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Are you an agent of change? Looking to create real, life-long change in your work and in yourself? Ready to turn your visions into reality? Looking to work smarter, not harder—and have lots of fun along the way? Every Thursday, join international author, researcher, and speaker Kelly Vess to put only the best research to work. Kelly covers effective, practical strategies for children AND therapists to thrive. You are a miracle. Your time here is short. Let’s make the most of it. Follow Kelly ...
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Join Speech-Language Pathologist Michelle Dawson, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC, BCS-S for First Bite - Fed, Fun and Functional Resources for the Pediatric SLP. Each episode is available for 0.1 ASHA CEU through Speech Therapy PD. If you're a SLP who has more questions than answers when it comes to treating your medically complex/fragile pediatric patients, this podcast is for you! Michelle offers her own unique insights and interviews colleagues who are experts in their respective fields with the goal o ...
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SLPs can understandably get uncomfortable when it comes to holidays. Cultural bias is an obvious concern. However, this doesn't mean that they should be written off. Research indicates that discussing near holiday events positively impacts language, cognitive, and social-emotional development. Trick or treat? Halloween treats the whole child. Ready…
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143. An Innovative, Holistic Approach to Supporting Children with Autism
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Join me with Afton Clark, mother, autism advocate, and creator of Alchemizing Autism. She shares cutting-edge ways to holistically support children with Autism's minds, hearts, and bodies. Connect with her on Instagram @alchemizingautism or email aftonclark@alchemizingautism.com Book referenced in this interview: "Cracking the Autism Code" by Dr. K…
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Saturation Service This Sunday Crossroads has our quarterly Saturation Service. The Saturation Service is a time for extended worship, prayer, prophetic and scripture declarations, along with extended time at the altar. Saturation services occur every quarter on the 5th Sunday of the month. You do not want to miss this special time for our communit…
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Guests: Memorie Gosa, PhD, CCC-SLP, BCS-S & Jeanne Marshall, Ph.D, B Sp. Path- In this episode, Michelle is joined by two powerhouses in the world of pediatric feeding disorder (PFD): Dr. Memorie Gosa and Dr. Jeanne Marshall. This conversation, which was many moons in the making, addresses a crucial topic in the world of PFD; we are talking all thi…
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142. How to Use Books to Develop Speech for Gestalt Language Processors
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If you work with children who are minimally speaking, this episode is for you. Kelly Vess is sharing how to develop consistent speech using books. Ready to put research into practice with Done-for-You weekly, educationally-rich activities? Check out the SIS Membership and begin creating massive change today. Learn more about the SIS Membership at K…
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Series: It's Time To Grow Up - Are You in Bed or On the Battlefield? Redeeming Ancestral Inheritances! - Pastor Lynn - 09/22/2024
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This Sunday Pastor Lynn preaches a message entitled, "Are you in Bed or in the Battle? Redeeming Ancestral Inheritances!" As a child of God, you are a co-heir with Christ! Everything Christ has now belongs to you as His co-heir! Through the power of the Holy Spirit Christ has empowered you to redeem that which was stolen from your family line! This…
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279: Integrating Phonetics and Phonology: New Ways to Understand Speech-Sound Disorders
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Guest: Nathaniel B. Ellis, M.S., CCC-SLP - In this episode, Michelle is joined by Nate, a school-based phonetics and phonology specialist! In addition to being an active member of the Speech-Language-Hearing Association of Virginia (SHAV), serving on its Conference Planning Committee and CE Administration Team, he regularly lectures on clinical pho…
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141. Is it 'Just Speech?' Pay Attention to These Six Speech Errors
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What speech errors should you pay attention to? Speech errors can indicate whether or not a child is at risk for concurrent language delay. Dive into this episode about six errors that you want to pay attention to when assessing speech. To learn more, check out my clinical textbook, Speech Sound Disorders: Comprehensive Evaluation and Treatment…
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Series: It's Time To Grow Up - Partnering In Expanding God's Kingdom - Pastor David - 09/15/2024
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Our Partnership in Expanding God’s Kingdom Some Lessons on Faithfulness As believers, we are called to live our lives under the Lordship of Jesus Christ. Jesus teaches us very practical lessons from ordinary daily life events. This Sunday, we look at one of those lessons and learn how the Lord wants us to live our lives by being faithful. Not only …
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278: Earnest Insight Into Becoming A Pediatric Feeding Therapist
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Guest: Madilyn "Madi" Metcalf, MS, CCC-SLP - In this episode, Michelle is joined by Madi, the delightful host of “Making Sense of Selective Eating,” a podcast miniseries with Speech Therapy PD. Over this hour, Madi speaks from her heart, sharing insight on the journey that she took to be able to competently serve the pediatric feeding disorder (PFD…
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140. 3 Ways to Get Out of the Cause-Effect Toy Rut
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Have you ever been in a rut where you find yourself stuck in a toy box filled with cause-effect sensory toys? I've been there, done that and have three effective strategies to support an increase in diverse play experiences in working with preschoolers with Autism. To learn more about how you can uplevel your therapy with the SIS Membership, check …
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Series: It's Time To Grow Up - Excavating Human Pride Part 3 - Pastor Lynn - 09/08/2024 - Fall Launch!
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This Sunday Pastor Lynn will continues her message on: "It's Time to Grow Up: Excavating Human Pride!" We are in a season of the Holy Spirit refining us. The Holy Spirit is maturing us and challenging us to have a stronger faith with more of Him in our lives. This is Fall Launch Sunday!! We will have a time of spiritual feasting through worship, th…
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277: Unpacking the Psychosocial Domain of PFD
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Guest: Gillian Boudreau, PhD - Join Erin and Dr. Boudreau to discuss the intricacies of the psychosocial component of pediatric feeding disorders and how a caregiver’s relationship with food can impact the overall dynamics of mealtime. Dr. Boudreau and Erin dive into the neurobiology of safety to help guide our understanding of what a child and car…
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139. Five Strategies that Make Collaborative Groups Work
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Autism is a multifaceted condition that requires a multi-faceted approach. For this, collaborative group interventions can be highly effective. Check out this episode for strategies that set your groups up for success. Ready to put research into action with your kiddos? Learn more about the SIS Membership by clicking here.…
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Series: It's Time To Grow Up - Listening To Your Shepherd - Pastor David - 09/01/2024
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In a day and age when everyone is an expert and know-it-all, believers are called to hear the voice of their Shepherd. The sermon addresses the importance of knowing the life and voice of those who speak into your spiritual wellbeing. You will not want to miss this message.
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138. The First Therapy Sessions-What to Do?
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Where to begin on the first days of therapy? What do you do on days one, two, three, and four of therapy? It's time to build relationships. How? Check out this episode for a simple 3-step process to pave the way for success. Ready to put research into practice with ready-to-use, educationally-rich materials? Check out the SIS Membership. Learn more…
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Youth Sunday - Killing Perfectionism - Pastor Nick - 08/25/2024
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Today, the youth hosts the service and Pastor Nick speaks about how perfectionism is tied to performance and pride. When we have a mind with standards not placed by the Holy Spirit or provided by Jesus, bondage and captivity occur. We will look at the dangers and effects of perfectionism vs God’s desire and instruction. Awakened youth group shares …
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137. Three Ways to Make Speech Home Practice Engaging & Effective
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Research indicates routine home practice improves outcomes. What can we do to make home practice a habit? Learn three ways to make home practice engaging and effective in this episode. Join the SIS Membership to put these home practice strategies into practice today. Click here to learn more about the SIS Membership.…
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Series: It's Time To Grow Up - Excavating Human Pride Part 2 - Pastor Lynn - 08-18-2024
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This Sunday Pastor Lynn continues her message on: "It's Time to Grow Up: Excavating Human Pride!" If you plan to hold onto your fleshly pride and lifestyle, don't listen and watch TV or go to brunch. If you want a transformation, listen and engage to receive what the Holy Spirit is pouring out! He is passionately calling out to His children to satu…
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High-tech AAC devices are becoming more readily available. However, many SLPs and families are uncomfortable using these devices. This episode shares the M.O.D.E.L. strategy to help parents and professionals effectively implement high-tech AAC devices throughout the child's day. Ready to put research into practice? Learn about the SIS Membership an…
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Series: It's Time To Grow Up - Stop Being Slow Minded - Pastor David - 08/11/2024
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We live in a culture that prides itself in being smart, yet far too often we are slow minded on the things that really matter. This Sunday Pastor David speaks on the importance of having a mind that is focused on life in the Spirit. You will be challenged to grow in your spiritual understanding of God's plan for your life. Christ wants you to have …
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145. Gestalt Language Processing II: Do THIS to Optimize Gains
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Many children with Autism learn to talk through gestalt language processing. This episode dives into how we can capitalize on this learning style to optimize gains when neuroplasticity is at its peak. Ready to 'roll up your sleeves' and put research into practice? Learn more about SIS with this free 30-minute workshop on how to make therapy easy an…
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Series: It's Time To Grow Up - Excavating Human Pride - Pastor Lynn - 08/04/2024
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This Sunday Pastor Lynn goes after our human pride that is in the way of His glory being manifested in a greater way in our lives. The word is entitled, "It's Time to Grow Up: Excavating Human Pride!" If you plan to hold onto your fleshly pride and lifestyle, stay home and watch TV or go to brunch. If you want a transformation, show up to receive w…
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134. Gestalt Language Processing: Pay Attention to THIS When Language Sampling
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What metric is most important to pay attention to when language sampling children with Autism? Let's dive into the latest research on language sampling that captures progress in gestalt language processors. Ready to put research into practice? Learn more about the SIS membership here.By Kelly Vess
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Series: It's Time To Grow Up - Letting Go Of The Past - Pastor David - 07/28/2024
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Stop Looking Backwards. As a believer, many times we are pulled backwards by our history, family, and old friends. The Lord is calling us to not look back once we have come to faith, but to move forward in our faith. Jesus addressed this matter in Luke 9:62. He told the crowds, “No one who puts a hand to the plow and looks back is fit for service i…
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Tongues Of Fire Service - 07/26/2024
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When the nations gather in real time to worship in spirit and in truth! Listen and be encouraged!
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133. Synesthesia & Autism-What You Need to Know
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Is 'synesthesia' part of your vernacular? If you work with children with Autism, it should be. Capitalizing on the strengths that come with synesthesia can truly accelerate gains across motor, social, speech, and language domains. Check out this episode, and let's dive into what you can do today. Capitalize on synesthesia by joining the SIS members…
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Pastor Lynn is back from her writing sabbatical, and this is a special time of extended worship, prayer, and prophetic declaration. Crossroads, the Lord wants to search our hearts, saturate us with His presence, and empower us for greater ministry. You do not want to miss this Sunday!
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272: Building Autonomy in Medically Complex Children with DIR/Floortime and TIC
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Guest: Taylor Anderson, MS, CCC-SLP - Erin is joined again by her wonderful colleague, Taylor Anderson, to discuss a topic near and dear to their hearts: autonomy, trauma-informed care, and DIR/Floortime. Erin and Taylor have worked with many medically complex kids and found the value of utilizing these strategies to promote their self-advocacy and…
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132. How to Use Music in Speech Therapy to Accelerate Gains
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The research continues to grow, indicating multiple benefits of adding music to speech and language therapy. How can you add music to your speech therapy sessions today to improve? Let's dive in! Put research into practice today by joining the SIS Membership. Learn more about SIS here with this free, 30-minute workshop.…
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Series: It's Time To Grow Up - Learning To Inquire Within - Pastor David - 07/14/2024
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As believers we must mature. Part of the maturing process is to examine our lives and see if we are growing in our faith. Sunday, Pastor David speaks about the need for introspection. As Christ followers, we need to inquire within and check our hearts and lives! This message challenges us to do some spiritual introspection prior to participating in…
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131. How Long? How Often? How to Schedule Your Speech Therapy Sessions for Optimal Gains
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How should you schedule your therapy to make the most out of limited time in the face of high caseloads? Let's dive into the research on sessions ranging from 5 minutes to one hour. How often should therapy be scheduled every week? What is optimal in terms of both session duration and frequency in treating speech sound disorders? Let's look at vari…
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Guest Speaker - Missionary Henry Smith - 07/07/2024
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Missionary and Ministry Partner Henry Smith is with us to share about his work in Ecuador. Henry and Ivonne are a wonderful couple with three grown children. They serve the city of Guayaquil and are very successful servants of the Lord. Crossroads has been supporting them for years and this is the first time they have been with us in over a decade.…
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130. How to Use Family Photos to Improve Conversational Speaking Skills
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How can you use family photos to improve conversational speaking skills for preschoolers with autism? In this episode, we're diving into evidence-based strategies to educate parents on how to use family pictures to improve communication skills. Learn evidence-based strategies that you can adopt into your practice today. Ready to put research into i…
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Series: It's Time To Grow Up - Putting God First - Pastor David - 06/30/2024
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In a day and age when everyone is all about self, this sermon shows you how putting God first in your life is actually the best thing for you. As maturing brothers and sisters in Christ, Pastor David shares the truth of God's Word and help you to make the right priorities. The message will be a great inspiration to you and your walk with the Lord.…
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Unfortunately, Universal Design for Learning (UDL) Guidelines are rarely discussed in Speech-Language Pathology. However, they are absolute game-changers in engaging children and optimizing outcomes. Check out this episode to learn about UDLs and how you can incorporate them into your practice today. Download the UDL Guidelines here. Learn About th…
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Series: It's Time To Grow Up - Stewarding Abundance - Pastor Lynn - 06/23/2024
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This Sunday Pastor Lynn continues our series on "It's Time to Grow Up" with a message about "Stewarding Abundance." Crossroads has entered the 13th year of Pastors David and Lynn's leadership and this is a very special year for us all! It is a supernatural year! Even if you have not been a part of Crossroads all thirteen years, you still fall under…
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What's causes workplace burnout? What can you do to stop it? Let's roll up our sleeves and figure this out together. P.S. If you're ready to do DSD (do something different) with educationally-rich activities 100% done-for-you every week, check out the SIS Membership 3 Intervention Secrets workshop. Join today and don't miss July and August bonus "H…
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Series: It's Time To Grow Up - It's Time To Pick Up Your Towel - Pastor David - 06/16/2024
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This Sunday Pastor David continues our series entitled "It is Time to Grow Up." This week's message is it's "Time to Pick Up Your Towel." We live in a day and age that everyone wants to be served; however, there are few that want to serve like Jesus Christ. We will look at the example Jesus gave to the church and how we can incorporate His example …
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Series: It’s Time to Grow Up - Godly Conflict Part 2 - Pastor Lynn - 06/09/2024
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This Sunday Pastor Lynn continues her message on how to address conflict, particularly when it feels personal! Conflict will happen in relationships and communities. This is a part of being human and a byproduct of being different from one another. Paul writes about the Body of Christ, the Church: "We being many are one body in Christ" (Romans 12:5…
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