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Welcome to the SLP Full Disclosure Podcast, the show for speech-language pathologists (SLPs) seeking to enrich their skills and build connections within the supportive speech therapy community. With our inclusive platform that fosters exploration and growth, we delve into a variety of topics, from practical therapy techniques and technologies to early-intervention, travel therapy, teletherapy, clinical fellowship, and more. Join us as we navigate the diverse field of speech-language pathology, embracing full disclosure each episode.
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- Today35 min
From Burnout to Brick-and-Mortar—Carly Dorfman's Journey Building KIDnection
What happens when a dream career collides with a life-altering diagnosis? In this episode of SLP Full Disclosure, host Michelle welcomes Carly Dorfman, a licensed pediatric speech-language pathologist and the founder of KIDnection, to share how she turned a single client meeting at a park into a thriving pediatric speech therapy and early language development company, all while navigating a breast cancer diagnosis at age thirty-eight.Carly opens up about her path from school and skilled nursing settings into private practice, the courage it took to leave a stable job during the pandemic, and how trusting her instincts helped her build a business rooted in parent education and community. This conversation offers encouragement for any clinician dreaming of entrepreneurship, and a candid look at balancing business ownership, motherhood, and unexpected health challenges.Key Topics CoveredCarly's winding path into speech-language pathology, and how it shaped her clinical philosophyThe realities of working across schools, skilled nursing facilities, and private clinicsWhy pandemic-era flexibility sparked the idea for KIDnectionGrowing from one client in a park to a team-based, brick-and-mortar practiceThe evolution from in-home therapy to caregiver-and-me classesThe importance of parent coaching in early language developmentOvercoming burnout and redefining work-life balance as a business ownerFacing a breast cancer diagnosis at thirty-eight while running a companyChapters00:00—Introduction and meeting Carly00:44—Carly's background and credentials02:53—Her winding path into speech-language pathology08:58—How the pandemic sparked the idea for KIDnection11:07—Building a caseload, one client at a time13:11—From home visits to caregiver-and-me classes18:07—Opening a brick-and-mortar space20:08—Facing a breast cancer diagnosis at thirty-eightResources MentionedKIDnection—Carly's pediatric speech therapy and early language development company, based in Parkland, FloridaAmerican Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)Florida Board of Speech-Language Pathology and AudiologyGuest SpotlightCarly Dorfman is a licensed, certified, and credentialed pediatric speech-language pathologist with over ten years of experience treating children across all developmental levels. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Miami and her Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from Nova Southeastern University. Since 2014, she has held certification from both ASHA and the Florida Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology. Carly has treated pediatric and adult clients in schools, skilled nursing facilities, and private clinics, and now leads KIDnection, the company she founded in 2021 to support early language development through parent coaching and community-based classes. She lives in Parkland, Florida, with her husband and two young children. WIN A TRIP TO ASHA 2026 ON US! Enter to win!The Top-5 Highest Paying States for School & Travel SLPs! Browse School Therapy Jobs & CareersLearn more about the show: SLP Full Disclosure PodcastLevel up your career today! Connect with a recruiter!Support for every step. Learn more about AMN Healthcare's EAP Program. Share the opportunity and refer a friend today! Episode Sponsor:We're proudly sponsor
- 2 weeks ago36 min
ASHA 2026 Insider Guide: How to Navigate the Convention, Avoid the "Wolves," and Land a Travel CFY Contract
Did you know you can travel during your Clinical Fellowship Year? So many speech-language pathologists still believe this is off-limits, and it is simply not true. In this episode, host Michelle welcomes Breana, Associate Brand Manager on the Allied Brand team at AMN Healthcare, for an insider preview of the 2026 ASHA Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana, running November 19-21. Together, they unpack what to expect at the AMN Healthcare booth, how to make the most of your convention schedule, and why this year's theme, "Momentum: Where Vision Meets Action," matters for every SLP, from graduate student to seasoned clinician.Key Topics CoveredDebunking the myth that SLPs cannot travel during their Clinical Fellowship YearA look inside “The Diner” Booth 1638: free snacks and on-site recruitersThe ASHA 2026 theme, "Momentum: Where Vision Meets Action"Keynote speaker Brian CC, a Canadian filmmaker who is hard of hearingAMN Healthcare's clinical mentorship programs and support structureThe $5,000 Care Champion Scholarship for studentsActionable, practical advice for first-time ASHA attendeesChapters00:00—Welcome and guest introduction00:54—Previewing ASHA 2026 in Indianapolis01:48—Looking back: favorite moments from ASHA 2025 in DC09:40—This year's theme: "Momentum: Where Vision Meets Action"10:03—Meet keynote speaker Brian CC11:09—A look at this year's sessions and symposiums14:09—Advice for planning your ASHA schedule15:40—Debunking the CFY travel myth19:08—What to expect at Booth 163824:32—How to talk with a recruiter about your goals29:04—The Care Champion Scholarship32:33—Michelle's top advice for first-time attendees35:16—Where to find a sneak peek before you arriveResources Mentioned ASHA 2026 Convention, Indianapolis, Indiana! November 19-21, 2026 ASHA mobile app for building your session schedule Care Champion Scholarship ($5,000, open to speech-language pathology, physical therapy, occupational therapy, social work, and school psychology students) SLP Full Disclosure Podcast TikTok account for convention sneak peeks: Guest SpotlightMeet our guest, Breana, Associate Brand Manager on the Allied Brand team at AMN Healthcare. Breana builds thoughtful, engaging marketing strategies that support allied healthcare professionals across their career journeys, and she works closely on the SLP Full Disclosure Podcast to bring clinician stories, recruiter perspectives, and helpful resources to life. WIN A TRIP TO ASHA 2026 ON US! Enter to win!The Top-5 Highest Paying States for School & Travel SLPs! Browse School Therapy Jobs & CareersLearn more about the show: SLP Full Disclosure PodcastLevel up your career today! Connect with a recruiter!Support for every step. Learn more about AMN Healthcare's EAP Program. Share the opportunity and refer a friend today! Episode Sponsor:We're proudly sponsored by AMN Healthcare, the leader in he
- 4 weeks ago41 min
Overcoming Your Fear of AI in Speech Therapy with Jennie Belen
Are you an SLP who feels intimidated by artificial intelligence? Wondering whether tools like ChatGPT and Claude have any place in your practice? This week, host Michelle sits down with Jennie Belen, founder of The Latina SLP, to talk candidly about why she stopped fighting AI and started using it to reclaim her time.Jennie shares her journey from writing IEPs by hand to confidently using AI tools for report writing and therapy planning. Together, Michelle and Jennie tackle the ethical questions every clinician should ask before adopting new technology, and they offer a clear starting point for anyone who feels overwhelmed by all the options out there. If you have ever wondered how to bring AI into your practice without compromising your standards or your patients' trust, this conversation will give you the confidence to take that first step.Key Topics CoveredWhy so many SLPs feel hesitant or fearful about using AIHow Jennie uses ChatGPT to refine report language and therapy planningThe importance of using AI ethically, especially around protected health information (PHI)Why starting small with one task is the best way to build confidenceAddressing concerns that AI could replace speech-language pathologistsPractical advice for seasoned clinicians who feel behind on technologyChapters00:00 – Introduction and welcoming Jennie Belen02:25 – Jennie's 29-year journey as a speech-language pathologist05:39 – Why many SLPs are hesitant to embrace AI14:39 – How Jennie started using AI in report writing and therapy planning17:58 – Favorite AI tools and how she applies them daily26:09 – Using AI ethically while protecting patient privacy31:06 – Addressing fears that AI will replace speech-language pathologists36:47 – Advice for SLPs who feel behind on AI adoption40:34 – Closing thoughts and where to find Jennie onlineResources MentionedChatGPTClaudeThe Latina SLP (Jennie's platform for AI tools and time-saving resources)Guest SpotlightJennie Belen is a speech-language pathologist with 29 years of experience supporting diverse pediatric populations in school-based settings. A bilingual Spanish SLP and former clinical fellowship supervisor in New Jersey, Jennie founded The Latina SLP to empower fellow speech-language professionals with AI tools and time-saving resources. Her practical, ethics-first approach has helped clinicians across the country find the confidence to bring new technology into their daily work. Connect with Jennie on Instagram and TikTok as The Latina SLP.Ready to bring more ease into your daily practice? Subscribe to SLP Full Disclosure and share this episode with a colleague who could use a little AI confidence! WIN A TRIP TO ASHA 2026 ON US! Enter to win!The Top-5 Highest Paying States for School & Travel SLPs! Browse School Therapy Jobs & CareersLearn more about the show: SLP Full Disclosure PodcastLevel up your career today! Connect with a recruiter!Support for every step. Learn more about AMN Healthcare's EAP Program. Share the opportunity and refer a friend today! Episode Sponsor:We're proudly sponsored by AMN Healthcare, the leader in healthcare staffing and workforce solutions. Explore their services at AMN Healthcare. Discover job opportunities and manage your assignments with ease using AMN Passport. Download the <a href="https://www.amnhealthcare.com/amnpassport/?utm_source=Spotify&utm_medium=social&utm_c
- Sep 29, 202636 min
Solving the Speech Sound Mystery with Catherine Grizzard
Have you ever wondered why age norms alone cannot tell you if a child needs speech therapy? Are you ready to challenge everything you thought you knew about treatment sequencing?In this episode of SLP Full Disclosure, host Michelle sits down with her friend and school-based SLP Catherine Grizzard to explore the world of articulation and speech sound disorders. With almost 20 years of school-based experience, Catherine brings clarity and confidence to a topic that trips up even seasoned clinicians. Together, they navigate the gray areas of speech sound norms, challenge outdated therapy sequencing, and equip you with the tools to make eligibility and dismissal decisions with conviction.Key Topics DiscussedSpeech Sound Norms: Comparing Sanders (1972) and McLeod and Crowe (2020), and why no single chart should drive your eligibility decisions.The Complexity Approach: Understanding the "waterfall" method of targeting later-developing sounds to unlock earlier sounds for free.Auditory Discrimination: Using minimal pairs to build a child's awareness of their own sound errors.Tongue Tie Controversies: What the latest research says about the connection (or lack thereof) between tongue ties and speech sound production.The Post-Pandemic Rise in Severe Speech Sound Disorders: Exploring how reduced access to visible mouth movement may be shaping outcomes for our youngest learners.Structural vs. Treatable Disorders: Recognizing when a physical difference, not a disorder, is driving a child's speech pattern.Eligibility and Dismissal: Building the confidence to make evidence-based decisions, even when it means saying "we've done all we can."Chapters00:00 – Introduction and catching up with Catherine04:11 – Catherine's journey into school-based speech pathology06:20 – Why articulation feels like solving a mystery08:03 – Comparing speech sound norm charts11:23 – The complexity approach and the "waterfall" analogy16:19 – Building awareness through minimal pairs18:27 – The truth about tongue ties20:17 – The rise of severe speech sound disorders post-pandemic24:26 – Structural limitations versus treatable disorders27:23 – Differences versus disorders in eligibility decisions30:27 – Managing plateaued progress and knowing when to dismiss35:55 – Advice for new SLPs facing complex casesResources MentionedSanders (1972), "When Are Speech Sounds Learned?"McLeod and Crowe (2020), speech sound acquisition normsHolly Storkel (2019), "Using Developmental Norms for Speech Sounds as a Means of Determining Treatment Eligibility in Schools"Kelly Farquharson, complexity approach resourcesTheresa Farnham, complexity approach professional developmentDeborah Beckman's Oral Motor TherapyGuest SpotlightMeet Catherine Grizzard, M.S., CCC-SLP, NBCT, a school-based speech-language pathologist entering her 20th year in the field and owner of Bright Birmingham Speech Therapy. Catherine holds a bachelor's degree from Auburn University and a master's degree from the University of Montevallo, and she earned her National Board Certification in exceptional needs in 2017. Her passion for solving the "mystery" of severe speech sound disorders, paired with her dedication to mentoring the next generation of SLPs, makes her insight a true gift for anyone in the field.Connect with Catherine at brightbirminghamspeechtherapy.com or by email at catherinegrizzard@gmail.com.Ready to sharpen your approach to articulation therapy? Subscribe to SLP Full Disclosure and share this episode with a fellow clinician navigating their own speech sound mysteries! WIN A TRIP TO ASHA 2026 ON US! Enter to win!The Top-5 Highest Paying States for School & Travel SLPs! Browse School Therapy Jobs & CareersLearn more about the show: SLP Full Disclosure PodcastLevel up your career today! <a href="https://www.amnhealthcare
- Sep 15, 202635 min
From New Grad to 11 Contracts In—Claudia Jones on Building a Life Through Travel Therapy
What if the career path you were told to avoid turned out to be the best decision you ever made?In this episode of SLP Full Disclosure, host Michelle sits down with Claudia Jones, a travel occupational therapist with AMN Healthcare and 11 contracts under her belt. Claudia shares how she went from a new grad who was warned away from travel therapy to a passionate advocate helping the next generation of clinicians take that first leap. From building unexpected friendships to growing as a clinician in a small Oregon hospital—the only OT on staff across three settings—her story is equal parts inspiring and practical.Key Topics Discussed:Overcoming the stigma around new grad travel contracts and what has changedAMN's new grad mentorship program and clinical support teamThe recruiter relationship and why it can make or break your experienceClaudia's Oregon contract: handling three settings solo and thrivingStrategies for staying connected with family and friends while on assignmentMeeting lifelong friends on the road, including one via InstagramWorking with Jill Pantle on AMN's University and Alumni Outreach ProgramWhy travel therapy is a low-risk way to explore settings, locations, and your own strengthsChapters:00:00—Introduction and meet Claudia Jones01:30—Why new grads hesitate and how mentorship has changed the conversation03:40—The recruiter relationship: finding your person at AMN06:00—Claudia's journey: from Pennsylvania to 11 contracts nationwide10:45—The Oregon contract: three settings, one OT, one unforgettable experience13:20—Staying connected: family visits, trips home, and a best friend from Instagram20:20—Working with Jill Panto and the AMN University and Alumni Program25:35—Dispelling the myths around travel therapy for new grads31:30—Final advice: "What's the worst that can happen? Anybody can do anything for three months."Meet Claudia JonesMeet Claudia Jones, a travel occupational therapist, who has completed 11 contracts across South Carolina, Oregon, Indiana, and Florida. Claudia started her travel career straight out of school—despite being told not to—and has since become a mentor and advocate for new grads considering the same path. Passionate about building connection, embracing flexibility, and growing clinically through every assignment, Claudia works with AMN's University and Alumni Program to bring honest, firsthand guidance to students before they ever sign their first contract.Ready to take that first step toward your travel therapy career? Subscribe to SLP Full Disclosure and share this episode with a new grad who needs to hear it.Follow Claudia on TikTok WIN A TRIP TO ASHA 2026 ON US! Enter to win!The Top-5 Highest Paying States for School & Travel SLPs! Browse School Therapy Jobs & CareersLearn more about the show: SLP Full Disclosure PodcastLevel up your career today! Connect with a recruiter!Support for every step. Learn more about AMN Healthcare's EAP Program. Share the opportunity and refer a friend today! Episode Sponsor:We're proudly sponsored by AMN Healthcare, the leader in healthcare staffing and workforce solutions. Explore their services at AMN Healthcare. Discover job opportunities and manage your assignments with ease using AMN Passport. Download the <a href="https://www.amnhealthcare.com/amnpassport/?utm_source=Spotify&a
- Sep 1, 202625 min
Erin Weiner on Autizan: How AI Extends Speech Therapy
After nearly two decades of working in pragmatics and social communication, Erin Weiner noticed something shifting. Her clients were no longer engaged by traditional curricula. They were online, motivated by media and games—and she was only seeing them for one hour a week. So she did something unconventional: she built a solution. Autizan is an AI-powered platform that meets neurodivergent individuals where they are. Through an AI Chat Buddy avatar, interest-based conversations, and a guided Minecraft-based social world, users practice communication skills in a low-pressure, non-judgmental environment while SLPs and families track progress through a back-end dashboard. The platform is designed not to replace therapy, but to extend it. This episode is packed with real success stories, practical guidance for SLPs and families, and a frank conversation about what it means to bring AI into ethical, effective clinical practice. Follow SLP Full Disclosure on Instagram at @AMN_Ally for show updates and SLP opportunities. Key Takeaways Interest-Based Learning Works: When the platform meets users where they are, whether that's Sonic the Hedgehog, Minecraft, or ice cream, engagement follows naturally, and goals are woven into the conversation without the user even realizing it. AI Bridges the Gap Between Sessions: Autizan gives clients a place to turn when situations arise between therapy appointments, helping prevent regression and reducing the need for crisis intervention. The AI Chat Buddy Avatar Supports All Ages: Users eight and up who can read at approximately a third-grade level can interact with the avatar. Speaking is not required, making it accessible to a wide range of communicators. Minecraft as a Social Skills Lab: The platform's guided Minecraft world lets users practice real-world skills like teamwork, negotiation, and handling unexpected change in a safe, structured environment where four of the five characters are neurodivergent. Self-Regulation Benefits Were Unexpected: Multiple teachers and parents reported that Autizan helped with emotional regulation, not just communication goals—a discovery Erin hadn't originally anticipated. The Dashboard Gives SLPs Actionable Data: The back-end portal lets professionals and parents review session transcripts, monitor goal progress, and track usage—all exportable for IEP meetings and documentation. AI Complements SLPs—It Doesn't Replace Them: Erin is clear that Autizan is a tool, not a therapist. The human connection remains irreplaceable; AI simply extends the reach and frequency of meaningful practice. Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction: Host Michelle Gage welcomes Erin Weiner and shares her full bio 01:55 – Erin's clinical journey: noticing the shift in client engagement and identifying key pain points 03:34 – The "why" behind Autizan: limited session time, real-time needs, and the role of AI 05:12 – How Autizan was built: starting with pain points, hiring developers, and leaning on mentors 06:19 – What Autizan is: an AI-powered, interest-based social communication platform 07:06 – How SLPs use Autizan: school groups, IEP goals, no prep required 08:20 – The AI Chat Buddy avatar: what a session looks like and how goals are embedded 09:18 – Home use and carryover: parents putting goals into the platform and seeing results 10:19 – The Minecraft component: rebuilding a village, learning teamwork, and the neurodivergent-majority world 11:33 – How Autizan works within Minecraft (without selling the game) 11:57 – Platform access: web-based, available on phones, iPads, and computers 12:41 – Age ranges and accessibility: who benefits most from the avatar vs. the Minecraft component 13:15 – School-based feedback: teacher responses, token limits, and session make-ups 14:08 – The back-end dashboard: transcripts, goal tracking, and documentation for IEPs 15:06 – Success story: the child in meltdown who connected with the "Autizan woman" 15:52 – Self-regulation outcomes: an unexpected but significant benefit reported by teachers 16:29 – Success story: the young adult with a job who used Autizan during an unexpected workplace closure 17:03 – How AI is changing speech pathology, and why it won't replac
- Aug 18, 202642 min
How AI Is Eliminating Paperwork Burnout for SLPs with Izzy Montano
Izzy Montano's path to speech-language pathology started in the deaf community of San Diego, wound through the U.S. Navy's intelligence division, and eventually landed him in a school district managing a caseload of over 100 students. Somewhere in the middle of all that, he taught himself to code and built SLP AI Tools, a platform designed specifically to eliminate the administrative burnout that plagues so many clinicians. In this conversation, Izzy and Michelle unpack what AI actually is (and isn't), why paperwork can never love you back, and how shifting the cognitive load from writing to editing can restore the human connection at the heart of the profession. Izzy also gives a candid look at the propaganda on both sides of the AI debate, explains why a Business Associate Agreement (BAA) is non-negotiable before using any AI platform, and reminds every listener—new grad and 30-year veteran alike—that AI is a tool to amplify clinical expertise, not replace it. Whether you are drowning in IEP paperwork, just starting your career journey, or somewhere in between, this episode will change how you think about AI in your practice. Key Takeaways AI simulates output—it never simulates origin. Human clinical judgment, creativity, and decision-making cannot be replicated. AI produces a first draft; the SLP shapes the final product. Editing is faster than starting from zero. Shifting the cognitive load from generation to editing dramatically reduces documentation time, leaving more bandwidth for direct client care. A Business Associate Agreement (BAA) is non-negotiable. Before using any AI platform with patient or student information, confirm that a BAA is in place to ensure HIPAA compliance. Graduate students can access AI Praxis Prep for free. A 30-day free trial is available for students preparing for the Praxis exam, with the ability to focus on specific topic and subtopic areas. Chapters and Timestamps 00:00:00—Introduction and Welcome: Michelle introduces Izzy Montano and his background as a Navy veteran, school-based SLP, and founder of SLP AI Tools 00:02:24—Izzy's Journey: From San Diego's deaf community and American Sign Language to speech-language pathology and the U.S. Navy 00:03:51—From Teletherapy to AI: How Izzy's private practice teletherapy experience sparked his interest in coding and building AI tools for SLPs 00:07:53—Building SLP AI Tools: How Izzy coded the platform himself using AI, starting with a Chrome extension concept and scaling to a full web application and iOS app 00:09:47—The AI Debate: A balanced look at the propaganda on both sides of the AI conversation, drawing on Izzy's background in Naval Intelligence 00:13:48—AI as an Output Simulator: Izzy's foundational principle—AI can simulate output but can never simulate origin—and what that means for SLP practice 00:15:26—Paperwork Can Never Love You Back: Why reducing documentation time is ultimately about returning focus to patients, families, and clinical outcomes 00:17:56—The Editing Advantage: Why the editing phase of the literary process matters more than the writing phase, and how AI accelerates the path to a polished clinical document 00:20:30—The SOAP Note Tool: How the tool generates fresh, session-specific SOAP notes from live dictation, including full support for group sessions 00:22:42—The Evaluation Sidekick: Apple Watch wireless mic integration, customizable templates, and hands-free first-draft evaluation reports 00:25:07—Language Sample Analysis Tool: Automated transcription and analysis that calculates MLU, TTR, C-units, percent grammatical utterances, and more—in collaboration with CMU Case 00:29:21—The Caseload Calendar: How the logic-based scheduling tool generates multiple caseload schedule options within a single day, with a patent pending 00:32:17—AI Praxis Prep: Praxis preparation aligned to ETS guidelines, with topic-specific customization and a free 30-day trial for graduate students 00:34:01—SLP Chat: A speech-language pathology-specific AI tool for creating therapy materials, custom games, and parent-friendly resources 00:35:19—Staying Current with AI: How Izzy keeps pace with a rapidly evolving technology landscape and what he wants to learn from the broader SLP community 00:37:34—ASHA Indianapolis: Izzy's booth at the ASHA Convention—directly across from AMN Healthcare <st
- Aug 4, 202630 min
Voice Therapy with Maurice Goodwin
Welcome back to another episode of the SLP Full Disclosure podcast. In Episode 144, host Michelle sits down with Maurice Goodwin, a licensed speech-language pathologist and voice teacher based in Houston, Texas. Maurice is the founder of Goodwin Voice and Speech, adjunct faculty at Lamar University and Marymount University, and a specialist in voice and upper airway disorders. Together, they pull back the curtain on a subspecialty that many SLPs rarely encounter—and explain why that needs to change. Maurice shares his unique path into speech pathology—from vocal performance and music in undergrad to becoming a voice specialist who works with professional singers, performers, and medical patients alike. The conversation covers the full spectrum of voice disorders, diagnostic tools (many of them free), therapy approaches for pediatric and adult clients, and the critical importance of medical collaboration. Michelle also opens up about her own post-surgical voice experience, making for a candid and relatable discussion. Whether you're a new grad, a school-based SLP who has never seen a voice referral, or a seasoned clinician curious about expanding your scope, this episode delivers practical insight and genuine encouragement. Key Takeaways Voice Is a Broader Scope Than Most SLPs Realize: Voice disorders range from nodules and muscle tension dysphonia to neurologic conditions like spasmodic dysphonia, head and neck cancer, and post-surgical dysphonia. Hospital-based clinics manage the most medically complex cases, but community-based and school SLPs have real opportunities for early impact. Free Tools Exist for Voice Diagnostics: The CAPE-V, the GRBAS scale, pediatric patient-reported outcome measures, and Praat acoustic analysis software are all accessible and implementable without expensive equipment. Move Away from "Stop It" Therapy: Rather than telling clients what not to do, effective voice therapy focuses on active skill-building—using play-based activities, shaping voice behavior in real contexts, and teaching healthy voice use. Voice Therapy Is Not Harmful, but It Can Be Unhelpful: Without complete diagnostics or a clear understanding of the etiology, therapy may not produce results. Good diagnostics and medical collaboration are key to ensuring intervention is targeted and effective. SLPs Are Professional Voice Users Too: Using your voice for eight to 10 hours a day in clinical and social settings adds up. Awareness, balance, and rest are foundational to vocal health for clinicians themselves. The Research Is Positive: Evidence supports that when SLPs are involved—whether through indirect hygiene-based approaches or direct voice exercises—clients improve. The data is encouraging. Timestamps 00:00:00 – Introduction: Michelle welcomes Maurice Goodwin and shares his background 00:02:11 – Maurice's origin story: from vocal performer to speech-language pathologist 00:03:39 – Inside a hospital-based voice clinic: what clients and diagnoses look like 00:06:08 – What therapy looks like for medical voice patients vs. professional performers 00:08:35 – Diagnostics in the school setting: free tools and accessible resources 00:12:44 – What voice therapy looks like for pediatric clients 00:14:44 – The problem with "stop it" therapy and why active therapy wins 00:15:39 – Unpacking the statement: "Voice therapy is not harmful, but may not be helpful" 00:17:10 – The medical diagnosis gap: why laryngeal imaging matters 00:18:27 – Michelle's personal experience with post-surgical dysphonia 00:22:42 – Vocal health for SLPs: voice fatigue, balance, and knowing when to rest 00:25:17 – ASHA resources, perspectives, and the practice portal for voice disorders 00:27:37 – Advice for new grads and early-career SLPs interested in voice Resources Mentioned CAPE-V (Consensus Auditory-Perceptual Evaluation of Voice) – Free auditory-perceptual rating scale for documenting voice quality https://www.asha.org/form/cape-v/ GRBAS Scale – Rates voice characteristics including roughness, breathiness, weakness, and strain https://nyvoice.org/forms/Pediatric%20Voice%20Handicap%20Ind
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