SLP-Tea

James Nehlig

Welcome to SLP-Tea! 🎙️ Are you an SLP or student curious about the many career paths in speech-language pathology? SLP-Tea is the podcast for you! Hosted by two passionate SLPs, we bring you candid conversations with professionals across all areas of the field. From clinical practice to research, education, business, and beyond—we chat with SLPs of all backgrounds to explore the diverse paths within our profession. So grab your cup of tea, settle in, and join us for a fun and informative journey through the world of speech-language pathology. 🍵✨

Episodes

  1. 28/10/2025

    Episode 5 (Pt 1): Heidi Pappert & Jordan Pickett

    🎙️ SLP-Tea – Episode 5Guests: Jordan & Heidi, Co-Founders of Peak to Peak TherapiesTheme: Travel, Telehealth & Building a Practice on the MoveJoin us for a dynamic conversation with Jordan and Heidi, two adventurous SLPs who turned their travel-therapy backgrounds into a thriving practice, Peak to Peak Therapies, offering early intervention and telehealth services across states. Together, we explore what it takes to build a business while constantly moving, the power of virtual services in today’s world, and the core values that guide their work: passion, empowerment, acceptance, and kindness. ⁠p2ptherapies.org⁠In this episode you’ll hear:How Jordan and Heidi’s “on the road” careers sparked the idea for Peak to Peak Therapies and shaped their business model.The ins and outs of travel SLP life and what it meant for them to transition into business owners.Their telehealth journey: how they adapted services to reach more families, across state lines, and expanded beyond the traditional clinic.The day-to-day realities of running a private practice built for flexibility—coaching staff, managing caseloads, handling admin, and staying focused on high-quality care.Practical tips for SLPs who are curious about travel contracts, launching a practice, or diving into teletherapy.Jordan & Heidi’s story is a testament to the fact that you don’t need a 9-to-5 office to make an impact—in fact, sometimes mobility and innovation are the strongest assets you have.✨ Connect with Jordan & Heidi / Peak to Peak Therapies: https://www.p2ptherapies.org/☕ Did you enjoy this episode? Subscribe to SLP-Tea, leave a review, and share it with an SLP colleague.

    19 min

  2. 28/10/2025

    Episode 5 (Pt 2): Heidi Pappert & Jordan Pickett

    🎙️ SLP-Tea – Episode 5Guests: Jordan & Heidi, Co-Founders of Peak to Peak TherapiesTheme: Travel, Telehealth & Building a Practice on the MoveJoin us for a dynamic conversation with Jordan and Heidi, two adventurous SLPs who turned their travel-therapy backgrounds into a thriving practice, Peak to Peak Therapies, offering early intervention and telehealth services across states. Together, we explore what it takes to build a business while constantly moving, the power of virtual services in today’s world, and the core values that guide their work: passion, empowerment, acceptance, and kindness. ⁠p2ptherapies.org⁠In this episode you’ll hear:How Jordan and Heidi’s “on the road” careers sparked the idea for Peak to Peak Therapies and shaped their business model.The ins and outs of travel SLP life and what it meant for them to transition into business owners.Their telehealth journey: how they adapted services to reach more families, across state lines, and expanded beyond the traditional clinic.The day-to-day realities of running a private practice built for flexibility—coaching staff, managing caseloads, handling admin, and staying focused on high-quality care.Practical tips for SLPs who are curious about travel contracts, launching a practice, or diving into teletherapy.Jordan & Heidi’s story is a testament to the fact that you don’t need a 9-to-5 office to make an impact—in fact, sometimes mobility and innovation are the strongest assets you have.✨ Connect with Jordan & Heidi / Peak to Peak Therapies: https://www.p2ptherapies.org/☕ Did you enjoy this episode? Subscribe to SLP-Tea, leave a review, and share it with an SLP colleague.

    19 min

  3. 28/10/2025

    Episode 5 (Pt 3): Heidi Pappert & Jordan Pickett

    🎙️ SLP-Tea – Episode 5 Guests: Jordan & Heidi, Co-Founders of Peak to Peak Therapies Theme: Travel, Telehealth & Building a Practice on the Move Join us for a dynamic conversation with Jordan and Heidi, two adventurous SLPs who turned their travel-therapy backgrounds into a thriving practice, Peak to Peak Therapies, offering early intervention and telehealth services across states. Together, we explore what it takes to build a business while constantly moving, the power of virtual services in today’s world, and the core values that guide their work: passion, empowerment, acceptance, and kindness. ⁠p2ptherapies.org⁠ In this episode you’ll hear: How Jordan and Heidi’s “on the road” careers sparked the idea for Peak to Peak Therapies and shaped their business model. The ins and outs of travel SLP life and what it meant for them to transition into business owners. Their telehealth journey: how they adapted services to reach more families, across state lines, and expanded beyond the traditional clinic. The day-to-day realities of running a private practice built for flexibility—coaching staff, managing caseloads, handling admin, and staying focused on high-quality care. Practical tips for SLPs who are curious about travel contracts, launching a practice, or diving into teletherapy. Jordan & Heidi’s story is a testament to the fact that you don’t need a 9-to-5 office to make an impact—in fact, sometimes mobility and innovation are the strongest assets you have. ✨ Connect with Jordan & Heidi / Peak to Peak Therapies: https://www.p2ptherapies.org/ ☕ Did you enjoy this episode? Subscribe to SLP-Tea, leave a review, and share it with an SLP colleague.

    23 min

  4. 30/09/2025

    Episode 4 (Pt 1): Stacia Maillis

    Stacia Maillis, Founder of Move Play Say In this episode, we sit down with Stacia Maillis, pediatric SLP and founder of Move Play Say, a boutique private practice in Garden City, NY. Stacia shares how she built her business around one belief: therapy should be individualized, playful, and movement-based—because that’s how children truly learn. We talk about: Why play and movement are central to her approach. How she creates therapy plans that fit each child’s unique needs. What it’s like running a private practice and building a brand. Tips for SLPs who want to bring more creativity and flexibility into their sessions. Stacia’s story is a reminder that innovation in our field starts with listening closely—to children, to families, and to our own instincts as clinicians. ✨ Connect with Stacia: Website ⁠Instagram⁠ LinkedIn ⁠⁠☕ Subscribe to SLP-Tea and share this episode with a colleague who values play as much as progress.

    18 min

  5. 30/09/2025

    Episode 4 (Pt 2): Stacia Maillis

    Stacia Maillis, Founder of Move Play Say In this episode, we sit down with Stacia Maillis, pediatric SLP and founder of Move Play Say, a boutique private practice in Garden City, NY. Stacia shares how she built her business around one belief: therapy should be individualized, playful, and movement-based—because that’s how children truly learn. We talk about: Why play and movement are central to her approach. How she creates therapy plans that fit each child’s unique needs. What it’s like running a private practice and building a brand. Tips for SLPs who want to bring more creativity and flexibility into their sessions. Stacia’s story is a reminder that innovation in our field starts with listening closely—to children, to families, and to our own instincts as clinicians. ✨ Connect with Stacia: Website Instagram LinkedIn ☕ Subscribe to SLP-Tea and share this episode with a colleague who values play as much as progress.

    12 min

  6. 30/09/2025

    Episode 3 (Pt 1): Amanda Donaldson

    Amanda Donaldson, Owner of CommuniCAN Speech Therapy In this episode, we dive deep with Amanda Donaldson, founder of CommuniCAN Speech Therapy, LLC, about the unbelievably fulfilling work of running a speech-language private practice. Amanda pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to thrive. You’ll hear: How CommuniCAN grew from a weekend side hustle to Amanda’s full-time mission. The unique challenges and rewards of serving clients in their homes (and how that shapes therapy). Why she’s passionate about coaching emerging SLPs—and how she helps them build confidence, not just clinical skills. What she wishes more SLPs knew before launching a practice (and what she learned the hard way). ✨ Connect with Amanda: ⁠Website⁠ ⁠Schools to Private Practice Instagram⁠ ⁠CommuniCAN Instagram⁠ ⁠LinkedIn⁠📖 Grab her ⁠Confident SLP Handbook⁠ for actionable tools and mindset shifts.☕ Loved this conversation? Subscribe to SLP-Tea, drop a review, and share it with a fellow SLP who’s dreaming big.

    18 min

  7. 30/09/2025

    Episode 3 (Pt2): Amanda Donaldson

    Amanda Donaldson, Owner of CommuniCAN Speech Therapy In this episode, we dive deep with Amanda Donaldson, founder of CommuniCAN Speech Therapy, LLC, about the unbelievably fulfilling work of running a speech-language private practice. Amanda pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to thrive. You’ll hear: How CommuniCAN grew from a weekend side hustle to Amanda’s full-time mission. The unique challenges and rewards of serving clients in their homes (and how that shapes therapy). Why she’s passionate about coaching emerging SLPs—and how she helps them build confidence, not just clinical skills. What she wishes more SLPs knew before launching a practice (and what she learned the hard way). ✨ Connect with Amanda: ⁠Website⁠ ⁠Schools to Private Practice Instagram⁠ ⁠CommuniCAN Instagram⁠ ⁠LinkedIn⁠📖 Grab her ⁠Confident SLP Handbook⁠ for actionable tools and mindset shifts.☕ Loved this conversation? Subscribe to SLP-Tea, drop a review, and share it with a fellow SLP who’s dreaming big.

    23 min

  8. 30/09/2025

    Episode 2 (Pt 1): Argie Pitsakis

    Argie Pitsakis, Feeding Specialist & Private Practice OwnerFounder of Kids Feeding Wellness Join us in this special episode of SLP-Tea as we welcome Argie Pitsakis, a passionate feeding specialist and entrepreneur who’s turned mealtimes into meaningful change for families. In this conversation, Argie takes us behind the scenes of what it takes to specialize in pediatric feeding—and to build a thriving business around it. You’ll hear about: Her journey into the feeding world: what drew her to this niche and how she honed her clinical skills The transition from clinician to business owner: the risks, rewards, and lessons learned Everyday realities of running a feeding practice: balancing caseloads, marketing, etc. Tips for clinicians who want to deepen their feeding skills or launch their own private practice Argie’s story reminds us: specialization isn’t just about expertise—it’s about courage, vision, and the commitment to serve families in deeply impactful ways. ✨ Connect with Argie: ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Website⁠☕ If you found value here, hit subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a speech colleague.

    25 min

  9. 30/09/2025

    Episode 2 (Pt 2): Argie Pitsakis

    Argie Pitsakis, Feeding Specialist & Private Practice OwnerKids Feeding Wellness Join us in this special episode of SLP-Tea as we welcome Argie Pitsakis, a passionate feeding specialist and entrepreneur who’s turned mealtimes into meaningful change for families. In this conversation, Argie takes us behind the scenes of what it takes to specialize in pediatric feeding—and to build a thriving business around it. You’ll hear about: Her journey into the feeding world: what drew her to this niche and how she honed her clinical skills The transition from clinician to business owner: the risks, rewards, and lessons learned Everyday realities of running a feeding practice: balancing caseloads, marketing, etc. Tips for clinicians who want to deepen their feeding skills or launch their own private practice Argie’s story reminds us: specialization isn’t just about expertise—it’s about courage, vision, and the commitment to serve families in deeply impactful ways. ✨ Connect with Argie: ☕ If you found value here, hit subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a speech colleague.

    30 min

  10. 18/09/2025

    Episode 1 (Pt 1): Gabriella Wendling

    In Part One, Gabriella—new mom, AAC specialist, and founder of AAC & Me, LLC—shares how a love of music led her to speech-language pathology, the ups and downs of working across schools, clinics, and consulting, and why those early, chaotic years shaped her path to specializing. ✨ Connect with Gabriella: Website: https://www.aac-me.com/ Instagram: @aac_me_ Facebook: AAC & Me, LLC ☕ Follow SLP-Tea for more stories from real SLPs.

    31 min

  11. 18/09/2025

    Episode 1 (Pt 2): Gabriella Wendling

    In Part Two, Gabriella opens up about launching AAC & Me during a major life transition, the realities of private practice, and why AAC became her passion. She offers practical tips for SLPs building AAC skills—and a reminder that confidence grows step by step. ✨ Connect with Gabriella: Website: https://www.aac-me.com/ Instagram: @aac_me_ Facebook: AAC & Me, LLC  ☕ Subscribe and share SLP-Tea to support the conversation.

    19 min
  12. We Graduated... Now What?

    SEASON 1, EPISODE 1 TRAILER

    We Graduated... Now What?

    Why does it feel like we only ever hear about three SLP jobs—schools, hospitals, and private practice? Turns out, there’s so much more out there—and we’re here to spill the SLP-Tea. In this first episode, meet your hosts Makenzie and James, two school-based speech-language pathologists (and engaged duo!) who share how they stumbled into the profession, what surprised them most after graduation, and why they’re launching a podcast for SLPs, by SLPs. Whether you’re a student, new grad, seasoned SLP, or just curious about the field—welcome. You’re in the right place. Email us at: slpteapod@gmail.com

    10 min

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Welcome to SLP-Tea! 🎙️ Are you an SLP or student curious about the many career paths in speech-language pathology? SLP-Tea is the podcast for you! Hosted by two passionate SLPs, we bring you candid conversations with professionals across all areas of the field. From clinical practice to research, education, business, and beyond—we chat with SLPs of all backgrounds to explore the diverse paths within our profession. So grab your cup of tea, settle in, and join us for a fun and informative journey through the world of speech-language pathology. 🍵✨

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  • Creator
    James Nehlig
  • Years Active
    2k
  • Episodes
    12
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © James Nehlig
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