The Missing Link for SLPs

Meet the Surgeon: Voice Feminization Surgery Explained for Patients and Therapists

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Wed, 15 Mar 2023 22:27:04 +0000

Want to know more about transgender voice feminization and gender affirmation surgery? In this first episode in a new mini-series, Mr Chadwan Al Yaghchi, Consultant Surgeon, gives us insight into the surgical processes involved. He talks about pre-op, post-op, recovery time, what to expect in terms of end results, and the importance of good resources and working in conjunction with speech language therapists and other health professionals.

For patients, Mr Al Yaghachi covers the steps to take in finding a surgeon and your team. For therapists, he has great suggestions for getting to know exactly what surgeons do.

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.

Learnings from the Day in the Life of a School-Based SLP Series

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 21 Feb 2023 23:18:00 +0000

In this last episode in this Day in the Life of a School Based series, Katie Widestrom-Landgra and Mattie Murrey-Tegels reflect on what they gleaned from the conversations and guests.

Hear what they expected going into the series, their highlights, what resonated between fields, and why it’s important to talk about the upsides and challenges in the roles of SLPs.

Finding joy and balance as a manager and a practitioner in public schools

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Thu, 09 Feb 2023 01:44:00 +0000

In this episode, Dr Jill Rentmeester-Disher, a manager in the Minnesota public school system, talks with Katie Widestrom-Landgraf about how she finds joy and balance in her work. Not only does she work on the management side, she is also hands-on with a caseload.

Jill speaks of her interest in implementation science and using evidence-based practices to work with diverse caseloads and multilingual communities. She also talks about the importance of professional growth for practitioners from a managerial perspective, along with current staffing issues within the SLP field.

Being overloaded as a school based SLP and how to turn it around!

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 10 Jan 2023 10:55:00 +0000

Today’s guest, Ebony Green, has made it her business to help other SLPs get a fair deal in school based settings! Ebony speaks openly and honestly about the challenges she faced as a school based SLP and the situation that led to her leaving direct employment and moving into contract work – ultimately leading to her speciality and expertise as the “SLP Contracts Queen”! A strong advocate for change, Ebony speaks about the importance of being happy in your work as an SLP, and having the flexibility to be able to work creatively and innovatively as a therapist.

Push-in versus Pull-in, Scheduling, Student Buy-In and Related Service in Middle School!

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 03 Jan 2023 10:19:00 +0000

Having experienced being a school based SLP from early intervention through to programs for students up to 22 years old, today’s guest, Bridget Karp, now works in a middle school and is loving it! In this episode, Bridget talks with Katie Widestrom-Langraf about her individual and group work with autistic, medically fragile students, and resource classes. She talks about the benefits and challenges of using push-in and pull-out models, what services she provides, what she’s learning more about as she needs to, and challenges around scheduling, student buy-in and managing workload. Bridget and Katie also discuss SLPs provisions of “related services” under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).

Managing your caseload, data, and end goal of exiting your students!

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 27 Dec 2022 10:13:00 +0000

Today’s guest, Michele Rothstein, always knew that a school based SLP role was for her. Michelle has a passion for autistic students, and works as a “department of one” in an elementary school in Philadelphia. Michelle stresses the importance of caseload management, and speaks about adapting services to meet student needs. She explains how she balances treatment with data collection and record keeping requirements. She also talks about how she prepares parents for the ultimate end goal of their child’s exit from her SLP services, sometimes after years of working with them.

Working across age ranges in a small bilingual school with Breeah Carey

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 20 Dec 2022 16:23:00 +0000

In this episode, we talk with Breeah Carey, an SLP truly loving her work as a contract school based therapist in a small bilingual school of 200 students. She talks about how she works with students from pre-K right through to eighth grade, their parents, and their teachers.

Big on relationship building, Breeah speaks about, especially after post-pandemic isolation, the importance of helping her little ones build relationships and communication skills with others to help improve overall quality of life. She also talks about how she had to learn additional skills to also work in private practice, and the benefits of social media for SLPS.

Learnings and Insight from Transitioned School Based SLP with Renee Brown, The Busy Speech Mom

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 13 Dec 2022 10:50:00 +0000

In this episode, you’ll hear Renee Brown talking with Katie Widestrom-Landgraf about how she took up an opportunity to switch from being a medical SLP to being school based. Renee talks about aspects of being a school based SLP that she needed to relearn and update to meet current practice. She also talks about what’s worked for her to work collaboratively with teachers, and other duties SLPs may find themselves tasked with in the school setting. A therapist who takes a holistic child led approach, Renee talks about the importance of advocacy not just for students, but also yourself, and the SLP profession.

Being a School and Private Practice SLP

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 06 Dec 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Our guest for this episode, Noelle Scolieri, works in both private practice and schools. Noelle talks about how she learned to adapt to the expectations of being an SLP as a grad student versus the reality in the job, and working long days. Hear how being a graduate student at the start of the pandemic and being unable to go to planned placements ultimately has led her to finding a niche in teletherapy. Noelle also shares some great tips on how to manage challenges such as attendance and no-show issues, leading an IEP meeting, and working effectively with other school-based professions.

SLP Time Savers and Work in Special Ed

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 29 Nov 2022 10:07:00 +0000

Today’s guest, Amy Basso, works in a school based SLP role, with a difference.

Listen to her talk about working in special education in a very small interdisciplinary school within the very much bigger population of NYC – a role which has an overlap with some aspects of medical SLP work. Amy also talks about how working in an NYC district with a strong union presence affects contracts and work scheduling.

Amy is a whiz on working smartly to manage SLP workloads and, in particular, using systems and technology to save time. You’ll learn some great tips on how you can do this too in this episode!

Working with kids across elementary school ages and SLP needs

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 22 Nov 2022 11:16:00 +0000

In this episode, Stacey Richey, SLP, talks about her work with kids from preschool right through to sixth grade with varying needs and disabilities. Listen to Stacy talk about the challenges of having to know a little bit of everything as an SLP, and how she manages scheduling across different groups in a moderately sized elementary school. She also talks about the importance of having fun, and has some great suggestions for keeping track of the special moments that happen as a school-based SLP!

Meet an SLP who has a passion for helping little ones from the get-go!

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 15 Nov 2022 11:58:00 +0000

Carol Terpstra, is an SLP who knows how to transition careers! In this episode, you’ll hear how she’s gone from an undergrad economics degree, to SLP for postgrad, then medical SLP to school based SLP, and now children’s book author.

She talks about the differences between working on contract versus as an employee, why she loves working with pre-K through first grade, and the importance of identifying learning, literacy, and language needs early in a child’s life.

Meet a Elementary and High School Level SLP, and a Resource Developer on the Side!

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 08 Nov 2022 12:58:00 +0000

Today’s guest, Katelyn Kelps, not only works as an SLP at both high school and elementary level, she also develops resources and other fun stuff for SLPs on the side!

Listen to her talk with Katie Widestrom-Landgraf about having flexibility, building trust with kids, collaboration with other staff, how she sets boundaries and recharges, and her thoughts on maybe having her own private practice in the future.

You can do it! Working as an SLP in a high school setting

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 01 Nov 2022 12:31:00 +0000

In this episode, we hear from an SLP who loves her work in high schools! Karly Sisco talks with Katie Widestrom-Landgraf about misconceptions people may have about high school populations, and how she adapted her SLP practice after working in medical, elementary, and then to high schools.

Karly has a particular interest in neurodiversity and shares her passion for helping prepare teens at high school to become self-advocates, functional, and independent. She also shares some of the challenges you may not learn about in grad school, particularly speech schedules and caseloads that may impact on the capacity to have individual sessions with students.

She’s Back! Katie Widestrom-Landgraf talks on the joys of a switch to a school-based SLP

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 25 Oct 2022 07:00:00 +0000

This first episode in a new series sees the welcome return of Katie Widestrom-Landgraf. In this episode, Katie reflects on how and why she switched from being a medical SLP to school-based, and how much she still loves a day in the life of a school-based SLP, over 20 years later.

Stay tuned! For the next 10 episodes of this series, Katie will be bringing her school-based SLP experience to the interviewing seat and talking with various guests also working in schools and educational settings.

Moving Forward into Recovery

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Mon, 05 Sep 2022 11:41:00 +0000

In this last episode in the Speechless SLP series with Vanessa Abraham, she speaks about different steps she has taken and still is, to get back to her old life, and where she’s thinking her experience of being speechless may lead in the future. You’ll hear how she has tried various natural therapies and remedies to help her recovery, taken CEUs to improve her knowledge, how she deals with PTSD, and her suggestions for resources and materials SLPs can create for patients and their families.

Depression and Anxiety are Real

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Mon, 29 Aug 2022 11:10:00 +0000

Have you ever heard a direct perspective of what it’s like to be in an ICU bed, speechless, and then getting a Passy Muir valve?

In this episode in the Speechless SLP series, Vanessa Abraham talks specifically about how this affected her mental health. Based on her experiences, she talks about how SLPs can help patients, and their families, tend to the invisible emotional and psychological scars that nobody can see.

Why Nurses Make Some of the Best Friends an SLP Can Have

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Mon, 22 Aug 2022 00:07:00 +0000

In this episode in the Speechless SLP series with Vanessa Abraham, we meet one of the first people to take care of her in the ICU, Shannon Cotton, RN. Care being the operative word, Shannon walks her talk. Shannon shares how she navigated and planned appropriate communication with Vanessa while she was speechless, the important role that SLPs working in ICUs play, and her suggestions for SLPs working with patients and their families.

From Fentanyl to Friendship

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Mon, 15 Aug 2022 04:45:00 +0000

To say that today’s guest, Laura Davis, is dedicated and passionate about her career as an ICU nurse and the people and community she serves would be an understatement!

In this episode, the tenth in the Speechless series with Vanessa Abraham, Laura shares her experiences being on the nightshift with Vanessa as a patient, awake and unable to speak. Laura also talks about how ICU nursing staff works with Speech, PT, and OTs and has some great advice for working as a team with other health professionals.

Unconditional Love and Unending Support

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Mon, 08 Aug 2022 22:58:00 +0000

A pivotal role when a parent with young children suddenly becomes critically ill is who is going to look after the kids. In this episode of the Speechless SLP with Vanessa Abraham, we hear from her mom, Pam, on what it was like to have a daughter needing hospital care, and a young granddaughter needing to be looked after as well.

The Experience of Treating a Colleague

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Mon, 01 Aug 2022 00:18:00 +0000

Whatever setting you work in, having an understanding of the various skills, and approach to care, of allied disciplines is important. In this eighth episode of the Speechless SLP series, Vanessa Abraham and I talk with the two Physical Therapists involved in her ICU care.

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.

The Perspective of Treating One of Our Own Through Conversations with ICU and OP SLPs

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Wed, 27 Jul 2022 03:27:00 +0000

It can be a daunting prospect for any health professional to have to treat a member of their own profession. In this episode, we hear from two SLPs, Danielle Torrez and Sherry Ewing. They talk about how they manage their respective roles in acute care and outpatient settings with Vanessa Abraham.

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.

The Speechless Husband: How He Lost Control and Got It Back

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Mon, 18 Jul 2022 01:19:00 +0000

You’ve all heard the vow, in sickness and in health. As health professionals, we very often meet and interact with a significant other or close family member right alongside our patients or clients, especially if they are speechless.

In this sixth episode in the Speechless SLP series, we hear Dale Abraham’s bedside perspective of what it was like when Vanessa suddenly became ill and hospitalized, right through to challenges in care facilities. Hear how he advocated for her recovery, even when he was not allowed to be at her side.

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.

The Speechless True Friend: The Gift of Paying It Forward

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Mon, 11 Jul 2022 01:31:00 +0000

When you have a medical crisis, it is not just medical professionals and family that may help you pull through – your personal and professional friendships and connections may come to the fore in surprisingly helpful ways (or not)!

In this fifth episode of the Speechless SLP series, Vanessa Abraham, and Ashley Reed, SLP, talk about the value of friendship. Hear how Ashely was able to contribute to Vanessa's care, support her family, and her eventual return to work.

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.

A Speechless Recovery: What is Post Intensive Care Syndrome?

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Wed, 06 Jul 2022 02:02:00 +0000

Post Intensive Care Syndrome, or PICS, may be relatively new as a formal diagnosis, however it is a very real condition patients and/or their family may experience after spending time in ICU. In episode four of The Speechless SLP series, Anna Lewis, Clinical Social Worker, talks about what PICs is and types of care during and after critical illnesses that can help with recovery. Vanessa Abraham speaks about dealing with her symptoms after her time in ICU, and the benefits of her participation in a PICS support group.

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.

The Speechless Doctor: The Art of being a Doctor to a Speechless SLP

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Sat, 02 Jul 2022 01:10:00 +0000

Patient-clinician relationships are crucial in any type of care. In this third episode of the Speechless SLP series, Vanessa Abraham, SLP, and her ICU doctor, Dr. Jared Rosen, share their thoughts on how important this relationship is, and how you can work with patients/clients, and their families.

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.

Vanessa Abraham: The Ugly Truth About Being Speechless in a Hospital Bed

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Wed, 22 Jun 2022 06:04:00 +0000

Terrifying. That’s the main thing Vanessa Abraham remembers from her experiences of being hospitalized.

In this second episode with Vanessa, hear how dark her thoughts got, and how she managed to pull through.

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.

Vanessa Abraham: From Fit and Active to Critical Condition in a Week

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 14 Jun 2022 06:55:00 +0000

Imagine waking up one day and not knowing what is going on. Then knowing what you need to communicate, but not being able to do so. Vanessa Abraham, SLP, experienced just that. Listen to this episode to hear how, out of the blue, Vanessa went from fit and active to being in ICU, and unable to speak, within a week.

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.

SLPs in Crisis: If You Are at Risk of Crisis or You Are in Crisis

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Sun, 12 Jun 2022 09:54:00 +0000

In this episode, the first in the new “Mental Health Talk” series, Wilson Nice, SLP, shares her story of overcoming a crisis point in her life. We talk about how she has navigated different diagnoses and recovery, and also a number of very practical first steps you can take and/or explore that may help when you need to to take care of you.

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.

9 Top SLP Resume Questions answered by Demi Friitz, Founder of the SLP Resume!

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 07 Jun 2022 01:51:00 +0000

Are you Just starting out as an SLP, shifting fields or settings, transitioning, or just looking for a new role? Polishing up your resume and interview skills is a must. In this episode, you’ll hear tips and suggestions for different scenarios from an SLP who has literally made it her business to help other SLPs do their best in applying to, and getting the roles they want.

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.

Be a Modern SLP: Brooke Richardson on taking care of yourself and engaging with others

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 31 May 2022 12:19:00 +0000

In this day and age, there’s a lot to navigate in working as an SLP. In this episode, Brooke Richardson speaks about managing some of the big challenges, including unexpected experiences with burnout, imposter syndrome, and how to bring a positive sense of self to your role and those you work with.

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.

Managing it and being mindful with Jessi Andricks

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Fri, 20 May 2022 07:18:00 +0000

Are you feeling like your stress levels are way too high? In this episode, Jessi Andricks talks about her very real experiences with stress both as an SLP grad student and subsequently working in the field. She brings great advice for us all on managing our stress, stress triggers, and building resilience.

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.

Money Matters: Kara Britt on how to make the most of those SLP paychecks!

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Fri, 13 May 2022 01:49:00 +0000

As much as we may love what we do, at the end of the day money does matter! In this episode, the very financially smart and savvy Kara Britt talks about some of the financial choices she has made since grad school. Learn how she makes her hard-earned money work for her, and her family’s future, and how you too can find ways to make your money work for you.

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.

Shifting and Switching As Needed: Sam Walker from Speaking with Samantics

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Wed, 04 May 2022 01:40:00 +0000

In this episode, hear how Sam Walker has shifted and adapted her career since graduating, and some of the challenges and rewards along the way. She speaks about how she came to make the choice to become an SLP, and how the impacts of the pandemic unleashed her creative endeavors! Learn how she approaches the flexibility of SLP work and incorporates the ability to be flexible into her work, including helping new graduates take their first steps.

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.

Jenni Provda on Bringing Your A Game, and Being Okay With Not Being Perfect All The Time

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 26 Apr 2022 02:12:00 +0000

In this episode medical SLP Jenni Provda speaks about the importance of being human! Yes, that's right, how to be okay with mistakes! She reflects on the emotional challenges of working in an ever-changing field. She talks about getting buy-in from other professionals. Jenni also reminds us that as 'works in progress', becoming knowledgeable in your field as an SLP takes time.

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.

Dedicated and Determined: Rose Griffin on Finding and Following Her Passion

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Wed, 20 Apr 2022 09:16:00 +0000

A school-based placement in her final year of grad school led this week’s guest, Rose Griffin, to a long and successful career dedicated to helping kids with autism communicate. Learn how she developed and honed her skills over the years in different roles. And how invaluable she found gaining practical experience to be.

Hear great examples of how Rose has laid the foundations, built rapport, and established baseline measures with kids she’s worked with. She also has great advice for communicating with others involved in a child’s wellbeing.

Rose also reminds us about the importance of professionalism and positivity as an SLP. And remembering to ensure you have a good work-life balance!

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.

Once an SLP always and only an SLP?: James Berges speaks about transitioning careers

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 12 Apr 2022 12:24:00 +0000

In this episode, James Berges speaks candidly about his doubts in grad school about being a clinical SLP for his entire career. As it turns out, he wasn’t alone! Learn how James ultimately faced and overcame his fears to transition from clinical work into creating content to help other SLPs explore their own career transitions.

In this conversation with James you'll hear about many practical online resources, for both new grads and experienced SLPs alike, to explore and learn if and how you may transition careers at some point in time and make the most of your SLP skills and education in your chosen career.

Real World Preparation with Hallie Sherman: You Are Enough!

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 05 Apr 2022 01:22:00 +0000

Think you’ve figured out everything about working as an SLP in the real world after you graduate? Think again!

In this episode, Hallie Sherman gives some great practical real world advice ranging from job interview preparation, to effective lesson planning, to seeking guidance as needed. She reminds us that it’s okay to not be perfect! That the kids you work with are your focus, and you will be making an impact in their lives. And most importantly, enjoy it and have fun!

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.

How to embrace evolution and revolution with Mai Ling Chan

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 29 Mar 2022 02:53:00 +0000

The exceptional Mai Ling Chan takes us through the personal and professional evolutionary process of her career in this episode.

A connector of people, Mai reflects on the importance of connecting and building relationships with people both inside and outside of the field of SLP. As an author, Mai speaks about how her response to criticism and critical feedback has changed over time and with experience.

An advocate for working as a whole person, Mai encourages us all to bring to the profession other things that we love and are good at, and to explore, explore, explore!

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.

From there to here – three experienced SLPs talk about their practices and skills learned since grad school

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Wed, 23 Mar 2022 12:37:00 +0000

In this episode, you’ll hear three SLPs reflect on their experiences and learnings since grad school. Have they stayed on the career paths and in the settings they expected? Do they practice the same methods and techniques they learned in school? How do they feel about participating in Continuing Education, and adopting or adapting new learnings and skill sets? How do they now personally and professionally manage the “savior complex” and wanting to fix people? Do they now find themselves as SLPs working with different interdisciplinary teams that all play a part in therapy?

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.

Spring Break Announcement

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Thu, 24 Feb 2022 03:34:00 +0000

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.

She Has Answers, and Good Ones: A Conversation with an SLP Who Isn’t Afraid to Speak Up on What is Missing in our Field

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 15 Feb 2022 10:50:00 +0000

This episode not only identifies what is wrong with our field today, but some very powerful, realistic, actionable solutions by an SLP who talks and talk and walks the walk. She is clear on what she didn’t learn in graduate school, why she didn’t learn it, and what to do about it!

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.

Why Having Your Own Board of Directors is Important to SLPs

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Thu, 03 Feb 2022 02:35:00 +0000

Wouldn’t it be wonderful to have your own Board of Directors, working together to give you the best advice and support for your future, having your best interests in mind? Today we talk about this unique and valuable approach to add to your professional aand personal toolbox.

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.

Wading Into the SLP Ick Pond: Rejections, Conflicts, and Minimizations

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Thu, 27 Jan 2022 06:23:00 +0000

In this episode, “icky” things that SLPs have to deal with such as not feeling like they belong, rejection, minimization, conflict resolution, needing to apologize and admit they are wrong, and feelings of being threatened as an SLP. Gasp! So many uncomfortable topics! Joining these three SLP friends as they discuss these uncomfortable topics in a supportive environment.

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.

Signs It is Time to Switch Up Your SLP Career

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 18 Jan 2022 03:14:00 +0000

Have you ever thought about changing jobs? Making either calculated lateral moves or larger horizontal leaps? Then this episode is for you as we talk about deciding why to change jobs, what to do next, adding value to the importance of how you want to feel, and the best advice to our younger SLPs selves yet on being stong SLPs!

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.

Top Mindsets for SLPs to Overcoming Impostor Syndrome

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Wed, 12 Jan 2022 08:41:00 +0000

Have you ever thought, “I’m not good enough.” or “What if they find out I really don’t belong here because everyone else is better than me.”? Then this is the episode for you! Here, we talk about what Impostor Syndrome is, why it is so prevalent in our field, and the top mindsets and approaches to reduce your feelings of inadequacy and raise your level of confidence.

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.

Top 3 Strategies SLPs Can Use to Fight Burnout & Feeling Overwhelmed

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Wed, 22 Dec 2021 02:32:00 +0000

This is our holiday season special and we talk about the importance of taking care of ourselves first and just how to do that! Why is this episode so important? Because we are important! Warning to those of you who work with voice - Mattie is recovering from phonotrauma due to excessive coughing and you can hear it in her voice. This conversation is about lessons learned about self-cares.

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.

Top 3 Strategies SLPs Can Use to Fight Burnout & Feeling Overwhelmed

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Wed, 15 Dec 2021 05:37:00 +0000

In this episode, we talk about burnout and being overwhelmed as SLPs. We discuss boundaries, meditation, self-advocacy and what it means to be a human-being, not just a human-doing.

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.

Curious How SLPs in Different Settings Choose When to Say Goodbye?

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Wed, 08 Dec 2021 06:08:00 +0000

This episode is an emotional one as we talk about all things discharge! Have you ever been curious about how SLPs in a variety of setting view when and how and who to discharge? And what language do we use in having these conversations! Join us in this episode of The Fishbowl Series!

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.

SLP Fishbowl Series #4: You met WHO at ASHA?? Fishbowl Bonus: 2021 ASHA Convention

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 30 Nov 2021 09:32:00 +0000

Catch this positively vibrating bonus episode of the Fishbowl series as Janet, Katie, and Mattie talk about their favorite memories of ASHA and who they’ve met this year and years past. You never know who you may be sitting beside!!

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.

SLP Fishbowl Series #3: 8 Surprising Questions SLPs Ask Themselves when Writing Goals

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Wed, 24 Nov 2021 02:58:00 +0000

During epsiode 3 of the Fishbowl series, 3 SLPs talk about the importance of knowing your big WHY when writing goals and how to really make a difference in the therapeutic outcomes of those they work with in the university setting, the schoool setting, and the medical setting.

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.

SLP Fishbowl Series #2: Transitioning from Graduate School to Your SLP Career

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Thu, 18 Nov 2021 01:44:00 +0000

In this episode of the Fishbowl the ladies talk about how they started their careers, what informed their choices and decision-making, what cascading generalization effects are, the changes in the approaches to certain treatments, why it's important to ask what you're learning from your job and stepping away from the props that you're used to using and focusing more on what you're targeting.

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.

3 SLPs Walk Into a Bar: Introduction to the SLP Fishbowl Series

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 09 Nov 2021 10:45:00 +0000

This week’s episode of The Missing Link for SLPs podcast kicks off the Fishbowl Series. This will see Katie Widestrom-Landgraf, Janet Tilstra, and Mattie Murrey discussing SLPs topics from three different perspectives, all with the goal of having listeners observe and learn from their experiences.

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.

The 4 Stages of Building a Successful SLP Private Practice Business

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Thu, 04 Nov 2021 12:54:00 +0000

During our second interview with private practice owner Jamey Schrier, he speaks on the topic of time management and dives into how SLPs can schedule their work more efficiently. He explains his “Stages of Private Practice,” strategy for making the most of his time, and wisdom for scaling up a business.

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.

Overcoming Imposter Syndrome as a Speech Language Pathologist

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 26 Oct 2021 10:39:00 +0000

During the second interview with medical speech-language pathologist Maggie Donaker, she takes us through some of the challenging aspects of her career. She also shares advice for new and transitioning SLPs and shares what advice she’d give her younger self.

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.

The Simplest Advice for SLPs: Be Yourself

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Thu, 21 Oct 2021 06:50:00 +0000

Meet Maggie Donaker, a medical speech-language pathologist who has worked in a multitude of settings throughout her career. Maggie shares her SLP origin story, why it’s important to be you in a professional setting, and some tips for networking and building the career of your dreams.

What Students Should Know About Becoming a Specialized Medical SLP

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 12 Oct 2021 07:50:00 +0000

Meet Jessica Durkovich, a medical speech-language pathologist who works in the intensive care unit. During her appearance on The Missing Link for SLPs podcast, she explains why teamwork is essential in the hospital setting, delves into the benefits of being proactive instead of reactive, and shares why her role is so rewarding.

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.

Meet the SLP Who Walked Across Hot Coals Barefoot!

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 05 Oct 2021 09:31:00 +0000

During this week’s episode of The Missing Link for SLPs podcast, we speak with speech-language pathologist, life coach, and author Tsgoyna Tanzman. She shares what writing and self-publishing a book was like, why she coaches, and what made her choose speech pathology — and return after some time away.

Bailee's in her CF and Loving It!

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Fri, 01 Oct 2021 05:15:00 +0000

During this week’s episode of The Missing Link for SLPs podcast, we catch up with Bailee Jackson, who is now graduated from her program and loving her career in her first few months of her CF year! She shares what drew her to speech-language pathology, reflects on her early experiences with clients, and offers advice for undergraduate students.

Tips for Preventing Burnout as a Medical SLP

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Thu, 23 Sep 2021 01:14:00 +0000

Meet Jenni Provda, an acute care speech-language pathologist who works in a hospital setting. Jenni shares her SLP origin story, what her typical day looks like, the rewards and challenges of working in her setting, and advice for new SLPs hoping to break into acute care.

The Etiquette of Following Up on an SLP Position

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Wed, 18 Aug 2021 04:32:00 +0000

Meet Bret Stuckenschnieder and Michelle Lytle, two medical speech-language pathologists who work in the acute care and rehabilitation setting. These close colleagues walk us through what it’s like working in such a facility, some of the challenges they face from day to day, and what new SLPs can do to break into the acute care setting.

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.

A Day in the Life of a SNF Provider: What to Expect as a New SLP

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Wed, 04 Aug 2021 12:45:00 +0000

Meet Trescha Kay, a speech-language pathologist who specializes in geriatric cognition and gender-affirming voice therapy. Trescha shares her story, explaining what it was like working in SNF facilities for six years and how she made the move to academia. She also shares what gender-affirming voice therapy entails and offers advice for new clinicians.

A Day in the Life of a Medical SLP: Conversation with a Voice Specialist

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Wed, 28 Jul 2021 03:02:00 +0000

Meet Lauren Fay, a voice specialist who works at Duke Voice Care Center, an outpatient facility within Duke University’s Healthy System. Lauren takes us through her typical day and caseload, covering the TEP and laryngectomy management she does in the process. She also offers advice for graduate students looking to pursue similar careers, offers insight into the challenges voice therapists face, and more.

A Day in the Life of a Medical SLP: Love Dysphagia? Learn What it Takes to be a FEES Private Practice SLP

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Wed, 21 Jul 2021 04:42:00 +0000

Meet Katie Decker, a medical SLP who runs her own mobile FEES practice. Katie shares how she got into speech pathology, why she felt drawn to FEES, and what it takes to start a business. She also offers wisdom for SLPs just starting out, as well as resources they can use to expand their knowledge of the field.

A Day in the Life of a Medical SLP: Conversation with an Acute Care SLP

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Wed, 14 Jul 2021 11:27:00 +0000

Meet Emily Hosokawa, a medical SLP working in the acute care setting. Emily shares the joys and challenges of working in this environment, along with what led her to pursue speech pathology in the first place. She also offers insight into building confidence as a newer SLP so clinicians can better advocate for themselves and their clients.

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.

REAL Talk: A Fun Conversation with 2 Med SLPs Who Are Now Professors and Loving It!

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 06 Jul 2021 10:45:00 +0000

Meet Tim Stockdale and Wendy Chase, two medical speech-language pathologists currently working in higher education. Both of them are professors at Rocky Mountain University, and Wendy also serves as the Director of Clinical Education. They’ve been heavily involved in building the graduate program for speech pathology there, and they walk us through what a typical day looks like for them, the challenges they’ve faced, and how they’re hoping to improve the field overall.

A Day in the Life of a Medical SLP: A Conversation with Two Private Practice FEES SLPs

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 29 Jun 2021 11:53:00 +0000

Meet George Barnes and Allie Boyer, two FEES specialists who started a mobile FEES company called FEESible Swallow Solutions. These SLPs explain how they got into such a specialized position, offer advice for students and clinical fellows looking to walk a similar path, and discuss some of the challenges they’ve faced because of COVID-19.

Conversation with "But My Speech is Fine" SLP Author, Lauren Hermann

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 22 Jun 2021 21:27:00 +0000

Meet Lauren Hermann, a medical speech-language pathologist who recently published a book called “But My Speech Is Fine!” In this episode of The Missing Link, she takes us through the process of writing and self-publishing her round-up of SLP stories, and she discusses why sharing our experiences is so important.

Dreaming Big with a Business Minded Physical Therapist

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Wed, 16 Jun 2021 02:11:00 +0000

Meet Jamey Schrier, a physical therapist, private practice owner, and career coach who helps aspiring business owners build a long-term mindset and a solid foundation for their dream life. He shares why students and recent grads need to begin their careers with the end in mind, how to reverse engineer the life they want, what to do to ensure their goals align with a company’s, and much more.

A Day in the Life of a Medical SLP: An Inpatient Rehabilitation SLP

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 08 Jun 2021 20:45:00 +0000

Meet Vanessa Hooks, a medical speech-language pathologist who works in the inpatient rehabilitation setting. She shares what kind of patients she works with on a day-to-day basis, what sort of treatment she might implement, some of the rewards and challenges of this environment, and much more.

A Day in the Life of a Private Practice Medical SLP

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 01 Jun 2021 18:56:00 +0000

Meet Marie Severson, a medical SLP who has worked in multiple medical settings during her four years practicing speech pathology. She discusses her experience working in acute care, inpatient acute rehabilitation, home health, and finally private practice. She reveals the day-to-day responsibilities of each role, why she decided to go into private practice, and even discusses her time writing for The Informed SLP.

A Day in the Life of a Medical SLP: Conversation with a Pediatric SLP

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 25 May 2021 23:46:00 +0000

Meet Lauren Pontoppidan, a pediatric medical SLP who works within the school system and in the hospital setting. She tells us how she discovered speech pathology, walks us through a typical work day, explains what it’s like working with children with severe medical conditions, and offers advice on how newer SLPs can break into the field.

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.

A Day in the LIfe of a Medical SLP: Conversation with a Private Practice Cog-Comm SLP

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Wed, 19 May 2021 22:24:00 +0000

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.

A Day in the Life of a Medical SLP Who Works in a SNF

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Wed, 12 May 2021 01:07:00 +0000

Meet Jessica Schell, a speech-language pathologist who currently works in the skilled-nursing setting. In our latest episode, Jessica shares what a typical day at a SNF facility looks like. She reveals what clinical fellows can expect from this work environment, how they can prepare themselves, and some of the biggest challenges she has faced. As an SLP who has also dipped her toes in home healthcare, she offers some insight into that setting as well.

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.

Want to Meet a Messy SLP with a Sense of Humor? (SLP Spotlight)

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 04 May 2021 23:14:00 +0000

Meet Dani Newcombe, known online as The Messy SLP. Dani works in a pediatric setting and spends her time online connecting with other speech-language pathologists through her Instagram Reels. A firm believer in using humor and positivity to approach her work, Dani dives into why she became an SLP in the first place, how she copes with the challenges of the field, and why she believes it’s so important to cling to your “why.”

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.

An Honest Conversation with a Life, Career, and Business Coach (REAL Talk)

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 27 Apr 2021 05:52:00 +0000

Meet Kate Peabody of KaptivateMe who went from climbing the Fortune 500 ladder to building her own business as a creative life, career, and business coach. Kate has helped numerous clients determine which path is “right” for them, and she’s given them the tools to take the first steps toward creating their dream lives. On this week’s episode she explains what drew her to coaching and how it’s transformed her own life and career.

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.

Schedule a free chat with Coach Kate to learn more at https://www.kaptivateme.com/

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.

Conversation with an SLP Graduate Professor on Improving the Classroom-to-Clinic Connection with Problem-Based Learning Approach (SLP Spotlight)

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 20 Apr 2021 20:51:00 +0000

Meet Louise Keegan, Ph.D., an Associate Professor of Speech-Language Pathology at Moravian College who was instrumental in developing the Master of Science program at the Pennsylvania-based institution. Louise walks us through the problem-based learning structure her graduate program embraces, how her background led her to that approach, and what advice she’d give to students seeking out an accredited Master’s program.

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.

Conversation with a Tattletale Speech Pathologist (SLP Spotlight)

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Thu, 15 Apr 2021 02:42:00 +0000

Our guest this month is a new author and a newer SLP! Meet Suleika Pryce, author of Tattletales of a Speech-Language Pathologist: the CFY's Guide to Surviving a Skilled Nursing Facility which just released February 8, 2021. This is the first in a series. Listen to this guest’s Fresh Perspective!

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.

Finding the Courage for a Career Change: Where to Begin (SLP Spotlight)

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 06 Apr 2021 20:00:00 +0000

Meet Sara Schmuckler, a speech-language pathologist who specializes in voice and recently made the jump from a full-time clinical position to starting her own private practice. In this episode of The Missing Link for SLPs, Sara reveals what her journey has been like so far and delves into how she made the brave decision to change her career path.

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.

An Interview with Two Undergraduate CSD Students {Graduate Student Journeys}

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Wed, 31 Mar 2021 00:40:00 +0000

Meet Jordyn Barber and Abbey Earl, two undergraduate students at Texas Christian University planning on pursuing careers in speech-language pathology. On this week’s episode of The Missing Link for SLPs, Jordyn and Abbey will interview Mattie, flipping the script and sharing some questions they have about graduate school, working in speech pathology and 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.

A Continued Conversation with a Soon-to-be Audiologist {Graduate Student Journeys}

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 23 Mar 2021 19:24:00 +0000

Catch up with Jordan McLaren, who graduated in December 2020 with a bachelor’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and a minor in Psychology. Jordan catches us up on everything she’s accomplished since receiving her diploma, discussing how she’s preparing for grad school interviews, what organizations she’s been keeping busy with, and how she’s staying organized with so much on her plate.

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.

More Successful Tips from a Voice Specialist: Part 2 with Kristie Knickerbocker [SLP Spotlight]

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 16 Mar 2021 17:34:00 +0000

We're back for a part two with Kristie Knickerbocker, an SLP and singing voice specialist who has a successful private practice, writes blogs, creates video content, and publishes educational materials for voice clients across the lifespan via A TEMPO Voice Center. We'll dive deeper into a day in her life, technology she uses, patient resources and the nuances of working with pediatrics.

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.

The Story of an SLP Voice Specialist: Interview with Kristie Knickerbocker [SLP Spotlight]

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 09 Mar 2021 15:52:00 +0000

Meet Kristie Knickerbocker, an SLP and singing voice specialist who has a successful private practice, writes blogs, creates video content, and publishes educational materials for voice clients across the lifespan on her website at www.atempovoicecenter.com. Kristie initially hoped to turn singing into a career, but she discovered her passion for vocology after needing to seek services for her own voice. Since then, she’s made it her goal to help others with their treatment, working across multiple settings and serving on various committees in the field. Part one of a two-part series!

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.

An Interview with an SLP Who Specializes in Accent Modification-Part 2 {Ask the Expert}

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 02 Mar 2021 01:26:00 +0000

We're back for Part 2 with Robert (Bob) McKinney, an SLP who works primarily with bilingual clients and specializes in accent management. Bob has lived in six countries, learned six different languages, and worked with clients from more than 80 nations. He shares how his background in ESL and years spent traveling led him to the field of speech-language pathology. He also discusses his book, “Here’s How to Do Accent Modification: A Manual for Speech-Language Pathologists,” and a number of other resources SLPs interested in accent modification can take advantage of.

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.

An Interview with an SLP Who Specializes in Accent Modification - Part 1 (Ask An Expert)

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Wed, 24 Feb 2021 01:32:00 +0000

Meet Robert (Bob) McKinney, an SLP who works primarily with bilingual clients and specializes in accent management. Bob has lived in six countries, learned six different languages, and worked with clients from more than 80 nations. He shares how his background in ESL and years spent traveling led him to the field of speech-language pathology. He also discusses his book, “Here’s How to Do Accent Modification: A Manual for Speech-Language Pathologists,” and a number of other resources SLPs interested in accent modification can take advantage of.

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.

A Conversation With Our 2nd Year Grad Student on Internships [Graduate Student Journeys]

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 16 Feb 2021 17:55:00 +0000

Catch up with Bailee Jackson, a second-year graduate student at St. Cloud State University, who spoke about her experience studying speech pathology at the Master’s level during a previous episode. Bailee just began her 10-week internship program working with early childhood speech pathologists in an elementary school. She updates us on how that’s going, what she’s done to make the most of her practicum, and what she's planning for once the internship is finished.

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.

Interview with a Vocologist or Why You Can’t Just Hand a Straw to Everyone [SLP Spotlight]

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Wed, 10 Feb 2021 18:56:00 +0000

Meet Dan Sherwood, a clinical vocologist at the John Hopkins Voice Center at GBMC. He discovered and pursued a SLP career after thirteen years as an on-air radio personality, hurting his own voice. A lifelong learner, Dan went to great lengths to expand his knowledge of speech pathology and vocology, reading countless books and articles - and even writing one of his own. In this episode, he talks about how that knowledge-seeking approach has improved his effectiveness in therapy and even led to more networking opportunities.

Visit FreshSLP.com/podcast for this episode's show notes, transcript and more resources.

Not a substitute for a formal SLP education or medical advice for patients/caregivers.

Welcome Back! SLPs Share Your Story Now - Just Call

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 02 Feb 2021 20:36:00 +0000

We've got some big topics and exciting guests planned for The Missing Link for SLPs this year, including continuing the SLP Graduate Student Stories series, and interviewing new authors impacting the SLP graduate space.

We're also asking all of YOU, SLPs, to call in and leave a message highlighting YOU, your SLP origin story, your questions, and your SLP experiences, to be played on a future podcast. Call 612-361-9810 to leave your message.

Learn more at freshslp.com/podcast.

Happy Holidays from the Fresh SLP Family! Back in 2021

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 22 Dec 2020 01:15:00 +0000

We are so grateful you are a listener! We're taking a holiday breather after 42 straight weeks of episodes in our first year, and will be back soon. Enjoy the archives, and we'll be talking about more strategies to get into grad school and how to launch your SLP or Audiology career with confidence in 2021. freshslp.com/podcast

Thoughts of a Soon-to-be Audiologist and Her Powerful Mindset for Graduate School {Graduate Student Journeys}Grad

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Thu, 17 Dec 2020 00:24:00 +0000

With plans to pursue a graduate degree in Audiology to work with pediatric cochlear implant recipients, this new grad walks us through applying for grad school, choosing the right program, and coping with those “what ifs” that tend to pop up during big life decisions. Listen in as she delves into the importance of mindset when it comes to planning for the future and dealing with the unexpected.

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Full audio transcript at https://bit.ly/MLE42M1.

Not a substitute for a formal SLP education or medical advice for patients/caregivers.

Ever Thought of Becoming an SLP Professor? Meet Dr. Katie Strong! {Graduate Student Journeys}

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Fri, 11 Dec 2020 00:25:00 +0000

This SLP and professor tells us what appealed to her about the field of speech pathology and how she seeks to help other rapidly growing SLPs achieve their goals. She shares insight into how graduate students and those applying to graduate school can make themselves stand out, discusses the importance of network, and briefly delves into class simulations, a tool that’s seen increased use this year.

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Full audio transcript at https://bit.ly/MLE41Strong.

Not a substitute for a formal SLP education or medical advice for patients/caregivers.

How to Make a Great First Impression and Grow in the SLP Field {How to SLP}

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Wed, 02 Dec 2020 19:41:00 +0000

During this week’s episode, two longtime speech-language pathologists walk us through how they met, why they decided to pursue speech pathology in the first place, and how they’ve come to own four practices and counting. They offer interviewing and other advice for burgeoning SLP students and new clinicians who want to make a good first impression and gain the skills they need to grow within the field.

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Full audio transcript at https://bit.ly/MLE40RR

Not a substitute for a formal SLP education or medical advice for patients/caregivers.

Mattie Talks SLP Shop with Speech Uncensored Podcast {SLP Spotlight}

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Wed, 25 Nov 2020 00:48:00 +0000

Mattie Murrey-Tegels, the founder of Fresh SLP and The Missing Link for SLPs podcast, recently spoke on Leigh Ann Porter’s Speech Uncensored Podcast about why she started her own podcast, what resources she offers through Fresh SLP, and how she helps her coaching clients realize their dreams and how to pursue them.

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Full audio transcript at https://bit.ly/MLE39MSU.

Not a substitute for a formal SLP education or medical advice for patients/caregivers.

Valuable Lessons from a 2nd Year SLP Graduate Student {SLP Graduate Student Journey}

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 17 Nov 2020 18:34:00 +0000

Meet Bailee, a second-year graduate school student pursuing a degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders offering insight into getting a Master’s degree in speech pathology. She shares what aspiring SLPs can expect from the application process and their first year in the program. She also provides useful tips on how to make the best of the experience and prioritize self-care, even when school seems overwhelming.

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Full audio transcript at https://bit.ly/MLE38BJackson.

Not a substitute for a formal SLP education or medical advice for patients/caregivers.

3 Powerful Ways to Address Systemic Inequalities in Speech Pathology {How-To SLP}

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 10 Nov 2020 23:11:00 +0000

This SLP shares what she’s learned through her studies surrounding African American English and why speech-language pathologists and educators need to be aware of different dialects when diagnosing and treating clients. She also details her time working as an SLP overseas and how she’s come to run advocacy groups and professional development groups online.

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Full audio transcript at https://bit.ly/MLE37LH.

Not a substitute for a formal SLP education or medical advice for patients/caregivers.

From Your Resume to Your Interview - How to Land Your Dream Med SLP Position {SLP Graduate Student Journey}

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 03 Nov 2020 21:37:00 +0000

After working in the field for more than 20 years and hiring plenty of SLPs over the course of her career, this SLP is ready to share her wisdom about how to land your dream job after completing grad school and a clinical fellowship. She offers interviewing tips, advice about talking up your accomplishments, and even outlines some of the things you should NOT do if you’re hoping to leave a positive impression.

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Full audio transcript at http://bit.ly/MLE36Winter.

Not a substitute for a formal SLP education or medical advice for patients/caregivers.

She Made the Scary Leap from SLPA to SLP and She is Doing Well! {Private Practice Possibilities}

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 27 Oct 2020 22:44:00 +0000

This SLP shares what it was like transitioning from teaching and working as an SLPA to getting her Master’s in speech-language pathology and opening her own private practice. She covers challenges she faced while pursuing her degree, what helped her scale her practice so quickly, and how she helps SLPs land contracts with schools and governments to consistently generate more revenue.

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Full audio transcript at http://bit.ly/MLE35Green.

Not a substitute for a formal SLP education or medical advice for patients/caregivers.

You Too Can Be an SLP YouTube Star {How To SLP}

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 20 Oct 2020 20:50:00 +0000

A pediatric SLP shares why she started making videos on YouTube, delving into her work and the positive impact experienced by her kiddo patients as well as their parents and caregivers. Speedy Speech’s Kelli also advises on how other SLPs might start their own channel or passion project.

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Full transcript available at http://bit.ly/MLE34Slemp.

Not a substitute for a formal SLP education or medical advice for patients/caregivers.

Meet the SLP Private Practice Guru {Private Practice Possibilities}

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 13 Oct 2020 16:47:00 +0000

This week an SLP details her journey from practicing as a clinician to working with fellow SLPs as a mentor to start their own private practice. She also delves into some of the mindset roadblocks standing in the way and how she believes SLPs can overcome them.

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Full audio transcript at http://bit.ly/MLE33CC.

Not a substitute for a formal SLP education or medical advice for patients/caregivers.

Introducing The Missing Link for Fresh SLPs Membership

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Wed, 07 Oct 2020 11:43:00 +0000

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Leaving Corporate America to Become an SLP and Entrepreneur {Private Practice Possibilities)}

Mattie Murrey, MA, CCC/SLP - Fresh SLP — Tue, 06 Oct 2020 01:54:00 +0000

This SLP shares what it was like transitioning from working in corporate America to practicing speech pathology in schools and to finally opening her own private practice. She details the benefits of coming to the field later in her career, shares her favorite resources, and highlights the importance of finding and following your passion, whatever that may be.

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Full audio transcript at http://bit.ly/MLE32Jurevicius.

Not a substitute for a formal SLP education or medical advice for patients/caregivers.