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Stephanie Ostroff, M.A., CCC-SLP

Stephanie Ostroff, M.A., CCC-SLP

Stephanie Ostroff, M.A., CCC-SLP, is a writer with expertise centered on innovation in health care, education, and sustainability. Her passion for words and background in journalism inform her work as a speech-language pathologist supporting clients with communication challenges and giving them tools to elevate their voices. She delivers language-intensive therapy to clients with dyslexia, ADHD, and other learning differences, with an emphasis on literacy, written expression, social-emotional learning, and assistive tech.

An illustration of three young children reading. Preschool Language Scales is a popular tool for speech language pathologists. Learn how to administer and interpret Preschool Language Scale scoring.

Preschool Language Scales

The Preschool Language Scales, fifth edition, (PLS-5) is a popular assessment tool among speech-language pathologists (SLPs) who work with children. … Continued

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An illustration of a mouth speaking and a speech bubble with ellipses in it. This article goes over how to administer the GFTA-3 for SLPs, speech language pathologists, who are testing their client's articulation.

How to Administer the GFTA-3

Wondering how to administer the GFTA-3 and how to interpret test results? In this article, you’ll learn how to administer … Continued

Stephanie Ostroff, M.A., CCC-SLP
A male speech-language pathologist analyzes his clients CASL-2 subtest descriptions and scores in a notebook

CASL-2 Subtest Descriptions

This article is for speech-language pathologists (SLPs) looking for more information on the CASL assessment, including CASL-2 subtest descriptions.  The … Continued

Stephanie Ostroff, M.A., CCC-SLP
SLPs and parents enjoy these best games for speech therapy with kids and adults

The 12 Best Games for Speech Therapy

If you’re looking for games for speech therapy, this article contains a list of the best speech therapy games, including … Continued

Stephanie Ostroff, M.A., CCC-SLP
A young toddler uses apps for speech therapy for babies learning to talk

The 12 Best Apps for Speech Therapy

Looking for apps for speech therapy? Here are 12 of the best apps for speech therapy, including speech apps for … Continued

Stephanie Ostroff, M.A., CCC-SLP
A speech language pathologist, or SLP, uses flashcards to help her students with sounding out the letter T. This is part of her evaluation to distinguish speech delay vs autism symptoms in her clients.

Speech Delay vs Autism

Even for experienced clinicians, it may be difficult to distinguish symptoms of standalone speech delay vs autism, and this is … Continued

Stephanie Ostroff, M.A., CCC-SLP
A speech-language pathologist is explaining what kind of aphasia diagnosis her client has (expressive aphasia). Making an accurate aphasia diagnosis is essential for SLPs. In this article, we’ll cover the causes and treatments for various types of aphasia.

How SLPs Can Make an Accurate Aphasia Diagnosis

Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) are central figures in making an accurate aphasia diagnosis and treatment plan. They play a critical role … Continued

Stephanie Ostroff, M.A., CCC-SLP
A female therapist explains the treatment plan for a client's phonological disorder.

Phonological Disorders

Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) are qualified to treat all types of speech sound disorders, but phonological disorders are among the most … Continued

Stephanie Ostroff, M.A., CCC-SLP
A child client shows her SLP a speech therapy door decoration, meant to help with counting and pronunciation

Speech Therapy Door Decorations and More

Speech therapy door decorations can help bring a space to life and make your speech-language pathology (SLP) clients feel welcome … Continued

Stephanie Ostroff, M.A., CCC-SLP
Speech language pathologist working with a child client, who has an articulation disorder.

All About Articulation Disorders

Do you have questions about articulation disorders? Perhaps you’re wondering: What are the 4 types of articulation disorders?  Articulation disorder … Continued

Stephanie Ostroff, M.A., CCC-SLP
A female speech-language pathologist discusses speech therapy techniques for stuttering with her adult client

Speech Therapy Techniques for Stuttering

As a speech-language pathologist, you hold a wide range of tools at your fingertips to address stuttering. Speech therapy techniques … Continued

Stephanie Ostroff, M.A., CCC-SLP

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