From tongue-training to throat-scoping, learning and CEU-earning. What’s new at TalkTools? 1. FUNCTIONAL ASSESSMENT AND REMEDIATION OF TOTS (BOOK) The dynamic duo Robyn Merkel-Walsh, MA, CCC-SLP and Lori Overland, MS, CCC-SLP, C/NDT, CLC have co-authored the new book, Functional Assessment and Remediation of TOTs. Robyn and Lori have developed a comprehensive, evidenced-based program, the Merkel-Walsh & Overland TOTs Protocol, to assist in the identification […]
“Stop & Teach”: Achieving Independence for Your Special Needs Child
I thought that maybe I would give everyone an update on how Elizabeth is doing in her life. ELIZABETH IS 20 YEARS OLD NOW. AND SHE IS IN A COLLEGE PROGRAM AT OUR LOCAL UNIVERSITY. The program is set up such that the students with special needs are have buddy/coaches who are also students at […]
A GLANCE AT THE PREMIERE OF OUR NEW TOTS WORKSHOP
The premiere of our brand-new live workshop, “Functional Assessment and Remediation of Tethered Oral Tissues (TOTs),” instructed by tongue-tie experts Robyn Merkel-Walsh, MA, CCC-SLP and Lori Overland, MS, CCC-SLP, C/NDT, CLC was held on Saturday, January 27 in Iselin, New Jersey. With 87 people in attendance, the workshop was a great success that enlightened and inspired audience members. Feedback from […]
5.3 YEARS: THE COOLEST SPEECH THERAPIST
You know how there are some people who you just click with? That’s how it is for Belle and Monica Mitchell, TalkTools speech therapist. Belle adores her. Not only does Monica have the absolute coolest toys, she is also super patient and fun. Our two hours together this month flew by, and Belle was sad to leave. […]