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she couldn't afford therapy
Hey friend, Monday again 😴 and today was a busy day I spoke to 7 parents who joined our annual coaching program A mother from Australia said a story I told broke her heart So, I'm going to share it here with you... (you can watch the full story in the second video) When I started off working at an ABA centre 10 years ago A family joined the clinic hoping to do 5 months of therapy Why so little? Because they couldn't afford it The father, who was a police officer, used up his savings to pay...
why children aren't graduating from therapy
Hey friend, Happy Friday, have you been watching the Olympics? I personally don't enjoy sports very much. But watching Hong Kong win 2 gold medals is exciting🥇. Two days ago, a staff member asked me why some parents couldn't graduate. You see, most parents who join our program drop off at a certain point. It feels as if we're not doing the right thing. I'm going to talk freely now; it's a long ramble. So buckle up! But I explained that this is the reality of therapy... In Chinese, we have a...
your questions answered
How to Tackle Common Speech and Language Challenges at Home Hey friend, Happy Thursday =D In this week's video, I sat down to answer some of the most common questions from our community of parents at Agents of Speech. From oral motor exercises and potty training to teaching comprehension and analytical thinking, we covered a lot of ground. If you haven't had a chance to watch the full video yet, you can check it out here. One of the key takeaways from this Q&A session is the importance of...
🚨 Special Alert: Your Child Isn't THAT Special (And Why That's Good)
Hey there friend, I know every child is unique and special in their own way. As parents, we want to believe our little ones are one-of-a-kind, with challenges that no one else could possibly understand. But today, I want to share a different perspective that might give you a sigh of relief. The truth is, when it comes to speech delays, your child isn't as special as you might think. And believe it or not, that's a good thing! 🎉 Why Your Child Fits Into a "Bucket" In my years of working with...
here's 10 dollars for you
Hey Friend, It's a gloomy Tuesday afternoon here in Asia - I hope the weather's great where you are. I just returned from a Japan trip with my parents 2 days ago. A little tired from all the travelling - but Fukuoka is a great city 😎, wished that I could stay longer. Anyways - talking about the 10 dollars. It's hypothetical, so don't get ahead of yourself 😂 The free content I've been sending you should've amounted to much more (I hope). What about the 10 dollars, then? On the way back, I...
How to Teach Your Child to Follow Instructions at Home
Hey there friend, One of the most common concerns I hear from parents is, "My child understands most of what I say. But they struggle with following certain commands or instructions. If this sounds familiar, don't worry – you're not alone. Today, I want to share some strategies to help you teach your child. They'll help your child better understand and follow instructions at home. First, you must check if your child truly understands you. Or, if they're guessing from context. For example, if...
How to Identify Abusive ABA Therapy Practices
Hey there, As a speech therapist with a background in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), I've seen firsthand how powerful these techniques can be in helping children with speech and language delays. However, I've also witnessed instances where ABA practices have been misused, leading to potentially abusive situations. In my latest video, I delve into the topic of identifying abusive ABA therapy practices and share some eye-opening stories from my own experiences. It's crucial for parents and...
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