Posts tagged covid19

Making Changes

Building strong habits is the key to behaviour change – and here is how you can do it.

AdminJanuary 13, 2021Well Said: Toronto Speech Therapyspeech-language pathologist, speech therapist, speech teacher, megan smith, communication coach, communication consultant, practicing, treatment, lockdown, covid19, virtual therapy, motivation, goals, model of behaviour

Am I Getting Enough Practice In?

In addition, with lockdowns and restricted movement and social interaction for many folks working at home, many of us are having a difficult time holding ourselves accountable to the things we want to do. This article addresses how to tell if your practice habits are working for you or against you.

AdminDecember 23, 2020Well Said: Toronto Speech Therapyspeech-language pathologist, speech therapist, speech teacher, megan smith, communication coach, communication consultant, practicing, treatment, lockdown, covid19, virtual therapy, motivation

Masked Messenger - Communicate Clearly During Covid-19

Wearing a mask muffles the sounds of speech and can make higher pitched voices difficult to understand. Additionally, face coverings remove our ability to get visual cues from lip movements and facial expressions, which are very helpful for understanding speech. So how can you project your message clearly while still protecting your health?

AdminDecember 16, 2020Well Said: Toronto Speech Therapyspeech-language pathologist, speech therapist, speech teacher, communication, laura janzen, communication skills, social skills, techniques, covid19, mask, social distancing

Communication And Control In The Time Of Coronavirus

Lessons from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) are appropriate for managing our responses to the COVID-19 pandemic; they can also help us to manage our communication-related anxiety.

Apr. 24, 2024

The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Speech Therapy: Part 2

Part 1 of this series reviewed what artificial intelligence (AI) is and a broad overview of its role in speech and language therapy. This entry will focus on how specific populations can optimize on AI and how AI can be incorporated throughout the client life-cycle. To note, here at WELL SAID, we do not offer a specific artificial intelligence program such as Jessica. However we do intentionally aim to optimize on the artificial intelligence systems that you may already be interacting with on a daily basis.

Apr. 17, 2024

Using Body Language Effectively In Communication

In the realm of communication, words often take centre stage. But beneath the surface of spoken language lies a powerful and sometimes overlooked form of expression: body language. In this blog post, we will dive into the significance of body language in communication and explore how learning more about its nuances can enhance interpersonal interactions.

Feb. 21, 2024

Reflections On The Gaza Crisis: Communicating With Empathy As An Ally

As a speech-language pathologist, I do wonder what differentiates those successful communicators from those who are less successful in communicating on emotionally-charged issues. Likewise, how can I support my clients in vocalizing their allyship wherever they stand on various geopolitical issues and current events in a professional, respectful, and productive manner.

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