The Essential Teletherapist

Ellie talks with Glory Lichon of Glowbright Therapy about how she built a teletherapy practice that serves early intervention families across multiple states. Glory shares her transition from school based burnout to becoming a teletherapy SLP and CEO, and how she created systems that allow her team to provide high quality parent coaching through a virtual model. They discuss why early intervention...

In this episode, Ellie reconnects with Brittany from Little Moose Speech Therapy to talk honestly about life after leaving traditional employment. Brittany shares how working for herself opened the door to writing her first children’s book, A Tale of Empathy, building a playful and effective presence on Instagram, and creating new income streams through parent consults and creative community event...

This episode is for the parents out there who are starting virtual therapy with their kids. In this episode you'll learn how online speech therapy works, what to expect in teletherapy sessions, and simple ways parents can support their child at home. Website: https://theessentialteletherapist.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theessentialteletherapist/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.co...

In this episode Ellie sits down with speech language pathologist and creator Stacy Crouse to talk about what it really looks like to build a sustainable teletherapy career and a thriving Teachers Pay Teachers store. Stacy shares how she moved from a pediatric clinic into online speech therapy long before twenty twenty, why flexibility at home with her kids shaped every career decision, and how she...

In this episode, Ellie talks with New York based SLP and creator of Speech Time Fun, SLP Elevate, and the Secondary SLP Roadmap, Hallie Sherman. They discuss how to confidently serve upper elementary, middle school, and high school speech students, why older learners need explicit teaching instead of endless testing, and how Hallie transitioned from a school based role into a flexible business tha...

In this episode, Ellie talks with seasoned SLP and founder of SadieBella Therapy Services, Val Hanigan, about providing high quality teletherapy in complex areas including pediatric feeding, apraxia, oral facial myology, stroke recovery, and AAC. Val shares how she translates hands-on clinical work into a virtual model by focusing on functional outcomes and caregiver coaching. She discusses buildi...

In this episode, Ellie talks with speech language pathologist Karen Astin Schroeder about her path into virtual speech therapy and accent reduction. Karen shares how telepractice gave her the flexibility she needed, why lifestyle should be part of every SLP’s definition of success, and how saying yes to the right opportunities shaped her career. She discusses the support systems that helped her gr...

What if you didn’t have to do everything yourself? In this episode, Ellie talks with speech language pathologist and virtual assistant Jenna Cairo about how she built a thriving VA business while working full time in the schools and parenting two young children. Jenna shares how she went from searching LinkedIn for flexible side jobs to launching her own virtual assistant services for SLPs and qui...

In this episode, Ellie chats with Jodie Wallis, a pediatric feeding therapist, about her journey supporting medically complex children. They explore the transition to teletherapy, coaching and empowering parents, using props and visuals in virtual sessions, navigating tricky insurance waters, and maintaining work-life balance. Jodie shares insights on sustaining connection and care in the evolving...

In this mini episode of The Essential Teletherapist Podcast , I share practical, creative ways SLPs can use everyday household objects to boost engagement in virtual sessions. From paper towel puppets to scavenger hunts, I share reminders that great therapy doesn’t require fancy tools—just a little imagination and what’s already within reach. Bonus: Grab the free cheat sheet to get started!

In this episode of The Essential Teletherapist, Ellie sits down with Elise Mitchell, a virtual school contracting expert and teletherapy advocate who has supported more than sixteen thousand therapists through her trainings and resources. Together, they explore what it really looks like to step into virtual school contracting as a speech language pathologist, including how Elise made the shift int...

In this episode of The Essential Teletherapist Podcast , join me for a heartfelt conversation with my long-time friend, Ali Manahan, owner of Word Play Speech Therapy LLC. We explore our two-decade journey together—from students to private practice owners—and share the ups and downs of building careers in speech-language pathology. Ali opens up about her innovative approach to therapy, including t...

In this episode of The Essential Teletherapist Podcast , we dive into three key strategies to boost engagement in virtual sessions: make it personal, make it efficient, and make it interactive. From tailoring activities to client interests, keeping sessions structured, and using interactive tools, these tips will help create dynamic and impactful teletherapy experiences. Tune in for practical idea...

In this episode of The Essential Teletherapist Podcast , I sit down with Brittany Brennan, owner of Seedlings Speech Therapy LLC, to discuss the power of taking intentional breaks, reflecting on our growth, and aligning future goals with our values. Brittany and I explore how pausing can fuel creativity, prevent burnout, and help us return to our work with fresh perspectives. We dive into the impo...

In this episode of The Essential Teletherapist Podcast , we're busting some common myths about teletherapy that might be holding you back. From doubts about its effectiveness to fears about the tech, we'll dive into research-backed insights and personal experiences that show teletherapy is more effective and approachable than many realize. Whether you’re an experienced teletherapist or just starti...

In this episode of The Essential Teletherapist Podcast , Ellie Richter and Brittany Musholt, owner of Little Moose Speech Therapy LLC, discuss the evolving world of telepractice, especially in light of the pandemic. They dive into the challenges and rewards of virtual speech therapy, the tools that make teletherapy effective, and share advice for SLPs considering the switch to virtual services. Fr...

Welcome to the very first episode of The Essential Teletherapist Podcast ! Today, I’m thrilled to share my journey into teletherapy, a path that began unexpectedly during the early days of the pandemic and ultimately transformed my career and private practice. In this episode, we explore what it means to be an “essential” teletherapist and how teletherapy can be a powerful, flexible option for del...