Communiverse

01/28/2026

“Communication isn’t just talking—it’s understanding.
At Communiverse®—Connecting Words and People Throughout the Lifespan—we teaches much more including these 3 skills:
1. Perspective-taking—pause to understand, not react
2. Facts vs opinions—don’t confuse truth with interpretation
3. Don’t feed negativity—not everything deserves your energy

Words matter… and so do boundaries.

01/28/2026

✨We teach words and tone... but we also teach the thinking behind communication.
✅Perspective-taking
✅Facts vs opinions
✅How to ignore negativity instead of feeding it.

Because real connection takes more than “good words.”

01/28/2026

This is when AI is a beautiful thing. Everyone deserves a voice.

01/22/2026

I broke a toe… and stayed regulated. 🦶😮‍💨

Not because I’m unbothered.
Not because it didn’t hurt.

But because self-regulation is a skill—and skills can be practiced in real time.

✨ 3 things that helped:
• Pause the body before the brain
• Use declarative self-talk (statements > questions)
• Shrink the moment to the very next step

You don’t have to regulate the whole problem.
Just this moment.

Calm isn’t a personality trait.
It’s something you can practice, teach, and learn—at any age.

Save this for the next hard moment 🤍

01/16/2026

We’ve got something really fun coming your way — including a giveaway at an upcoming event that I’ll be sharing more about right here!

Our goal? 💛
Getting kids off their cell phones and back to real play, real connection, and real communication. These experiences build social skills, executive function, and confidence in ways screens never can.

Stay tuned for details — you won’t want to miss this one!

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12/14/2025

Brooke Slater Goodspeed founded GET Cafe. A must watch/go!

This holiday season, you can enjoy a feel-good film about a local business brimming with heart. Philly Live’s Sheila Watko sits down with the filmmaker of “Brewing Possibilities” and the owner of Narberth’s incredible Get Cafe to discuss their extraordinary mission and Thursday night’s wor...

12/04/2025

Sometimes the boundaries we need most… are with ourselves. Parenting is hard, and self-talk matters. Speak kindly, set limits, and give yourself the same love you give your kids.

11/26/2025

The lie? That social groups are gone.
The truth? We’ve actually shifted away from traditional social communication groups so we can focus fully on our Peer Partner Program® — personalized peer matches created with each client’s unique needs, strengths, and goals in mind. Real connections. Real growth. 💛

11/20/2025

Let’s play! 🎉
Sue from Communiverse is sharing Two Truths & a Lie… but can YOU spot the fake? 👀
Guess the lie in the comments! ⬇️

11/12/2025

“Look” and “Let’s”: Two Little Words That Build Big Communication Skills

As a speech-language pathologist, I’ve noticed that the words we choose can open doors to connection—especially for neurodivergent individuals learning to communicate in meaningful ways.

Here are 3 key ways to use these simple but powerful cues across all ages 👇
    1.    👀 “Look” invites shared attention
Use “Look” to share focus, not demand it. For example:
👉 “Look, the bubbles popped!” instead of “Look at me.”
This encourages curiosity and joint attention—essential building blocks for conversation.
    2.    🤝 “Let’s” invites collaboration
“Let’s” transforms communication into connection.
👉 “Let’s build together” or “Let’s tell that story again.”
It says, I’m with you. It’s not about compliance—it’s about shared experience.
    3.    💬 Model language that builds relationships
Instead of correcting or quizzing (“What is that?”), narrate, join, and expand:
👉 “You found it!” or “Let’s see what happens next.”
These words invite participation and belonging—no matter the person’s age or communication style.

✨ Small words. Big impact.
At Communiverse®, we’re always helping people connect—one meaningful word at a time

11/10/2025

We are in such a great field and there aren’t enough of us. Our children suffer.

Speech language pathologists in Philly schools urged the school board to take action. The number of students needing speech services is on the rise.

11/08/2025

Rose, Thorn & Bud — Supporting Communication Without Questioning

In speech-language therapy, we talk a lot about the power of declarative language instead of constant questioning.

Why?
Because many learners — children and adults — communicate more successfully when we model language, share our own thoughts, and invite connection, rather than quiz them.

Lately I’ve been using a simple conversational routine with my adult clients (inspired by my own grown kids!) that has made a BIG impact:

✨ Rose — the best part of your week
🍂 Thorn — the hardest part of your week
🌱 Bud — something you’re looking forward to

Instead of asking, I might say:

“My rose was taking a walk by the ocean.
My thorn was rushing this morning — whew!
My bud is enjoying a cozy dinner tonight.”

Then I pause, smile, and wait.

No pressure.
No rapid-fire questions.
Just an open space for communication to grow 🌱

When we model, we give the brain language tools.
When we share, we strengthen connection.
When we offer structure, we build confidence.

And slowly… we see blooms. 🌸

Try it with the communicators in your world — of any age.

Communication isn’t a test — it’s a relationship.
Let’s nurture it. 💫