Ep. 89 - Responsible Digital Interaction - Deniedra Fontenette

September 12, 2023

In this episode, we welcome Amy Graham, M.A. CCC-SLP a specialist in pediatric speed sound disorders to the show. We discuss getting started with speech sound disorders, age for intervention, different diagnosis, and more.

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We Discuss

  • (0:00) Introduction

    (3:41) Amy’s Professional Background

    (12:20) What is Speech Sound Disorders

    (18:00) Getting Started With Speech Sound Disorders

    (23:10) At What Age Should You Start Working on Speech Sound Disorders

    (29:43) What is Differential vs Official Diagnosis

    (43:28) What Should You Do If You’re Not Comfortable Diagnosing a Specific Disorder

    (46:10) Establishing Goals After Differential Diagnosis

    (51:00) Resources

ABOUT THE GUEST

Amy Graham is a speech-language pathologist and owner of Graham Speech Therapy, a private practice in Colorado Springs that specializes in pediatric speech sound disorders. She received both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Communicative Disorders from California State University, Fullerton, and has been an SLP for over 20 years.  Amy is the creator of the Graham Speech Therapy Oral-Facial Exam, and the Bjorem Speech Decks for Lateralization and Cycles, and is a frequent speaker and podcast guest.  She has a particular interest in supporting and equipping SLPs to help them provide evidence-based treatment for speech sound disorders by posting frequent therapy videos and practical therapy tips on social media platforms.

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Producer - Jonathan Cary
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