How To Do Telehealth Speech Therapy for New SLPs, CFYs, SLPAs

23-minute power punch video that will help SLPs, CFYs, new grads, SLPAs and even OTs, and COTAs perform online pediatric virtual speech or occupational therapy! This video contains so much helpful information! This video is part of a Telehealth certification course for PTs, OTs and SLPs for all three associations. Be ahead of the game and gain new skills in 2025, 2026 and beyond by viewing this video full of helpful tips!

Topics in this video for speech language pathologists, new students in speech therapy, college students of speech therapy, medical SLPs that are transitioning to online virtual pediatric speech therapy:

● Adapting therapy techniques for virtual settings

Child-centered approach
Websites and platforms that are the most popular for speech therapists to use in their virtual telehealth teletherapy sessions.
● How to get on their level and get “buy in from caregivers”

Focus on what the child or student is interested in
Send parents reminders of their session
● The power of “Gamification” for engaging children

Names of platforms and websites that have gamification activities
● Creating structured routines to reduce behavior issues

Child-centered approach
Focus on what the child is doing for those teachable moments
● Involving parents or caregivers to enhance engagement

Learning Outcomes:

● Plan therapy sessions that maintain children's attention and motivation.

● Have a basic understanding of availabr.

● Incorporate games, virtual manipulatives, and structured routines effectively.

Be flexible if there are technology failures and issues.
Perform therapy in the car if needed due to time constraints and parent's busy schedules
Most of all have fun with your clients. Preparation is key