Show Notes
This two part episode explores: Using the SPIKES model as a useful tool to format conversations around the Autism evaluation and eligibility process within the educational setting Systems-wide changes SLPs need to support families through this process As it stands now, the Autism evaluation process in the preschool and school-age population is overwhelming for parents to navigate. What doesn't help? As SLPs, graduate school didn't prepare many of us for these conversations, and many of us don't have the supports we need at work to truly spend the time we need educating and supporting families through this process. This episode provides a framework for structuring conversations with families (SPIKES protocol) with examples tailored towards the educational eligibility process, and ideas for how workplaces can better support SLPs through the pre-assessment, evaluation, and eligibility process so we (as SLPs) have the time and resources we need to better support families through this evaluation and eligibility process.
More from SLP Happy Hour
Welcome to the 200th episode of the SLP Happy Hour Podcast!
In this interview with AAC Specialist Brianna Hughes, you'll learn: How to create systems around AAC for student success A coaching framework for introducing AAC to communication partners What to do when struggling with student engagement
In this interview with Dr Jennifer Hanners Gutierrez, there's an exploration of the SPIKES protocol, which comes from the medical word and gives touch points for sharing difficult news with the students/clients and families we work with.
In this interview with SLP Sarah Bishop, topics covered include: What it's like to work on a military base Tips for working with advocates The range of advocates available, and varying motivations that may impact their work How to care for yourself after a difficult meeting How to remember that you are making a difference For full show notes and transcript visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/196
In this episode, Sarah shares perspectives on managing difficult feedback as an SLP, including from bosses, parents, teachers and the families we work with. Points of discussion include: shrinking the ego, zooming out, taking a neutral third-party perspective, and more. For show notes, visit: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/195 Please consider supporting the SLP Happy Hour store on Teachers Pay Teachers: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/slp-happy-hour