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Aphasia Katie Brown, MA, CCC-SLP, CBIS Aphasia Katie Brown, MA, CCC-SLP, CBIS

A Context-Based Approach to Treat Fluent Aphasia

Learn how to treat fluent (wernicke’s) aphasia using a context based approach in speech therapy sessions! This approach was developed by Dr. Robert Marshall and help to target comprehension, expression, and self-correction in the acute phases of recovery. 9 Min Read

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Cognition Katie Brown, MA, CCC-SLP, CBIS Cognition Katie Brown, MA, CCC-SLP, CBIS

DANCERS: An Education Tool for Mild Cognitive Impairment & Dementia

With rising Mild Cognitive Impairment and dementia diagnoses, it's critical for SLPs and other healthcare professionals to not just assess and treat but also educate our patients and their loved ones about cognitive decline. DANCERS is an evidence-based education tool to help patients make lifestyle modifications that promote a healthy brain! FREE DOWNLOAD INSIDE 3 Min Read

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Katie Brown, MA, CCC-SLP, CBIS Katie Brown, MA, CCC-SLP, CBIS

15 Patient-Reported Outcome Measures for Medical SLPs

What do you get when you mix assessment and person-centered care? Patient-reported outcome measures! PROMs must become an integral part of all speech therapy evaluations because they are an integral part of evidence-based practice. They provide a standardized way to take the patient’s perspective into account and an easy way to measure a change in personal factors over time. Here are a list of 15 PROMs I use in my clinical practice including a FREE download. 9 Min Read

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Professional Development, Motor Speech Katie Brown, MA, CCC-SLP, CBIS Professional Development, Motor Speech Katie Brown, MA, CCC-SLP, CBIS

Objective Assessment of Dysarthria (Even By Teletherapy!)

Have you run into issues assessing your patients with dysarthria while doing teletherapy? Me too! A lot of our typical objective measures are null-and-void when working through the computer. But what if I told you that you could complete a well-rounded assessment with objective measures using the first paragraph of “The Rainbow Passage,” a recording device, and a timer? Sign me up! I’ve even compiled the materials, objective measures and their norms into an easy-to-use handout that you can download for free at the end of this article. 6 Min Read

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Aphasia Katie Brown, MA, CCC-SLP, CBIS Aphasia Katie Brown, MA, CCC-SLP, CBIS

Seven Habits of Highly Effective Aphasia Therapists: A Review

In a recently published research study, Dr. Linda Worrall established 7 habits of highly effective aphasia therapists. These themes are provided by a unique perspective of individuals living with aphasia. This is, without a doubt, an article every SLP should read, so I’ve summarized the points for you - take a look! 11 Min Read

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