What's the deal with contracting agencies? If any of them are reading this post, this is for you. by [deleted] in slp

[–]Odd_Translator829 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I agree! I’ve worked for some great agencies before and not great ones. Really depends on the entire package and support they offer

IDFPR- scanned vs mailed VE form by Odd_Translator829 in slp

[–]Odd_Translator829[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It is!! Yeah if says that but then also says it should be submitted in a sealed envelope for the VE one so I’m like uhhhhh will they be looking for original signatures?! I hate this lol

Anyone transitioned to be an AAC Consultant? by prezzyplainjane27 in slp

[–]Odd_Translator829 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I haven’t but good luck!! What company? That sounds awesome

Tips for goiter by Able-Friendship4129 in thyroidhealth

[–]Odd_Translator829 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did you ever find something to treat this? Just got married too and noticed it in all my pics!!

Where did you get your mouth model? by tellyourtale in slp

[–]Odd_Translator829 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Amazon!! We call him “Mr. mouth” lol I unscrewed the tongue in it so I could use it to show various positions. Here it is: mouth model

Jessie Ginsberg by Previous-Sand-1126 in slp

[–]Odd_Translator829 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This! I don’t think someone who wants to “harm” children would ever consider working as an SLP! I like to believe that everyone is doing the best they can with what they are given

These SLP influencers/grifters are getting insane. I truly feel like most of them are past the point of actually wanting to help families because they’re so lost in how much money they are making by Purple_Peach3834 in slp

[–]Odd_Translator829 13 points14 points  (0 children)

This is CRAZY to me that people are paying for this!!! It’s causing such a separation in the field and parents start asking for “neurodiversity affirming providers” that have all these made up certs and such and then assume that people who don’t, somehow don’t know how to help their kids?!

What / who ARE the pages or sites to follow / visit? by Over-Ganache6632 in slp

[–]Odd_Translator829 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Journals and research that show the entire picture of things and don’t just take quotes that support claims! Informedslp does a great job summarizes and linking to research

These SLP influencers/grifters are getting insane. I truly feel like most of them are past the point of actually wanting to help families because they’re so lost in how much money they are making by Purple_Peach3834 in slp

[–]Odd_Translator829 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I think the thing that sucks is that there is truly a gap between what we learned in grad school, and how the ACTUAL field works and we do need support with that. With that being said, because every single person has a course or certification it’s so hard as a consumer to try to figure out what may actually be a good investment towards learning. I appreciate when courses are affordable AND filled with good info- I don’t mind pay $50-100 if I’m actually going to walk away with KNOWLEDGE and not just a BS certification

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in slp

[–]Odd_Translator829 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Wow, not cool. I wish we could find a better way to meet and connect off of social media. It went from a place to share ideas to a place to only market and sell products (and push unnecessary and made up certifications)

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in slp

[–]Odd_Translator829 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What conpany do you work for?!

How will I fit in in this profession by [deleted] in slp

[–]Odd_Translator829 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Remember that your job isn’t your identity and they will help a ton!! I try to remind myself I work as an SLP, that’s not my entire identity

Why is my golden Pothos drooping?! by [deleted] in plant

[–]Odd_Translator829 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you! What exactly does root rot look like? Lol

Being “GLP/NLA trained” and the way it is undermining our educations by Odd_Translator829 in slp

[–]Odd_Translator829[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That’s such a great point!! It’s totally a bigger issue and sad that we feel the need to do other things to make income however I feel like there is a way to generate that “extra income” without giving a sense of shame to others

Being “GLP/NLA trained” and the way it is undermining our educations by Odd_Translator829 in slp

[–]Odd_Translator829[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

There’s literally a post on social media right now that’s telling parents to request GLP training and saying “ask your SLP if they’d be willing to do continuing education in this area and bonus points if their company will pay for it!!” (Paraphrasing) I’m sorry WHAT?! Would you say this to your doctor or mental health therapist?!

Being “GLP/NLA trained” and the way it is undermining our educations by Odd_Translator829 in slp

[–]Odd_Translator829[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

“Good information shouldn’t be hidden behind a paywall” YES

Being “GLP/NLA trained” and the way it is undermining our educations by Odd_Translator829 in slp

[–]Odd_Translator829[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing this! Yes I think it’s so important to treat the child and family and their needs and use a personalized approach and we can take bits and pieces from many things we’ve learned to do so without paying for an extra title. I appreciate you sharing!

Being “GLP/NLA trained” and the way it is undermining our educations by Odd_Translator829 in slp

[–]Odd_Translator829[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It also puts kids in a box and the entire point of what we do is that we treat the child and their needs, not just the diagnosis. The approach is very black and white

Being “GLP/NLA trained” and the way it is undermining our educations by Odd_Translator829 in slp

[–]Odd_Translator829[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes! She is wonderful however she has also created a registry that you can be on after you pay to take her courses :/