Speech Sound Disorders & Differential Diagnosis - Amy Graham | Ep 89 | Full Episode

In this episode, we welcome Amy Graham, M.A. CCC-SLP a specialist in pediatric speed sound disorders to the show. We discuss getting started with speech sound disorders, age for intervention, different diagnosis, and more. ------------------------------------------------------------------- EPISODE SPONSOR – AMN PASSPORT Easily Find, Book, and Manage Your Travel SLP Assignments at https://www.amnpassport.com ------------------------------------------------------------------- This show is made possible by Med Travelers. If you’re a speech pathologist interested in traveling, visit: https://www.medtravelers.com/ to discover the amazing benefits they have to offer! ------------------------------------------------------------------- TIMESTAMPS (0:00) Introduction (3:41) Amy’s Professional Background (12:20) What is Speech Sound Disorders (18:00) Getting Started With Speech Sound Disorders (23:10) At What Age Should You Start Working on Speech Sound Disorders (29:43) What is Differential vs Official Diagnosis (43:28) What Should You Do If You’re Not Comfortable Diagnosing a Specific Disorder (46:10) Establishing Goals After Differential Diagnosis (51:00) Resources ------------------------------------------------------------------- ABOUT THE GUEST Amy Graham is a speech-language pathologist and owner of Graham Speech Therapy, a private practice in Colorado Springs that specializes in pediatric speech sound disorders. She received both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Communicative Disorders from California State University, Fullerton, and has been an SLP for over 20 years.  Amy is the creator of the Graham Speech Therapy Oral-Facial Exam, and the Bjorem Speech Decks for Lateralization and Cycles, and is a frequent speaker and podcast guest.  She has a particular interest in supporting and equipping SLPs to help them provide evidence-based treatment for speech sound disorders by posting frequent therapy videos and practical therapy tips on social media platforms. https://www.grahamspeechtherapy.com   / grahamspeechtherapy     / grahamspeechtherapy   ------------------------------------------------------------------- FIND US ON YouTube –    / slpfulldisclosure   Instagram –   / amnallied   Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/5aox6rA... Website – https://www.medtravelers.com/podcast/... Powered by AMN Healthcare