Coffee, Tea, and 3 SLPs

Episode 66 is the second installment in our story grammar series. In this episode, Kyla walks Jouli and Brittany through a mock therapy session for supporting story grammar and shares some of her favorite upper elementary books for this type of therapy. Tune in for a mini-masterclass in helping kids learn how to tell stories! ........................................ ⭐️ Help us grow by subscribing...

Have you been wanting to target narrative language, but feeling unsure about where to start? Tune in to Episode 65! In this episode, the SLPs break down what story grammar is, why it's important, and how to support it. They also name some intervention programs that help with planning story grammar lessons. --- ⭐️ Help us grow by subscribing and rating our podcast on any platform (don't fo...

In Episode 16, Brittany can barely hold back her excitement about language sample analysis. Get ready to take some notes about analyzing grammar, syntax, higher-level language, and more. Also, they talk about eggs. Stay in touch! Instagram: @coffeetea3slps. Email: info@coffeetea3slps.com ........................................ ⭐️ Help us grow by subscribing and rating our podcast on any platform...

Episode 64 was inspired by a request from Kyla’s administration: align your therapy with the curriculum. Sounds simple enough, until you remember that you see mixed-grade groups and you have limited time to meet with teachers! In this episode, the SLPs share practical strategies for connecting your therapy to what’s happening in the classroom by focusing on the underlying, foundational language sk...

Episode 44 is all about AAC! Tune in to hear the SLPs interview Karina Saechao for a discussion about common barriers to AAC implementation, how to move beyond requesting to support all communication functions, collaborating with educators, the importance of representative voices and icons on AAC devices, and more. Karina Saechao, M.A., CCC-SLP, ATACP (she/her) has practiced as a speech-language p...

You’re ready to get your student or client a high-tech AAC device. Great! Now what? In Episode 63, Jouli walks us through the whole process: trialing a device, communicating with AAC companies, writing an evaluation to recommend a device, and guiding families through it all. Jouli drops lots of gems in this episode, but especially this: remember, trials are for assessing potential, not perfection....

Be gone, pseudoscience! Away with you, power dynamics between SLPs! Shoo, antiquated grad school admissions processes! Today's episode is all about dreaming. If you had the power, what would you change about the SLP world? ........................................ ⭐️ Help us grow by subscribing and rating our podcast on any platform (don't forget to leave a 5 ⭐️ review) ❤️ ⁠⁠ Support our podcast...

Cait Gannon is a dedicated and passionate medical speech-language pathologist. Cait earned her graduate degree in Speech Language Pathology from UMass Amherst, and since then, she’s been on a mission to support individuals across the lifespan in finding their voice—literally and figuratively. She’s volunteered with Healing Harmonies, a remarkable choir made up of adults with neurological condition...

Be objective, be honest, be prepared! The SLPs dive in to meetings with educational advocates. They discuss how to prepare for IEP meetings with advocates, tips on communicating with families, and what not to say (hint: don’t mention your schedule). Resources we love to make sure you know what you’re talking about: The Informed SLP ........................................ ⭐️ Help us grow by subsc...

Let’s talk gentle parenting… but make it speech therapy! In this episode, the SLPs dive into how positive behavioral supports and redirection strategies can make your sessions smoother, calmer, and way more fun—for everyone involved. The SLPs are sharing go-to tips that help you set boundaries with kindness, support kids through big feelings, and keep things running without sticker charts or time-...

What are the benefits of themed therapy? What are our favorite themes? Does Kyla deserve a Grammy for her performance in this episode? The SLPs dive into the importance of building semantic connections and background knowledge to facilitate learning. They also provide practical examples of how they use themed therapy in their own therapy sessions. It's a great time. ..................................

The SLPs share strategies for integrating engaging, low-prep games into sessions to target speech/language goals. No laminating required! ........................................ ⭐️ Help us grow by subscribing and rating our podcast on any platform (don't forget to leave a 5 ⭐️ review) ❤️ ⁠ Support our podcast ⁠ 🛍️ ⁠ Shop our merch

Kyla and Jouli researched the Gen Alpha information all SLP's really want to know. In Episode 57 they discuss the following hard hitting topics: What is the difference between mine craft and Roblox? Was Vine peak comedy? What is Skibidi Toilet and why is it so terrifying? ........................................ ⭐️ Help us grow by subscribing and rating our podcast on any platform (don't...

This week, the SLPs talk all about selective feeding and inter-professional collaboration with Joy Hack. Joy is a registered occupational therapist, certified by the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy. She is also licensed with the North Carolina Board of Occupational Therapy. Joy grew up in Chicago, Illinois, but obtained her undergraduate degree in Health and Human Physiolo...

Curious about pediatric feeding? Then this episode is for you! Tune in to hear Jouli reflect on her journey thus far into becoming a pediatric feeding therapist. She shares what she learned in a pediatric feeding mentorship group, what makes pediatric feeding unique, and the treatment principles guiding her practice. Also, the SLPs discuss the burning question: does it all come down to having a su...

In Episode 54, Jouli teaches Kyla and Brittany all about parent coaching: the benefits, the challenges, and the importance of setting expectations, being flexible, and building rapport as the recipe for success! ........................................ ⭐️ Help us grow by subscribing and rating our podcast on any platform (don't forget to leave a 5 ⭐️ review) ❤️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Support our podcast ⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Today is all about the awkward, cringe-worthy moments we experience as SLPs. Defining words badly? Trying to be “cool” to relate to kids or coworkers? Saddle up for this cringe-themed episode that will hopefully make you feel less embarrassed about your own awkward moments. ........................................ ⭐️ Help us grow by subscribing and rating our podcast on any platform (don't fo...

The SLPs try to woo the other professionals in the building through co-treating. Also, some helpful tips for preparing for a co-treat session and some examples of how the SLPs have done it. ........................................ ⭐️ Help us grow by subscribing and rating our podcast on any platform (don't forget to leave a 5 ⭐️ review) ❤️ ⁠⁠⁠ Support our podcast ⁠⁠⁠ 🛍️ ⁠⁠⁠ Shop our merch ⁠

Money money moneyyyy, must be funnyyyy, in an SLP’s world. The SLPs discuss the pros and cons of different payment positions such as fee for service, salaried, and contracted. ........................................ ⭐️ Help us grow by subscribing and rating our podcast on any platform (don't forget to leave a 5 ⭐️ review) ❤️ ⁠⁠ Support our podcast ⁠⁠ 🛍️ ⁠⁠ Shop our merch ⁠

What can we say?! I guess we were feeling a bit 🌶️ SPICY🌶️ because we decided to share our thoughts on Discrete Trial Training. What is DTT? Is there a place for it? Can it be done in a positive and safe way? Is there room for it in speech therapy? Tune in to hear it all! ........................................ ⭐️ Help us grow by subscribing and rating our podcast on any platform (don't forg...

Why do we feel weird about stuttering therapy?  What’s up with the Lidcombe program?  The gang dives in to why stuttering therapy feels kind of uncomfortable…and strategies they’ve used that made them feel successful.  Pediatric Feeding Therapy Course ............................................................. ⭐️ Help us grow by subscribing and rating our podcast on any platform (don't forg...

In honor of spooky season 🎃 we are bringing back our first ever spooky episode! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ It’s spooky SLP-son 👻, and Episode 9 is devoted to Kyla, Brittany, and Jouli’s most chilling (and disgusting) (and just plain hilarious) moments as SLPs. Honestly, there may not be anything spookier than a 3-year-old holding their used diaper in their hands and aiming...

What’s the Craic?! 😎 The SLPs discuss what they’ve been up to. New job? House buying? Sea shanties? Oh and they also talk about child-led therapy. Please excuse Kyla’s poor audio quality. She lost her mic in her move. ............................................................. ⭐️ Help us grow by subscribing and rating our podcast on any platform (don't forget to leave a 5 ⭐️ review) ❤️ Su...

In this practical episode, the SLPs delve into strategies for supporting executive functions. From time management to visualizing the end goal, tune in to learn about helpful techniques and free resources that can foster independence and help the kids on your caseload get things done! --- Resources: https://goblin.tools/ https://pomofocus.io/ https://www.efpractice.com/projects-3-1 --- Email: info...

In Episode 45, John Vargas shares his experience as a person who wears hearing aids. How does he compensate for being hard of hearing? Which accessibility features and accommodations have been the most helpful for him? He makes many important points, including the following: just because he has trouble hearing you doesn’t mean he’s not listening. John Vargas is a Ph. D student studying cognitive p...