Casey Rovinski, M.E., Ccc-Slp

Casey Rovinski, M.E., Ccc-Slp Welcome to our page! We specialize in early language development with a focus on functionality within a child's natural environment.

Let's learn how to interact within our everyday world! Let's play, think, and speak outside the box. -Language Delay
-Articulation and Phonology
-Communication delay in the presence of Autism
-Childhood Apraxia of Speech

Whatever it is, I have to ask, "What gets this kiddo LAUGHING, what makes him LOOK at me, what can I do to PULL him in?" Sometimes that is putting on my "clown outfit" and other times it is becoming a gymnastic instructor; it's thinking outside the box. Every child learns differently. It is so important to intervene in a way that works for them, using an individualized approach. Some kids need structure, some kids need free play, most kids need both. All kids learn through experiences. Tasting, touching, seeing, hearing, smelling- let's engage all five and see the lightbulbs turn on. Let's provide opportunities for kids to interact with other kids in real world situations, at the park or the museum. Let's promote carryover of skills by working at home within a comfortable space and with familiar faces to ensure the growth of functional communication, outside of the clinic setting; outside of the box.

You all know PLAY is my jam. I’ve ruthlessness studied it, experimented with it, been trained in it, and been an active ...
01/27/2022

You all know PLAY is my jam. I’ve ruthlessness studied it, experimented with it, been trained in it, and been an active participant in it.

I could write a book on my findings throughout my experiences working with children with autism, in addition to this inner knowing, that I feel is so present when I engage with them. Maybe one day I will.

Until then, I’ll continue to share small bits of my understanding of how play works- especially with the little guys a bit harder to engage. Here are some quick tips that came to mind 👆🏼.

Happy playing ⚡️

01/26/2022

Hey guys! Sharing this quick clip with some details on the communication and play strategies we are using here:

1. I would consider this to be “anticipatory play”. This kind of quick back and forth interaction creates a type of consistency that allows a child to feel safe and in control, as they know what is coming next. Other examples of anticipatory play include: traditional peek a boo, tickles, I’m gonna you, etc.

2. That quality of safety and control let’s us play around with some verbal imitation (i.e., “under”). The kiddo knows exactly what’s coming next so her attention is sustained making her willing to work a little bit for it.

3. At the same time, she does not feel forced or pressured to say anything.

4. I am teaching approximations or simplified word productions. Instead of “un-der” I am modeling a sound combination that she can say, “uh-duh”.

5. SENSORY. In this activity specifically playing on our visual sense of light and dark. Seriously ANYTHING + a little sensory = more engagement.

6. We have 2 play partners to make this double the fun while creating opportunities for this little one to SHIFT attention across communication partners.

7. This Mama is fully involved during our session AND will be able to use this play routine again with Dad to re-create these nuggets of communication opportunities.

And there you have it. Hope this sends some inspo your way! Happy Wednesday 🌞

01/26/2022

Hey guys! Sharing this quick clip with some details on the communication and play strategies we are using here:

1. I would consider this to be “anticipatory play”. This kind of quick back and forth interaction creates a type of consistency that allows a child to feel safe and in control, as they know what is coming next. Other examples of anticipatory play include: traditional peek a boo, tickles, I’m gonna you, etc.

2. That quality of safety and control let’s us play around with some verbal imitation (i.e., “under”). The kiddo knows exactly what’s coming next so her attention is sustained making her willing to work a little bit for it.

3. At the same time, she does not feel forced or pressured to say anything.

4. I am teaching approximations or simplified word productions. Instead of “un-der” I am modeling a sound combination that she can say, “uh-duh”.

5. SENSORY. In this activity specifically playing on our visual sense of light and dark. Seriously ANYTHING + a little sensory = more engagement.

6. We have 2 play partners to make this double the fun while creating opportunities for this little one to SHIFT attention across communication partners.

7. This Mama is fully involved during our session AND will be able to use this play routine again with Dad to re-create these nuggets of communication opportunities.

And there you have it. Hope this sends some inspo your way! Happy Wednesday 🌞

01/19/2022

Your reminder to let loose. My reminder to let loose. Be silly and really weird. Interaction doesn’t typically have a “plan”. You can set it up and create a space, an activity, a goal… but you honestly can’t predict what is going to light the kiddo up and where that will take you.

My personification of the word YUCK really hit the home run here. & this JOY in connection is my own home run.

Instead of a plan, let’s create a feeling. Let the feeling be Open and Present the moment you engage. This way love can flow out and in; in ANY texture. It may be calm and soft or weird and loud. Whatever it is, it builds closeness. In this closeness with our kiddos, WE get to feel loved, be lit up, belly laugh, and feel like a kid again.

My reminder to let go, lean in, and see what happens there.

In the midst of the hustle and bustle: schedule changes, kids home from school, party deadlines, end of the year busines...
12/22/2021

In the midst of the hustle and bustle: schedule changes, kids home from school, party deadlines, end of the year business, family drama; may you find your moments of presence.

May you bask in your creation of a family. May you notice the light in your child’s eyes and remind yourself that YOU lit those up. May you find the space to give yourself back some of the light that you continuously give to your family first. May you be find Joy and Peace 🕊

Wishing our community a happy, healthy, and heartfelt holiday season.

With Love,
Speak Outside The Box

12/20/2021

AAC is a tool we can utilize for EVERYTHING. Not just for saying what we want or answering what color something is.

Tangential vent: “what color is it?” is my least favorite question and I wish it would go away forever.

How are we using AAC:

- to comment socially “that’s cool!”
- to “make” sounds
- to work on literacy
- to learn the mechanics of (the device on) how to express clearly
- to spark some motivation in attempting to SPEAK the sounds
- to identify vocabulary
- and yes, as always, to get what we want

How amazing is this JOY. If anything else, stop asking what color the things are, and just find the JOY.

Thankful ❤️ Grateful 🕊 Blessed 🌞
11/19/2021

Thankful ❤️
Grateful 🕊
Blessed 🌞

WE ARE HIRING!What we are looking for:A play-based SLPPassionate about building connectionsEager to engage, move, and co...
11/16/2021

WE ARE HIRING!

What we are looking for:

A play-based SLP

Passionate about building connections

Eager to engage, move, and communicate OUTSIDE of the box

Determined to provide therapy that generalizes across all settings and communication partners

Interested in the parent coaching model

Eager to be mentored by me

Goal of a full time SLP.

Email me at crovinski@speakoutsidethebox if you or anyone you know are interested. Interviews start next week ☺️ And we are so excited to grow our little team of love 💕

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Language Delay Articulation and Phonology Communication delay in the presence of Autism Childhood Apraxia of Speech Whatever it is, I have to ask, "What gets this kiddo LAUGHING, what makes him LOOK at me, what can I do to PULL him in?" Sometimes that is putting on my "clown outfit" and other times it is becoming a gymnastic instructor; it's thinking outside the box. Every child learns differently. It is so important to intervene in a way that works for them, using an individualized approach. Some kids need structure, some kids need free play, most kids need both. All kids learn through experiences. Tasting, touching, seeing, hearing, smelling- let's engage all five and see the lightbulbs turn on. Let's provide opportunities for kids to interact with other kids in real world situations, at the park or the museum. Let's promote carryover of skills by working at home within a comfortable space and with familiar faces to ensure the growth of functional communication, outside of the clinic setting; outside of the box.