I’ve owned a speech therapy clinic for over 11 years and what I’ve learned from my clients and their families is that parenting a disabled or neurodivergent child isn’t just a “full-time job.” 

It’s a never-ending balancing act between therapies, doctor appointments, meltdowns, insurance calls, and...

I know, I know. The internet’s been screaming about how “AI is taking over the world.”

But let’s be real – AI isn’t replacing SLPs.

It’s replacing paperwork.

And honestly? That’s probably your least favorite part of the job anyway. 😉

When we use AI tools the right way, we don’t lose human connec...

What if the words we’ve been trying to quiet… are actually the ones we need to hear most?

If you’ve ever sat across from a child who repeats movie quotes all session long and thought, “What am I supposed to do with this?”... I get it. Because I’ve been there too.

But one child completely changed t...

Halloween is such a fun time for kids: costumes, candy, and themed games! But all that excitement can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially for children with sensory needs. 

That’s why planning sensory-friendly activities is key to keeping kids regulated, engaged, and having fun.

Here’s a sneak ...

I read a statistic this week that stopped me in my tracks:

“Only 15% of autistic preschoolers receive early intervention before age 2.”

Fifteen percent.

As SLPs, we know how critical it is to not just “wait and see.” Early intervention changes everything. 

It boosts communication skills, reduces...