Early Intervention Speech Therapy : websites and other resources

Revisiting Apraxia

Stephanie Bruno — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 21:36:00 GMT

Every few days or so, I read through recent comments posted throughout the blog and attempt to address the questions that have been raised by our readers. One of the most pressing issues that is frequently raised by parents reading the blog is apraxia....(read more)

Qualifying for Early Intervention Services

Stephanie Bruno — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 19:56:00 GMT

Recently, a reader inquired on the blog about the specific requirements needed to qualify for services. Her question reads as follows: "...I need an explanation of what qualifies as a "25%" delay. I typically am not involved in the eligibility process...(read more)

Treating Children Diagnosed with Autism: A Follow-up

Stephanie Bruno — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 13:48:00 GMT

On September 29 th 2009 we published a post entitled: Autism and Early Intervention Speech Goals . The post discussed a local case of a speech therapist working with 3-5 years olds who prefers and recommends only using sign language with children diagnosed...(read more)

Happy Halloween Therapy Treats!

Stephanie Bruno — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 18:19:00 GMT

Halloween is just a few short weeks away and those who read my blog often know how much I love the holidays and festive therapy sessions! Last October I wrote a post filled with simple ways to add a little Halloween fun to your therapy sessions. The post...(read more)

Reviewing Speech Resources

Stephanie Bruno — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 14:23:00 GMT

Over the past year this blog has addressed a variety of syndromes, disorders and conditions that affect the many children we treat in early intervention. Due to my lack of time (but not lack of interest!), I do not always have a chance to research all...(read more)

A True Story of Acceptance

Stephanie Bruno — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 12:30:00 GMT

Last December I was assigned a new child to my caseload. She was already being seen by several of my co-workers who each informed me of their grave concerns regarding her development. At the time, she had not yet been diagnosed with anything other than...(read more)

Part 2: Parents and the Five Stages of Acceptance

Stephanie Bruno — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 18:24:00 GMT

Last week I wrote a post entitled Parents and the Five Stages of Acceptance . Today's post is a continuation and will provide more information about what Elizabeth Kübler-Ross taught us and how we can utilize it in early intervention. Based on my research...(read more)

Parents and the Five Stages of Acceptance

Stephanie Bruno — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 21:20:00 GMT

Recently I received the following email from a fellow therapist: "I have a little boy who just turned 2 and is not talking, babbling, or vocalizing in any way shape or form. I have educated the mother repeatedly regarding having his hearing checked and...(read more)

Keeping Positive with a Negative Budget

Stephanie Bruno — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 14:32:00 GMT

Earlier this week, I wrote a post entitled, Surviving the Financial Crunch to address the increasing financial woes that are plaguing not only our country, but now our industry as well. I am facing it first hand in the county where I live and work. In...(read more)

The Oral-Motor Debate

Stephanie Bruno — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 16:16:00 GMT

I must admit, I love a good controversy every once in awhile! Recently I have been both fascinated and flabbergasted by some of the comments posted on the blog related to oral-motor therapy and its effectiveness. I myself am a huge supporter of oral-motor...(read more)

Going Beyond the Call of Duty

Stephanie Bruno — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 21:32:00 GMT

For today's post I wanted to reflect a bit on some of the different aspects of EI home care that are often a part of the job; however may not be within our scope of practice as a speech language pathologist. For example, this past week alone, I listened...(read more)

Getting Started in EI – Therapy Materials!

Stephanie Bruno — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 19:30:00 GMT

Last week's blog highlighted all the non-therapy related items that are necessities when working in EI Home Care. Today's post addresses the therapy related tools that I use frequently in EI and I feel are an absolute MUST with the age group and population!...(read more)

Interview: Christy Marzzacco, SLP and CED

Stephanie Bruno — Fri, 29 May 2009 14:29:00 GMT

Over the last few months I have had the wonderful experience of collaborating with Christy Marzzacco. We have been working closely together on the case of a little boy who was born completely deaf in his right ear. Due to his hearing loss, the county...(read more)

The "Time Out" Debate

Stephanie Bruno — Thu, 14 May 2009 17:17:00 GMT

Do you use "TIME OUT" either at home with your own children or within the work day with the little ones you treat? Recently I attended a training that highlighted different ways to handle issues surrounding children with challenging behaviors. We discussed...(read more)

Pediatric Palliative Care

Stephanie Bruno — Tue, 12 May 2009 14:01:00 GMT

About a week ago I attended an information session regarding pediatric palliative care. My experience and knowledge regarding palliative care prior to going to this session was very limited. During my three years working in early intervention I've only...(read more)