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    Ethics Consult: The Importance of Failure

    Dear Ethics Consult, I’ve been licensed and in private practice for just over a year now. I have several clients … Continued

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    Why Transitioning to Being an Office-Based SLP Saved My Practice

    To the traveling SLP—whether in school or private practice—I see you, working out of your car. I was in your … Continued

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    What We Can Learn From Difficult Clients

    Maybe you recognize that feeling—that sense of dread you feel in your stomach as their appointment is approaching. You start … Continued

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    Examining Faith in Things Unseen

    Religion—like many aspects of life—holds both beauty and brokenness. In the name of religion, wars have been fought and countries … Continued

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    Why Focusing on Values Helps Build a Sustainable Practice

    As therapists, we typically join the mental health field out of a deep desire to help others. We go to … Continued

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    How Providing Mental Health Services in Schools Transformed My Practice

    I grew up constantly surrounded by children. My house was the place where neighborhood kids congregated. Combine that with my … Continued

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    5 Tips for Staying Organized as a Mobile SLP

    I love to see the creativity that my SLP colleagues put into decorating their offices and waiting rooms. But as … Continued

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    My Journey to Pediatric Occupational Therapy

    Over the past 10 years, I’ve dedicated most of my time, training, and focus to working with children as a … Continued

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    Moving Through PTSD to Post-Traumatic Growth

    The saying that “you only need to be six months ahead of your clients” has been challenging for mental health … Continued

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