Guest Marie Martinez, a dual-certified SLP/BCBA, joins the show to share her passion for empowering parents and supporting communication in everyday moments. She’s the author of Path for Words: Five-Minute Language Learning Activities for Children Ages 1–3 Years, a book that helps families turn daily routines into powerful language opportunities.Marie talks about identifying the small moments that matter most—because communication doesn’t just happen at the table with flashcards, it happens all day long. She also offers great advice for anyone passionate about their work (and maybe thinking about writing a book!): if you see a need, fill it. Her work helps parents feel less overwhelmed and more empowered to help their children thrive in their communication journey.#autism #speechtherapyWhat’s Inside:How Path for Words helps parents build language naturallyFinding purpose and inspiration in dual certificationEmpowering parents through practical communication toolsWhy the little moments make the biggest impactAdvice for professionals ready to write or create something newMentioned In This Episode:Path For Words (@pathforwords) on Instagram​​Marie Martinez on LinkedIn Join the aba speech connection  ABA Speech: Home