My Word Speech Therapy Podcast

What Is A Key Worker and How Can They Help My Child?

On this episode I chat with My Word Health's Key Worker Team Leader, Michelle Gilchrist, all about what a Key Worker is and how they help children thrive in life.

Transitioning From Primary School to High School

On this episode I chat with Speech Pathologist Shae Gillmartin from Insight Speech about school transitions and how we use our social and regulation skills in these tasks. We unpack the steps involved in school transitions and how we can best support our children in this stage of life.
You can find more of Shae at Insight Speech https://insightspeech.com.au 

Utilising Support Workers With Your NDIS Plan

On this episode I chat with David from Buttons Support Services about the role of a Support Worker and how they can help your child. David shares his knowledge and insight from working in the industry as the Director of Buttons Support Services 
 
If you would like to connect with David and his team you can reach out via social media @buttonssupport or their website www.buttonsservices.com

How To Help Your Child Learn Language

On this episode I talk to Karla Morison who is a Speech Pathologist in Queensland. Karla is a fantastic Speechie with a special interest in Early Language Development. She shares lots of tips for how you can best support your child in their language development.
 
You can find Karla at Greater Heights Therapy Services in Toowoomba. Here is a link to the websites we discussed in the episode.
https://raisingchildren.net.au
https://www.nsw.gov.au/health/wnswlhd/services/speech-pathology 
 
As always, we are also able to support your child here at My Word Health in Albury Wodonga. We have access to telehealth services so please visit our website if you would like to make a referral.
https://mywordhealth.com.au 

Social Skills Groups: The Benefits, The Outcomes, and How They Can Help Your Child - Part 2

On this episode I chat with Michael from Amazing Skills - a social skills company that runs online social skills programs to help kids. Michael is so enthusiastic about the work he does and helping neurodivergent kids learn the skills they need to succeed in life and meet their goals.
This is Part 2 of this conversation as Michael and I had so much knowledge to share. If you haven't already listened to Part 1 I highly recommend you go find it first.
If you would like to find Michael and his team you can visit their website for contact details - www.amazingskills.com.au
You can also book in for in-person Social Skills Programs with My Word Speech Therapy in Albury Wodonga by visiting www.mywordspeechtherapy.com 

Social Skills Groups: The Benefits, The Outcomes, and How They Can Help Your Child - Part 1

On this episode I chat with Michael from Amazing Skills - a social skills company that runs online social skills programs to help kids. Michael is so enthusiastic about the work he does and helping neurodivergent kids learn the skills they need to succeed in life and meet their goals.
This is Part 1 of this conversation as Michael and I had so much knowledge to share. Part 2 will be released in our next episode.
If you would like to find Michael and his team you can visit their website for contact details - www.amazingskills.com.au
You can also book in for in-person Social Skills Programs with My Word Speech Therapy in Albury Wodonga by visiting www.mywordspeechtherapy.com 

What is Regulation - From an Occupational Therapist

On this episode I chat with Maddy Smith who is an Occupational Therapist at My Word Speech Therapy. We discuss the topic of regulation, including both emotional regulation and sensory regulation. It's a big topic in the Occupational Therapy space currently and Maddy and I unpack what exactly regulation is and how we can help children to incorporate this into their daily lives.
You can find more of Maddy at My Word Speech Therapy www.mywordspeechtherapy.com

Benefits of Telehealth and How it Can Help Your Child

On this episode I chat with Weh Yeoh who is one of the cofounders of UMBO, a Telehealth company that provides Speech Pathology and Occupational Therapy services online. Weh and I unpack answers to questions about the benefits of Telehealth and the research behind its effectiveness.
If you'd like to find more about Weh please check out:
www.umbo.com.au 
www.wehyeoh.com
 
If you would like to book in for Telehealth sessions for your child please see the information on the My Word Speech Therapy and UMBO websites:
www.mywordspeechtherapy.com
www.umbo.com.au 

What is an Allied Health Assistant?

On this episode I talk with Allied Health Assistant (AHA), Brooke, and answer some questions about what an AHA does and how they work with children to help them meet their goals.
 
You can find more of Brooke at My Word Speech Therapy
www.mywordspeechtherapy.com

Rural Healthcare: How To Make The Most Of Limited Access To Services

Do you live in a rural, regional, or remote area with limited access to healthcare services? This week Rachel Kerin from Kerin Health and I unpack how living in rural areas limits access to health services and provide some practical tips on how to make the most of the access that is available.
 
You can find Rachel at https://www.kerinphysioco.com.au/ or by searching @kerinphysioco on Instagram and Facebook.