Hallie discusses giving your students a say in what they do in speech therapy.On this episode of SLP Coffee Talk, Hallie Sherman explores the importance of giving older speech students a SAY in their sessions. Sharing personal insights and strategies from her career, Hallie explains how empowering students can lead to a more engaging and motivating learning environment. From offering flexible seating and allowing students to choose their learning tools to discussing individualized goals, she ...

Hallie discusses why you should get rid of the prize bin and how to motivate your students.On this episode of SLP Coffee Talk, Hallie Sherman discusses her shift from using reward systems to fostering intrinsic motivation among her students. She shares early experiences with gumball machines and speech dollars, which led to unintended issues like competition and even stealing. Realizing the limitations of extrinsic rewards, Hallie emphasizes the value of helping students find personal meaning...

Hallie is joined by Ashley Cubberly and Eddie Brown from Brown Cub Speech to discuss how to navigate conversations in stuttering therapy.On this episode of SLP Coffee Talk, Hallie interviews Ashley and Eddie from Brown Cub Speech, a dynamic speech-language pathology team focused on stuttering therapy. Ashley, a pediatric SLP based in Kentucky, discusses her journey in working with children who stutter and her efforts in leading support groups and providing professional education. Eddie, a PhD...

Hallie and her guest Alexia Bassin discuss AAC and high school studentsIn this episode, we’re thrilled to welcome Alexia Bassin, a seasoned speech-language pathologist with 15 years of experience in the NYC Public Schools! With a passion for empowering fellow SLPs, Alexia shares her journey working in special education and her expertise in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC). From her role as an assistive technology evaluator to creating 'AAC Corner,' a series of bite-sized video...

In this episode of SLP Coffee Talk, Dr. Angelyn Franks, an experienced speech-language pathologist (SLP) and recent clinical doctorate graduate, joins Hallie Sherman to discuss overcoming burnout in the SLP profession. With 14 years in the field, Dr. Angelyn has made it her mission to help SLPs prevent burnout and achieve a sustainable work-life balance. Dr. Angelyn also shares her personal journey, including her own experience with burnout and how adopting mindfulness helped her regain her p...

Hallie is joined by Mindy Hudon & Rachelle Mauer from Achieve Speech & Language Services, LLC. They are changing the way SLPs service speech sound disorders in the schools.In this episode of SLP Coffee Talk, Hallie Sherman welcomes Mindy Hudon and Rachelle Mauer, co-owners of Achieve Speech and Language Services and the creators of Snappy Speech. This research-based speech sound intervention program is designed to help school-based SLPs work more efficiently by reducing high caseloads...

In this episode, Hallie shares creative and fun strategies to engage older students (grades 4-12) in articulation therapy. These students have been through years of speech therapy, and it's time to shake things up! From podcast creation to role-playing games, Hallie breaks down five easy-to-implement activities that will keep students motivated and make articulation practice exciting again. Tune in to discover how to make speech therapy both relevant and enjoyable!Bullet Points to Discuss:Pod...

Meet Michelle, Risa, and Stephanie—the dynamic trio behind NYC Speechies! These passionate SLPs saw a gap in the market for middle and high school speech and language resources on TPT and decided to fill it. What started as a plan to create enough materials for just one school year has grown into an impressive collection of over 400 resources by 2024. NYC Speechies love nothing more than connecting with fellow SLPs and educators, helping them navigate the world of speech and language for olde...

Get ready for another exciting brew of SLP Coffee Talk! This week, Hallie sits down with Marsha Pinto, a proud introverted SLP, who’s here to prove that being a quiet professional is nothing short of a superpower. Marsha, a speech therapist with the San Jose Unified School District in Northern California, primarily works with autistic students, as well as those with selective mutism and apraxia. She’s a familiar face on local news stations, where she shares her expertise on pediatric speech a...

Hallie talks about one of her favorite topics: The Scarborough Reading Rope and SLPs. We aren't reading teachers but language is the foundation for reading.In this exciting episode of SLP Coffee Talk, we dive into the magic of helping older students become strong readers. Hallie breaks down how SLPs can use the Scarborough Reading Rope to untangle language comprehension and decoding challenges. Get ready for practical tips on boosting background knowledge, expanding vocabulary, and decoding t...

This week, Hallie is bringing the back-to-school energy with special guest Lacee! They're covering all the essentials, from understanding IEP basics and setting achievable goals to surviving—and thriving—in your first year as a school-based SLP. Lacee shares her own experiences, including mistakes she’s made so you can avoid them. Whether you're new to the field or a seasoned expert, prepare to soak up some valuable insights! 💡 Lacee, an ASHA-certified speech-language pathologist, is in her 1...

In this episode of SLP Coffee Talk, I reveal the secrets to creating a safe and supportive environment for older speech students, offering actionable strategies and insights. Learn how to boost engagement, confidence and learning outcomes by addressing common mistakes like overemphasizing correctness and neglecting personalization. Discover practical techniques for fostering a community-centric speech environment, promoting self-advocacy and incorporating relaxation methods. Tune in for a ble...

In this episode of SLP Coffee Talk, we chat with Elise Mitchell, the founder of the Therapy Support Network, who shares her journey from burnout to thriving as an independent contractor. Elise, who graduated from Missouri State University in 2013 with an M.S. CCC-SLP, initially spent six years working for virtual staffing companies. She took on various roles, including an SLP, school salesperson, and manager. However, after years of managing virtual services and dealing with provider man...

In this episode of SLP Coffee Talk, we are joined by Stephanie Sweigart from Golden State of Mind, a renowned expert in mindfulness and compassion-based practices within the realm of special education. Stephanie brings her wealth of experience as a certified Teacher of Mindfulness Meditation and a seasoned Speech-Language Pathologist. As a featured presenter at the 2023 American Speech-Language-Hearing Association’s national convention, she is also the founder of Golden State Speech Pathology...

In this episode, we are joined by Melanie Y. Evans (M.S. CCC-SLP, she/her/ella), a Spanish-bilingual pediatric speech-language pathologist dedicated to bridging gaps in speech-language pathology, education, and society. As the thought leader and CEO of Pediatric Speech Sister, Melanie equips SLPs with cultural competency tools through her online network. She fosters inclusivity by hosting live interviews with experts from multicultural communities, promoting cultural responsiveness in healthc...

Hey, there SLPs! In this episode, we have Brianna Guild – a private practice Speech-Language Pathologist in Ontario, Canada, providing virtual speech therapy focusing on literacy, language, and articulation. She created SLP Literacy Corner, sharing literacy resources and ideas for busy educators.Join us as Brianna discusses creating effective writing goals, utilizing graphic organizers, and seamlessly integrating oral and written language skills. Plus, get her recommendations for animated sho...

In this episode of the SLP Coffee Talk, Hallie shares her journey from being a resource-hoarding speech-language pathologist (SLP) to becoming an organized and efficient professional. Ever felt overwhelmed by clutter and endless planning? Well, Hallie offers actionable strategies to streamline your approach and make your sessions more focused and productive, whether you’re managing large caseloads or working with older students.. Discover versatile tools like the Colossal Questions YouTube ch...

In this super fun episode of the SLP Coffee Talk, Hallie sat down with Kendra T. Hallison, a licensed speech-language pathologist (SLP), who owns Speechology Communication Services PLLC in Charlotte, NC. With nearly 20 years of experience, she specializes in school and care facility settings, early intervention, and efficient work strategies. Her interests include mindfulness, healthy boundaries, sensory preferences, and behavior. Also known as Kendra T. the SLP, shared her journey in the fie...

Hey, there SLPs! In this episode, we delve into the world of executive functioning with expert Sarah Ward, M.S., CCC/SLP. With over 25 years of experience treating executive dysfunction, she is an internationally recognized expert on executive function and presents seminars on the programs and strategies she has developed with her Co-Director Kristen Jacobsen. Their 360 Thinking Executive Function Program received the Innovative Promising Practices Award from the National Organization CHADD. ...

Hey, there SLPs! In this episode, we talk with Robert (Bob) McKinney, a seasoned school-based speech-language pathologist with almost two decades of experience in secondary education. In this episode, Bob talks about how he went from being an ESL teacher all over the world to becoming a well-known SLP in one of the biggest all-secondary school districts in the nation! His distinct experience and deep involvement in the California Speech Language Hearing Association offer insightful perspectiv...

In this episode of the SLP Coffee Talk, we’ll dive into the world of practical and relevant professional development for all you amazing speech-language pathologists (SLPs) out there! Get ready to hear all about the awesome perks of attending the virtual Speech Retreat conference —think fresh strategies, new skills, and tons of practical ideas to jazz up your work with students. We’ll also talk about my adventures in professional development and how the Speech Retreat has been a total ga...

In this episode, we’ll talk about my personal journey and the valuable lessons I learned when I first started working with older speech students. From understanding the pivotal role of language comprehension in reading success to the game-changing power of building genuine rapport, join me as I share my secrets to successfully working with older speech students and revolutionizing your approach with the knowledge I wish I had from the start.Here’s what we learned:Using materials that ma...

Matt Eicheldinger has been teaching middle school language arts for the past fifteen years where he’s become known for his storytelling method of teaching.Hey there, SLPs! Get ready to be swept away by the tale of a middle school teacher turned New York Times bestselling author, Matt Eicheldinger! Matt shared his journey from the chalkboard to the book charts with his middle grade novel, "Matt Sprouts and the Curse of Ten Broken Toes." Matt's courageous leap from teaching to full-time w...

Hi, fellow SLPs! In today’s episode, Hallie welcomes Mel Abraham, a CPA by education, entrepreneur, financial expert/advisor to businesses and individuals and an author of an upcoming book titled Building Your Money Machine: How to Get Your Money to Work Harder for You Than You Did for It. Together, we explore strategies for financial wellness and wealth building tailored specifically for Speech Language Pathologists (SLPs). Gain practical advice on managing debt, making smart investmen...