neurodiversity-affirming, child-led care, helping families move toward relationship-centered and co-regulating models of care. She is passionate about empowering families through strengths-based approaches and regularly shares educational content for both parents and professionals focused on practical, evidence-informed ways to support neurodivergent children while honoring their individual communication styles, support needs, and strengths. Show Notes: Contact Corinne Zmoos: LinkedIn, Instagram, Linktree Contact Erin Forward: Instagram Communication Development Center Natural Language Acquisition on the Autism Spectrum Meaningful Speech Constructing a Language: A Usage-Based Theory of Language Acquisition The functions of immediate echolalia in autistic children.
Yesterday · 1 hr 2 min
Using Language Comprehension Curricula in Schools with Hannah Hudson - School of Speech
Learn about common barriers and misconceptions surrounding language comprehension curricula, considerations for choosing and implementing a curriculum, and ways to collaborate with educators. Guest: Hannah Hudson, MS, CCC-SLP Earn 0.10 ASHA CEUs for this episode with Speech Therapy PD Watch on YouTube In this episode of School of Speech, host Carolyn Dolby, MS, CCC-SLP, is joined by Hannah Hudson, MS, CCC-SLP, to discuss how language comprehension curricula can support elementary students with language and literacy difficulties and how SLPs can incorporate these tools into their current practice. As expectations for SLP involvement in literacy continue to grow, structured language comprehension curricula may offer a way to provide consistent support while managing the demands of a school-based caseload. About the Guest: Hannah Hudson, MS, CCC-SLP, of the Communication Science and Disorders Department at Florida State University, is a PhD Student in Dr. Carla Wood’s lab. Hannah has a strong interest in language acquisition as it relates to literacy development and language acquisition/development as it relates to expressive language abilities. In addition, she is interested in language disorders, learning disabilities, and reading and language comprehension. Show Notes: Exploring Language Comprehension Article Listening Comprehension Resource Center Books used in the Let's Know! curriculum supplement Language Dynamics Group - get CUBED
September 15 · 1 hr 24 min
Busting Concussion Myths: What SLPs Need to Know - First Bite: Fed, Fun, Functional SLP Insights
Unpack the myths, realities, and clinical considerations surrounding pediatric concussions with an interprofessional team from The University of Tulsa's Concussion Center. Guests: Laura Wilson, PhD, CCC-SLP, CBIST; Rachel Hildebrand, PhD, LAT/ATC, CBIS; and Jennifer Steward, PhD Earn 0.10 ASHA CEUs for this episode with Speech Therapy PD Watch on YouTube In this episode of First Bite, Michelle Dawson, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC, BCS-S, FNAP, is joined by an interprofessional team from The University of Tulsa's Concussion Center. Together, they explore common misconceptions about concussions, including how symptoms present differently across toddlers, children, and adolescents, and why recognizing these differences is critical for timely identification and care. The conversation also highlights important topics such as second impact syndrome, current best practices in concussion management, and the role of interprofessional collaboration in supporting recovery. About the Guest(s): Laura Wilson, PhD, CCC-SLP, CBIST, is an Associate Professor in Communication Sciences & Disorders at The University of Tulsa. She is a Co-Director of the Concussion Center and a Certified Brain Injury Specialist Trainer. Her clinical and research interest is acquired brain injuries, with a specific focus on concussion. Rachel Hildebrand, PhD, LAT/ATC, CBIS is a Clinical Associate Professor of Athletic Training at The University of Tulsa. She is the co-Director of the Concussion Center at The University of Tulsa. Her research has highly focused on interdisciplinary concussion management, specifically for those experiencing prolonged concussion recovery. Jennifer Steward, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist and an Applied Associate Professor of Psychology at The University of Tulsa. She has been a member of the concussion team since the Concussion Center’s opening, and supervises advanced clinical psychology doctoral students in their work as part of the interdisciplinary team. Show Notes: University of Tulsa Concussion Center Heads Up CDC HEADS UP to Schools: Online Concussion Training Pedsconcussion.com Concussioninsportgroup.com Love Money: Support The University of Tulsa
September 14 · 1 hr 3 min
Speech Sound Disorders and Adverse Educational Impact with Angie Neal - School of Speech
What does it really mean for a speech sound disorder to have an adverse educational impact? Guest: Angie Neal, MS, CCC-SLP Earn 0.10 ASHA CEUs for this episode with Speech Therapy PD Watch on YouTube Together, they discuss the role of adverse educational impact in determining eligibility for school-based speech-language services, the differences between medical and educational service delivery models, and practical ways to collect and report data that supports compliant decision-making. They also examine how clear documentation can help IEP teams connect speech-language services to educational outcomes while supporting appropriate caseload and workload decisions. About the Guest: Angie Neal is the SLP Contact and Policy Advisor for Speech-Language Services and Early Literacy at the SC State Department of Education, a board member with the State Education Agency Communication Disability Council, and a published author who presents on a wide variety of SLP topics across the United States. Show Notes: Speech-Language Pathology and IDEA by Angie Neal
September 11 · 1 hr 4 min
Making Sense of Responsive Feeding Therapy: Caregiver Involvement - Making Sense with Madi the SLP
Discover how caregiver collaboration can transform feeding therapy. Guest: Stephanie Cohen, MA, CCC-SLP, CLC Earn 0.10 ASHA CEUs for this episode with Speech Therapy PD Watch on YouTube Caregiver involvement is at the heart of successful responsive feeding therapy. In this episode of the Making Sense with Madi the SLP podcast, host Madi Metcalf, MS, CCC-SLP, is joined by Stephanie Cohen, MA, CCC-SLP, CLC, to discuss practical ways speech-language pathologists can partner with families throughout the therapy process. Together, they explore strategies for including caregivers in sessions, coaching them to use responsive feeding techniques at home, and building confidence that extends beyond the therapy room. Whether you're new to responsive feeding or looking to strengthen your family-centered approach, this conversation offers practical guidance for creating meaningful caregiver partnerships that support lasting progress during everyday mealtimes. About the Guest: Stephanie Cohen, MA, CCC-SLP, CLC, is a speech-language pathologist and a certified lactation counselor in private practice who has worked with children with complex medical needs and their families for more than 20 years. Stephanie has advanced training in pediatric feeding and specializes in working with the 0–3 population. She is passionate about helping families of children with feeding challenges find ways to make mealtimes more successful and enjoyable. Stephanie has a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Science degree from Northwestern University. She maintains a private practice in Illinois and is a credentialed evaluator and provider in the Illinois Early Intervention program. Stephanie regularly presents on a variety of topics, including typical and atypical feeding development, responsive feeding, and trauma-informed feeding assessment and treatment. Her work can be found through The Get Permission Institute, Chicago Feeding Group, TalkTools, and the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Stephanie enjoys mentoring and has been invited to lecture at Northwestern University. She is the author of the My First Learn-to-Talk board book series (Sourcebooks). Most importantly, Stephanie is a mom of three who lives in Illinois with her family. Show Notes: Contact Madi Metcalf: LinkedIn, Instagram, Function First Contact Stephanie Cohen: LinkedIn, Instagram, Learn To Talk with Me Get Permission Institute Chicago Feeding Group
September 8 · 1 hr 11 min
Finding Your Voice: Advocacy and PFD in Schools with Mary Dooher - First Bite: Fed, Fun, Functional SLP Insights
Explore the realities of addressing dysphagia and pediatric feeding disorder in schools. Guest: Mary Dooher, MA, CCC-SLP, Earn 0.10 ASHA CEUs for this episode with Speech Therapy PD Watch on YouTube In this episode of the First Bite podcast, Michelle Dawson, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC, BCS-S, FNAP, sits down with Mary P. Dooher, MA, CCC-SLP, a passionate school-based clinician and advocate from Alaska, for a heartfelt and energizing conversation about supporting students with feeding and swallowing needs in the school setting. Drawing from her journey across medical and educational environments, Mary shares how her work in pediatric feeding and swallowing evolved into systems-level advocacy within her district, state, and national organizations. About the Guest: Mary P. Dooher, M.A., CCC-SLP, has been a school-based SLP in Wasilla, Alaska, for 15 years. She has experience in public schools, hospitals, SNFs, and home health settings. Mary is a strong advocate within her school district and the State of Alaska to increase awareness of/needs of students with dysphagia. She is an active member of her local union, MSEA, and the state association, NEA-Alaska. Show Notes: Feeding Matters PFD in Schools Go Team Go! Interprofessional Practice for Pediatric Feeding in the Schools ASHA Voices: Engaging With Teacher Unions and Education Associations in Schools
September 7 · 1 hr 6 min
Circles of Communication with GLPs - the gestalt get-together
Turn connection into communication with practical DIR Floortime® strategies for supporting GLPs. Guest: Erin Forward, MSP, CCC-SLP, CLC Earn 0.10 ASHA CEUs for this episode with Speech Therapy PD Watch on Youtube In this episode of The Gestalt Get-Together podcast, host Corinne Zmoos, MS, CCC-SLP, is joined by Erin Forward, MSP, CCC-SLP, CLC, to discuss how the DIR Floortime® approach can enhance clinical practice with gestalt language processors (GLPs). Together, they examine how understanding individual differences through the Floortime model can strengthen communication, relationships, and language development. Corinne and Erin explore functional emotional developmental capacities, circles of communication, and the role these concepts play in supporting children who use gestalt language processing. They also discuss how gestalt language processing can be understood as an individual difference within the DIR Floortime approach, offering practical insights to help SLPs foster meaningful interactions and support the growth of authentic communication. About the Guest: Erin Forward, MSP, CCC-SLP, CLC, is a speech-language pathologist, DIR/Floortime® Expert Provider, and founder of Nourishing Connection LLC. She is newly a full time Expert DIR/Floortime staff member for ICDL. She specializes in relationship-based, neurodiversity-affirming support for children and families with feeding and communication differences. Erin is an international speaker and host of the Rooted in Connection podcast, where she explores the power of relationships in healthcare, parenting, and everyday life. She believes that relationship based care is the core of what helps children and families thrive. Show Notes: Contact Corinne Zmoos: LinkedIn, Linktree Contact Erin Forward: LinkedIn, Nourishing Connection Zero To Three Home of DIRFloortime - What is DIR Home of DIRFloortime - Affect Diathesis Hypothesis Home of DIRFloortime - Child Development Music and Early Language Acquisition Searching for Roots of Entrainment and Joint Action in Early Musical Interactions Developmental Pathways for Kids - Ideation Affect Autism Rooted in Conntection Podcast - Erin Forward
September 1 · 1 hr 8 min
Beyond the Echo: Honoring Autistic Communication with Farwa Husain - First Bite: Fed, Fun, Functional SLP Insights
Practical strategies for supporting autistic communicators. Guest: Farwa Husain, MS, CCC-SLP Earn 0.10 ASHA CEUs for this episode with Speech Therapy PD Watch on YouTube In this episode of First Bite, Michelle Dawson, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC, BCS-S, FNAP, is joined by Farwa Husain, MA, CCC-SLP, bilingual speech-language pathologist, for a thoughtful conversation about supporting autistic individuals through relationship-based, neurodiversity-affirming care. Together, they discuss how echolalia can be understood as meaningful communication rather than a behavior to eliminate. Farwa shares practical strategies for supporting autistic communicators who use echolalia, emphasizing how caregiver coaching and everyday interactions can create rich opportunities for connection, language, and participation. About the Guest: Farwa Husain, bilingual SLP, is the Founder of First Phrases and Owner of One-on-One Speech Therapy. She specializes in relationship-based, neurodiversity-affirming care, with a clinical and educational focus on supporting echolalia. Farwa is an international presenter who provides professional development training for schools and organizations worldwide. Show Notes: Contact Farwa: IG: @firstphrasesofficial LinkedIn www.firstphrases.com Related Course: Autism Conference: Embracing Joy Through Practical Intervention Family Guided Routines Based Interventions Morris County Speech and Hearing Association
August 28 · 1 hr 6 min
Making Sense of Responsive Feeding Therapy: Child-Centered Feeding Therapy - Making Sense with Madi the SLP
Follow the child’s cues for more meaningful feeding therapy. Guest: Karen Dilfer, OTR/L Earn 0.10 ASHA CEUs for this episode with Speech Therapy PD Watch on YouTube In this episode of the Making Sense podcast, host Madi Metcalf, MS, CCC-SLP, is joined by Karen Dilfer, OTR/L, to discuss child-centered feeding therapy and how it aligns with the principles of responsive feeding therapy. Together, they explore the importance of honoring a child's autonomy and share practical ways to implement child-led approaches during feeding therapy sessions. Whether you're new to responsive feeding therapy or looking to strengthen your current approach, this episode offers practical strategies for balancing therapeutic goals with respect for each child's cues, preferences, and participation, supporting more positive and meaningful feeding experiences. About the Guest: Karen Dilfer MS, OTR/L is an occupational therapist, feeding specialist, and food enthusiast. She is trained in the Get Permission Approach to pediatric feeding and is privileged to spend the majority of her time as a clinician, working with children and families. Karen is the director of the feeding program at Amy Zier + Associates, a private pediatric therapy clinic in Chicago. She participates in research activities at the University of Chicago where she works in the department of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics. Karen is a co-founder and board member of The Chicago Feeding Group, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting families of children with Pediatric Feeding Disorder (PFD) and advancing continuing education for professionals serving this population. Recognized as a leader in the field, Karen is a sought-after educator and regularly presents for advanced practice platforms, including the Early Intervention training program in Illinois, Sooner Start in Oklahoma, and national professional organizations such as the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). Show Notes: Contact Madi Metcalf: LinkedIn, Instagram, Function First Contact Karen Dilfer: LinkedIn Pediatric feeding disorder in early intervention: Expanding access, improving outcomes, and prioritizing responsive feeding Responsive Feeding Therapy: Values and Practice Chicago Feeding Group Get Permission Institute
August 25 · 1 hr 6 min
Culturally Responsive Practices Transform Outcomes with Samantha Dudding - First Bite: Fed, Fun, Functional SLP Insights
Gain actionable strategies to support more inclusive, culturally responsive, and family-centered practice. Guest: Samantha Dudding, MS, CCC-SLP Earn 0.10 ASHA CEUs for this episode with Speech Therapy PD Watch on YouTube In this episode of First Bite, Michelle Dawson, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC, is joined by Samantha Dudding, MS, CCC-SLP, for a thoughtful conversation about how culturally responsive communication can promote more equitable outcomes in special education. Drawing on her clinical expertise and leadership experience, Samantha shares practical strategies for supporting culturally and linguistically diverse students and families while strengthening collaboration across educational teams. About the Guest: Samantha Dudding, M.S., CCC‑SLP, is a speech‑language pathologist and special education leader whose work centers on culturally responsive communication within school‑based special education processes. She is currently a Student Support Coordinator in a school district just outside of Washington, DC where she facilitates special education processes, supports multidisciplinary teams, and leads professional development focused on inclusive practices. Show Notes: Bronfenbrenner's ecological systems theory Sign up for the ASHFoundation's 7th Annual Virtual Walk/Run Join the team "First Bite Fun Runners"
August 24 · 1 hr 2 min
What School-Based SLPs Should Know About Music Therapy with Anna Graves - School of Speech
Whether you're curious about the science behind music-based interventions or looking to build stronger interdisciplinary partnerships, this episode offers a practical introduction to music therapy Full Episode Title: More Than Music: What School-Based SLPs Should Know About Music Therapy Guest: Anna Graves, MA, MT-BC Earn 0.10 ASHA CEUs for this episode with Speech Therapy PD Watch on YouTube Music therapy is far more than singing songs or playing instruments. In this episode of the School of Speech podcast, host Carolyn Dolby, MS, CCC-SLP, is joined by music therapist and SLP graduate student Anna Graves, MA, MT-BC, to discuss what music therapy is, the theoretical approaches that guide clinical practice, and how understanding the role of music therapists can strengthen collaboration in school settings. About the Guest: Anna Graves, MA, MT-BC, is a music therapist and graduate speech language pathology student in Northern Colorado. After her undergraduate schooling at Truman State University, she attended graduate school for Music Therapy at the University of Iowa. She relocated to Northern Colorado in 2022, and she has been practicing music therapy since.
August 20 · 1 hr 6 min
The Brain Health Toolbox with Jennifer Ruckner - Brainstorms: Functional Neurorehab for SLPs
How can we incorporate brain health into everyday clinical practice? Guest: Jennifer Ruckner, MS, CCC-SLP Earn 0.10 ASHA CEUs for this episode with Speech Therapy PD Watch on YouTube Brainstorms podcast host Renee Garrett, MSED, CCC-SLP, CBIS, is joined by Jennifer Ruckner, MS, CCC-SLP, for a practical discussion on how speech-language pathologists can incorporate brain health into everyday clinical practice. Together, they break down the neuroscience behind neuroplasticity, cognitive reserve, and lifestyle factors that influence brain function, while exploring what brain health really means across the continuum of care. About the Guest: Jennifer Ruckner, MS, CCC-SLP, is a seasoned speech-language pathologist with over three decades of experience across Early Intervention, school districts, and private practice. She earned her Bachelor of Science and Master’s degrees in Communication Disorders from Auburn University and has practiced since 1990. Jennifer specializes in Social/Pragmatic Language, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Expressive Language Disorder, and Feeding Disorders. Show Notes and Resources: First Things First (Arizona Early Childhood Development and Health Board): This state-funded organization explicitly publishes these exact percentage benchmarks in their The First Five Years and general Brain Development guides to emphasize the importance of early childhood. [1, 2, 3] The Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University: Harvard's research on early brain architecture and "serve-and-return" interactions serves as the scientific foundation for these milestones. They document that the brain's physical volume and synaptic pathways undergo their most rapid, critical expansion during this 0-to-5 window. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5] National Institutes of Health (NIH): Public health studies track these figures based on physical brain weight and volume growth, explaining how a newborn's brain starts at about 25% of adult size, doubles in the first year, and hits the 90% mark around age 5. [1, 2]
August 18 · 1 hr 21 min
Training Pediatric SLPs for Community Impact with Paula Pineda - First Bite: Fed, Fun, Functional SLP Insights
What does it take to prepare pediatric SLPs in serving diverse communities? Guest: Paula V. Pineda, SLPD, CCC-SLP, BCS-CL Earn 0.10 ASHA CEUs for this episode with Speech Therapy PD Watch on YouTube In this episode of the First Bite podcast, host Michelle Dawson, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC, is joined by Paula V. Pineda, SLPD, CCC-SLP, BCS-CL, bilingual speech-language pathologist, Chief Clinical Supervisor at Teachers College, Columbia University, and President of the ASHA Hispanic Caucus, for a thoughtful conversation about preparing pediatric SLPs to serve culturally and linguistically diverse communities. About the Guest: Paula V. Pineda, SLPD, CCC-SLP, BCS-CL, is a bilingual (English/Spanish) Speech-Language Pathologist with over 14 years of experience. Originally from Colombia, Paula has lived in New York City since 2001. She earned her Master’s degree from Adelphi University in 2011 and completed her clinical doctorate at Northwestern University in 2023. Show Notes: Contact Paula: www.tc.columbia.edu Family Guided Routines Based Intervention: fgrbi.com Sign up for ASHFoundation's 7th Annual Virtual Walk/Run Join the team "First Bite Fun Runners" Love Money: Support the Hispanic Caucus: www.hispaniccaucusasha.org Support your local immigration association: www.findhelp.org
August 17 · 1 hr 2 min
How SLPs and OTs Can Transform School Mealtimes - School of Speech
Whether you're part of a feeding team or looking to strengthen collaboration with colleagues, you'll leave this episode with practical, evidence-informed ideas you can put to work in your own school. Full Episode Title: More Than Lunch: How SLPs and OTs Can Transform School Mealtimes Guests: Maragryta Kuzmin, MA, CCC-SLP, TSSLD-BE & Lily Glasgo, PhD, OTR/L Earn 0.10 ASHA CEUs for this episode with Speech Therapy PD Watch on YouTube In this episode of the School of Speech podcast, host Carolyn Dolby, MS, CCC-SLP, is joined by Margaryta Kuzmin, MA, CCC-SLP, TSSLD-BE, BCS-S Candidate, and Lily Glasgo, PhD, OTR/L, to discuss how school-based speech-language pathologists and occupational therapists can work together to better support students with pediatric feeding disorder. They explore each profession's unique and overlapping roles in feeding, swallowing, self-feeding, sensory needs, and mealtime participation, while examining how feeding challenges can influence student safety, nutrition, attendance, learning, inclusion, and access to the educational environment. About the Guests: Margaryta Kuzmin is a bilingual speech-language pathologist based in New York City with over 15 years of experience working with infants, toddlers, and school-age children with complex communication, feeding, and developmental needs. She specializes in pediatric feeding and swallowing disorders, AAC, and working with medically complex populations. Dr. Glasgo received her PhD in Occupational Science in 2025 from UNC Chapel Hill, where she was funded through a Department of Education grant supporting young children with significant disabilities. She enjoys interdisciplinary collaboration and loves to bring an occupational perspective to research. She is co-chairing a large research project with the nonprofit Feeding Matters, which aims to increase physician education and outreach for early identification of pediatric feeding disorder.
August 14 · 1 hr 8 min
Making Sense of Responsive Feeding Therapy: Felt Safety as the Foundation - Making Sense with Madi the SLP
Discover how felt safety can open the door to appetite, curiosity, and connection at mealtimes. Guest: Katja Rowell, MD Earn 0.10 ASHA CEUs for this episode with Speech Therapy PD Watch on YouTube In this episode of Making Sense of Responsive Feeding Therapy, host Madi Metcalf, MS, CCC-SLP, is joined by Katja Rowell, MD, to explore why felt safety is the foundation of responsive feeding therapy. Together, they discuss how creating a sense of felt safety during feeding sessions and at home supports children with pediatric feeding and swallowing disorders by fostering appetite, regulation, and curiosity about food. Throughout the episode, Madi and Dr. Rowell examine the relationship between felt safety and responsive feeding, explaining how a supportive environment can reduce stress around mealtimes while encouraging intrinsic motivation and engagement. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of how felt safety influences feeding outcomes and leave with practical insights for creating more effective, child-centered feeding experiences. About the Guest: Katja Rowell is a family doctor, author, and founder of The Feeding Doctor. She is one of the authors of the Responsive Feeding Therapy White Paper. Her mission is to help children grow up to feel good about food and their bodies. She has special interests in avoidant eating and supporting adopted and fostered children. Her books include Helping Your Child When Mealtimes are Hard, Helping Your Child with Extreme Picky Eating, and Love Me, Feed Me, for fostering and adopting parents. She is a webinar contributor at Responsivefeedingpro.com. Show Notes: Contact Madi Metcalf: LinkedIn, Instagram, Function First Dr. Katja Rowell - The Feeding Doctor Self-Determination Theory as a Theoretical Framework for a Responsive Approach to Child Feeding Responsive feeding is embedded in a theoretical framework of responsive parenting Relationships between sensory sensitivity, anxiety and selective eating in children Impact of a Responsive Feeding Intervention on Children and Caregivers: A Nonrandomized, Repeated-Measures Study 'Finish your soup': counterproductive effects of pressuring children to eat on intake and affect The'picky eater': The toddler or preschooler who does not eat Modern Attachment Theory: The Central Role of Affect Regulation in Development and Treatment Role reversal method for treatment of food refusal associated with infantile feeding disorders
August 13 · 1 hr 6 min
Teleterapia que conecta: intervenciones efectivas en acción - SLPs en Acción
Invitada: Lymari Segarra Arroyo, SLPD, CCC-SLP Gana 0.1 ASHA CEU por este episodio con Speech Therapy PD Watch on Youtube En este episodio del podcast SLPs en Acción, Damaris Sánchez Rivera, MS, CCC-SLP, conversa con la Dra. Lymari Segarra Arroyo, SLPD, CCC-SLP, sobre cómo la teleterapia puede convertirse en una herramienta clínica efectiva, dinámica y accesible para nuestros clientes. Juntas exploran estrategias prácticas para planificar sesiones virtuales significativas, fomentar la participación activa, adaptar las intervenciones según las necesidades del cliente y abordar los desafíos más comunes de la telepráctica. Este episodio ofrece ideas aplicables para SLPs y SLPAs que desean fortalecer sus servicios en línea con confianza, creatividad y propósito clínico. Show Notes: Contacta a Lymari Segarra Arroyo en Instagram: @wepaslp Facebook: Wepa SLP TikTok: WepaSLP Recursos: Kit de recursos para telepráctica
August 11 · 1 hr 4 min
Language, Literacy, and the Path to Reading Success with Heather Ramsdell - First Bite: Fed, Fun, Functional SLP Insights
What role do SLPs play with literacy development? Guest: Heather L. Ramsdell, PhD, CCC-SLP, CALT, QIT Earn 0.10 ASHA CEUs for this episode with Speech Therapy PD Watch on Youtube In this episode of First Bite, Michelle Dawson, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC, BCS-S, FNAP, is joined by Heather L. Ramsdell, PhD, CCC-SLP, CALT, QIT, for a passionate, research-backed discussion that positions speech-language pathologists as central to literacy development. Heather reframes dyslexia and reading challenges as reflections of underlying language and developmental profiles, explains how early oral language skills lay the foundation for reading, and discusses key early indicators of risk and the diverse developmental pathways that contribute to reading difficulties. About the Guest: Heather L. Ramsdell, PhD CCC-SLP, CALT, QI in Training, University of Memphis, 2009, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at Idaho State University, owner/clinician at Once Upon a Time LLC, and mother of two children with dyslexia. Her teaching, research, and clinical areas of expertise/interest include infant vocal development, phonetics, phonology, multisensory structured language intervention, spelling, structured word inquiry, literacy, and dyslexia. Show Notes: Read with Ramsdell: www.readwithramsdell.com Contact Heather: www.isu.edu/slp/about/faculty Publications: https://pubs.asha.org/authored-by/Ramsdell/Heather+L Sign up for the ASHFoundation 7th Annual Virtual Walk/Run Join the First Bite Team: "First Bite Fun Runners" Love Money: Support Children's Dyslexia Centers
August 10 · 1 hr 2 min
Making Evidence-Based Practice Work in Schools - School of Speech
Whether you're new to school-based practice or a seasoned clinician, you'll leave with realistic, time-saving strategies you can use to make evidence-based practice a sustainable part of your everyday workflow. Full Episode Title: From Research to Real Life: Making Evidence-Based Practice Work in Schools Guests: Gabriella Reynolds, PhD, CCC-SLP & Dr. Ellie Cooper PhD, CCC-SLP, LSLS CERT. AVT Earn 0.10 ASHA CEUs for this episode with Speech Therapy PD Watch on YouTube Evidence-based practice is essential for school-based speech-language pathologists (SLPs), but finding, evaluating, and applying research can feel overwhelming in the realities of school practice. In this episode of School of Speech, host Carolyn Dolby, MS, CCC-SLP, welcomes Dr. Gabriella Reynolds and Dr. Ellie Cooper, to share practical, evidence-based strategies for helping school-based SLPs translate research into confident clinical decision-making and effective interventions for the students they serve every day. About the Guests: Gabriella Reynolds, PhD, CCC-SLP is an assistant professor in the Communication Sciences and Disorders Department at Syracuse University. Prior to entering academia, she worked as a speech-language pathologist (SLP) at a school for children with language and learning difficulties. Her research focuses on the language and literacy development of children with hearing loss. Dr. Ellie Cooper is a certified Speech-Language Pathologist, Listening and Spoken Language Specialist (LSLS Cert. AVT), and Assistant Professor in the Master of Speech-Language Pathology program at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences.
August 9 · 1 hr 2 min
Celebrating ASHFoundation: 80 Years of Advancing Clinical Practice - First Bite: Fed, Fun, Functional SLP Insights
Learn how the ASHFoundation is stepping up amidst research funding cuts. Earn 0.10 ASHA CEUs for this episode with Speech Therapy PD Watch on YouTube In this special live episode of First Bite, Michelle Dawson, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC, BCS-S, FNAP, is joined by Sharon E. Moss, PhD, CCC-SLP, CAE, Executive Director of the ASHFoundation, along with past funding recipients Katherine M. Trice, BA, and Ryan McCreery, PhD, to celebrate the ASHFoundation's 80th anniversary. If you've been watching the news and wondering how research funding cuts might impact our field, take a breath. The ASHFoundation is stepping up. Together, they discuss how innovative funding initiatives, including the Need-Based Emergency Funding Program, are supporting students, early-career investigators, and the future of communication sciences and disorders. Katherine and Ryan also share their personal experiences, highlighting the impact of Foundation support on their research and professional journeys. About the Guests: Dr. Ryan McCreery, PhD, is the Vice President of Research at Boys Town National Research Hospital in Omaha, Nebraska. He also serves as a Senior Scientist and Director of the Audibility, Perception, and Cognition (APC) Lab. Sharon E. Moss, PhD, CCC-SLP, CAE, became the executive director of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Foundation in October 2022. Moss is responsible for the ASHFoundation’s leadership and management, fundraising, and mission-related program activities which include scholarship, research grant and special project initiatives. Katherine M. Trice earned her BA in Linguistics from the University of Rochester and completed her PhD in Psychology from Northeastern University this July. She currently works as a postdoctoral associate in the Gabrieli Lab at MIT. Show Notes: www.ashfoundation.org ASHFoundation on Instagram: @ashfoundationcsd ASHFoundation on LinkedIn Sign up for the ASHFoundation 7th Annual Virtual Walk/Run Join the First Bite Team: "First Bite Fun Runners"
August 6 · 1 hr 4 min
Health-Literate Communication for SLPs with Richard Zraick - Brainstorms: Functional Neurorehab for SLPs
Health-literate communication is essential to effective speech-language pathology practice. Guest: Richard Zraick, PhD, CCC-SLP, CHSE Earn 0.10 ASHA CEUs for this episode with Speech Therapy PD Watch on YouTube In this episode of Brainstorms, Richard Zraick, PhD, CCC-SLP, CHSE, joins host Renee Garrett, MSEd, CCC-SLP, CBIS, to discuss practical, evidence-informed strategies for making clinical communication clearer, more accessible, and more actionable. Together, they examine common barriers to patient understanding and share practical ways to organize information, reduce cognitive load, use plain language without sacrificing clinical accuracy, incorporate teach-back into everyday practice, and create patient education that better supports individuals with communication disorders, cognitive impairments, and varying literacy levels. About the Guest: Richard Zraick, PhD, CCC-SLP, CHSE, is Professor and formerly the Founding Director of the School of Communication Sciences and Disorders at the University of Central Florida. He is a Fellow of the American Speech, Language, and Hearing Association. He is also a Certified Health Simulation Educator. He completed his Psychology B.A. (’84) and Speech and Hearing Science M.A. (’87) at the University of Arizona, followed by a Ph.D. from Arizona State University (’98). Show Notes: Examining Patient-Provider Language and Interactions in Healthcare (EXPLAIN) Lab

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