Speech with Lisa

  What would you do differently today if you knew your dreams were coming true tonight? ✨ I wrote this song after taking a course on supporting individuals who stutter. One of the most powerful steps in speech therapy—and in life—is learning to look past immediate obstacles, hold space for a bright future, and step into the mindset of the person you are becoming. When we picture our deepest hopes actually coming to fruition, it changes how we show up today. Would we dig a little deeper? Speak with a little more courage? Dream a little bigger? I hope this short piece serves as a gentle nudge to align your actions today with the future you’re building. 💛 🎶 Listen to the song and let me know in the comments: What is one small thing you’d do differently today? #Songwriting #Inspiration #SpeechTherapy #MindsetShift #DreamBig #OriginalMusic #EnvisionYourFuture

Music has a unique way of carrying history straight to the heart. As we approach a massive milestone in our nation's story—the 250th anniversary of the United States—I found myself reflecting on the incredible journey that brought us here. That reflection turned into inspiration, and today, I am thrilled to share my latest original song: "A Nation Proud and Strong." This piece is a musical journey through the defining moments of America's birth, honoring the profound sacrifices of the early patriots and the careful, deliberate debates that shaped our Constitution. It is a tribute to our past, but it is also an invitation for all of us today to keep giving our best to build a bright future. 🎶 The Story Behind the Lyrics When writing this song, I wanted the lyrics to be both accessible and meaningful, making it easy for young minds to connect with deep historical concepts like the three branches of government and the concept of a "quarter of a millennium." He...

 We live in a world that moves incredibly fast. Between managing our busy schedules, keeping up with daily responsibilities, and navigating the constant stream of news on our screens, it’s easy to feel a little disconnected from the bigger picture. We often look for ways to anchor ourselves back to what really matters: connection, unity, and a shared sense of purpose. Lately, I’ve been channeling these reflections into a creative project. I sat down and wrote a short, simple patriotic song called "Land of Liberty." While it’s a brief piece, music has a beautiful way of taking big, complex ideas and turning them into heartfelt truths we can all relate to. More Than Just a Symbol When we look at our flag, we see a symbol of our history and a representation of our country. But symbols are only as strong as the people who stand beneath them. The true strength of any neighborhood, town, or nation isn't found in a piece of fabric—it’s found in our daily choice to show up for on...

  🧠 New Research Alert for Medical SLPs and ICU Teams 🗣️ If you work with recently extubated patients, the Yale Swallow Protocol might display suboptimal sensitivity and specificity for detecting aspiration. This recent study by Marvin, Thibeault, and Ehlenbach explores the sensitivity and specificity of the protocol in identifying aspiration risk right after extubation—critical information for speech-language pathologists and interdisciplinary care teams. 📌 Key takeaways: ✅ Efficient, bedside-friendly protocol ✅ Strong performance in high-risk patients ✅ Supports safer decision-making post-extubation A valuable read for anyone supporting medically complex populations or refining their dysphagia screening procedures. #MedicalSLP #DysphagiaManagement #ICUCare #YaleSwallowProtocol #SpeechLanguagePathology #InterdisciplinaryCare #EvidenceBasedPractice #SLPResearch -post generated with assistance from AI-

  🌟 Helping Kids Find Their Voice 🌟 This week, I read a little about working with children who stutter and how they often feel anxious about speaking—especially when called on in class. Simple but powerful ideas from cognitive behavioral treatment (CBT) to help! Instead of just avoiding the scary speaking moments, we gently explored the thoughts behind the anxiety—like “Everyone will laugh at me” or “I’ll mess up and sound weird.” Together, we practice replacing those thoughts with more helpful ones: ✨ “Everyone messes up sometimes, and that’s okay.” ✨ “I can take my time—I’m doing something brave.” We pair that with small, safe speaking challenges to help build confidence step by step. The best part? By the end of the session, the child can say, “I’m proud of myself. I didn’t hide.” Speech therapy is about so much more than sounds—it’s about courage, growth, and helping kids believe in their ability to communicate with the world. 💬 Have you ever tried challenging your anxio...

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