Ep. 20 404 Session Not Found: COVID Edition

Ep. 20 404 Session Not Found: COVID Edition

When COVID-19 changed the world overnight, speech therapy changed right along with it. In this episode of Not in the Visit Note, we take a trip back to those early pandemic days and share what it was really like to transition from therapy rooms filled with toys and face-to-face interaction to virtual sessions through a computer screen. We discuss the challenges of learning teletherapy on the fly, keeping children engaged through a webcam, troubleshooting technology issues, and finding creative ways to provide effective therapy when everything felt uncertain. We also share some of the funny, frustrating, and unforgettable moments that came from providing speech therapy during one of the most unique periods in our profession. Whether you were a therapist, parent, teacher, or student navigating those changes, this episode is a look back at how we adapted, persevered, and continued helping children communicate when the world came to a standstill. No names. No facilities. Just validation, dark humor, and the stuff that never makes it into the visit note. This podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for professional clinical judgment, evaluation, or treatment. Listeners should seek guidance from licensed professionals for individualized care decisions. Music: www.bensound.com

Ep. 19 We Really Do Love Our Jobs

Being a therapist can be exhausting, chaotic, and sometimes downright overwhelming—but in this episode of Not in the Note, we’re focusing on the good stuff. We’re talking about the moments that remind us why we love what we do: the patient wins (big and small), the funny and unexpected moments, the relationships we build, and the deep sense of purpose that comes with helping others. From celebrating progress to seeing lives changed in ways that don’t always make it in the note, we’re sharing all the parts of being a therapist that still make this job worth it. If you’ve ever needed a reminder of the joy behind the hard work, this one’s for you.  No names. No facilities. Just validation, dark humor, and the stuff that never makes it into the visit note. This podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for professional clinical judgment, evaluation, or treatment. Listeners should seek guidance from licensed professionals for individualized care decisions. Music: www.bensound.com

Ep. 18 Teletherapy or Reality TV

In this episode of Not in the Visit Note, we’re sharing the hilarious, chaotic, and way-too-relatable moments that happen during speech teletherapy sessions with kids. From surprise sibling appearances and pets stealing the spotlight to kids logging on in full superhero costumes or disappearing mid-session for snacks — teletherapy keeps us on our toes. We’re talking about the things that never make it into the documentation: frozen screens, unexpected trips to the bathroom, parents accidentally becoming co-therapists, mystery background noises, and the creative ways we somehow keep therapy going through the chaos. If you’re an SLP, therapist, teacher, or parent, this episode will make you laugh and remind you that sometimes the most memorable sessions are the least predictable. Because in teletherapy… flexibility is the real clinical skill.  No names. No facilities. Just validation, dark humor, and the stuff that never makes it into the visit note. This podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for professional clinical judgment, evaluation, or treatment. Listeners should seek guidance from licensed professionals for individualized care decisions. Music: www.bensound.com

Ep. 17 Speech-Language Parent

This week on Not in the Visit Note, we’re talking about the parents who swear they “already looked it up,” have a full treatment plan ready before the evaluation starts, and somehow know exactly how speech therapy should be done.  From correcting techniques mid-session to insisting their child “doesn’t do that at home,” we’re sharing the funny, frustrating, and all-too-relatable moments that happen when parents think they can do the SLP’s job better than the SLP. We’re diving into the fine line between involved parents and overstepping parents, how we handle these situations professionally, and why collaboration works a whole lot better than competition. If you’ve ever smiled through unsolicited therapy advice while internally screaming… this episode is for you. No names. No facilities. Just validation, dark humor, and the stuff that never makes it into the visit note. This podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for professional clinical judgment, evaluation, or treatment. Listeners should seek guidance from licensed professionals for individualized care decisions. Music: www.bensound.com

Ep. 16 Discharge Isn't Always A Win

Not every discharge feels like a success. In this episode of Not In The Visit Note, we’re talking about the hard reasons behind discharging a client—especially when it comes down to lack of progress. What happens when you’ve tried everything you know to try… and it’s still not enough?  When the family is consistent, the effort is there, and the outcomes just aren’t? We’re diving into the part of the job that doesn’t make it into documentation— the guilt, the second-guessing, and the weight of making a call that doesn’t sit right. We also unpack the clinical realities behind these decisions: plateaus, limited carryover, attendance barriers, burnout, and when therapy may no longer be the most effective support. Because sometimes doing what’s best doesn’t feel good. And sometimes the right decision is the hardest one to make. This is the side of discharge no one really talks about. No names. No facilities. Just validation, dark humor, and the stuff that never makes it into the visit note. This podcast is intended for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for professional clinical judgment, evaluation, or treatment. Listeners should seek guidance from licensed professionals for individualized care decisions. Music: www.bensound.com