School-Based Strategies for Students Who Stutter with Claire Barbao

02/24/25 • 65 min

Guest: Claire Barbao, MA, CCC-SLP

Earn 0.1 ASHA CEU for this episode with Speech Therapy PD: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/course?name=Looking-Beyond-the-Disfluenices-SchoolBased-Strategies-for-S

Join Carolyn Dolby as she welcomes Claire Barbao, owner of Kindly Speech LLC and a specialist in fluency disorders. The episode covers effective strategies for supporting students who stutter, emphasizing the importance of behavioral tactics and addressing emotional and cognitive aspects. The conversation deepens into goal setting, therapy activities, and ways to empower students through self-advocacy and mindfulness. Claire Barbao shares her journey, expertise, and insights on enhancing the well-being and communication skills of students who stutter. This episode is ideal for school clinicians, with practical advice and professional guidance.

Episode Timeline:

00:00 Introduction and Housekeeping

00:29 Guest Introduction: Claire Barbao

02:26 Claire's Journey to Specialization

05:46 Understanding Stuttering: Beyond Behavior

08:48 Advocacy and Coping Strategies for Students

26:56 Strength-Based Goals and Therapy

34:17 Emphasizing Student-Centered Approaches

34:50 Understanding Student Perspectives on Stuttering

35:34 Exploring Situational Challenges

38:17 The Role of Speech Therapists

45:22 Therapy Techniques and Activities

56:09 Empowering Students Through Self-Advocacy

01:03:58 Conclusion and Resources

About the Guest: Claire Barbao, MA, CCC-SLP, is a clinical supervisor at the University of Virginia and a Candidate Specialist recognized by the American Board of Fluency and Fluency Disorders. Her current clinical practice and instruction focus on fluency disorders, motor speech disorders, adult rehabilitation, and culturally responsive intervention. Her clinical experience includes both inpatient and outpatient medical settings, private practice, telepractice, and working in a public school system. Claire also owns the private practice, Kindly Speech LLC, where she sees clients and provides education to parents and the SLP community. She believes in providing person-centered therapy services and engaging in collaboration with families, caregivers, and other professionals to support her clients best.

Guest: Claire Barbao, MA, CCC-SLP

Earn 0.1 ASHA CEU for this episode with Speech Therapy PD: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/course?name=Looking-Beyond-the-Disfluenices-SchoolBased-Strategies-for-S

Episode Timeline:

00:00 Introduction and Housekeeping

00:29 Guest Introduction: Claire Barbao

02:26 Claire's Journey to Specialization

05:46 Understanding Stuttering: Beyond Behavior

08:48 Advocacy and Coping Strategies for Students

26:56 Strength-Based Goals and Therapy

34:17 Emphasizing Student-Centered Approaches

34:50 Understanding Student Perspectives on Stuttering

35:34 Exploring Situational Challenges

38:17 The Role of Speech Therapists

45:22 Therapy Techniques and Activities

56:09 Empowering Students Through Self-Advocacy

01:03:58 Conclusion and Resources

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Top 5 Tips for Excelling in Your School-Based CFY with Julie Barber-Bristol

Guest: Julie Barber-Bristol MS, CCC-SLP

Earn 0.1 ASHA CEU for this episode with Speech Therapy PD: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/course?name=Top-5-Tips-for-Excelling-in-Your-School-Based-CFY

Join Carolyn Dolby, host of School of Speech presented by Speech Therapy PD, as she welcomes returning guest and seasoned clinician Julie Barber Bristol. In this episode, they dive into the top five tips for excelling in your school-based Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY). Viewers will learn key strategies such as mastering the art of assessment, harnessing the power of data, weaving powerful lessons through literacy, embracing continuous learning, and the importance of organization. They also share personal anecdotes, offer practical advice, and discuss the importance of creating an environment where CFs feel comfortable to ask questions and be vulnerable. This session provides invaluable insights for both CFs and their supervisors.

Episode Timeline:

00:00 Welcome and Introductions

01:49 Financial Disclosures and Audience Participation

02:37 Guest Introduction: Julie Barber Bristol

04:34 Funny and Embarrassing CF Stories

12:48 Mastering the Art of Assessment

25:12 Harnessing the Power of Data

29:06 Weaving Powerful Lessons with Literacy

33:14 Collaborative Teaching Strategies

33:56 Effective Use of Repetition in Learning

35:52 Building a Year-Long Lesson Plan

37:24 Embracing Continuous Learning

39:32 The Importance of Collaboration

47:36 Organizational Tips for Speech Pathologists

01:00:08 Final Takeaways for CFs and Supervisors

01:03:15 Conclusion and CEU Reminder

About the Guest: Julie L. Barber-Bristol, M.S., CCC-SLP, is a highly experienced speech-language pathologist with a career spanning more than two decades. She holds licenses in New York, Pennsylvania, and Texas, respectively, and specializes in school-based therapy. Julie integrates children’s literature to enhance speech and language development. Currently based in Cypress, Texas, she works in the Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District. She previously worked at the Capital Area Intermediate Unit in Pennsylvania, offering therapy across various educational settings. In New York, she worked in private practice, delivering services to clients in diverse settings including homes, preschools, schools, private facilities, hospitals, and nursing facilities.

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Empowering School-Based SLPs with AI Tools with Jennie Belen

Guest: Jennie Belen, MS, CCC-SLP

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Join host Carolyn Dolby and special guest Jennie Belen in this enlightening School of Speech episode presented by Speech Therapy PD. Learn how AI tools can revolutionize the workload for school-based speech-language pathologists (SLPs). Jennie, the founder of the Latina SLP, shares her journey and insights into using AI for lesson planning, report writing, creating therapy materials, and much more. Discover practical AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude AI, and Diffit that can save time and enhance your efficiency without compromising ethics or personal connection with students. This episode offers valuable resources, especially for those juggling substantial caseloads and facing burnout. Plus, get a sneak peek into Jennie's upcoming session at the Spring into Learning conference. Don’t miss out on these game-changing tips!

About the Guest: Jennie Belen, MS, CCC-SLP is a wife & a mom of two. She has been a school-based SLP for most of her 28-year career and has worked with diverse populations, including children ages 1-21. She also served as a bilingual (Spanish) SLP & CF supervisor in New Jersey. Most recently, she launched her SLP business, sharing about AI tools and time-saving resources for SLPs.