The Informed SLP, 5251 W 116th Place, Suite 200, Leawood, KS (2026)

04/21/2026

We’re bringing together three experts who have spent years digging into the "how" and "why" of what we do, so we can all figure out the "what’s next" together.

Meet the voices leading the conversations at TISLP Talks Live, our first-ever live virtual mini-conference.

Join us on May 8 (2-5:30 PM CST) as we work on moving our profession forward, together.

Register for free here: https://theinformedslp.ac-page.com/tislp-talks-live

[Visual description: Image text reads, "Meet our speakers for TISLP Talks Live. They'll be leading the way through the important conversations our field needs right now. Katherine Sanchez PhD, CPSP. TISLP Talks Research: Don't Believe Everything You Read (or Think). Katherine keeps us sharp as an editor at TISLP, ensuring our content hits the mark for working clinicians. She brings a boots-on-the-ground perspective to her reviews as an SLP and co-owner of Protea Therapy. Natalie Douglas PhD, CCC-SLP. TISLP Talks Practice: Implementing Real Change in the Real World. Natalie is an Evidence and Practice Strategist at TISLP, where she translates research into practical tools for SLPs. She keeps one foot in the clinic as a PRN SLP in skilled nursing and the other in academia as an Associate Professor at UL Lafayette. Meredith Harold PhD. TISLP Talks Pay: Untangling SLP Compensation and Its Consequences. Meredith is the founder of TISLP and Informed Jobs, fueled by the idea that SLPs deserve easy access to science and career transparency. She pulls from her 'been there' experience as a former school-based SLP and University professor to bring this to life. Join our first-ever live virtual conference! Registration is free at the link in caption."]

04/20/2026

SLPs working with kids using AAC know that confident communication depends on educated and comfortable communication partners. And while none of us have the limitless hours to train them all one-on-one, there may be an app for that!

Our new research review “How to train your communication partners (Live app-tion)” introduces the new free INSTRUCT app and includes:

-basic steps of creating individualized videos and materials for AAC training anyone can use, and

-evidence from Sowers et al. showing its effectiveness in teaching parents, paraprofessionals (and even peers) how to effectively communicate with AAC users.

Find it at https://www.theinformedslp.com/review/how-to-train-your-communication-partners-live-app-tion and learn how to make it easier for us to reach our kids’ whole army of communication partners.

The research: https://doi.org/10.1044/2025_LSHSS-25-00069

[Visual description: Cartoon image of a facilitator standing at the front of a conference table presenting to a group. The presenter gestures toward a projected screen displaying a list and bar graph. Around the table, several adults sit in office chairs, some attentive, one dozing, and others listening or taking notes. A speech bubble from one participant reads, “This could have been an app.” Image text reads, “Could you use a clone for AAC training? Try the new INSTRUCT app!”]

04/17/2026

We know that a well-rounded speech sound disorder (SSD) evaluation goes beyond just assessing speech sound accuracy and intelligibility. Determining how a child’s speech affects their daily life and social relationships is important too, even for our littlest speakers.

Check out our review “The social consequences of speech sound disorders start early” to learn about Henry and team’s study of how preschoolers identified SSDs in their peers, and what it meant for the peer relationships.

Find it at https://www.theinformedslp.com/review/The-social-consequences-of-speech-sound-disorders-start-early and get our pre-K kiddos with SSDs a great head start.

The research: https://doi.org/10.1044/2025_ajslp-25-00093

[Visual description: Image text reads, "The social fallout of speech sound disorders begins before kindergarten. So preschoolers with SSDs need us ASAP. Here’s why. New research shows preschoolers with SSDs are perceived more negatively by their peers. And they may even be chosen for friendships less often than their peers without SSDs. Heart-breaking, right?Take steps to help preschoolers with SSDs! Start speech services before kindergarten. Measure social impacts of SSDs in our evaluations. Educate parents and teachers to help them model kindness and monitor social-emotional development. Kids notice speech differences earlier than we may think. Learn more at theinformedslp.com.."]

04/16/2026

We're shaking up our standard PD format with our first-ever virtual mini-conference: TISLP Talks Live: Research, Practice, and Pay.

We’ve lined up three expert speakers, for three focused sessions, tackling three topics that matter—all in one afternoon. It’s completely free, and we’re offering ASHA CEUs for everyone who joins us live.

Mark the date! May 8th | 2:00 PM – 5:30 PM CST.

We’ll be sharing more about our speakers soon, but you can beat the rush and grab your spot right now. Head to this link to register: https://theinformedslp.ac-page.com/tislp-talks-live

[Visual description: Image text reads, "We're hosting something new... And we think you're going to love it! TISLP Talks Live: Research, Practice, and Pay. A free, live professional development mini-conference for SLPs happening on May 8th from 2-5:30 PM CST. 3 sessions. 3 expert speakers. 3 topics that matter. More details to come. Register at the link in caption."]

04/15/2026

Go ahead and mark your calendars (or realistically, a sticky note). We're hosting our first-ever virtual mini-conference!

TISLP Talks Live: Research, Practice, and Pay.

May 8 | 2:00 PM – 5:30 PM CST.

It’s completely free to attend, and you’ll even earn CEUs just for being there.

Registration is officially open. Head to this link to grab your spot: https://theinformedslp.ac-page.com/tislp-talks-live

[Visual description: Image text reads, "Save the Date! Attend our first-ever live virtual conference! Details in caption. TISLP TALKS LIVE RESEARCH, PRACTICE, & PAY"]

04/13/2026

Let’s hear directly from autistic people on the benefits of their repetitive behaviors and special interests, which can be vital components of coping strategies and crucial elements of a person’s overall well-being.

In our review “Spinning and SpIn-ing: Re-framing restricted/repetitive behaviors and specific interests,” we discuss new research from 4 separate teams of scientists, which suggests that it’s time to shift how we think about and approach restricted and repetitive behaviors, intense interests, and sensory needs in our autistic clients.

Find it at https://www.theinformedslp.com/review/Spinning-and-SpIn-ing-Re-framing-restrictedrepetitive-behaviors-and-specific-interests

[Visual description: Image text reads, "Respecting “restricted and repetitive behaviors” is advocacy in action. Check out these 5 strategies to help others do it, too! 1. Get curious about the environment and stressors causing our clients to call on their RRBs. 2. Go straight to the source by consulting individuals themselves about how best to support them. 3. Build skills and supports to help clients strengthen executive functioning and find strategies to reduce anxiety around uncertainty. 4. Seek our social connections to validate specific interests and promote feelings of belonging through safe social spaces. 5. Act as a "go-between" by working to unlock the functions of our client’s RRBs to help their family and friends understand, too. Check out our research review to learn more about: 7 functions of RRBs as described by autistic people themselves, Lived-experience research identifying the positive impact of RRBs, and Risks of encouraging people to suppress them unnecessarily. Let’s keep offering individualized, neurodiversity-affirming care. Learn more today at theinformedslp.com!"]

04/09/2026

Do you work somewhere that uses age equivalents + "percent delay" math for speech eligibility... and hate it because you know it's not best practice?

You're right. Gladfelter and team break down exactly why this approach is so flawed and just how problematic it can be to determine speech service eligibility using age equivalent scores.

In our free review, "Percent delay' is a bad way to determine EI eligibility", you'll find:

- How "percent delay" leads to misidentification of kids needing our services

- Three ways that using age equivalent scores violate all 3 parts of EBP

- Four practical ways to stay evidence-based even with state-mandated constraints, and

- A cut-and-paste blurb to add to our reports to educate and advocate for better eligibility and identification.

Find it at https://www.theinformedslp.com/review/Percent-delay-is-a-bad-way-to-determine-EI-eligibility and share it with friends (it's free)! Then come tell us in the comments... are you dealing with this?

The research: http://doi.org/10.1044/2025_lshss-25-00091

[Visual description: Image text reads, "Scientists: “Using ‘percent delay’ for EI eligibility determination make no sense.” SLPs of EI: “We know, right??” Those iffy calculations aren’t based in science and get it wrong for a lot of kids. Learn what we can do while still following state guidelines at TheInformedSLP.com."]

04/06/2026

Many of us were taught that most late talkers will "catch up" in time, but new data suggest that rates of future language/literacy disorders for these kids may be higher than we thought.

Our research review "How do late talkers fare in the long run?" discusses Mettler et al.'s study of kids with language disorders and their late talker status.

Check it out https://www.theinformedslp.com/review/How-do-late-talkers-fare-in-the-long-run. It will change the way you think about how to approach late talking.

The research: https://doi.org/10.1044/2025_JSLHR-25-00117

[Visual description: Image text reads, "New study alert: Over 50% of former late talkers had language or literacy disorders. That’s a lot more than we would have expected! Let’s talk about it. A sample of former late talkers showed more: Complex vocabulary struggles, Phonology deficits, Reading comprehension difficulties, Speech-related differences, Higher rates of dyslexia risk. So instead of “wait and see,” SLPs should: Take late talking seriously, Monitor late talkers closely, Counsel parents about risks as language demands increase, Use predictive tools to identify language disorders risks early. Check out our research review to find: Details about Mettler et al.’s study and how it might change our EBP, Links to tools and resources for supporting late talkers, and 10 minutes of CE credit. Don’t overlook late talking as a risk factor for language disorders. Learn more at the link in our caption today."]

04/03/2026

The Informed SLP and Informed Jobs have officially moved in together at theinformedslp.com. We’ve tucked the Jobs tab right next to the Research hub. For SLPs who are ready for a change, the Jobs board is waiting. For the employers, you’re now posting in front of the 40,000+ SLPs (dedicated to evidence-based practice) who visit us monthly.

We’ve also organized the Membership area so you can easily find information about our continuing education options, as well as our team and university membership plans.

Clinical growth and career growth all in one place. What could be better?!

Check it all out at theinformedslp.com

[Visual description: A series of illustrations featuring a laptop and snapshots of a new website interface. Image text reads, "The long-distance relationship is over... The Informed SLP and Informed Jobs have officially moved in together! The Jobs tab even got its own room, settled in right next to our Research hub. And because no move is complete without renovations, we've polished up the Membership tab to keep everything in one spot. Looking for a change? You're in the right place. Check the jobs board for your next move. Looking to hire? You're also in the right place! Post your opening in front of the 40,000+ SLPs who visit us monthly."]

04/01/2026

This month we're not just announcing a new TISLP issue full of big research news, resource gold mines, and innovative treatment approaches.

We're also inviting you to share in our celebration of 10 years as a company!

Yes! We’ve come a long way since starting as a lil’ blog Meredith Harold (our owner) wrote in her free time, and we’re so grateful to all of you members for making this work possible.

Find the latest in EBP for SLPs at www.TheInformedSLP.com/reviews today.

[Visual description: Image text reads, “April’s research reviews are here! Along with a special “Save the Date" invite for everyone, too! Check it out! Pediatric SLPs have tons to read about: Supporting preschoolers with free caregiver coaching resources for EI providers, social consequences of SSDs, and CAS diagnosis before age 3, biofeedback for working on that stubborn /r/, defining what “collaborative approach” really means. There’s more for peds… And even more for Pediatric SLPs on: Reframing restricted and repetitive behaviors and specific interests, collaboration between SLPs and Teachers of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing, and how determining EI eligibility with “Percent delay” is just wrong (please share this one with friends!). Adult med SLPs you’re next. Adult Med SLPs, we’ve got the latest on: Aphasia outcomes after group storytelling intervention, aphasia outcomes with group intervention (versus dyads) in general, and free and quick self-administered cognition screenings for adults. Adult SLPs, keep reading… And there’s more for Adult Med SLPs, too: Autistic people’s wellbeing in the classroom and beyond, resources to help adults new to their autistic diagnosis, shingles, dysphagia, and dysarthria, and inclusion body myositis and dysphagia intervention. Swipe for a Save The Date. And we’re inviting everyone to join us for: Our very first free live virtual TISLP conference we’re holding on May 8th! And an upcoming celebration of TISLP’s 10-year anniversary with a special anniversary issue in May! We’re so excited. And so grateful to our members! Read reviews and watch for details at www.TheInformedSLP.com.”]

03/31/2026

If you’ve been "meaning to get to" those CEUs all month, this is your sign. You have until midnight tonight (CST) to clock 3 hours and get your name in the hat for our challenge drawing.

We know, we know. The paperwork is piling up and that one evaluation ran over. But future you will be glad you pushed through, especially since we're announcing the winner tomorrow April 1st (seriously, how is it April already?!).

The winner will be walking away with a Book of the Month Club subscription and an Awesome Socks Club subscription.

Make sure you’ve opted in here: https://theinformedslp.ac-page.com/challenge. Go get 'em!

[Visual description: An illustration of a woman working on a laptop. Image text reads, "It's the fi-nal countdown... Da da daa da, da da dada daa! Today is your last chance to complete 3 hours of CE and be entered into our April 1st prize draw!"]

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