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Not a substitute for a formal SLP education or medical advice for patients/caregivers. Fresh SLP is in no way affiliated with or representing any university.
Meet Katie Brown, a speech-language pathologist and certified brain injury specialist who started her own private practice after just three years of being in the medical SLP field. In the latest episode of The Missing Link, Katie walks listeners through her journey to opening her private practice, discusses some of her favorite resources, offers advice to students and clinical fellows just starting out, and much more. Visit FreshSLP.com/podcast for this episode's show notes, a full audio transcript and more great resources at the intersection of grad school and a successful SLP career. Not a substitute for a formal SLP education or medical advice for patients/caregivers. Fresh SLP is in no way affiliated with or representing any university. ...
In this episode of The Missing Link for SLPs podcast, I want to describe to you how my days play out as a medical speech pathologist in a variety of different settings. ---> Download this episode's “study guide” or the full audio transcript <--- Format Storytelling and discussion based on “Post It note questions for the professor” Focus Mattie lays out her days in a variety of settings as a medical SLP. Story Key story that hits home from discussion - memory momento Discussion & Reflection Questions What happens during my day On a medical unit in a Level 2 trauma hospital In a rural hospital Outpatient clinic Home health SNF Private practice Telepractice Overseas With insights on How I start my day How a schedule is created Structure/vs no structure Flexibility Activities during the day in addition to therapy Challenge Of The Week This week, think about the medical setting that might best meet your interests and passions. Quote Of The Week “Successful people are not gifted; they just work hard, then succeed on purpose.” G.K. Nelson Tip For Success Be mindful of what you enjoy and what you don’t enjoy as you work. Over the course of a career, you want to be doing what ...
In this episode of The Missing Link for SLPs podcast, I want to talk about imposter syndrome, and how to build your confidence as a speech language pathologist. ---> Download this episode's “study guide” or the full audio transcript <--- Format Storytelling, discussion, Q & A Focus In this episode, we are discussing strategies for increasing your overall confidence and addressing Impostor Syndrome. “What if I make a mistake?” “What if they find out I am not any good?” “What…” I often hear this concern from my students as they are uncertain of how to make the leap from knowing what they have in their heads and really owning it. It is like they are at the edge of a deep chasm, leaning over, looking down and doubting their skills. For a variety of reasons, they are uncertain how to be the expert they want to be. Story Stepping into academia and the internet. Discussion Questions: How can I overcome Impostor Syndrome? How can I feel more confident as a therapist? I am afraid of people finding out I really don’t know what I am doing. What do I do? How do I get to be like those great SLPs that I see on YouTube or meet at conventions? Challenge Of The Week Recognize one sabotaging thought a day this week and turn it into a positive thought. Recognizing those negative thoughts will ...
