Let's Talk Small Talk

• Let's Talk about Apraxia of Speech

  Libby Interviews Ruth Rowntree, Speech and Language Therapist and Founder of Speech Apraxia UK dedicated to information, advocacy and support for individuals with Speech Apraxia. https://speechapraxia.co.uk/Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS) is the new term which was previously known as verbal dyspraxia in the UK but Ruth is keen that all types of apraxia is supported.Speech Apraxia UK are a growing, internationally recognised leading non-commercial community organisation which reaches 85+ countries across their website and social media network to raise awareness worldwide. They support those with apraxia of speech, whether childhood, acquired, or primary progressive.Services they offer-Advice from a team of specialistsResource HubComprehensive information on therapies and diagnosesShowcase research and recruit participants/collaboratorsParent/Carer networkEvents/trainingNewsletterTherapy App reviewsExtensive resource gallery.You can become a member, free of cha.rge  Use this link https://forms.office.com/r/6t0msV1w9z

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• Let's Talk questions about Selective Mutism for SM awareness month

  "Did you know that some children talk freely at home but can’t get a single word out at school?  It’s not stubbornness, and it’s not shyness — it’s something called selective mutism, an anxiety condition that literally freezes a child’s ability to speak.In this episode of Let’s Talk Small Talk, we dive into the most common questions parents and teachers ask. What causes selective mutism? How can you tell the difference between being quiet and having SM? And most importantly — what actually helps, and what makes it worse?If you’ve ever wondered how to support a child with selective mutism — or you just want to understand it better — this episode is for you.Libby's book is on Amazon https://amzn.eu/d/dRlx2Fp

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• Let's Talk about autistic girls with Cathy Wassell

  Libby talks to Cathy Wassell who is the CEO and founder of the Autistic Girls Network Charity and founder of The Haven online provision. She is also author of 'Nurturing Your Autistic Young Person: A parents handbook to supporting newly diagnosed teens and pre-teens.'This is the website where you can also learn more about the charity itself and also The Haven https://autisticgirlsnetwork.org/This is the link for the book https://amzn.eu/d/eBx7XYf

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• Let's Talk about DLD with Joel Roskin

  Libby talks to Joel Roskin, who was diagnosed with Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) as an adult. He is an amazing advocate for DLD and has a story that both inspires and informs. He is happy to be contacted and would make an ideal speaker for your CEN or support group. I certainly want to pick his brains for several projects that I have in mind and look forward to working with him again soon [email protected]

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• Let's talk about Gestalt Language Processing and this years' conference

  Libby interviews Cathy about Gestalt Language Processing and the natural language acquisition process. Listen to her explanation and rationale for working in a different way to previously, how the approach embraces a nuero-diveregent affirming style and has completely altered the look and sound of the clinic rooms at The Speech Den. They also touch upon the fact that not everyone agrees with them.  Cathy's website https://thespeechden.com/ Cathy is organising another conference this October, which is her third year in a row. This years' conference brings fresh insights, the latest evidence base, practical ideas and solutions, and retrospective reflections. Professionals, parents and adult Gestalt Language Processors will explore how Gestalt Language Processors are supported across diverse settings and celebrate the real-world successes families and professionals are experiencing. To book a place on the on-line conference which starts 9th October  https://registration.glpconference.co.uk/glp25

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