In this episode of the Echo and Encourage podcast, host Hannah Abbott, MS CCC-SLP interviews Gabriella Gizzo, MS CCC-SLP TSSLD, a speech therapist and children's author. Gabriella shares her journey into speech language pathology, her experiences working with diverse populations, and her innovative approaches to therapy. She discusses her book, 'Sophie's Special Story,' which targets specific speech sounds and emphasizes the importance of resources in speech development. The conversation also touches on the significance of rereading books, recognition in the field, advice for aspiring therapists, and the challenges faced in specialized settings. Gabriella's insights on overcoming imposter syndrome and her future projects highlight her commitment to inclusivity in publishing and her passion for inspiring others.

What We Talk About in This Episode:

• Gabriella's journey into speech therapy
• The importance of books as resources in speech therapy.
• Innovative techniques to help with articulation issues.
• How rereading books can enhance language and literacy skills in children
• Recognition in the field, such as the ASHA Innovator Award
• Advice for aspiring therapists
• Ideas for inclusivity for the blind community
• Inspiring others facing imposter syndrome
• Helping aspiring authors stay on track

I’d love to hear your thoughts on this episode! If there’s a topic you’d like me to explore in a future episode or a guest you’d like me to bring on, let me know. You can connect with me on Instagram at Echo and Encourage or watch episodes on YouTube at Echo and Encourage.

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Music by Kurt Ruppert

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CONNECT with Gabriella:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speechieteacherr/

Facebook: Sophie’s Special Story

https://www.facebook.com/p/Sophies-Special-Story-100090916994068/

Amazon- search Sophie’s Special Story

CONNECT with Hannah:

Instagram: https://instagram.com/echoandencourage

Website: https://hannaheliseabbott.com