Beyond Words STL, LLC

10/04/2024

Excited to watch this one!

09/09/2024

School is starting (or has started) for many of you 🍎✏️📓

What can you do as a teacher, speech-language pathologist, professional or parent? 👇🏼

The most important thing you can do is acknowledge ALL echolalia as communication. It doesn’t matter if it’s in or seemingly out of context. It doesn’t matter if you can or can’t understand it or the meaning behind it. You can acknowledge by smiling, head nodding, repeating it back, saying “yeah” or “okay”. From there, we can do the detective work and figure out what the child may be communicating.

📢 We have a FREE Masterclass that is a great start for ALL school professionals. Sign up here 👉🏼 www.meaningfulspeech.com

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💙 Find our free resources, courses, blog, Marketplace and GLP handbook at meaningfulspeech.com

07/18/2024

07/01/2024

Enjoy the holiday everyone!

Stay cool and hydrated 🎇🎆

05/23/2024

Enjoy the long weekend everyone 😊

05/16/2024

📣 📣 Last call for summer speech and language therapy! I have just a few openings left!

Schedule your FREE consult today: https://calendly.com/beyondwordsstl/intro-consultation?back=1&month=2024-05&date=2024-05-07

Beyond Words, STL provides private speech and language services for pediatrics and young adults. I specialize in working with Autistic individuals (speaking and non-speaking, all support levels, AAC users, Gestalt Language Processors, and more!)

05/14/2024

May is Better Speech and Hearing Month! Did you know that Speech Language Pathologists have a wide scope of practice? Let's look into it 👀

💬 SLPs work across the lifespan, from infancy to geriatrics. Most SLPs work with either pediatrics or adults... I mostly work with pediatrics but do a little work with adults too 👶🏼👦🏿👨🏽👵🏻

💬 SLPs treat speech & language disorders... this can include speech sounds, stuttering, language, alternative communication, post-stroke communication, brain injury, early intervention, literacy, dyslexia, autism, & dementia (to name a few) 👄📖

💬 SLPs also treat swallowing disorders, help with memory, and work with cognition. Swallowing disorders can occur in pediatrics and adults! 🧠🍼🍽️

💬 SLPs work in schools, hospitals, private practices, skilled nursing facilities, rehabilitation centers, home health, early intervention, NICU, acute care, and more! Did you know that SLPs can even serve as expert witnesses and testify to speech and language difficulties? 🕵🏼‍♀️🏥🏠

💬 SLPs are lifelong learners. We keep up with the most current research, trainings, and learning opportunities in order to best serve YOU!🤔🫵🏽

💬 SLPs advocate for the basic human right to autonomous communication for all patients. Everyone deserves their voice to be heard and as an SLP it’s an honor to be a part of your journey. 🗣️

Did you learn something new about SLPs today? Let us know down below! 💙

04/22/2024

We love Ms. Rachel! Make your way to We Rock the Spectrum - Fenton to meet her 💙

04/15/2024

MYTH BUSTED: Autistic and neurodivergent people CAN and DO become employed and hold down jobs. It may look different for everyone but what matters most is finding the right support for YOUR specific needs.

Not sure where to look? Start by asking your school district (if applicable). Or check out these organizations that may be able to help:
1️⃣ St. Louis Arc
2️⃣ Easterseals Midwest

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04/12/2024

YES, you should talk to your loved one about Autism! 🌟 Talking about Autism should be an ongoing dialogue to help your child grow and learn to understand themselves.

People often talk about Autism like it's all problems. Don't get me wrong... challenges do come with an Autism diagnosis, but there is a lot more to it. Let's look at how to discuss Autism from a strengths-based perspective that highlights differences in brain functioning and Autistic strengths. 💪

Head to our resources page and click on "How to Explain Autism to Kids" to learn more! 📖 🧠 Link is in bio!

04/08/2024

It’s almost here!! In STL we can expect 99.146% coverage of the sun today at 2PM ☀️

Safety is a huge priority during the eclipse. It is SO important to educate yourself and your autistic kids, friends, family members about how to keep their eyes safe during the eclipse‼️

Check out these resources for educating on the eclipse!

https://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=youtu.be&si=FWuDpjgGGLsPUzGb&v=j7fBIfLEXpQ

https://selfadvocacyinfo.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Solar-Eclipse-Safety-in-Plain-Language-2024.pdf?fbclid=IwAR1IyTAyHI59L68uWnhy7HCmdMDvqrujFZ26ptqoCsfyVyo4F1ck9FKTJQU_aem_Af1wtJO9jfGp9vGEioXajeeIS8XoOIWgmyOgl4DqdagoahoYmCWIA4BMKGo_PSNt43o

Sing and learn about solar eclipses in this fun and catchy songs with AAC symbols and video of a real solar eclipse. ...

04/03/2024

Check out this fun sensory friendly event! 🏮🙊

04/02/2024

April 2, 2024: 🌏 World Autism Awareness Day, affectionately known to me as Awareness & Acceptance Day.

It's not confined to a single day or month. Autism awareness and acceptance demand a perpetual commitment to learn, evolve, empathize, celebrate, and embrace Autistic individuals. 🎉

Listen firsthand from Sarinah O’Donoghue: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/13rLW7FHQPD4P4cSKLNvzVg/an-autistic-persons-take-on-autism-awareness-week-acceptance-is-more-important-than-awareness

Join us as we elevate this conversation across our social media platforms (even more than usual) this month! 🗣

04/01/2024

🌟 Beyond Awareness: Embracing Autism Acceptance 💙

Awareness is a vital step towards acceptance. 🧠💡 While awareness serves as the essential groundwork, it's just the beginning of fully accepting Autism and Autistic folks as equal, not less. Understanding the nuances, differences, and strengths is pivotal in fostering a more inclusive society.

03/21/2024

To our lovely trisomy 21 friends 💙💛

To we are happy to celebrate you and all the beautiful things you do!

02/16/2024

Summer is right around the corner! ☀️ I am excited to share that Beyond Words STL is here for your child's communication journey all summer long! 🗣️🌟 No need for new evaluations – we're targeting your IEP goals and ensuring progress in a fun and supportive environment. 🎉