Breaking Down the Cycles Approach: When and How to Use It
The Cycles Approach doesn't have to feel complicated! In this session, we'll break it down step by step. We'll start with a clear explanation of what the Cycles Approach is and why it works. Then, we'll talk about when it's the right fit for your clients and how to know who will benefit most. Finally, we'll dive into practical therapy ideas and activities you can take straight into your sessions. By the end, you'll feel more confident using the Cycles Approach and have fresh activities to keep therapy engaging and effective.
Speaker

Hailey Van Asch is a licensed speech-language pathologist and the owner of Van Asch Speech Therapy, a mobile practice in Richmond, VA serving private clients and local school districts. She earned her B.S. in Education from the University of Virginia and an M.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Radford University, beginning her career as an SLP in 2017. Hailey is especially passionate about working with children with speech sound disorders but also has experience in early intervention and supporting gestalt language processors. Her clinical background spans skilled nursing facilities, home health, outpatient clinics, public schools, and private practice.
Disclosure: Hailey is a Bjorem Speech Publications Ambassador and was paid for this presentation.
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Explain the Cycles Approach.
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Identify when to use the Cycles Approach.
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You’ll be able to
Apply the Cycles Approach in therapy.
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10 mins When to use the Cycles Approach:
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10 mins Clinical Application and Therapy Activities:
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