Season 1
Episodes
[Quick Tip] How I Became the Most Effective SLP for Autistic Kids (& a Special Invitation for You!)
Today we're talking about the core pillars of being the most effective, neurodiversity affirming SLP. There's so much to know...where should we start?! I'm sharing exactly what accelerated my transformation as a...
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[Quick Tip] When Kids Come Off "Rude"
Recently someone ask a question in an online group to help one of her students who was coming off "aggressive" or "rude" because of the way he was talking to others. She wanted to know if it was neurodiversity...
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Ep. 84 Let's Talk About PECS
PECS is often an AAC system that's recommended for Autistic kids. But is it neurodiversity affirming? On this episode of Making the Shift, we talk about what PECS is, how it works, and what we need to consider when...
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[Quick Tip] How to Embrace Special Interests & See More Progress
So often, kids are shut down when talking about their special interests. But what if we embraced them instead? Here's a heartwarming story about a 7 year old I worked with and how I embraced his passion, which led to...
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[Quick Tip] The Autistic Perspective that Will Change Your Life
Today I'm sharing one of the most powerful and hardest things you will ever hear - an excerpt from the famous article written by Autistic advocate Jim Sinclair in 1993. This changed my life and I hope it will bring...
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[Quick Tip] Three Tips for Using AAC in Your Sensory-Based Sessions
Using AAC in a sensory-based sessions can feel tough if you're not an octopus...but I will tell you there are ways to make it easy and successful! Today I'm sharing 3 ways you can use AAC in your sessions, even if you...
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[Quick Tip] Do All Autistic Kids Need Therapy?
Hot topic here...does an autism diagnosis automatically mean a child needs therapy? Here's my (maybe unique) opinion on the matter P.S. If you are a parent struggling to find neurodiversity affirming care, make sure...
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Ep. 83 How We Started Our Private Practices at 26 Years Old ft. Jena Castro Casbon
A few weeks ago I posted about how I started my private practice right after my CF, and so many of you said HOW? TELL ME YOUR WAYS! And that's exactly what we're doing on this episode.
I've invited my good friend Jena...
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[Quick Tip] Why Do Autistic Kids Fall Through the Cracks on Speech & Language Screenings?
I had an interesting experience at a recent preschool screening, where had I just followed "the standard screening procedure", I would have missed referring this child for a developmental evaluation. Today I'm walking...
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[Quick Tip] How to Help Autistic Toddlers Through Tough Times & Big Emotions
How do you help Autistic toddlers when they're having a tough time...for example when you tell them "no"...which results in hitting and scratching?! I saw this question pop up in a large online group & wanted to...
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[Quick Tip] My Step-By-Step Process for Preschool Screenings
I have been doing preschool screenings for over 10 years, and in this episode I am sharing with you my exact step-by-step process. Screenings can be overwhelming and intimidating because it is a lot more work than...
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[Quick Tip] AAC Doesn't Hinder Speech & Language Development
Busting one of my favorite myths today! Great news - AAC does not hinder speech and language development...it actually promotes it! This is a great short mini episode to share with anyone who wants to learn more.
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