Resources
This episode is sponsored by the SLP Happy Hour Trauma Course, open for a limited time: www.slphappyhour.com/trauma
Also, check out this big packet of parent handouts: https://bit.ly/3wIJdFL
Time Stamps
0-11:00 Fluency Goal Writing
11:01-11:56 Trauma Course Info
11:57-19:52 SLP Wisdom
19:53-27:40 Self Care Challenge & Wrap Up
Fluency Goals
Sarah referenced Dr Derek Daniels from Wayne State University and Sarie referenced Nina Reeves, SLP and Board Certified Specialist in Fluency Disorders.
Some Suggestions:
Don’t write goals about reducing dysfluencies - the PWS is in charge of how/when they use strategies or what they looks like.
This is a goal about increasing knowledge - Adam will identify 5 structures and functions of the speech mechanism across 2 sessions as measured by SLP data.
This is a goal about using strategies - Bella will demonstrate the strategy of using easy onset with 90% accuracy in grade level reading with verbal cues.
A goal for functional output - “The student will demonstrate his reduced avoidance of speaking by independently volunteering to answer questions in class 5 times each week as verified by the teacher’s report.”
A goal to reduce negative reactions to stuttering - “The student will demonstrate increased acceptance of stuttering by talking openly about stuttering, with the clinician’s support, with 1 new friend each week, as measured by the student’s report (and the friends’ confirmation).” Both of these examples were taken from Nina Reeves’ Practical Tip handout called, “How do we write measurable treatment goals for school-age children who stutter?”
SLP Wisdom
Sarie asks - are you expecting the worst possible outcome? If so, what to do about it.
Affirming statements for SLPs
I’m doing the best I can with the resources I have.
I’m choosing to be honest over choosing to be agreeable.
This won’t all get done, and that’s OK.
This can wait until tomorrow.
I can say difficult things with love, and then practice letting it go.
I’m finding an easy way to do this task. (For when things feel overwhelming)
SLP Self Care Challenge
Sarah asks - if you are falling, are you falling gently? Also, what to keep in mind.
