The SLP Now Podcast

Full Show Notes: slpnow.com/234 In this episode, Marisha shares six practical, evidence-based strategies to target following directions. From pinpointing the right foundational skills to collaborating with teachers and planning for generalization, you’ll walk away with clear, actionable ideas you can use in your sessions right away. ✨ What You’ll Learn: How to assess and identify the root causes...

Full Show Notes: slpnow.com/233 WH questions are foundational for language, literacy, and classroom success—but teaching them effectively can feel overwhelming. In this episode, Marisha shares six practical, evidence-backed strategies to help your students master WH questions using the Assess–Teach–Practice framework. You’ll learn how to assess to find the right starting point, teach question word...

Fall is the perfect time to bring seasonal books into your therapy room, and one of my favorites is Apple Trouble ! In this episode, I’ll share how to use this story to target WH questions, narratives, vocabulary, articulation, and more. Whether you already have the book in your library (or plan to use a YouTube read-aloud), you’ll walk away with practical therapy ideas you can use all month long....

Show Notes: https://slpnow.com/blog/231-5-evidence-backed-strategies-to-teach-past-tense-verbs/ In this episode of the SLP Now Podcast, Marisha breaks down five research-backed strategies you can use to help students master past tense verbs. Many of our students have goals in this area, and if progress feels slower than expected, these strategies can give you practical tools to try in your next se...

In this episode, I’m joined by returning guest Lacee Johnson—a school-based SLP. We dive into how she transformed her referral process from post-it note chaos to a streamlined, brain-friendly system using the Workload feature in SLP Now. You’ll hear: → What her referral process used to look like (and why it wasn’t working) → How she customized a task list that actually fits her district’s workflow...

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In this episode, I’m giving you a behind-the-scenes tour of the three digital binders I created to save SLPs hours of prep time and reduce session stress. We’ll explore the Assessment Binder , Probe Binder , and Visuals Binder —with over 2,400 pages of ready-to-use tools. I also share practical ways to use them for instant access, better data collection, and more engaged students. Whether you’re p...

Register Here! slpsummit.com Are you tired of getting referral lists that include half the class? Or notes that just say a student "isn’t talking much"? You’re not alone. In this episode, we explore why vague or inappropriate referrals happen and how to respond with compassion and strategy. You’ll learn 4 practical ways to guide teachers toward more effective referrals, including: What makes a str...

Register Here! slpsummit.com In this quick recap, we'll chat about communication strategies, legal aspects of referrals, and real data from 400+ SLPs on referral trends. Get a sneak peek of what’s coming next! Replays available at slpsummit.com until August 15th!

Register Here! slpsummit.com Feeling overwhelmed by referrals? You’re not alone, and I’ve got you covered! In this short and sweet episode, I’m sharing a sneak peek of my upcoming session at the SLP Summit: “Referrals Made Easy: The Low-Stress System Every School-Based SLP Needs.” I’ll walk you through what you can expect in the session, including a practical system for handling referrals with cla...

Register Here! slpsummit.com The SLP Summit is back, and I’m giving you the full rundown in this quick episode! Tune in to learn what the SLP Summit is, who it’s for, what sessions you can expect, and how to register. Whether you’re looking to reduce your paperwork, advocate more confidently, or just feel re-energized before the school year starts, this event is for you. In this episode, I cover:...

Show Notes: slpnow.com/223 Feeling overwhelmed by the referral process? You’re not alone, and there is a better way. In this episode, I’m walking you through five simple but powerful questions to help you audit your current referral workflow. Whether you’re chasing down forms, drowning in springtime referrals, or just winging it with every new case, this quick audit will help you spot what’s worki...

Show Notes: slpnow.com/222 Referrals shouldn't feel this overwhelming, but--for most school-based SLPs--they do. In this episode, I’m diving into the real data behind referral stress, straight from 434 SLPs who shared their biggest challenges. From missing background info to that infamous springtime referral flood, we’re unpacking why this process is so hard. If you’ve ever felt stuck, rushed, or...

What does it look like to practice self-care as an SLP, and what does self-kindness have to do with it? As school-based SLPs, there are a LOT of activities that we're pouring our energy into. It’s super important that we take care of ourselves in between all that giving, otherwise we’ll find ourselves on the fast track to burnout. That’s why this conversation about self-care for SLPs matters so mu...

Show Notes: slpnow.com/220 Jessi Andricks, M.S., CCC-SLP shares her story of SLP burnout, leaving the field, and eventually finding her way back. With a focus on practical tips and resources, speech-language pathologists will walk away from this episode with strategies to better manage their stress. Mentioned in this episode: 5 FREE Therapy Materials Go to 🔗 slpnow.com/pod 🔗 to download 5 eviden...

Show Notes: slpnow.com/219 Angie Merced leads a thoughtful discussion of SLP burnout. She discusses the symptoms and causes of burnout and shares practical strategies that SLPs can use when overcoming their own burnout.

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