197: How the SPIKES Protocol Can Improve Difficult Conversations w/Dr Jennifer Hanners Gutierrez

Welcome to the 200th episode of the SLP Happy Hour Podcast! This episode focuses on life and career lessons Sarah's learned during these 200 episodes.Listen on for:Trusting yourself 10% moreHow to remind yourself you are making an impact, even in a difficult systemFocusing your energy to where it'll grow (the 80/20 rule and how it applies to speech therapy)...and moreShow Notes: https://www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/200

In this interview with AAC Specialist Brianna Hughes, you'll learn:How to create systems around AAC for student successA coaching framework for introducing AAC to communication partnersWhat to do when struggling with student engagementResources Mentioned:AAC Courses and Resources: https://www.briannahughesslp.com/Tell Me Curriculum: https://www.attainmentcompany.com/tell-me-programAAC In the Cloud: https://www.aacconference.com/Show Notes: https://www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/199Review the show: http://bit.ly/2kM2JPQSLP Happy Hour on Teachers Pay Teachers: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/slp-happy-hourBuy Me a Coffee: buymeacoffee.com/slphappyhour

This two part episode explores:Using the SPIKES model as a useful tool to format conversations around the Autism evaluation and eligibility process within the educational settingSystems-wide changes SLPs need to support families through this process As it stands now, the Autism evaluation process in the preschool and school-age population is overwhelming for parents to navigate. What doesn't help? As SLPs, graduate school didn't prepare many of us for these conversations, and many of us don't have the supports we need at work to truly spend the time we need educating and supporting families through this process. This episode provides a framework for structuring conversations with families (SPIKES protocol) with examples tailored towards the educational eligibility process, and ideas for how workplaces can better support SLPs through the pre-assessment, evaluation, and eligibility process so we (as SLPs) have the time and resources we need to better support families through this evaluation and eligibility process.

In this interview with Dr Jennifer Hanners Gutierrez, there's an exploration of the SPIKES protocol, which comes from the medical word and gives touch points for sharing difficult news with the students/clients and families we work with.Jennifer's substack: https://open.substack.com/pub/jenniferhannersgutierrezShow notes: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/197Review the show: http://bit.ly/2kM2JPQSLP Happy Hour on Teachers Pay Teachers: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/slp-happy-hour

In this interview with SLP Sarah Bishop, topics covered include: What it's like to work on a military base Tips for working with advocatesThe range of advocates available, and varying motivations that may impact their work How to care for yourself after a difficult meetingHow to remember that you are making a differenceFor full show notes and transcript visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/196Review the podcast: https://apple.co/2PuZc8cSLP Happy Hour Teachers Pay Teachers Store: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/slp-happy-hour

In this episode, Sarah shares perspectives on managing difficult feedback as an SLP, including from bosses, parents, teachers and the families we work with. Points of discussion include: shrinking the ego, zooming out, taking a neutral third-party perspective, and more. For show notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/195Please consider supporting the SLP Happy Hour store on Teachers Pay Teachers: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/slp-happy-hour

In this episode, SLP Kristen Powell discusses the challenges of her former AAC private practice, and how she found satisfaction returning to the school system. Kristen on IGShow Notes: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/194

This episode covers three tips for imposter syndrome and burnout including: My job is not the most important thing in lifeOver work and over preparation doesn’t lead to better resultsMake good mistakes Full show notes: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/194

This episode includes 5 IEP Tips including: Dealing with interruptions Giving the team clarity on how the meeting will be run and time paramatersHow to facilitate parent inputStaying on time and on agendaWhat to do with conflictFull show notes: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/193

In this episode with High School SLP Leah Brakebill, a full-time High School SLP, you'll learn:Solutions for common challenges with high school therapy (i.e. teachers not sending students, students skipping, students using phones/airpods during speech) Language Intervention sessions at the High School Level - what does she do?Running student-directed Autism groups for adolescentsMore about Leah's relaxed and intuitive therapy styleLeah's perspective on being a busy public school SLP - and recognizing that what you are doing is enoughFull show notes: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/192