Spero Stuttering

We are Spero Stuttering, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a heart for the stuttering community. From scholarships and training to book clubs and engaging events, we're here to make a difference, foster understanding, and promote positive change for people who stutter. We’re here to support: ? People who stutter ? Parents, caregivers, and family members ? Educators ? SLPs seeking evidence-based approaches to working with people who stutter And we’d love to have you join us on our journey! You can: ?? Join our email newsletter ?? Become a part of our community through in-person and virtual events ?? Like, follow, and share our posts and resources ?? Reach out to learn how to become an Ally of Stuttering? or a supporter of our organization ?? Become a donor Visit SperoStuttering.org to learn more, or head to our profile to find links to all our resources and socials! #SperoStuttering #AllyofStuttering #SLPtraining #StutteringTherapy #SpeechTherapy #CommunicationDisorders #EarlyIntervention #SchoolSLP #PediatricSpeechTherapy #SpeechAndLanguage

Family-centered caregiver-directed treatment is DIRECT treatment! ???????? Our newest blog article dives into this idea, as Spero President Ana Paula Mumy looks at caregiver-directed treatment with a fresh perspective: “The deeper my understanding of stuttering grows, the more I understand the crucial role parents and caregivers play in the quality of life of children who stutter. This understanding has also sharpened my focus on the direct role of the speech-language therapist in equipping parents and caregivers. As a result, I’ve begun to question the traditional dichotomy between direct versus indirect treatment in stuttering for young children who stutter.” Her conclusion? A caregiver-directed approach focused on their own growth and the communication environment, not on the child stuttering less, is direct intervention because caregivers are the most influential and constant adult presence in a child's life. The intentional engagement of caregivers in the therapeutic process–cultivating family strengths and fostering positive changes in caregiver behaviors and values–constitutes direct treatment. Find the blog here: https://lnkd.in/gFu_TbHF How do you incorporate family-centered approaches in your stuttering therapy? Share your ideas in the comments! ?? #SpeechTherapist #Stuttering #Stutter #SperoStuttering #AllyOfStuttering #SLPTraining #SpeechTherapy #CommunicationDisorders #SchoolSLP #PediatricSpeechTherapy #SpeechAndLanguage

What might holistic stuttering therapy goals look like? Instead of "fixing" stuttering, we can empower individuals to communicate effectively and confidently, embrace challenges, and grow from their experiences. As SLPs, when engaging in holistic intervention, we shift our focus to: ? Building self-awareness and understanding ? Strengthening social aspects of communication ? Increasing communication confidence and participation ? Encouraging self-advocacy ? Developing resilience and growth ? Providing supportive environments for stuttering By focusing on these goals, we help individuals who stutter to increase ease of communication and say exactly what they want to say, regardless of stuttering. When we move away from behavioral goals that only address the visible signs of stuttering, we can approach stuttering with quality of life at the center of our work. >> Find the full PDF resource on our site! << #SpeechTherapist #Stuttering #Stutter #SperoStuttering #AllyOfStuttering #SLPTraining #SpeechTherapy #CommunicationDisorders #SchoolSLP #PediatricSpeechTherapy #SpeechAndLanguage

?? APPLICATION DEADLINE IS MARCH 31 ?? Will you be at the Eastern Workshop this June? The Stuttering Foundation will be holding their annual Eastern Workshop at Boston University once again, and it’s an opportunity you don’t want to miss! ??? June 2-6, 2025 ?? Boston University - Boston, MA This year’s theme: “Using Cognitive Approaches with People Who Stutter” where you’ll dive into: ?? Cognitive Behavioral Therapy ?? Solution Focused Brief Therapy ?? Palin PCI (Palin Parent-Child Interaction Therapy) Find the application on the Stuttering Foundation website, or send us a message for a direct link! #ContinuingEd #ProfessionalDevelopment #SpeechTherapist #Stuttering #Stutter #SperoStuttering #AllyOfStuttering #SLPTraining #SpeechTherapy #CommunicationDisorders #SchoolSLP #PediatricSpeechTherapy #SpeechAndLanguage

?? SLPs love our book club, and we want to make it easier for other SLPs to experience it. So we created our FREE “Every Waking Moment” independent discussion guide! It’s great for SLPs who can't join our live book clubs but still want guidance while running their own independent book clubs and discussions.. SLPs can use it in clinical settings as well… Find the guide on our Therapy Resources page and download the PDF for your guided book study! #SperoSLPBookClub #IndependentSLPBookClub #SperoStuttering #AllyofStuttering #SLPtraining #StutteringTherapy #SpeechTherapy #CommunicationDisorders #EarlyIntervention #SchoolSLP #PediatricSpeechTherapy #SpeechAndLanguage

Thank you to Mandy Rodstrom, MA, CCC-SLP, for joining us on our STEAR Circle this week! Tonight we learned about utilizing trauma-informed care principles in stuttering therapy, including important clinical actions of trauma-informed practice related to: ?? Regulation ?? Relationship ?? Connection ?? Listening ?? Authenticity Such incredible insights, and such a great discussion! #STEARCircle #SpeechTherapist #Stuttering #Stutter #SperoStuttering #AllyOfStuttering #SLPTraining #SpeechTherapy #CommunicationDisorders #SchoolSLP #PediatricSpeechTherapy #SpeechAndLanguage

When schools use outdated criteria for eligibility, students who stutter suffer. The old criteria focused on: ? Counting disfluencies ? Visible discrepancies in speech ? Academic performance But these criteria put an emphasis on fluency rather than taking into account the entire lived experience of the student. That leads to bigger issues. Instead, schools need to adopt new standards for evaluations that take into account: ? Tense-filled disfluencies ? Maladaptive coping mechanisms ? Emotional responses ? Social and educational participation ? Activity limitations ? Quality of life impact By increasing the scope of eligibility criteria, our schools can better serve students who stutter in ways that support them in all aspects of their education. Remember: not everything that counts can be counted. Blog post originally appeared as a guest blog on Stuttering Therapy Resources’ “Practical Thoughts Blog”: https://lnkd.in/gxtUxnbN #InclusiveEducation #Education #SpeechTherapist #Stuttering #Stutter #SperoStuttering #AllyOfStuttering #SLPTraining #SpeechTherapy #CommunicationDisorders #SchoolSLP #PediatricSpeechTherapy #SpeechAndLanguage

Meet Sullivan Kiley, MS, CCC-SLP! We asked Sullivan how he became interested in working with people who stutter: "My interest in working with people who stutter stems from my fascination of neuroscience, coupled with my experience as a meditator and mindfulness facilitator. Early on in college I discovered the impact that counseling, meditation, and other emotion-regulating strategies can have on fluency, and I became hooked on learning more and extending this knowledge to help others." What does the Spero Ally of Stuttering? Seal mean to Sullivan? "I chose to become an Ally of Stuttering? SLP as community is so important to collaboration, growth, and support. Adding to the stuttering community improves outreach and helps families get connected with resources." Sullivan Kiley, MS, CCC-SLP Owner and SLP at Northern Pine Speech Therapy Licensed in Vermont and Oregon FB - Northern Pine Speech Therapy - Looking for an Ally of Stuttering? in your area? Head to https://lnkd.in/gKzw9Hdg to find our full directory of Ally of Stuttering? therapists! Interested in becoming a Spero Ally of Stuttering?? Visit https://lnkd.in/gPYUmXvg to learn more. #SpeechTherapist #Stuttering #Stutter #SperoStuttering #AllyOfStuttering #SLPTraining #SpeechTherapy #CommunicationDisorders #SchoolSLP #PediatricSpeechTherapy #SpeechAndLanguage

We’re excited to share that we're extending our research scholarship! The Genaro Souza Memorial Scholarship is now available to more students! If you: ?? Are enrolled in a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral program (research or clinical doctorate) in Communication Sciences and Disorders in an accredited university (or with candidacy status) in the United States ?? Are a member of a racial/ethnic minority OR ?? Demonstrate financial need Then you can apply for our $500 scholarship! Apply now - scholarships are awarded on a rolling basis until funding runs out! Find all the details here, along with our other financial support opportunities: https://lnkd.in/gASsVAbh #Scholarship #SpeechTherapist #Stuttering #Stutter #SperoStuttering #AllyOfStuttering #SLPTraining #SpeechTherapy #CommunicationDisorders #SchoolSLP #PediatricSpeechTherapy #SpeechAndLanguage

It’s hard to believe that it was already a year ago when we filmed our newest caregiver resource with John Gomez! ?? All of our SLPs from “Nurturing and Empowering Your Child Who Stutters” got to have a virtual reunion this week, and we had time to reflect on what this project meant to us, as well as the impact it has had on the stuttering community. As of today, the film has more than 2,400 views on our YouTube channel, with so many positive comments to encourage us as we spread awareness of stuttering and support caregivers! ?? We at Spero can’t thank you enough for watching this resource and sharing it with people who need it! A special thanks to our SLPs: Mandy Rodstrom Janet Tilstra Anna Jones Carrie Kerstein Ana Paula Mumy #NurturingAndEmpowering #SpeechTherapist #Stuttering #Stutter #SperoStuttering #AllyOfStuttering #SLPTraining #SpeechTherapy #CommunicationDisorders #SchoolSLP #PediatricSpeechTherapy #SpeechAndLanguage