Paola Alvarez Ruiz Discusses Telepractice Services Across Time Zones

Hello, Telepractice Today listeners! Kim and I want to extend a heartfelt thank you for joining us each week and being such a fantastic part of the Telepractice Today community. Since launching the podcast back in May of 2020…right at the beginning of the COVID pandemic…., we’ve been honored to bring you weekly episodes dedicated to the latest in telepractice news, tips, and, of course, our in-depth interviews with professionals across Speech-Language Pathology, education, and allied health.  Well, we have some exciting plans in the works, so we’re taking a short break. We’ll be on hiatus for the next two months through November and December, but don’t worry—we’ll be back in early January with brand-new episodes and some surprises we can’t wait to share with you. This little break will allow us to recharge and bring you even more inspiring content in the new year. Thank you again for your support, your enthusiasm, and for being part of the Telepractice Today family. Kim and I hope to see you at the ASHA Convention in Seattle the first week of December.  If we don’t see you there, we wish you the happiest of holidays, and we’ll be back with those new episodes in early January. Thank you again for listening and being such strong supporters of the podcast! __________________ You can listen to this episode wherever you stream podcasts and at www.3cdigitalmedianetwork.com/telepractice-today-podcast  

Amity Cooper is a seasoned entrepreneur, trained mental health professional, and entrepreneurial coach. For over 20 years, Amity has run a variety of businesses, from designing handbags to making and manufacturing gourmet chocolates, which has given her the knowledge and experience to help others start and run their own businesses. Now, as a trained therapist, equine-assisted psychotherapist, and Lifebook facilitator, she is focused on empowering other mental and behavioral health professionals to serve their clients without burning themselves out by becoming what she calls “therapreneurs.” She does this through her professional development company Clinical Career Collective (C3) and her Do This First 7-Day Bootcamp by not only teaching therapreneurs how to run their own businesses, but also how to embrace new, emerging technology in this post-pandemic world so they can better help the people they serve. Amity hosted the virtual event Virtually Unlimited… The Healing Entrepreneurship Summit (with Mike Michalowicz as the keynote speaker) where she and other professionals spoke about the advantages of adapting new technologies for a modern mental health practice. A lover of travel, Amity splits her time between Denver, Colorado and San Diego, California with her husband, two kids, two horses, and their English Shepherd, Beau. ________________________ You can listen to this episode wherever you stream podcasts and at www.3cdigitalmedianetwork.com/telepractice-today-podcast

AC Goldberg (he/him) is a physically disabled intersex/transgender DEIB consultant, Professor and Speech/Language Pathologist whose mission is to cultivate affirming spaces for people of all neurotypes, races, genders, ages, religions, ethnicities, cultural backgrounds and abilities. He started his career in hospitals, where he faced significant employment discrimination, shaping much of the work he does today. AC’s clinical and educational approaches center around empathy, humanity and intersectional cultural responsiveness. He delivers high impact keynote speeches, facilitates transformative workshops and provides consulting around strategic initiatives and policy. His continuing education nonprofit, The CREDIT Institute, is dedicated to advancing equity in educational and healthcare settings. AC is one of the world's top recognized experts in gender-affirming voice care. He is the 2022 recipient of the American Speech Language Hearing Association’s (ASHA) Outstanding Service Award. If you’d like to get to know him, he's @transplaining and @CREDITsInstitute on Instagram. ______________________ You can listen to this episode wherever you stream podcasts and at www.3cdigitalmedianetwork.com/telepractice-today-podcast If you are a content creator and want to share your ideas, knowledge, and skills, consider working with the 3C Digital Media Network. We are seeking new webinars, courses, blogs, and podcasts. To learn more, please contact Todd Houston, Founding Partner & CEO, at [email protected]. You also can schedule a time to chat at https://calendly.com/ktodd-houston/60min

My name is Stacey Mueller, and I have been in Education for 13-years and have taught in a few states and within various Special Education programs. I entered the Education world when moving with the Military proved to be difficult in the career world. I came to the realization while living in Germany that I needed a career that I could essentially move with me. I had always worked with children in some way, Learning Centers, Daycares, babysitting, etc. so why not become a teacher? Now that my husband has retired from the Military, we are in our forever home, our forever state, Alaska. We have three children, one who is in college, one in high school, and one in middle school. I'm currently a RISE (Reaching Independence through Structured Environments) teacher and have been for 5-years now in the Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District in Wasilla, Alaska. Within my classroom, we use multiple modes of communication (modified ASL, pictures/visuals, tactiles, AAC, gestures, vocalizations). We, the RISE team, seek communication from all our students along with Julia LaHue (SLP), who teaches/supports Language and Communication through a remote/teletherapy platform. My name is Julia LaHue. I am a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) for the Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District (MSBSD). I have been an SLP for 13 years, and an SLP-A for 6 years. I have worked remotely for a total of 6 years, in person for the rest of the time. I have worked in home health, skilled nursing, rehabilitation centers, clinics, etc. I got my Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Houston and my Master’s Degree from Western Kentucky University. I have had the immense pleasure to work with Stacey Mueller and her team for the last 5 years. We have worked to help our students develop multiple means of communicating, to grow and adapt with them. ______________________ You can listen to this episode wherever you stream podcasts and at www.3cdigitalmedianetwork.com/telepractice-today-podcast ______________________ Feeling burned out? Struggling with imposter syndrome or negative thoughts? Sunburst Coaching & Consulting is here for you. Specializing in supporting speech-language pathologists, we help you overcome burnout, break through limiting beliefs, and cultivate a thriving mindset. Our coaching programs are designed to help you regain balance, reconnect with your passion, and realize your true worth. It’s time to prioritize you and start thriving. Ready to take the first step? Book a discovery call today by emailing K. Todd Houston at [email protected]. Let's create the change you deserve!

Kim Dutro Allen graduated with a master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Utah State University. She is a licensed speech-language pathologist in Utah, Idaho, and California and has been certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) since 2011. During graduate school, she participated in the Graduate Studies Program in Listening and Spoken Language, where she worked with children with hearing loss and their families. During this experience, she was introduced to telepractice as a service delivery model. Kim has worked in early intervention, public school, and private practice settings. She has been providing therapy services through telepractice since 2016 and loves sharing her passion for this service delivery model with others! K. Todd Houston, Ph.D. is a Founding Partner & the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the 3C Digital Media Network, LLC, the parent company that produces Telepractice Today. His professional background is in Speech-Language Pathology, and he’s currently a Professor in the School of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology at the University of Akron. For nearly 20 years, Todd has been a national and international leader in the area of telepractice service delivery. Todd continues to publish books, peer-reviewed articles, and book chapters on a range of topics that include telepractice, listening and spoken language for children with hearing loss, and parent coaching in early intervention. Likewise, Todd is a sought-after consultant and speaker at national and international conferences. In September of 2024, Todd launched Sunburst Coaching & Consulting, a new Life Coaching practice focused on assisting speech-language pathologists, educators, and allied health professionals who are facing limiting beliefs, imposter syndrome, burnout, and negative mindsets. Todd seeks to assist others to regain their self-worth, eliminate burnout through a more positive and balanced work-life, and to reignite their passion for their chosen field. If you would like to learn more about how Life Coaching could help you, contact Todd at [email protected] to schedule a free discovery call. You can listen to this episode wherever you stream and at www.3cdigitalmedianetwork.com/telepractice-today-podcast  

Dr. JJ Whicker is a pediatric audiologist, clinical researcher, chief operating officer and co-owner at Little Heroes Pediatric Hearing Clinic. As a clinician, JJ works with children who are cochlear implanted and completes diagnostic testing for infants who refer on their newborn hearing screen. Dr. Whicker also runs the Central Auditory Processing Disorders program. As a researcher, JJ is interested in understanding the unique challenges posed to parents of children who are Deaf or Hard-of-hearing (DHH) with other disabilities, and how those challenges shift parents’ priority for their children’s hearing-related needs. He is also interested in understanding the challenges faced by adolescents who are DHH as they prepare to transition to post-secondary opportunities. Links: www.asha.org/pac email: [email protected] __________________________ You can listen to this episode wherever you stream podcasts and at www.3cdigitalmedianetwork.com/telepractice-today-podcast  

Hadijat Muftau-Lediju is a dedicated occupational therapist known for her unique approach to therapy, integrating video games to enhance skill development. She has a background working with adults with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, and dementia, later dedicating over four years to pediatrics in clinical and school settings. In these roles, she integrates video games, technology, assistive tech, and game design methods into therapy (e.g., executive functioning through inventory management, main quests and side quests, and working memory). In addition to her contributions to DeepWell TDx, she serves as a consultant with Cephable, an assistive technology software company. Hadijat has also been a featured speaker at notable events, including the Game Devs of Color Expo (September 18-21, 2024), where she presented "How Your Game Can Be Used in Rehabilitation and Therapy," and the 2nd Annual Black Girl Gamers Summit (August 3, 2024), where she discussed "Protect Your Mental." Committed to innovative practices, Hadijat strives to make therapy both enjoyable and impactful for clients of all ages. _____________ You can listen to this episode wherever you stream podcasts and at www.3cdigitalmedianetwork.com/telepractice-today-podcast    

Dr. Gilliam, better known as “Dr. Jay,” is a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist and Founder of Jabber Talk Speech and Consulting, PLLC. She is passionate about providing skilled speech therapy services to the early childhood and school-aged populations. She enjoys coaching parents to help their children meet their full potential across all environments. Dr. Jay’s education began with a B.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Alabama A&M University. She obtained her M.S. in Communicative Sciences & Disorders from The University of Arkansas and her Doctorate of Speech-Language Pathology at Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions. Dr. Jay has been an active member of the Texas Speech-Language-Hearing Association, the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and the National Black Association for Speech-Language Hearing. Dr. Jay has over 13 years of experience in assessment, diagnosing, planning and treating children with speech-language and feeding disorders. She has provided speech and language services in a variety of settings, including schools, private clinics, home health, and early intervention. In addition to her private practice Dr. Jay is an Adjunct Professor and currently a Visiting Professor at one of the local universities in the DFW metroplex. In her spare time she enjoys traveling, reading and spending time with her husband William and their daughters Layla and Nova. Social Media Handles: IG: the_latetalkers_speechdoctor IG: jabber_talk Facebook: Jabber Talk Speech and Consulting, PLLC Website: www.jabbertalkspeech.com   ________________________   You can listen to this episode wherever you stream podcasts and at www.3cdigitalmedianetwork.com/telepractice-today-podcast

My name is Paola Alvarez. I am born and raised in Puerto Rico. I studied Biotechnology in the University of Puerto Rico Ponce Campus. Then studied the Speech Language Pathology Masters in the University of Puerto Rico Medical Science Campus. I was chosen for an internship in NYC the summer before the COVID-19 pandemic started. I spent a month in NYC learning and working on my clinical practice. Graduated during the pandemic. I worked in the school and clinic setting with face shields and many other anti-covid protocols for a year. I heard about virtual therapy and decided to investigate it and apply for some virtual jobs. I discovered the bliss of staying at home while doing the work I love. I have been working virtually for almost three years now and I love it. I am currently working in Alaska with the cutest caseload ever. I see myself doing virtual therapy for many more years.  ____________________________ You can listen to this episode wherever you stream podcasts and at www.3cdigitalmedianetwork.com/telepractice-today-podcast  

Keylonda Wheeler has always had a passion for helping others which inspired her to earn her master's degree in speech pathology. She enjoys supporting the pediatric population in the school setting and incorporating literacy and the arts into therapy sessions. In 2015, Keylonda was introduced to the telepractice setting and embraced the concept of using technology to "work smart and not hard"! Practicing speech and language therapy in public, private, and virtual schools for over 10 years, she has become increasingly aware of the need to create literature that brings acceptance of differences and disabilities.This awareness helped to inspire Keylonda to write the Inclusive K.R.E.W.E. children's book series which includes a rhyming book that provides readers an overview of school-based speech therapy in a way that children can understand. She is currently a related services manager of an amazing team of SLPs, school psychologists, occupational therapists, and special education teachers providing both teletherapy and in-person services in New Hampshire and Maine schools. Outside of her management role, Keylonda assists aspiring authors with coaching and independently publishing their own book through her business, Purposeful Legacy Publishing, LLC. Visit www.keylondawrites.com to purchase autographed books and view self-publishing services. Keep up with Keylonda by following @KeylondaWrites on all social media platforms.  _______________ You can listen to this episode wherever you stream podcasts and at www.3cdigitalmedianetwork.com/telepractice-today-podcast