Stepping into a job interview is intimidating for many of us, but  when you're a teen or young adult with a communication disorder, it can feel overwhelming.  On the Speech Umbrella podcast, we tackle this subject head-on, with my husband, Dan Stratton, bringing his IT management and interview expertise to the table. One of Dan's passions is helping young adults in their career searches and interviews. Together we demystify the interview process, transforming it from a...

To mark the 100th episode, Dan (our business manager) interviews Denise about her favorite episodes, the beginnings of the podcast, and what the future holds for The Speech Umbrella.

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Free Resource Library
Where Everybody Knows Your Name 
Interview with Char Boshart 
Interview with Dr. Shereen Lim 
To Infinity and Beyond 
The Power of Too 
Follow the Narrative Road 
The Conversation Game 
Phonological Awareness Tracking Tool 
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Don’t we hear some of the funniest, wisest, all around best things from children? Here’s a collection of some my best moments with clients in 2023. Enjoy Kids Say the BEST Things, 2023.

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Emoji Handout 
Empowering Children with Autism Through Natural Language Acquisition 
Essential Language for Autism 
Open Doors 
A Parent, A Child, and Autism 
Kids Say the Best Things 2022 
Music: Simple Gifts performed by Ted Yoder, used...

Unleash the power of storytelling on your child's developmental journey! Join us as we explore the transformative influence of family narratives on children. Based on the research of Robin Fivush and Marshall P. Duke, we reveal the multitude of benefits kids reap when they know their family tales. Their resilience, self-esteem, and social skills see a significant boost. More than that, we consider how these stories can be effectively integrated into therapy, serving as instruments...

Ever wondered how to effectively enhance language development in children with autism? The Speech Umbrella's 97th episode is here to illuminate your path! I'm Denise Stratton, and I'll be unpacking the power of child-centered approaches like Natural Language Acquisition (NLA), explaining how it helps build spontaneous and generative language. We'll decode complex terms such as Gestalt Language Processors (GLPs), Analytic Language Processors (ALPs), and Developmental Sentence...

Do you ever wonder just what your data is telling you, and how to use your data to help your clients progress? If so, then this episode is tailor made for you! In part two of Leading and Lagging Indicators you’ll learn about some therapy ideas for measuring leading indicators. Leading indicators are so helpful, because they predict future success and help us chart the way forward with our clients.

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Leading and Lagging Indicators, Part One 
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Knowing whether you’re measuring leading indicators, which predict future outcomes, or lagging indicators, which measure past success, is key to understanding what your data tells you. But it’s not so easy to tell the difference between the two, and that’s the reason for this podcast. It’s the first of a two part series because there is lot to digest around leading and lagging indicators.

Check out my free resource library and my store for some fantastic...

Have you ever wondered how the simple word “too” can shape a child’s comprehension of the world around them? In this podcast I delve into this overlooked adverb and discuss why it’s a powerful tool for understanding, comparing, and explaining. Plus I share practical ideas for teaching the power of too in therapy. I explore why mastering the word is particularly helpful for children on the autism spectrum, and how the nuances of language can open their world....

Tired of feeling perplexed by nasal air emission and phoneme-specific nasal emission? We’ve got you covered in this enlightening episode! We’ll unravel these complex issues that often trip up even the most experienced SLPs, providing you with a wealth of knowledge and practical strategies. Expect to gain a clearer understanding as we dissect hypernasality, nasal air emission, and phoneme-specific nasal emission, shedding light on how to distinguish and treat these...

This podcast is one you won’t want to miss. My guest is Dr. Shereen Lim, a dentist who specializes in airway health. Dr Lim has written a book called Breath, Sleep, Thrive: Discover how airway health can unlock your child’s greater health, learning, and potential.

In this interview we cover a lot of ground, from the value of breastfeeding for jaw development, to the effect of tongue ties on posture, and so much more!

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Breathe, Sleep, Thrive:...