The SLP Now Podcast

06:21

Using One Book to Target Every Goal in Your Group

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2026/09/29

Show Notes: slpnow.com/271In this episode, I break down how I use one book or article to target every goal in a mixed group. Every activity in a literacy-based therapy framework is language-rich, so I do not need a different activity for every student. One activity can work for everyone.I walk through a real example of using WH question cards to target articulation, past tense verbs, and categories in the same session. I also share how I choose texts for different age bands so therapy planning feels

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18:34

The 5-Step Literacy-Based Therapy Framework, Step by...

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2026/09/22

Show Notes: slpnow.com/270What does literacy-based therapy actually look like in a real session? In this episode, I walk through Dr. Ukrainetz's five-step framework and share how I use it across about a month of therapy. We cover Pre-Story Knowledge Activation, Shared Reading, Post-Story Comprehension, Focused Skill Activities, and the Parallel Story. I also share a real example from my work with sixth graders and explain why background knowledge can make or break comprehension. If you want a

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08:24

What Literacy-Based Therapy Actually Is (and Why It...

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2026/09/15

Show Notes: slpnow.com/269In this episode, I break down what literacy-based therapy actually is. I share how I use one text, like a picture book, article, or reading passage, to anchor a full unit of therapy. That gives students meaningful, language-rich practice instead of isolated drills.I also talk about why this approach works. We look at Dr. Ukrainetz's framework, repeated exposure, background knowledge, and one study showing stronger gains in comprehension and story retell with contextualized

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08:34

What to Do When a Session Doesn't Go as Planned

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2026/09/08

Show Notes: slpnow.com/268When a session goes sideways, I do not assume I did something wrong. In this episode, I walk through how I use my five-step session structure, Check-in, Assess, Teach, Practice, and Wrap Up, as a flexible guide and a reflection tool.I share how to spot where a session got stuck, what to adjust next time, and why backtracking is a normal part of clinical decision-making. We also talk about using documentation to remember what worked, so we can keep working smarter, not

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08:04

How Probe Data at the Start of a Session Changes...

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2026/09/01

Show Notes: slpnow.com/267In this episode, I break down why I collect probe data at the start of the session, not the end. A quick, clean baseline helps me see exactly where each student is, how much support they need, and how to use our time wisely.I also share how I use goal cards to keep students engaged while I gather probes, plus how this routine makes planning, data collection, billing, progress notes, and IEPs so much easier. Working smarter, not harder.Resources:Speech Room Organization:

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14:09

The 5-Step Session Framework That Works for Any Group

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2026/08/25

Show Notes: slpnow.com/266In this episode, I walk through the 5-step session framework I use to plan speech therapy that is simple, flexible, and easy to adapt for any group. We talk about Check-in, Assess, Teach, Practice, and Wrap Up, plus why it does not have to be perfectly linear.I also share how quick probes, goal cards, and a simple wrap-up routine help me make better clinical decisions in the moment, collect solid data, and support students based on what they need that day. Resources

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04:02

Why You're Reinventing the Wheel Every Session (and...

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2026/08/18

Show Notes: slpnow.com/265If you feel like you're reinventing the wheel every session, this episode is for you. I'm sharing why that happens, what it costs us, and the simple fix that made a huge difference for me. A lot of the stress comes from not having a repeatable routine. When we're making a million decisions on the spot, sessions feel harder than they need to. In this episode, I give a sneak peek at my five-step framework: Check-in, Assess, Teach, Practice, and Wrap Up. It works for any

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17:13

How to Start the Year With Defensible Data Instead of...

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2026/08/11

Show Notes: slpnow.com/264 If progress report season always sneaks up on you, this episode is for you. I’m sharing what defensible data actually means, and why it does not have to be fancy or overwhelming. The goal is simple. Collect clear, usable data that helps you explain progress, make clinical decisions, and support your notes, billing, and parent conversations. I also walk through the four questions every note should answer, how I use quick probes to guide treatment, and why a simple digital

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13:27

Why Having Materials Isn’t the Same as Having a System

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2026/07/31

Show Notes: slpnow.com/263If you have ever found yourself scrambling for the right therapy materials right before a session, you are not alone. In this episode, I share why the real issue usually is not a lack of materials. It is a lack of a system.We walk through the four parts of a simple workflow: planning, materials, data, and follow through. I also share a story from my own career, plus examples of SLPs who saved time, lowered stress, and felt more confident after building a repeatable

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00:50

SLP Summit: LIVE this week!

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2026/07/27

This is a short and sweet Summit week episode!If you have been feeling stretched thin, this is your reminder that support can make a big difference. The Summit is a simple way to get practical ideas and head into the school year with a better plan. Working smarter, not harder. Sign up at slpsummit.com!

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04:50

A Preview of the SLP Summit

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2026/07/21

It is my favorite time of year! The SLP Summit is almost here!In this episode, I share a quick preview of the July 2026 lineup, including six live courses and two on-demand sessions you can watch through August 15.We talk about AAC, motor learning, stuttering, health literacy, organization, executive functioning, and evidence-based therapy planning.Register at slpsummit.com!

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10:52

How to Feel Prepared for Back to School as an SLP

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2026/07/14

Show Notes: slpnow.com/260 A lot of us think being prepared for back to school means having every lesson planned and every material printed. In this episode, I share a simpler way to think about it. Prepared means being clear on your caseload, clear on your priorities, and clear on your next few steps. I also walk through my 4 step framework to help you get the lay of the land, segment your caseload, set up your core systems, and plan the first two weeks without trying to map out the whole year. We

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19:11

The Invisible Workload: Why Your Caseload Number...

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2026/07/07

Show Notes: slpnow.com/259A caseload number can look tidy on paper, but it never tells the whole story. In this episode, I break down why caseload does not equal workload, what the 2024 ASHA survey tells us, and why so many school based SLPs feel stretched thin even when the numbers look manageable.I also walk through a simple way to make invisible work visible, so you can use data and clear language to advocate for support without making it personal. If you are feeling behind, this is your reminder

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14:40

The SLPs Who Left Work on Time All Year: What They...

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2026/06/30

Show Notes: slpnow.com/258What if it actually felt doable to leave work at work?In this episode, I’m sharing five things I’ve seen school based SLPs do to leave on time more consistently. It is not about caring less. It is about building systems that make the job more manageable. I talk about planning ahead, giving every part of the job a home, documenting as you go, and protecting your energy.If you’ve been telling yourself that staying late is just part of being a good SLP, this episode is your

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06:20

How to Run a Group When Everyone Has Different Goals

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2026/04/28

Show Notes: slpnow.com/257Mixed groups are a reality for most school-based SLPs, and managing them well takes the right tools. In this episode, Marisha walks through how the SLP Now Visuals Binder makes it work, covering how to use it digitally in a pinch, how to test what works for your students, and why eventually printing and laminating your go-to visuals changes everything about session flow.The binder covers preschool through 12th grade with 95 pages of evidence-based visuals across early

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07:06

How to Collect Probe Data for a Full Group in Under 5...

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2026/04/21

Show Notes: slpnow.com/256Ever finish writing a goal and then realize you have no clear way to measure it at progress report time? You're not alone, and this episode has a fix.I'm walking you through the Digital Probe Binder (nearly 2,300 pages of goal-aligned probes) and showing you exactly how I pair it with goal cards to collect solid data for every student in a group in under five minutes. This combo keeps sessions moving, tells you exactly where each student is at, and makes progress reporting

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06:47

Stop Scrambling for Screeners (There's a Better Way)

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2026/04/14

Show Notes: slpnow.com/255Evals coming up and you're still digging through folders looking for the right screener? This episode is for you.In this episode, I'm walking you through the SLP Now Assessment Binder, a 70-page digital resource that lives right on your iPad. No printing. No hunting. Just everything you need, right at your fingertips.I'll show you how this binder covers articulation, phonology, and grade-level assessments across multiple skill areas. And when you pair it with SLP Now's

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16:27

Big Groups, Mixed Goals, and ‘Winging It’: How to Run...

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2026/03/24

Show Notes: slpnow.com/254The vast majority of school-based SLPs don’t have perfectly matched groups, and that doesn’t mean therapy has to be less effective. With the right structure and planning strategy, mixed groups can actually become a powerful way to target multiple goals, support peer learning, and simplify your workload. In this episode, we walk through a practical framework for running structured, efficient therapy sessions, even when your groups include different grade levels and goals.In

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07:23

How School-Based SLPs Can Reclaim 5 Hours Every Week...

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2026/03/18

Show Notes: slpnow.com/253If you had five extra hours this week (completely protected from meetings, paperwork, and emails), how would you use them? Many school-based SLPs say they’d spend that time collaborating with teachers, analyzing student progress, planning more intentional therapy, or simply taking a real lunch break. In this episode, we explore why those meaningful parts of the job often get squeezed out + what you can do to start reclaiming that time.In this episode, we discuss:Why the gap

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16:03

How to Plan Effective Speech Therapy Sessions When...

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2026/03/10

Show Notes: slpnow.com/252School-based SLPs don’t struggle with planning because they’re disorganized; they struggle because their workload is overflowing. And when something has to give, therapy planning is often the first thing sacrificed. But thoughtful, structured planning is what actually makes therapy more efficient and effective.In this episode, you’ll learn:A simple 5-step session structure to reduce cognitive loadHow to use goal-aligned materials to plan in minutes (not hours)Why thematic

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