SLP Happy Hour

SLP Happy Hour

SLP Happy Hour is a podcast for caring SLPs who want more calm and less chaos in their workday. We are passionate about combating perfectionism and helping SLPs create stronger and healthier relationships with their work worlds, and to have more fun and calm at home. On the podcast, we talk about ha...

Ep 200: The 20 Most Important Lessons I’ve learned as an SLP
SLP Happy Hour
Ep 200: The 20 Most Important Lessons I’ve learned as an SLP

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Sept. 17, 2026

Ep 200: The 20 Most Important Lessons I’ve learned as an SLP

Welcome to the 200th episode of the SLP Happy Hour Podcast! This episode focuses on life and career lessons Sarah's learned during these 200 episodes. Listen on for: Trusting yourself 10% more How to remind yourself you are making an impact, even in a difficult system Focusing your energy to where it'll grow (the 80/20 rule and how it applies to speech therapy) ...and more Show Notes: https://www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/200
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Sept. 3, 2026

Ep 199: AAC Systems & Support Through Coaching w/Brianna Hughes

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 Resources Mentioned: AAC Courses and Resources: https://www.briannahughesslp.com/ Tell Me Curriculum: https://www.attainmentcompany.com/tell-me-program AAC In the Cloud: https://www.aacconference.com/ Show Notes: https://www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/19
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May 7, 2026

Ep 198: The Autism Conversation: What We Say— and What Needs to Change

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
197
April 9, 2026

197: How the SPIKES Protocol Can Improve Difficult Conversations w/Dr Jennifer Hanners Gutierrez

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. Jennifer's substack: https://open.substack.com/pub/jenniferhannersgutierrez Show notes: www.slphappyhour.com/show-notes/197 Review the show: http://bit.ly/2kM2JPQ SLP Happy Hour on Teachers Pay Teachers: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/slp-happy-ho
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March 12, 2026

Ep 196: Navigating Conversations with Advocates w/ Sarah Bishop

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 Review the podcast: https://apple.co/2PuZc8c SLP Happy Hour Teachers Pay Teachers Store: h
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Feb. 12, 2026

Ep 195: Navigating Difficult Feedback

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