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Friday, November 28, 2025

SLPs, It’s Okay to Press Pause

After a season of giving, it’s time to rest. This post encourages SLPs to unplug, slow down, and honor their own needs—reminding them that rest is a strategy, not a setback.

Friday, April 25, 2025

Boundaries, Burnout & Breakthroughs: What No One Tells You About Being an SLP

This post takes an honest look at SLP burnout and the emotional toll of the profession. It encourages readers to set boundaries, protect their time and energy, and reflect on what truly lights them up. For many, exploring myofunctional therapy becomes the breakthrough that leads to more aligned, fulfilling work.

Thursday, April 10, 2025

SLP Side Hustles: Turning Myofunctional Therapy Into a Thriving Business

SLP Side Hustles: Turning Myofunctional Therapy Into a Thriving Business is a guide for speech-language pathologists who want to build a fulfilling and profitable career beyond the traditional school or hospital setting. It outlines key steps to launch a part-time myofunctional therapy practice—like identifying your niche, forming referral partnerships, and marketing your services. The post also features the inspiring story of Lauren Tsasipoulous, a former school SLP who built a full-time private practice within two months after attending the Simon Says Bootcamp.

Thursday, April 10, 2025

Making Room for Myo: How to Add Myofunctional Therapy Without Overloading Your Caseload

Adding myofunctional therapy to a full SLP caseload doesn’t have to lead to burnout. This post provides practical strategies for integrating myo into your current sessions, like batching evaluations, modifying existing treatment plans, streamlining documentation, and educating families. Rather than creating more work, the goal is to reframe and maximize what you’re already doing to improve outcomes with less stress. Myo can energize your therapy approach—without overwhelming your schedule.

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