VSHA March 2021 Conference Schedule 

Monday, March 1st, 2021

Insights into Selective Mutism for AUDs and SLPs (Part I)
presented by Annie DiVello, M.S. CCC-SLP

5:30 – 6:30pm
A clinical overview of selective mutism

6:30 – 7:00pm
The impact of anxiety on engagement and communication

Tuesday, March 2nd, 2021

Roundtable
with Jenna Sweet

5:30 – 6:15pm
Join Board Member Jenna Sweet for an interactive round table discussion! This 45-minute session is intended to be a time to connect, share a sense of community, and discuss content from the webinars.

Tuesday, March 9th, 2021

Insights into Selective Mutism for AUDs and SLPs (Part II)
presented by Annie DiVello, M.S. CCC-SLP

5:30 – 6:00pm
The inner experience of an individual with SM

6:00 – 6:30pm
The neurobiological differences of anxiety

6:30 – 7:00pm
Strategies for effective engagement and communication

Friday, March 12th, 2021

Executive Functioning & Language Intervention –
The Critical Role of the SLP (Part I)
presented by Danielle Kent, M.S. CCC-SLP

9:00 – 10:00am
Overview of Executive Functioning & the Connection to Language, including the role of Executive Functioning in Complex Communication Disorders, and the critical role of the SLP in targeting regulation, problem solving, and organization.

10:00 – 10:30am
Introduction to Functional strategies for supporting Executive Functioning facets, including but not limited to: problem solving, organization, and regulation

Monday, March 15th, 2021

Meet the Board – Annual Meeting

5:30 – 6:30pm
Come meet the VSHA Board Members! Danielle, Melissa, Jenna, Sierra, Philip, Annie, and Jennifer will be facilitating a brief meet-and-greet followed by the board’s annual meeting. All of the board’s efforts from last year, as well and next year’s strategic plan, will be shared with members.

Tuesday, March 16th, 2021

Audiological Management of COVID-19 Survivors
presented by Dr. Robert M. DiSogra

5:30 - 6:00 An overview COVID-19 and its impact on a person’s health weeks and even months after the initial diagnosis; impact on the profession of audiology

6:00 – 7:00 The post-diagnosis audiologic complications that could emerge (based on current research) and the strategies for the management of those complications 

7:00 - 7:10 Update on the latest practices in cerumen disposal with COVID-19 patients

7:10 - 7:20 Update on future directions for audiologists who see COVID-19 patients

7:20 - 7:30 Q & A

Thursday, March 18th, 2021

Roundtable
with Danielle Kent, M.S. CCC-SLP

6:00 – 6:45pm
Join Board Member Danielle Kent for an interactive round table discussion! This 45-minute session is intended to be a time to connect, share a sense of community, and discuss content from the webinars.

Friday, March 19th, 2021

Executive Functioning & Language Intervention –
The Critical Role of the SLP (Part II)
presented by Danielle Kent, M.S. CCC-SLP

9:00 – 10:00am
Continue Functional strategies for supporting Executive Functioning facets, including but not limited to: problem solving, organization, and regulation • Participants should be prepared to trial and create visuals on their computers and in breakout sessions on ZOOM

10:00 – 10:30am
Q & A

Wednesday, March 24th, 2021

The Role of the Speech Pathologist in Managing Concussion Across the Lifespan
presented by Gina England, M.S. CCC-SLP

3:00 – 3:05pm
Defining Concussion/Neuro-Imaging

3:05 – 3:15pm
Signs and Symptoms of Concussion/Factors That Can Prolong Recovery (Post- Concussion Syndrome)

3:15 – 3:25pm
The Ideal Post-Concussion Team

3:25 – 3:40pm
Across the Lifespan:  Developmental Considerations/Most Prevalent Injuries/ Primary Goals of the Team

3:40 – 4:00pm
The Speech Pathology Assessment – Age specific assessment tools

4:00 – 4:25pm
Age Specific Therapy Interventions

4:25 – 4:30pm
Clinical Resources

Thursday, March 25th, 2021

Anxiety in a Pandemic:  Recognizing and Reducing Anxiety in Clients and Ourselves
presented by Dr. Elizabeth Doppler-Bourassa

6:00 – 6:15pm
Introduction and Overview of Anxiety Based Disorders

6:15 – 6:30pm
Brain Based Roots of Anxiety and Stress

6:30 – 6:45pm
Discussion of the Unique Stressors of COVID-19

6:45 – 7:15pm
Interactive Demonstration of Anxiety Management Strategies

7:15 – 7:30pm
Questions and Reflections

Wednesday, March 31st, 2021

Roundtable & Closing Remarks from the Board
with Annie DiVello, M.S. CCC-SLP

6:00 – 6:45pm
Join Board Member Annie DiVello for an interactive round table discussion! This 45-minute session is intended to be a time to connect, share a sense of community, and discuss content from the webinars, as well as closing remarks from our Board Members.