the gestalt get-together

• From Scripting to Storytelling: A Conversation with Melanie Singh

  Guest: Melanie Singh, MS, RN, NPD-BCEarn 0.1 ASHA CEU for this episode with Speech Therapy PD: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/courses/from-scripting-to-storytellingJoin Corinne Zmoos, MS, CCC-SLP, as she sits down with Melanie Singh, MS, RN, NPD-BC, for an honest and insightful conversation about navigating gestalt language development from both sides of the table.What happens when a healthcare provider becomes a parent advocate? Melanie shares her unique dual perspective on her son's gestalt language processing journey, revealing the real story behind balancing multiple therapeutic approaches. From coordinating SLP, OT, and ABA services to making the tough call about when to transition away from formal language therapy, this episode offers a refreshingly candid look at the decision-making process that families face.Discover how special interests can become powerful tools for building spoken narratives and learn practical ways AAC devices can support language diversification in gestalt language processors. Whether you're a clinician seeking family insights or a parent looking for guidance, this interprofessional conversation bridges the gap between clinical knowledge and lived experience with authenticity and practical wisdom.About the Guest: Melanie Singh, MS, RN, NPD-BC, is a board-certified nursing professional development specialist and the Program Director of a nationally recognized transition-to-practice program for new graduate nurses. With a background in pediatric nursing, clinical research, and leadership, Melanie brings nearly two decades of experience to the table—but it’s her role as a mom that has shaped her most deeply. A proud mom to two boys (1 GLP and 1 ALP), Melanie blends her clinical expertise with her lived experience to speak openly and compassionately about neurodiversity, advocacy, and supporting families through every step of their journey.

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• Emotional Anchors in Gestalt Language

  Earn 0.1 ASHA CEU for this episode with Speech Therapy PD: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/courses/emotional-anchors-in-gestaltIn this episode of The Gestalt Get-Together, host Corinne Zmoos, MS, CCC-SLP, discusses gestalt language processing as both a linguistic and relational experience.This episode reframes echolalia, emphasizes the importance of regulation, and explores how scripts can serve as a roadmap to connection. Rather than viewing echolalia as a delay or behavior to reduce, Corinne highlights its role as a bridge to authentic interaction.You'll come away with a deeper appreciation of how joining a child in their world opens the door to genuine communication and meaningful language development.

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• A Conversation about Raising a GLP Child with Julie and Tony Jones

  Guests: Julie and Tony JonesEarn 0.1 ASHA CEU for this episode with Speech Therapy PD: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/courses/language-through-special-interestsJoin Corinne Zmoos, MS, CCC-SLP, in this episode of The Gestalt Get-Together as she talks with Julie and Tony Jones about their journey raising a Gestalt Language Processor.Julie and Tony share the early signs they noticed in their son that aligned with the GLP profile and describe how the diagnosis process unfolded. They recall the moment they first learned about the GLP model as feeling like “another world opened up to us,” shifting the way they viewed his language and communication.They also discuss how Marge Blanc’s NLA approach (2012) has supported his language growth, and how his special interests have become the driving force behind his generative language. Their story shines a light on the power of following a child’s passions to open doors for authentic connection and meaningful communication.About the Guests: Julie and Tony Jones are parents of a 6-year-old Gestalt Processor. When their son was first diagnosed as autistic and classified as non-verbal, they had very little knowledge about autism or speech and language processes and felt a lot of unease about the paths laid out for them by others. Once they learned about GLPs, “it was like another world opened up to us," and they have been working through the model since September 2024. They felt that they were able to learn what their son really needed to grow his speech and his confidence. In this past year, Julie and Tony have been “proud of the progress we’ve made as parents in understanding our son’s needs, and we are proud of our son for the work he’s put in.” They are excited to share their experience and what they have learned on the podcast, in hopes that it will bring more awareness and understanding about Gestalt Language Processors everywhere.

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• Hyperlexia, Music, and GLPs

  Earn 0.1 ASHA CEU for this episode with Speech Therapy PD: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/courses/hyperlexia-and-gestaltJoin Corinne Zmoos, MS, CCC-SLP, as she provides an overview of hyperlexia and musical techniques for Gestalt Language Processors. With a blend of research, clinical opinion, and community-collected anecdotes, you will come away from this episode with a foundational knowledge of how to notice hyperlexic qualities in your clients, use music as a vehicle for skill expansion, and leverage special interests as an ideal place to develop their abilities. You will also be introduced to the concept of veridical mapping, which provides potential insight into the underlying reasons why GLPs are talented with patterns, such as alphanumeric characters and the mechanics of music.

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• Outside-the-Box ABA with GLPs with Rachel Peters

  Guest: Rachel Peters, MS, BCBA, LBAEarn 0.1 ASHA CEU for this episode with Speech Therapy PD: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/courses/outside-the-box-abaHost Corinne, a speech-language pathologist, sits down with Rachel Peters, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, to discuss the often contentious relationship between ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) and SLP (Speech-Language Pathology) in the context of Gestalt Language Processing (GLP). Rachel shares her journey in the field of ABA and her approach to working with GLP. She offers insights into how ABA and SLP professionals can collaborate to benefit children and young adults with autism. They discuss the importance of understanding each other's terminology, the functionality of echoic behavior, and the significance of building trust and connection with their clients. Please tune in to learn more about how these two fields can find common ground and work together to improve the lives of the children and families they serve.Rachel Peters, MS, BCBA, LBA, is a board-certified behavior analyst with clinical experience spanning foster care, residential treatment, juvenile justice, and in-home services across Alabama, Georgia, and Colorado. Since entering the field in 2017 and earning her BCBA certification in 2020, Rachel has focused on delivering compassionate, evidence-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services tailored to diverse populations and settings. Her clinical interests include early intervention, language acquisition, caregiver consultation, and fieldwork supervision. She is particularly passionate about Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and values-based programming, which she integrates into all aspects of her practice to promote meaningful, individualized outcomes. Rachel is committed to mentoring future behavior analysts and advancing ethical, person-centered care in the ABA community.

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