The Holistic Speech Path Podcast Tue, 26 May 2026 05:05:15 -0400 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2446335 en-us © 2026 The Holistic Speech Path Podcast yes cd427c85-308d-504b-a862-b8b6885945e1 terraholisticslp@gmail.com Fatima Hassan and Megan Harcourt episodic false In a rapidly evolving world, we began to challenge ourselves and the traditional norms of speech and language therapy, recognizing that it was no longer meeting the diverse needs of our clients.

This podcast is about moving beyond conventional medical models. We explore holistic, whole-child approaches while listening to and trusting each family’s lived experience. 

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Fatima Hassan and Megan Harcourt terraholisticslp@gmail.com https://storage.buzzsprout.com/82uuxqxu6yr56fyf7e6yxuyisyt5?.jpg The Holistic Speech Path Podcast Megan Harcourt Brain-Gut-Sensory Axis and the Family Nervous System: with BG Mancini Brain-Gut-Sensory Axis and the Family Nervous System: with BG Mancini BG Mancini, AP, MHSc, is an Advanced Certified Functional Medicine Clinician,Licensed Acupuncture Physician, and Neurodevelopmental Specialist with 30+ years of clinical experience. As founder of The Brain & Gut Institute, she has worked with thousands of patients and trained clinicians worldwide on how physiological states influence regulation, behavior, and healing. Her Brain–Gut–Sensory Axis Framework integrates neuroscience, the microbiome, sensory physiology, and autonomic function to optimize how we feel and interact with the world around us and within us. Her FID model consists of using the Frequency, Intensity and Duration Framework to help individuals and clinicians to understand how Inputs, Response, and Rewiring through MicroResetsTM support building reserves, resilience and deepened capacity.

BG shares that the state of our nervous system will determine whether we can process and release ongoing stress or trauma or whether it will be filed and stored in our cells and tissues. With her unique framework, she integrates neuroscience and functional medicine, showcasing how small changes in our gut health can have profound effects on our overall well-being.  We discuss the importance of the Family Nervous System (TM) and how she intricately supports the whole family ecosystem. 

Understanding the brain-gut-sensory axis is crucial, especially for parents navigating their child's developmental challenges. BG emphasizes that the right interventions at the right time can create a safe environment for healing.  

Connect with BG:

Linked In

Instagram

Website: https://www.braingutinstitute.com/



]]> BG Mancini, AP, MHSc, is an Advanced Certified Functional Medicine Clinician,Licensed Acupuncture Physician, and Neurodevelopmental Specialist with 30+ years of clinical experience. As founder of The Brain & Gut Institute, she has worked with thousands of patients and trained clinicians worldwide on how physiological states influence regulation, behavior, and healing. Her Brain–Gut–Sensory Axis Framework integrates neuroscience, the microbiome, sensory physiology, and autonomic function to optimize how we feel and interact with the world around us and within us. Her FID model consists of using the Frequency, Intensity and Duration Framework to help individuals and clinicians to understand how Inputs, Response, and Rewiring through MicroResetsTM support building reserves, resilience and deepened capacity.

BG shares that the state of our nervous system will determine whether we can process and release ongoing stress or trauma or whether it will be filed and stored in our cells and tissues. With her unique framework, she integrates neuroscience and functional medicine, showcasing how small changes in our gut health can have profound effects on our overall well-being.  We discuss the importance of the Family Nervous System (TM) and how she intricately supports the whole family ecosystem. 

Understanding the brain-gut-sensory axis is crucial, especially for parents navigating their child's developmental challenges. BG emphasizes that the right interventions at the right time can create a safe environment for healing.  

Connect with BG:

Linked In

Instagram

Website: https://www.braingutinstitute.com/



]]> Fatima Hassan and Megan Harcourt Buzzsprout-19231886 Tue, 26 May 2026 05:00:00 -0400 3051 2 7 full false Pelvic Floor Health: Dr. Sabrina Baxter Pelvic Floor Health: Dr. Sabrina Baxter Dr. Sabrina Baxter is a pelvic floor physical therapist and birth doula in South Florida. She is the founder of Floor Friendly, a pelvic health practice focused on helping women through chronic pelvic pain, bladder and bowel dysfunction, pregnancy, postpartum recovery. Dr. Baxter blends her clinical PT expertise with strength training and education to help women feel strong, supported, and confident in their bodies. 

This conversation explores pelvic floor anatomy and functions, signs and symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction and most especially the role of pelvic health in fertility and pregnancy. Dr. Baxter uses a holistic approaches to support pelvic pain and endometriosis and shares in depth the importance of cycle awareness and self-care. 

In her practice, she combines hands-on body work and therapeutic exercise to restore posture, build strength and provide her clients with long-lasting results and relief. 

Floor Friendly : https://www.drsabrinabaxter.com/pelvic-pt

Instagram: @floorfriendly @drsabrinabaxter


]]> Dr. Sabrina Baxter is a pelvic floor physical therapist and birth doula in South Florida. She is the founder of Floor Friendly, a pelvic health practice focused on helping women through chronic pelvic pain, bladder and bowel dysfunction, pregnancy, postpartum recovery. Dr. Baxter blends her clinical PT expertise with strength training and education to help women feel strong, supported, and confident in their bodies. 

This conversation explores pelvic floor anatomy and functions, signs and symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction and most especially the role of pelvic health in fertility and pregnancy. Dr. Baxter uses a holistic approaches to support pelvic pain and endometriosis and shares in depth the importance of cycle awareness and self-care. 

In her practice, she combines hands-on body work and therapeutic exercise to restore posture, build strength and provide her clients with long-lasting results and relief. 

Floor Friendly : https://www.drsabrinabaxter.com/pelvic-pt

Instagram: @floorfriendly @drsabrinabaxter


]]> Fatima Hassan and Megan Harcourt Buzzsprout-18983903 Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:00:00 -0400 2636 2 6 full false Whole-Body Apraxia and Spelling: Dr. Dana Johnson Whole-Body Apraxia and Spelling: Dr. Dana Johnson Dr. Dana Johnson, PhD, MS, OTR/L, is the Founder of Spellers Center Tampa and Spellers Center Atlanta, the Founder of Invictus Academy Tampa Bay, and the co-founder of the Spellers Method™. She holds a Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy and a PhD in Child and Adolescent Mental Health and Development. 

Dr. Johnson is a producer of the award-winning documentary SPELLERS, executive producer of UNDERESTIMATED: The Heroic Rise of Nonspeaking Spellers, and co-author of The Spellers Guidebook: Practical Advice for Parents and Students. She also serves on the Medical Science and Advisory Board for Documenting Hope.

With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Johnson specializes in helping individuals with autism, apraxia, and other neurodevelopmental disabilities develop intentional motor skills and improve their overall health. Her work is rooted in a deep belief that these individuals are capable, intelligent, and deserving of the support needed to unlock their full potential.

As she shares, whole-body apraxia  is consistently inconsistent. This episode is will help any professional who is look to reframe or shift their mindset as a good starting point in better understanding our non-speakers, whole-body apraxia as well as presuming competence. 

Connect with Dr. Dana Johnson on You Tube, Instagram, X and Facebook.

 https://www.youtube.com/@DrDanaJohnson

www.drdanajohnson.com

https://www.spellers.com/tampa

CHAPTERS

00:00
Introduction to Dr. Dana Johnson

02:09
Dr. Johnson's Journey in Occupational Therapy

04:49
The Shift to Whole Body Apraxia

10:22
Understanding the Gut-Brain Connection

14:10
Presuming Competence in Clients

17:38
Practical Strategies for Therapists

26:20
Managing Expectations with Whole Body Apraxia

27:36
Mindset Shifts in Therapy

32:37
The Role of Parents in Advocacy

36:59
Self-Regulation and Co-Regulation

43:22
Challenging Traditional Testing Methods

51:33
The Importance of Vision in Motor Planning

]]> Dr. Dana Johnson, PhD, MS, OTR/L, is the Founder of Spellers Center Tampa and Spellers Center Atlanta, the Founder of Invictus Academy Tampa Bay, and the co-founder of the Spellers Method™. She holds a Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy and a PhD in Child and Adolescent Mental Health and Development. 

Dr. Johnson is a producer of the award-winning documentary SPELLERS, executive producer of UNDERESTIMATED: The Heroic Rise of Nonspeaking Spellers, and co-author of The Spellers Guidebook: Practical Advice for Parents and Students. She also serves on the Medical Science and Advisory Board for Documenting Hope.

With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Johnson specializes in helping individuals with autism, apraxia, and other neurodevelopmental disabilities develop intentional motor skills and improve their overall health. Her work is rooted in a deep belief that these individuals are capable, intelligent, and deserving of the support needed to unlock their full potential.

As she shares, whole-body apraxia  is consistently inconsistent. This episode is will help any professional who is look to reframe or shift their mindset as a good starting point in better understanding our non-speakers, whole-body apraxia as well as presuming competence. 

Connect with Dr. Dana Johnson on You Tube, Instagram, X and Facebook.

 https://www.youtube.com/@DrDanaJohnson

www.drdanajohnson.com

https://www.spellers.com/tampa

CHAPTERS

00:00
Introduction to Dr. Dana Johnson

02:09
Dr. Johnson's Journey in Occupational Therapy

04:49
The Shift to Whole Body Apraxia

10:22
Understanding the Gut-Brain Connection

14:10
Presuming Competence in Clients

17:38
Practical Strategies for Therapists

26:20
Managing Expectations with Whole Body Apraxia

27:36
Mindset Shifts in Therapy

32:37
The Role of Parents in Advocacy

36:59
Self-Regulation and Co-Regulation

43:22
Challenging Traditional Testing Methods

51:33
The Importance of Vision in Motor Planning

]]> Fatima Hassan and Megan Harcourt Buzzsprout-18930479 Tue, 31 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0400 4116 2 5 full false Unlocking Airway Health: A Conversation with Dr. Svitlana Koval Unlocking Airway Health: A Conversation with Dr. Svitlana Koval In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Svitlana Koval shares her journey into airway-focused orthodontics, emphasizing the importance of understanding the airway in relation to orthodontic treatment. She discusses the impact of sleep disordered breathing with children and adults, the significance of oral anatomy in speech therapy, and the role of the oral microbiome. Dr. Koval also explains innovative procedures like MARPE (Miniscrew-assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion) highlighting their benefits for airway health and overall well-being. The discussion underscores the need for an interdisciplinary approach in treatment, guiding parents on how to seek the best support for their children and how fundamental it is to assess a child's airway when symptoms arise. 

Website: https://www.drssk.com/

Instagram: @drsvitlanakoval

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drsvitlanakoval

00:00
Introduction to Dr. Svitlana Koval

02:33
The Journey to Airway-Focused Orthodontics

06:26
Understanding Airway and Orthodontics

11:05
The Impact of Sleep Disordered Breathing

15:52
Anatomy and Oral Motor Observations

20:30
The Role of Mouth Breathing in Oral Health

24:58
MARPE and Palatal Expansion Procedures

32:28
Posture and Airway Treatment

36:22
Finding the Right Support for Airway Issues

]]> In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Svitlana Koval shares her journey into airway-focused orthodontics, emphasizing the importance of understanding the airway in relation to orthodontic treatment. She discusses the impact of sleep disordered breathing with children and adults, the significance of oral anatomy in speech therapy, and the role of the oral microbiome. Dr. Koval also explains innovative procedures like MARPE (Miniscrew-assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion) highlighting their benefits for airway health and overall well-being. The discussion underscores the need for an interdisciplinary approach in treatment, guiding parents on how to seek the best support for their children and how fundamental it is to assess a child's airway when symptoms arise. 

Website: https://www.drssk.com/

Instagram: @drsvitlanakoval

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drsvitlanakoval

00:00
Introduction to Dr. Svitlana Koval

02:33
The Journey to Airway-Focused Orthodontics

06:26
Understanding Airway and Orthodontics

11:05
The Impact of Sleep Disordered Breathing

15:52
Anatomy and Oral Motor Observations

20:30
The Role of Mouth Breathing in Oral Health

24:58
MARPE and Palatal Expansion Procedures

32:28
Posture and Airway Treatment

36:22
Finding the Right Support for Airway Issues

]]> Fatima Hassan and Megan Harcourt Buzzsprout-18865542 Wed, 18 Mar 2026 19:00:00 -0400 2691 2 4 full false Presuming Competence: Austin Moore's Journey Presuming Competence: Austin Moore's Journey In this episode of the Holistic Speech Path podcast, we welcome Austin Moore, a spelling coach based in Atlanta who shares his journey into the world of spelling and communication for non-speakers. An absolute brilliant mind with a big heart, Austin discusses the importance of presuming competence, the challenges faced by practitioners, and the various methodologies available for teaching spelling. The conversation delves into the brain-body disconnect, gestalt language processing, and the transformative power of spelling in the lives of autistic individuals.  Austin emphasizes the need for humility, trust, and community support in this field, while also looking towards the future of communication. What an inspiring conversation!

Connect with Austin on social media: Instagram, TikTok and YouTube: @spellingmoore

https://spellingmoore.org

00:00
Introduction to Spelling and Communication

02:51
Austin's Journey into the Spelling World

05:37
The Importance of Presuming Competence

08:16
Humility and Learning in Practice

11:16
Navigating Different Methodologies

14:03
Building Communication Through Spelling

16:55
The Role of Trust and Regulation

19:29
The Journey of Non-Speakers to Communication

22:17
The Challenges and Triumphs of Spelling

25:17
Gestalt Processing and Communication Patterns

29:25
Understanding Rote Speech and Communication Challenges

31:56
The Complexity of Sensory Processing and Communication

35:56
The Importance of Presuming Competence

40:10
Empathy and Understanding in Communication

42:42
Personal Stories and Transformative Experiences

46:14
Analogies for Understanding Communication Barriers

51:23
Neuroplasticity and Building Communication Pathways

]]> In this episode of the Holistic Speech Path podcast, we welcome Austin Moore, a spelling coach based in Atlanta who shares his journey into the world of spelling and communication for non-speakers. An absolute brilliant mind with a big heart, Austin discusses the importance of presuming competence, the challenges faced by practitioners, and the various methodologies available for teaching spelling. The conversation delves into the brain-body disconnect, gestalt language processing, and the transformative power of spelling in the lives of autistic individuals.  Austin emphasizes the need for humility, trust, and community support in this field, while also looking towards the future of communication. What an inspiring conversation!

Connect with Austin on social media: Instagram, TikTok and YouTube: @spellingmoore

https://spellingmoore.org

00:00
Introduction to Spelling and Communication

02:51
Austin's Journey into the Spelling World

05:37
The Importance of Presuming Competence

08:16
Humility and Learning in Practice

11:16
Navigating Different Methodologies

14:03
Building Communication Through Spelling

16:55
The Role of Trust and Regulation

19:29
The Journey of Non-Speakers to Communication

22:17
The Challenges and Triumphs of Spelling

25:17
Gestalt Processing and Communication Patterns

29:25
Understanding Rote Speech and Communication Challenges

31:56
The Complexity of Sensory Processing and Communication

35:56
The Importance of Presuming Competence

40:10
Empathy and Understanding in Communication

42:42
Personal Stories and Transformative Experiences

46:14
Analogies for Understanding Communication Barriers

51:23
Neuroplasticity and Building Communication Pathways

]]> Fatima Hassan and Megan Harcourt Buzzsprout-18826750 Tue, 17 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0400 3752 2 3 full false Reflex Therapy from a Visual Perspective: Dr. Pauline Buck Reflex Therapy from a Visual Perspective: Dr. Pauline Buck Dr. Pauline K. Buck, O.D., FOVDR, is a fellowship trained optometrist with the OVDRA.

 Dr. Buck developed and is the optometric director of Dr Buck Vision, in Miami, Florida. The clinic focuses on improving the efficiency of the visual system in individuals of all ages, from children with visually based learning dysfunction to teens with concussion to post stroke adults. Dr. Buck utilizes tried and true vision therapy technologies and techniques and has been known to occasionally create her own.  However, her strength is in the collaborative way she works with allied health professionals, teachers, and tutors. Her relationships with these professionals and their numerous information exchanges over the years has cultivated an awareness and understanding of how vision and the therapeutic disciplines of occupational, physical and speech therapy complement each other for improved patient outcomes.  

There is a big difference in vision "can I see" and vision as in "how are the eyes behaving." In this episode, Dr. Buck discusses numerous paradigm shifts that helped her recreate her visual pyramid and hierarchy of support in partnering with OT's, functional medicine doctors and other professionals. Vision is related to brain growth and development, sensory, motor, speech and other functions in the body. This is a hugely insightful episode and visual behavior must be taken into consideration as you look at the "whole-child."

Dr. Pauline Buck: https://www.drbuckvision.com/ 

Note: since recording the workshop took place. 

]]> Dr. Pauline K. Buck, O.D., FOVDR, is a fellowship trained optometrist with the OVDRA.

 Dr. Buck developed and is the optometric director of Dr Buck Vision, in Miami, Florida. The clinic focuses on improving the efficiency of the visual system in individuals of all ages, from children with visually based learning dysfunction to teens with concussion to post stroke adults. Dr. Buck utilizes tried and true vision therapy technologies and techniques and has been known to occasionally create her own.  However, her strength is in the collaborative way she works with allied health professionals, teachers, and tutors. Her relationships with these professionals and their numerous information exchanges over the years has cultivated an awareness and understanding of how vision and the therapeutic disciplines of occupational, physical and speech therapy complement each other for improved patient outcomes.  

There is a big difference in vision "can I see" and vision as in "how are the eyes behaving." In this episode, Dr. Buck discusses numerous paradigm shifts that helped her recreate her visual pyramid and hierarchy of support in partnering with OT's, functional medicine doctors and other professionals. Vision is related to brain growth and development, sensory, motor, speech and other functions in the body. This is a hugely insightful episode and visual behavior must be taken into consideration as you look at the "whole-child."

Dr. Pauline Buck: https://www.drbuckvision.com/ 

Note: since recording the workshop took place. 

]]> Fatima Hassan and Megan Harcourt Buzzsprout-18640065 Wed, 11 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0400 2821 2 1 full false We are back! Season 2 updates We are back! Season 2 updates Welcome back to Season 2 of The Holistic Speech Path Podcast. HSP has been on our hearts and minds for the last 8 months as we took a break to recalibrate and focus on our health, shifting our clinical work and taking the time needed to make sure we are in full alignment. We have some incredible guests this season and will be further exploring airway health, vision and visual behavior, spelling and supporting non-speakers, pelvic floor health, motor planning from an OT lens and so much more. We are in deep gratitude that you chose to share your attention and time with us. HSP is our contribution to the collective so that we can all grow and learn together. 

]]> Welcome back to Season 2 of The Holistic Speech Path Podcast. HSP has been on our hearts and minds for the last 8 months as we took a break to recalibrate and focus on our health, shifting our clinical work and taking the time needed to make sure we are in full alignment. We have some incredible guests this season and will be further exploring airway health, vision and visual behavior, spelling and supporting non-speakers, pelvic floor health, motor planning from an OT lens and so much more. We are in deep gratitude that you chose to share your attention and time with us. HSP is our contribution to the collective so that we can all grow and learn together. 

]]> Fatima Hassan and Megan Harcourt Buzzsprout-18824860 Tue, 10 Mar 2026 15:00:00 -0400 1080 2 1 full false Autism to Awesomism with Suzy Miller Autism to Awesomism with Suzy Miller Suzy Miller is a pioneer in the field of Speech-Language Pathology having been one of the very first SLP's to understand the depth and magnitude of energy and vibration in working with autistic children. Her experience in becoming multi-dimensional from a spiritual level is mind-blowing and has paved and continues to pave the way in allowing for us to truly understand what unconditional love and understanding is in working with autistic children. To truly listen to what they are conveying to us and the collective. 

Suzy is a visionary speaker, author, telepathic communicator, multidimensional seer and integration specialist. She began her life’s work after a child diagnosed with autism requested that she integrate his light body with the physical body so that he could function more fully here. Her success with his integration and many thousands of others with a similar request has encouraged her to use her skills to support anyone seeking to more fully express the essence of their true nature.

A former Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist, with a Master’s Degree in Education, Suzy has collaborated with professionals in a variety of fields from psychology, social work, mainstream education and medicine to leading edge scientists, metaphysicians, healers and new thought leaders.

A lifelong student of consciousness, Suzy has personally facilitated the growth and mastery of hundreds of Awesomism practitioners and thousands of private clients worldwide. She supports the integration of unintegrated aspects of Self through private sessions, courses, workshops, articles, speaking engagements, and live events! She specializes in the integration of autism, childhood traumas and heightened spiritual experiences. 


Suzy's website which hosts a plethora of resources and information, monthly offerings and her enlightening newsletter:

https://suzymiller.com

Suzy's brilliant must-read book Awesomism can be found here:

https://www.amazon.com/AWESOMISM-New-Understand-Diagnosis-Autism/dp/1440102856

]]> Suzy Miller is a pioneer in the field of Speech-Language Pathology having been one of the very first SLP's to understand the depth and magnitude of energy and vibration in working with autistic children. Her experience in becoming multi-dimensional from a spiritual level is mind-blowing and has paved and continues to pave the way in allowing for us to truly understand what unconditional love and understanding is in working with autistic children. To truly listen to what they are conveying to us and the collective. 

Suzy is a visionary speaker, author, telepathic communicator, multidimensional seer and integration specialist. She began her life’s work after a child diagnosed with autism requested that she integrate his light body with the physical body so that he could function more fully here. Her success with his integration and many thousands of others with a similar request has encouraged her to use her skills to support anyone seeking to more fully express the essence of their true nature.

A former Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist, with a Master’s Degree in Education, Suzy has collaborated with professionals in a variety of fields from psychology, social work, mainstream education and medicine to leading edge scientists, metaphysicians, healers and new thought leaders.

A lifelong student of consciousness, Suzy has personally facilitated the growth and mastery of hundreds of Awesomism practitioners and thousands of private clients worldwide. She supports the integration of unintegrated aspects of Self through private sessions, courses, workshops, articles, speaking engagements, and live events! She specializes in the integration of autism, childhood traumas and heightened spiritual experiences. 


Suzy's website which hosts a plethora of resources and information, monthly offerings and her enlightening newsletter:

https://suzymiller.com

Suzy's brilliant must-read book Awesomism can be found here:

https://www.amazon.com/AWESOMISM-New-Understand-Diagnosis-Autism/dp/1440102856

]]> Fatima Hassan and Megan Harcourt Buzzsprout-17355659 Tue, 17 Jun 2025 20:00:00 -0400 3180 1 11 full false Money Mindset as an SLP and Making a Shift with Cleo Matlou Money Mindset as an SLP and Making a Shift with Cleo Matlou Most SLP's are not paid enough in comparison to the heavy work loads they carry. We are often taught to practice from a  "lack mindset" instead of an "abundance mindset" with money and to function from a personal and professional lens of do more for less. A shift is urgently necessary to help avoid burnout. While there is always a need for advocacy, the truth is, a holistic mindset toward your relationship with money starts with YOU. All roads and paths will lead back to "self." 

Our conversation with Cleo Matlou, a Money Mindset Coach was expansive and very empowering. She shares some foundational ways to make the necessary shift toward creating more capacity to receive wealth and abundance in your business, career and life. We speak about how many SLP's have subconscious beliefs that are controlling their internal narrative holding them back to try something new or reach their full alignment with their own unique footprint. Entrepreneurship is far from easy but keeping in mind the importance of "impact" and "income" can help set you up for success. 

Website: https://www.womenaboutfinance.com/about

Linkedin: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/cleo-matlou

Instagram: @cleo_matlou

]]> Most SLP's are not paid enough in comparison to the heavy work loads they carry. We are often taught to practice from a  "lack mindset" instead of an "abundance mindset" with money and to function from a personal and professional lens of do more for less. A shift is urgently necessary to help avoid burnout. While there is always a need for advocacy, the truth is, a holistic mindset toward your relationship with money starts with YOU. All roads and paths will lead back to "self." 

Our conversation with Cleo Matlou, a Money Mindset Coach was expansive and very empowering. She shares some foundational ways to make the necessary shift toward creating more capacity to receive wealth and abundance in your business, career and life. We speak about how many SLP's have subconscious beliefs that are controlling their internal narrative holding them back to try something new or reach their full alignment with their own unique footprint. Entrepreneurship is far from easy but keeping in mind the importance of "impact" and "income" can help set you up for success. 

Website: https://www.womenaboutfinance.com/about

Linkedin: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/cleo-matlou

Instagram: @cleo_matlou

]]> Fatima Hassan and Megan Harcourt Buzzsprout-17284191 Wed, 04 Jun 2025 21:00:00 -0400 2982 1 10 full false Telepathy and Spelling - And Hope Began Telepathy and Spelling - And Hope Began Many know Katie Asher as Houstons mom from the Telepathy Tapes. We had the honor of speaking to Katie and learning more about her entire journey from childhood to motherhood and everything in between. She is a single mother of five and fierce advocate for her son Houston and all other non-speakers with severe motor impairments. She is also the author of The Book of Heaven which led to her playing a key role in the award winning podcast The Telepathy Tapes. Houston was almost 22 years old before he had an opportunity to learn how to communicate. Before that day, when people would ask Katie what she wanted most in life she would shoot back, “I want to know my son! I want to know what he thinks and feels!” She shares in depth that the day their lives changed forever was when, after a few months of struggling on the letter boards, Houston was asked this question after a lesson on the history of the t-shirt. “If you could put any slogan on a t-shirt, what would it be?” and Houston slowly, letter by letter, spelled…        I        M        I         N        H       E        R        E. 

And hope began. Katie's efforts are focused on dismantling institutions, policies, laws, and prejudices that have denied these ctiizens their legal and constitutional rights as well as dehumanized them. She holds this truth: " Unity can only happen after truth begets justice. Then love can win." 

Follow Katie and Houstons journey on IG: @asherhousehope

Purchase Katie's book on Amazon here: 

The Book of Heaven- a story of hope for the outcasts, the broken and those who lost faith. 

https://www.amazon.com/dp/1737898608?ref=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_CBAWVRKBK99R635N8MWN&ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_CBAWVRKBK99R635N8MWN&social_share=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_CBAWVRKBK99R635N8MWN&bestFormat=true

The Telepathy Tapes: https://thetelepathytapes.com/

Listen to the Telepathy Tapes on either Apple Podcast or Spotify

Watch the trailer of the upcoming film here:

https://thetelepathytapes.com/trailer

]]> Many know Katie Asher as Houstons mom from the Telepathy Tapes. We had the honor of speaking to Katie and learning more about her entire journey from childhood to motherhood and everything in between. She is a single mother of five and fierce advocate for her son Houston and all other non-speakers with severe motor impairments. She is also the author of The Book of Heaven which led to her playing a key role in the award winning podcast The Telepathy Tapes. Houston was almost 22 years old before he had an opportunity to learn how to communicate. Before that day, when people would ask Katie what she wanted most in life she would shoot back, “I want to know my son! I want to know what he thinks and feels!” She shares in depth that the day their lives changed forever was when, after a few months of struggling on the letter boards, Houston was asked this question after a lesson on the history of the t-shirt. “If you could put any slogan on a t-shirt, what would it be?” and Houston slowly, letter by letter, spelled…        I        M        I         N        H       E        R        E. 

And hope began. Katie's efforts are focused on dismantling institutions, policies, laws, and prejudices that have denied these ctiizens their legal and constitutional rights as well as dehumanized them. She holds this truth: " Unity can only happen after truth begets justice. Then love can win." 

Follow Katie and Houstons journey on IG: @asherhousehope

Purchase Katie's book on Amazon here: 

The Book of Heaven- a story of hope for the outcasts, the broken and those who lost faith. 

https://www.amazon.com/dp/1737898608?ref=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_CBAWVRKBK99R635N8MWN&ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_CBAWVRKBK99R635N8MWN&social_share=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_CBAWVRKBK99R635N8MWN&bestFormat=true

The Telepathy Tapes: https://thetelepathytapes.com/

Listen to the Telepathy Tapes on either Apple Podcast or Spotify

Watch the trailer of the upcoming film here:

https://thetelepathytapes.com/trailer

]]> Fatima Hassan and Megan Harcourt Buzzsprout-17230034 Tue, 27 May 2025 11:00:00 -0400 3995 1 9 full false From SLP to Spelling: Libby and John Paul's Story From SLP to Spelling: Libby and John Paul's Story Whether it is Spelling to Communicate (S2C), Rapid Prompt Method (RPM), the Spellers Method or Facilitated Communication, we can all agree that this arena of communicative support is nothing short of controversial. It is bewildering as to why especially with shared lived experiences and witnessing many children and young adults finally unlocking their voices and intellectual property via spelling. We had the wonderful gift of interviewing Libby Ingram who many will know from the Telepathy Tapes as John Paul's mom. Libby, an SLP, who has worked in a variety of settings shares her journey as an SLP and becoming a mom to twin boys, one of which was a non-speaking autistic.  She is a certified S2C practitioner since 2017 and now runs the foundation created in honor of her son. 

This conversation will challenge the current echo chambers and narratives that deny acknowledging lived experiences. Libby's honesty, vulnerability and courage during this conversation is nothing short of pure love in true service to non-speaking autistic children and their families.

Support the foundation here:https://lovejohnpaul.org/

Follow Libby and family keep John Pauls legacy alive in love and light on Instagram here: @lovelikejohnpaul 

https://www.instagram.com/lovelikejohnpaul?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==


]]> Whether it is Spelling to Communicate (S2C), Rapid Prompt Method (RPM), the Spellers Method or Facilitated Communication, we can all agree that this arena of communicative support is nothing short of controversial. It is bewildering as to why especially with shared lived experiences and witnessing many children and young adults finally unlocking their voices and intellectual property via spelling. We had the wonderful gift of interviewing Libby Ingram who many will know from the Telepathy Tapes as John Paul's mom. Libby, an SLP, who has worked in a variety of settings shares her journey as an SLP and becoming a mom to twin boys, one of which was a non-speaking autistic.  She is a certified S2C practitioner since 2017 and now runs the foundation created in honor of her son. 

This conversation will challenge the current echo chambers and narratives that deny acknowledging lived experiences. Libby's honesty, vulnerability and courage during this conversation is nothing short of pure love in true service to non-speaking autistic children and their families.

Support the foundation here:https://lovejohnpaul.org/

Follow Libby and family keep John Pauls legacy alive in love and light on Instagram here: @lovelikejohnpaul 

https://www.instagram.com/lovelikejohnpaul?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==


]]> Fatima Hassan and Megan Harcourt Buzzsprout-17193242 Tue, 20 May 2025 20:00:00 -0400 3622 1 8 full false Nutrition, Complex Picky Eating and ARFID with Shandy Laskey Nutrition, Complex Picky Eating and ARFID with Shandy Laskey Nutrition is foundational and many of our children struggle with complex picky eating. Our guest, Shandy Laskey is an integrative Speech-Language Pathologist and pediatric feeding specialist, as well as a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and Documenting Hope Certified Health Coach. Combining her qualifications and her passion for holistic health and wellness, Shandy serves as an online nutrition, feeding, and development coach for parents of children with complex picky eating with and without developmental conditions (such as autism, ADHDs, sensory processing disorders, developmental delays, Down syndrome, PANS PANDAS, and more). She is passionate about helping parents improve and optimize their child's health, wellness, and development at home through nutrition and lifestyle changes, in addition to developmental strategies.

In this episode, Shandy shares her insights from her own personal journey in dealing with chronic health issues and how this forged a path ahead with a niche and focus in nutrition and complex picky eating. We also speak about ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder), how it's diagnosed and where it overlaps with PANS/PANDAS and Pediatric Feeding Disorders. The hope and intention is that parents and fellow clinicians feel empowered after listening to this episode. 

 You can learn more about Shandy's work and free resources at speakingofhealthandwellness.com.


]]> Nutrition is foundational and many of our children struggle with complex picky eating. Our guest, Shandy Laskey is an integrative Speech-Language Pathologist and pediatric feeding specialist, as well as a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and Documenting Hope Certified Health Coach. Combining her qualifications and her passion for holistic health and wellness, Shandy serves as an online nutrition, feeding, and development coach for parents of children with complex picky eating with and without developmental conditions (such as autism, ADHDs, sensory processing disorders, developmental delays, Down syndrome, PANS PANDAS, and more). She is passionate about helping parents improve and optimize their child's health, wellness, and development at home through nutrition and lifestyle changes, in addition to developmental strategies.

In this episode, Shandy shares her insights from her own personal journey in dealing with chronic health issues and how this forged a path ahead with a niche and focus in nutrition and complex picky eating. We also speak about ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder), how it's diagnosed and where it overlaps with PANS/PANDAS and Pediatric Feeding Disorders. The hope and intention is that parents and fellow clinicians feel empowered after listening to this episode. 

 You can learn more about Shandy's work and free resources at speakingofhealthandwellness.com.


]]> Fatima Hassan and Megan Harcourt Buzzsprout-17155437 Wed, 14 May 2025 08:00:00 -0400 3775 1 7 full false Documenting Hope with Beth Lambert Documenting Hope with Beth Lambert Author, educator and former healthcare consultant, Beth Lambert has monitored and documented the escalating rates of childhood chronic conditions for over a decade.  Her first book, A Compromised Generation, provides a thorough analysis of the origins of this modern health crisis and documents how modifications to environmental and lifestyle factors can profoundly influence health outcomes, including full disease reversal. Beth is also the co-author of Brain Under Attack: A Resource for Parents and Caregivers of Children with PANS, PANDAS, and Autoimmune Encephalitis.

Documenting Hope is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization providing root cause healing solutions for children’s chronic health and developmental conditions. Documenting Hope provides resources and support for parents and practitioners who are ready to move beyond the conventional symptom-suppressive approach to disease management.

Learn more about:

Documenting Hope  www.documentinghope.com

A Compromised Generation: http://sentientpublications.com/shop/books/all-titles/a-compromised-generation/

Brain Under Attack http://www.brainunderattack.com

Reversal of Autism Symptoms among Dizygotic Twins through a Personalized Lifestyle and Environmental Modification Approach: A Case Report and Review of the Literature.

https://documentinghope.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Reversal-of-Autism-Symptoms-among-Dizygotic-Twins-through-a-Personalized-Lifestyle-and-Environmental-Modification-Approach-A-Case-Report-and-Review-of-the-Literature.pdf

Healing Together by Documenting Hope: supporting parents on a healing journey. https://healing.documentinghope.com/register/


]]> Author, educator and former healthcare consultant, Beth Lambert has monitored and documented the escalating rates of childhood chronic conditions for over a decade.  Her first book, A Compromised Generation, provides a thorough analysis of the origins of this modern health crisis and documents how modifications to environmental and lifestyle factors can profoundly influence health outcomes, including full disease reversal. Beth is also the co-author of Brain Under Attack: A Resource for Parents and Caregivers of Children with PANS, PANDAS, and Autoimmune Encephalitis.

Documenting Hope is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization providing root cause healing solutions for children’s chronic health and developmental conditions. Documenting Hope provides resources and support for parents and practitioners who are ready to move beyond the conventional symptom-suppressive approach to disease management.

Learn more about:

Documenting Hope  www.documentinghope.com

A Compromised Generation: http://sentientpublications.com/shop/books/all-titles/a-compromised-generation/

Brain Under Attack http://www.brainunderattack.com

Reversal of Autism Symptoms among Dizygotic Twins through a Personalized Lifestyle and Environmental Modification Approach: A Case Report and Review of the Literature.

https://documentinghope.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Reversal-of-Autism-Symptoms-among-Dizygotic-Twins-through-a-Personalized-Lifestyle-and-Environmental-Modification-Approach-A-Case-Report-and-Review-of-the-Literature.pdf

Healing Together by Documenting Hope: supporting parents on a healing journey. https://healing.documentinghope.com/register/


]]> Fatima Hassan and Megan Harcourt Buzzsprout-17136873 Sat, 10 May 2025 22:00:00 -0400 3171 1 6 full false Total Load Theory and the Power of AND Total Load Theory and the Power of AND Total Load Theory and the Power of AND

In this episode, we speak about the power of AND and how valuable it is to hold different perspectives to better serve our children. We have been convinced that in order to be neurodiversity affirming, we should ignore the determinants of health such as sleep, nutrition, stressors on the body from environmental factors etc. The power of AND teaches us that we can hold true many different ways to support our children all based on respect for their humanity first and foremost.

 Total Load Theory has been a game changer in how we both support families and children. When we speak about determining a child’s total load, what does that mean? Every human body has an individual load limit. One can handle only a certain number of stressors  before the body begins to show symptoms of breakdown. To understand a child's total load is to take into consideration ALL potential internal/external stressors and to determine how best to decrease these in order for that child to thrive. 

Some helpful resources as discussed in this episode:

1. Documenting Hope

https://documentinghope.com/

https://documentinghope.com/total-load-theory/


2. Breathe Institute

https://thebreatheinstitute.com/


3. Masgutova Neurosensorimotor Reflex Integration -  (MNRI Method)

https://masgutovamethod.com/the-method/how-mnri-method-works


4.Book: Outsmarting Autism by Patricia Lemer

]]> Total Load Theory and the Power of AND

In this episode, we speak about the power of AND and how valuable it is to hold different perspectives to better serve our children. We have been convinced that in order to be neurodiversity affirming, we should ignore the determinants of health such as sleep, nutrition, stressors on the body from environmental factors etc. The power of AND teaches us that we can hold true many different ways to support our children all based on respect for their humanity first and foremost.

 Total Load Theory has been a game changer in how we both support families and children. When we speak about determining a child’s total load, what does that mean? Every human body has an individual load limit. One can handle only a certain number of stressors  before the body begins to show symptoms of breakdown. To understand a child's total load is to take into consideration ALL potential internal/external stressors and to determine how best to decrease these in order for that child to thrive. 

Some helpful resources as discussed in this episode:

1. Documenting Hope

https://documentinghope.com/

https://documentinghope.com/total-load-theory/


2. Breathe Institute

https://thebreatheinstitute.com/


3. Masgutova Neurosensorimotor Reflex Integration -  (MNRI Method)

https://masgutovamethod.com/the-method/how-mnri-method-works


4.Book: Outsmarting Autism by Patricia Lemer

]]> Fatima Hassan and Megan Harcourt Buzzsprout-16980672 Tue, 15 Apr 2025 01:00:00 -0400 3259 1 5 full false SLP Burn Out SLP Burn Out SLP burn out is real, very real! And it doesn't have to be this way. In this episode, we share what we call a "LOVE" letter to SLP's who are either in grad school , beginning their Clinical Fellowship experience, or experienced SLP's who have simply had enough. We share our lived experiences in navigating burn out and what we did to make the shift because it is possible despite what we have been made to believe. All paths will lead you back to getting very clear on your "why" and how it drives your "how." More so, our hope and intention is that you return back to "self" and lead from that heart space in your clinical practice. We talk about an abundance mindset, choosing courage over comfort and getting honest and clear with yourself. 

]]> SLP burn out is real, very real! And it doesn't have to be this way. In this episode, we share what we call a "LOVE" letter to SLP's who are either in grad school , beginning their Clinical Fellowship experience, or experienced SLP's who have simply had enough. We share our lived experiences in navigating burn out and what we did to make the shift because it is possible despite what we have been made to believe. All paths will lead you back to getting very clear on your "why" and how it drives your "how." More so, our hope and intention is that you return back to "self" and lead from that heart space in your clinical practice. We talk about an abundance mindset, choosing courage over comfort and getting honest and clear with yourself. 

]]> Fatima Hassan and Megan Harcourt Buzzsprout-16908484 Wed, 02 Apr 2025 21:00:00 -0400 2941 1 4 full false Parent Empowerment and Strong Intuition Parent Empowerment and Strong Intuition Your thoughts are more powerful than you think. They are able to shape and shift the entire ecosystem in a family. In this episode, we share the importance of understanding our role/s as professionals and that parents/caregivers/guardians are the gate-keepers of their child. Encouraging a strong parental intuition is foundational prior to curating any team of therapists. Healing starts with "self" and despite what we have been told, a parents nervous system is as important if not more in holding space for their child's healing journey. Our goal is to empower parents to pave the way forward with good discernment and strong intuition. Energy is everything!

]]> Your thoughts are more powerful than you think. They are able to shape and shift the entire ecosystem in a family. In this episode, we share the importance of understanding our role/s as professionals and that parents/caregivers/guardians are the gate-keepers of their child. Encouraging a strong parental intuition is foundational prior to curating any team of therapists. Healing starts with "self" and despite what we have been told, a parents nervous system is as important if not more in holding space for their child's healing journey. Our goal is to empower parents to pave the way forward with good discernment and strong intuition. Energy is everything!

]]> Fatima Hassan and Megan Harcourt Buzzsprout-16867215 Wed, 26 Mar 2025 20:00:00 -0400 2323 1 3 full false Trust the Science? Trust the Science? In our field of Speech-Language Pathology, it has never felt more compelling to shift our clinical approach and understanding of how we interpret, understand, practice and implement trending research and data. We often hear "trust the science" and are understanding now more than ever that absence of evidence is not evidence of absence. In this episode, we discuss our UNlearning and the value of honoring a family and child's lived experience just as much, if not more than any research paper could provide. 

Name calling it "pseudoscience", "misinformation" or "conspiracy theory" every time we encounter a complex subject, especially with Autism, isn't going to cut it in intellectual discourse anymore. Critical thinking, questioning everything and being open are pre-requisites to successfully understanding what a child of today may need from our skill. The end goal is to function within your scope of practice in a way that allows for every parent, caregiver or guardian to make decisions for that child from a place of informed consent. 

]]> In our field of Speech-Language Pathology, it has never felt more compelling to shift our clinical approach and understanding of how we interpret, understand, practice and implement trending research and data. We often hear "trust the science" and are understanding now more than ever that absence of evidence is not evidence of absence. In this episode, we discuss our UNlearning and the value of honoring a family and child's lived experience just as much, if not more than any research paper could provide. 

Name calling it "pseudoscience", "misinformation" or "conspiracy theory" every time we encounter a complex subject, especially with Autism, isn't going to cut it in intellectual discourse anymore. Critical thinking, questioning everything and being open are pre-requisites to successfully understanding what a child of today may need from our skill. The end goal is to function within your scope of practice in a way that allows for every parent, caregiver or guardian to make decisions for that child from a place of informed consent. 

]]> Fatima Hassan and Megan Harcourt Buzzsprout-16547036 Mon, 03 Feb 2025 10:00:00 -0500 2345 1 2 full false Meet Megan and Fatima Meet Megan and Fatima In this first episode of the Holistic Speech Path Podcast (HSP), hosts Fatima Hassan and Megan Harcourt, both holistic, integrative speech-language pathologists (SLP's) share their journey of how they became good friends, their SLP journey and the power of UNlearning. 

They discuss their personal trajectory as SLP's and the intention and hope for creating this "hub of hope" in reframing how they support children and their families. This episode sets the stage for future conversations and interviews with a variety of professionals and experts in their respective fields. We aim to create a supportive and evolving community leading with an open heart and open mind. 

Megan: @attunementspeechtherapy
www.attunementspeechtherapy.com

Fatima: @terra_speech_language
www.terraspeech.com

]]> In this first episode of the Holistic Speech Path Podcast (HSP), hosts Fatima Hassan and Megan Harcourt, both holistic, integrative speech-language pathologists (SLP's) share their journey of how they became good friends, their SLP journey and the power of UNlearning. 

They discuss their personal trajectory as SLP's and the intention and hope for creating this "hub of hope" in reframing how they support children and their families. This episode sets the stage for future conversations and interviews with a variety of professionals and experts in their respective fields. We aim to create a supportive and evolving community leading with an open heart and open mind. 

Megan: @attunementspeechtherapy
www.attunementspeechtherapy.com

Fatima: @terra_speech_language
www.terraspeech.com

]]> Fatima Hassan and Megan Harcort Buzzsprout-16508051 Mon, 27 Jan 2025 20:00:00 -0500 1679 1 1 full false HSP Podcast Trailer HSP Podcast Trailer Welcome to The Holistic Speech Path Podcast hosted by Megan Harcourt (@attunementspeechtherapy) and Fatima Hassan (@terra_speech_language). Together, we’re here to spark bold, honest conversations that challenge traditional approaches to speech and language therapy. In a rapidly evolving world, we began to challenge ourselves and the traditional norms of speech and language therapy, recognizing that it was no longer meeting the diverse needs of our clients. This podcast is about moving beyond conventional medical models. We explore holistic, whole-child approaches while listening to and trusting each family’s lived experience. Our intention is to lead with curiosity and an open mind and open heart. Join us as we bridge traditional practices with fresh perspectives.

]]> Welcome to The Holistic Speech Path Podcast hosted by Megan Harcourt (@attunementspeechtherapy) and Fatima Hassan (@terra_speech_language). Together, we’re here to spark bold, honest conversations that challenge traditional approaches to speech and language therapy. In a rapidly evolving world, we began to challenge ourselves and the traditional norms of speech and language therapy, recognizing that it was no longer meeting the diverse needs of our clients. This podcast is about moving beyond conventional medical models. We explore holistic, whole-child approaches while listening to and trusting each family’s lived experience. Our intention is to lead with curiosity and an open mind and open heart. Join us as we bridge traditional practices with fresh perspectives.

]]> Fatima Hassan and Megan Harcort Buzzsprout-16508281 Sun, 26 Jan 2025 22:00:00 -0500 66 1 full false