#299: My 5 Most Asked Questions

What are clinicians really asking when they want to feel more confident supporting autistic learners? I’m answering the five questions that show up most often in my inbox, DMs, course evaluations, and conversations with members of the ABA Speech Connection. AAC is at the top of the list. I’m sharing why becoming comfortable with a learner’s device matters, what to consider during the AAC assessment process, and why vocabulary should be meaningful across the learner’s day. Our students deserve access to communication now, not after we feel perfectly prepared. I’m also digging into SLP-BCBA collaboration and gestalt language processing. Curiosity, communication, and strong soft skills can make a huge difference when professionals approach treatment differently. We can stay grounded in evidence-based practice while listening to one another and keeping the learner at the center. We’ll also look at joint attention, naturalistic intervention, and parent training. Whether we’re using books, music, and play or helping families understand communication goals, we need to know why we’re teaching a skill and how it will make a meaningful difference in everyday life. #autism #speechtherapy What’s Inside: Getting started with AAC assessment, vocabulary, and implementation Strengthening SLP-BCBA collaboration, especially around AAC and gestalt language processing Building joint attention through naturalistic, functional intervention Making parent training more meaningful by understanding communication goals and developmental milestones Mentioned In This Episode: Gestalt Super Pack ASHA Episode #121: Core Vocabulary and Typical Language Development with Allison Bean and Bethany Frick Semmler Say It With Me by Rose Griffin AAC Mastery for SLPs and BCBAs Earn CEUs with a community of peers. Join the ABA Speech Connection ABA Speech: Home