Home practice is a crucial part of rehabilitation. But didn’t you leave homework behind when you finished school? Learn more about the necessity of “homework” in speech therapy to help reach your therapy goals! 2 Min Read

Are you having trouble swallowing and your doctor warned you about aspiration? Maybe they even told you that you are at risk for aspiration pneumonia! It’s time to breakdown what this actually means and how likely you are to acquire it. Read on for some education. 6 Min Read

Concussions are all over the news. But do you know the facts? Learn more about this type of traumatic brain injury and how SLPs can help with the management and recovery process. 4 Min Read

Speech, language, and voice are often used interchangeably. They are all parts of communication but are distinct from one another! Learn about the difference and how you can pursue treatment. 2 Min Read

Do you rely on your voice during much of day at work? Then you are a professional voice user! People who speak all day at work are more likely to experience voice issues during their careers. Here are some tips from a voice expert to ensure you keep your voice healthy! 4 Min Read

Are you confused why your loved one with dementia was referred for speech therapy? Take a minute to read what SLPs bring to the table in dementia care management! 4 Min Read

Have you ever heard of vocal hygiene? And no, that’s not washing out your mouth. Vocal hygiene means keeping your voice healthy! Everyone from kids to seniors can benefit by implementing these 4 tips into their daily routine. 2 Min Read

Have you ever had "tip of the tongue syndrome?" When you know the word you want to say, but you just can't quite get it out? This phenomenon is called anomia, and although these word-finding difficulties happen to all of us at times, anomia generally occurs much more frequently after a stroke or a traumatic brain injury. Here are 5 strategies to try when you have trouble with word-finding. 3 Min Read

Cognitive changes often occur after a brain injury like a TBI, stroke, and concussions. In order to improve your day-to-day functioning, here are 5 strategies we recommend you try! 4 Min Read

Slurred speech or dysarthria is a common speech disorder after stroke and brain injury or due to progressive diseases such as Parkinson’s or ALS. Here are 5 things you can do to start speaking clearly. 3 Min Read

Has someone you know had a stroke that has left them unable to express themselves? Take a look at these 10 quick communication tips so you can support your loved one with aphasia! 5 Min Read

There has been a surge of products coming out to support people with dementia. Here’s a list of ones I have used in my practice and I find practical for helping memory and independence! 3 Min Read

What do you do when your loved one with dementia begins to become more forgetful? There are many simple modifications that you can make to help your loved one live successfully and as independently as possible in their home. Here are five ideas that can be implemented quickly! 4 Min Read

Did you know your brain can keep improving even after it’s been injured? It’s true! In this article, I’ll breakdown what neuroplasticity means and how it relates to your recovery in speech therapy. There is always hope after a stroke! 3 Min Read

I’m sure you’ve heard of those brain training games that have surged onto the market over the past decade. You know, the ones that say they can improve your memory if you just play them every day and pay a monthly subscription fee? Let’s get down to the bottom of it. Do these brain training games actually work? 4 Min Read

Speech-Language Pathologists can treat more than just a child having trouble pronouncing words correctly! Learn more about how an SLP can evaluate and treat speech, language, cognition, and even swallowing. 3 Min Read

Are you struggling to find the same high-level speech therapy services you received before the COVID-19 pandemic? Try telepractice! Read on for more information. 2 Min Read

Food is an important part of the holiday season, but what happens when you have difficulty swallowing? Learn more about what dysphagia is, how it is managed, and ways to accommodate your loved one. 8 Min Read