Summer Programs
If you’re interested in learning more about our summer programs, be sure to check out our recent summer programs webinar. This informational video will fill you in on everything you …
Hyperlexia Webinar on Social Skills
On May 26th, 2020 we hosted a webinar on social skills and strategies for hyperlexic children. Our Founder, Phyllis Kupperman, and Assistant Director, Ciara Nally, shared so many helpful tips …
Reading Comprehension Strategies for Hyperlexic Children
On May 12th, 2020 we hosted a webinar on reading comprehension strategies for hyperlexic children. Our Founder, Phyllis Kupperman, and Assistant Director, Ciara Nally, shared so many helpful tips for …
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Wordless Picture Books and Videos
Wordless picture books, or wordless videos (we see you, Pixar), can be GREAT ways to work on language and literacy! Your child can expand their imagination and create their own …
Hyperlexia Webinar Video and Resources
On April 21, 2019, CHAT hosted a webinar, Supporting Hyperlexic Children under COVID-19: Tips from the Experts. Our Founder, Phyllis Kupperman, and Assistant Director, Ciara Nally, shared so many helpful tips for …
CHAT Uses Teletherapy Services to Continue Providing Therapy During COVID-19 Pandemic
Despite the limitations of social distancing, at CHAT we’re happy to continue providing speech-language therapy services through the use of teletherapy! In fact, with all of this newfound time at …
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Utilizing the Communication Matrix
This presentation demonstrated and provided a tutorial of The Communication Matrix. It examined the website and the resources available to clinicians and parents and discussed how individuals can utilize the …
Transition Plans and Functional Therapy Activities
This presentation reviews what transition plans are, what should be included in a transition plan, and why transition plans are an important part of the IEP process once a student …
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SB100
This presentation looked at SB100, which is an IL law intended to transform school discipline practices in Illinois and weaken the school-to-prison pipeline. The bill provides guidelines about the severity …
Incorporation of Fine Motor Skills into Speech-Language Sessions
This presentation discusses the importance of using fine motor activities to increase engagement and participation, and reduce behaviors during speech-language sessions. Research about the relation between fine motor skills, speech-language …
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Best Practices in Teletherapy
This presentation includes general information on speech and language teletherapy including a definition, pros and cons, materials needed to engage in teletherapy, and environmental considerations. It also covers reimbursement and …
Echolalia
This presentation explores echolalia, which is the repetition of verbalizations or speech. It describes current research on definitions of echolalia, important background information, and therapeutic approaches for clinicians. Echolalia can …
Language Sample Analysis: A Tool for Assessment and Clinical Practice
Often a component of a comprehensive speech-language assessment, a language sample provides a non-biased, valid, and reliable look into an individual’s receptive and expressive language abilities to determine if that …
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Treatment Strategies for Accent Modification
This presentation is designed to provide treatment areas, resources, and ideas for speech language pathologists working with or interested in working with clients on accent modification in American English. As …
Mindfulness-based techniques for school-age children
Mindfulness-based interventions and techniques can increase attentional and emotional self-regulation skills, as well as promote cognitive flexibility. This presentation defines mindfulness and highlights key research on mindfulness-based practices for children …
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CSLD Announces Launch of New Brand, CHAT
Welcome to CHAT, our new brand. CHAT stands for Communication Health, Advocacy & Therapy. Born from a desire to convey who we are with more inclusive language, CHAT represents the …
CHAT Serves 58 Children with Summer Programs
In the summer of 2018, we launched an initiative in partnership with Distinctive Schools to bring our life changing summer literacy and social communication programs to their students. For many of these …
Meet Kamryn,
Our Chicago Bears Kid
Thanks to a generous gift from Koren and Mike Furrey, Wide Receivers Coach of our hometown team the Chicago Bears, Kamryn was able to attend CHAT’s five-week intensive summer literacy …
Behavior Management
An overview of the ABCs of behavior, FBAs and BIPs, and tips and strategies on how to maintain a supportive environment to promote positive behaviors! Click here to download the …
Summary of Chicago Public Schools Office of Diverse Learner Supports and Services Procedural Manual for SLPs
The Office of Diverse Learner Supports and Services (ODLSS) within Chicago Public Schools provides a manual that outlines the systems and procedures involved in delivering special education services to students in need. This …
Selective Mutism
This presentation discusses general information, diagnostic criteria, professional roles, evaluation, and treatment of individuals with selective mutism. Click here to download the presentation.
School Aged and Adolescent Fluency
A review of evidence-based assessment and treatment frameworks/recommendations for school age-adolescent individuals with fluency disorders. Click here to download the presentation.
Treatment Strategies for Childhood Fluency Disorders
An overview of treatment approaches and treatment ideas for childhood fluency disorders. Click here to download the presentation.
Evaluating and Treating Voice Disorders in the School-Based Setting
An overview of assessment and treatment protocols and logistics for individuals with voice differences and disorders in the school-based setting. Click here to download the presentation.