Olivia is an experienced speech-language pathologist (SLP), managing a mixed inpatient subacute rehabilitation caseload as well as a community based caseload for adults requiring speech pathology services following stroke. Her caseload includes an increasing number of individuals with chronic aphasia. Service limitations allow each patient a short intensive inpatient rehabilitation stay. Following this service delivery is relatively flexible. The standard care model involves patients receiving individual outpatient therapy blocks in the clinic and community access and appointments at home as needed.
Claire Layfield, BA(HONS), MSLP
Claire Layfield has been practicing as a clinical speech pathologist since 2006 primarily working with adults in both acute and rehabilitation settings with acquired swallowing and communication impairments. She has maintained an interest in medical and health research throughout this time and has presented at state, national and international conferences. She has contributed to the development of the Speech Pathology Australia Position Statement on Neuromuscular Electrical stimulation for dysphagia rehabilitation and contributed to the 2011 revision of the Speech Pathology Australia position paper in general dysphagia management. She has been co-leader of the NSW Evidence Based Practice Network Group for Adult Language since 2010-2012 and Adult Dysphagia Group 2012-2014. As a researcher she hopes to bridge the gap between research and clinical practice and facilitate the use of evidence based practice into everyday clinical settings
Kirrie Ballard, PhD
Kirrie Ballard is Professor and Australian Research Council Future Fellow at the University of Sydney, Australia. Her work focuses on speech motor control and learning; understanding how speech motor control changes across the lifespan, how it is influenced by neurological damage, and factors affecting response to rehabilitation.
Donald A. Robin, PhD
Dr. Robin uses brain imaging to study mechanisms of action of speech disorders and their treatment. He has pioneered data analysis using Bayesian network modeling to quantify brain changes associated with such disorders as apraxia of speech.
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2https://www.speechpathology.com/slp-ceus/course/dysphagia-in-neurodegenerative-disease-9732Dysphagia in Neurodegenerative DiseaseDysphagia is common in individuals with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and Parkinson’s disease. This course discusses the underlying pathophysiology and appropriate treatment programs for each disease, as well as use of alternate methods of nutrition/hydration.auditory, textual, visual129USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $129/yearOnlineOnlySpeechPathology.comwww.speechpathology.comDysphagia in Neurodegenerative DiseaseDysphagia is common in individuals with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and Parkinson’s disease. This course discusses the underlying pathophysiology and appropriate treatment programs for each disease, as well as use of alternate methods of nutrition/hydration.9732OnlinePT60M
Dysphagia is common in individuals with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and Parkinson’s disease. This course discusses the underlying pathophysiology and appropriate treatment programs for each disease, as well as use of alternate methods of nutrition/hydration.
3https://www.speechpathology.com/slp-ceus/course/acceptance-and-commitment-therapy-introduction-10771Acceptance and Commitment Therapy: An Introduction for SLPsAn introduction to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), a modern evidence-based counseling approach, is provided in this course. Research support for ACT is discussed, and case studies to illustrate how ACT techniques can help patients and their families with the psychosocial consequences of living with communication disorders are presented.auditory, textual, visual129USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $129/yearOnlineOnlySpeechPathology.comwww.speechpathology.comAcceptance and Commitment Therapy: An Introduction for SLPsAn introduction to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), a modern evidence-based counseling approach, is provided in this course. Research support for ACT is discussed, and case studies to illustrate how ACT techniques can help patients and their families with the psychosocial consequences of living with communication disorders are presented.10771OnlinePT60M
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People with aphasia need motivating ways to fight social isolation and improve communication. Therapeutic aphasia games can address these needs by making practice more fun and engaging, especially in group contexts. This course reviews existing early-stage aphasia games research. It also describes aphasia rehabilitation and game design principles SLPs can use to develop and adapt their own therapeutic games.
5https://www.speechpathology.com/slp-ceus/course/social-isolation-and-covid-19-9514Social Isolation and COVID-19 Cognitive Decline: From Zero to Hero!Social distancing and isolation associated with the COVID-10 pandemic have begun to take a toll on patients in residential settings, but SLPs can help mitigate the long-term consequences. This course discusses the risk factors for and effects of isolation, as well as potential strategies to prevent or reverse pandemic-related cognitive decline.auditory, textual, visual129USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $129/yearOnlineOnlySpeechPathology.comwww.speechpathology.comSocial Isolation and COVID-19 Cognitive Decline: From Zero to Hero!Social distancing and isolation associated with the COVID-10 pandemic have begun to take a toll on patients in residential settings, but SLPs can help mitigate the long-term consequences. This course discusses the risk factors for and effects of isolation, as well as potential strategies to prevent or reverse pandemic-related cognitive decline.9514OnlinePT60M
Social distancing and isolation associated with the COVID-10 pandemic have begun to take a toll on patients in residential settings, but SLPs can help mitigate the long-term consequences. This course discusses the risk factors for and effects of isolation, as well as potential strategies to prevent or reverse pandemic-related cognitive decline.
