As SLPs, many of us were only taught one way of thinking when it came to working with neurodivergent students. But what if I told you there is another way to approach working with them that could make a world of difference in these students’ lives? In this episode, I sat down with Stephanie Boron to talk about how we can flip the script when working with neurodivergent kids. Stephanie shares some fresh insights that not only give these kids better support but also help them rock their goals like never before!Topics covered in this episode include:Stephanie’s journey to getting her own neurodivergent diagnosisWhy we all need to stop what we’re doing and learn about neurodivergent-affirming practicesThe types of goals we should be working on when it comes to neurodivergent studentsThe power of honoring our students' communication attempts, no matter what they areCreating a culture in the school system to embrace the changes that need to be madeBooks by neurodivergent authors to share with neurodivergent studentsOne requirement kids are expected to meet at school that is leading to autistic burnoutThe importance of embracing neurodiversity in our speech roomsIt is more important than ever that we get on board with neurodiversity-affirming practices so that we can give our students the support they really need. Tune in to learn how! Full show notes available at www.speechtimefun.com/188Resources Mentioned: Visit Stephanie’s website: https://www.bemespeech.com/Check out Stephanie’s free resources: https://www.bemespeech.com/workFollow Stephanie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bemespeech/Neurodiversity Affirming Approaches to Supporting Autistic Children: http://www.speechtimefun.com/181Check out the books mentioned: A Day With No Words: https://a.co/d/dvTcFgKMy Autistic Mama: https://a.co/d/7JN5VVqI Will Die On This Hill: https://a.co/d/3SDl85hUniquely Human: https://a.co/d/4QdV1nhJoin us at our next virtual conference! Speech Retreat takes place on November 4, 2023: speechretreat.comWhere We Can Connect: Follow the Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/slp-coffee-talk/id1497341007Follow Hallie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/speechtimefunFollow Hallie on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SpeechTimeFun/Follow Hallie on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/missspeechie/