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Friday, February 20, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
CST
TSH Foundation Breakfast
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
CST
TSH Foundation Breakfast
Location: 201
7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
CST
Belt Buckle Brew Cafe
7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
CST
Belt Buckle Brew Cafe
Location: Belt Buckle Brew Cafe
7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
CST
Registration
7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
CST
Registration
Location: Belt Buckle Lobby
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
CST
Mother's Room
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
CST
Mother's Room
Location: Mezzanine level at 12th Street
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
CST
Quiet Room
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
CST
Quiet Room
Location: 104
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
CST
Professional Issues Poster Walk
Professional Issues
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
CST
Professional Issues Poster Walk
Professional Issues
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
CST
Assessing the R Sound: Deeper Analysis for Targeted Intervention and Improved Therapy Outcomes
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
CST
Assessing the R Sound: Deeper Analysis for Targeted Intervention and Improved Therapy Outcomes
Location: Ballroom C
Primary Presenter:
Lindsey Hockel, MS, CCC-SLP (she/her/hers)
– Rock the R®
Pediatric – School Communication
Intermediate
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
CST
Clinical Challenges in Establishing Language Dominance in Bilingual Children with Developmental Language Disorder
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
CST
Clinical Challenges in Establishing Language Dominance in Bilingual Children with Developmental Language Disorder
Location: Ballroom A&B
Co-Presenter:
Anny Castilla-Earls, Phd
– UT Dallas
Co-Presenter:
Patrick Thane, PhD
– UT Austin
Pediatric – School Communication
Intermediate
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
CST
Professional Issues Poster Walk
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
CST
49 - From Self-Doubt to Self-Compassion: Mindfulness Strategies for Speech-Language Pathologists Facing Impostor Syndrome
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
Sierra Arceneaux, M.S., CCC-SLP
– Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions
Professional Issues
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
CST
50 - Grading Consistency in Graduate SLP Education: Comparing Human and ChatGPT Scores
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
Michelle Parish, SLPD, CCC-SLP (she/her/hers)
– UT San Antonio Health Science Center
Professional Issues
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
CST
51 - Using Self-Reflection to Support the Anxious Graduate Student in an Online Program
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
D'Anna Nowack, SLP.D, CCC/SLP, CBIS
– Baylor University
Co-Presenter:
Melissa P. Garcia, Ed.D, CCC/SLP (she/her/hers)
– Baylor University
Professional Issues
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
CST
52 - Culturally Responsive & Holistic Assessment: Effective Practices for Bilingual and Multilingual Clients
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
Marivel Willingham, M.A., CCC/SLP
– University of Texas- Rio Grande Valley
Co-Presenter:
Cecilia Perez, M.S., CCC-SLP (she/her/hers)
– Texas State University
Co-Presenter:
Christina A. Vasquez, SLPD, CCC-SLP, ASDCS, Trauma Informed Coach (she/her/hers)
– Talk to me Texas LLC
Co-Presenter:
Vannesa Mueller, PhD, CCC-SLP
– The University of Texas at El Paso
Professional Issues
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
CST
53 - Pass the Scope! The Development and Implementation of a Graduate Student Learning Experience in FEES
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
Helen Kenedi, MS CCC-SLP
– University of Texas at Dallas
Co-Presenter:
Hillary Klimkowski, M.S., CCC-SLP
– University of Texas at Dallas
Professional Issues
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
CST
54 - Leadership That Resonates: Examining Authenticity and Its Impact on working relationships in Diverse Practice Settings
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
Dora E. Vargas-Bustos, PHD., CCC-SLP
– University of Texas Rio Grande Valley- COHP
Professional Issues
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
CST
55 - College Life, Tests, Stress and NO Rest-Which students (Freshman to Graduates) COPE better?
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
Maria "Mary" Barrientos, PhD, CCC-SLP
– The University of Texas-Rio Grande Valley
Professional Issues
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
CST
56 - Successful mentoring strategies for the incoming professionals: Millennials and Generation Z, Let’s Go!
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
Ruth O. Crutchfield, SLP.D., CCC-SLP
– University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Co-Presenter:
Maria "Mary" Barrientos, PhD, CCC-SLP
– The University of Texas-Rio Grande Valley
Co-Presenter:
Dora E. Vargas-Bustos, PHD., CCC-SLP
– University of Texas Rio Grande Valley- COHP
Co-Presenter:
Lily Puente, M.S
– University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Professional Issues
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
CST
57 - Preceptor Experiences: Challenges and Successes
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
Ruth O. Crutchfield, SLP.D., CCC-SLP
– University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Co-Presenter:
Karen J. Hennington, M.S., CCC-SLP (she/her/hers)
– Texas Christian University
Professional Issues
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
CST
58 - Rhythms, Reins, and Relationships: A Collaborative Model for Speech-Language Therapy
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
Becky Saterbak, MA-CCC-SLP (she/her/hers)
– Texas A&M University Kingsville
Co-Presenter:
Jeanine Wheeler, MT-BC
– Hardin-Simmons University
Co-Presenter:
Wendy Anemaet, PT, DPT, MSPT, PhD
– Hardin Simmons University
Professional Issues
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
CST
60 - Underlying Factors in Book Selection During Speech Therapy Sessions: A Mixed-Methods Study
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
Kristen T. Davis, MS, CCC/SLP, BCS-CL (she/her/hers)
– Baylor University
Professional Issues
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
CST
Sound Waves and Word Play: Strategies for "Meta" Skills in Children with Auditory Processing Disorder
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
CST
Sound Waves and Word Play: Strategies for "Meta" Skills in Children with Auditory Processing Disorder
Location: 204
Primary Presenter:
Brittany Hall, PhD, CCC-SLP, LSLS Cert. AVT
– Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Co-Presenter:
Tori J.S Gustafson, AuD, CCC-A (she/her/hers)
– Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Audiology
Intermediate
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
CST
Invited Speaker: Feeding as Relationship, Not Compliance: A Neurodiversity-Affirming Approach to Pediatric Feeding
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
CST
Invited Speaker: Feeding as Relationship, Not Compliance: A Neurodiversity-Affirming Approach to Pediatric Feeding
Location: 202
Invited Speaker:
Erin Forward, MSP, CCC-SLP, CLC, Expert DIR/Floortime Provider (she/her/hers)
– Nourishing Connection LLC
Pediatric – Medical and Early Intervention
Intermediate
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
CST
Invited Speaker: The Upper Airway in Motion: Overlapping Anatomy & Physiology Across Voicing, Breathing, and Swallowing
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
CST
Invited Speaker: The Upper Airway in Motion: Overlapping Anatomy & Physiology Across Voicing, Breathing, and Swallowing
Location: 203
Invited Speaker:
Julie Barkmeier-Kraemer, PhD, CCC-SLP, ASHA Honors (she/her/hers)
– University of Utah
Adult – Swallowing and Upper Airway
8:00 AM - 2:30 PM
CST
Exhibit Hall Food Kiosk
8:00 AM - 2:30 PM
CST
Exhibit Hall Food Kiosk
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
CST
Exhibit Hall
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
CST
Exhibit Hall
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
CST
TSHA Student Coffee Social
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
CST
TSHA Student Coffee Social
Location: Buon Giorno
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
CST
Pediatric – School Communication Poster Walk
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
CST
29 - Standards Based Goal Writing for AAC Users
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
Kim Richards, CCC-SLP, BCS-AAC (she/her/hers)
– Humble ISD
Pediatric – School Communication
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
CST
30 - Specific Language System First: Streamlining AAC Implementation through a Unified Approach
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
Kim Richards, CCC-SLP, BCS-AAC (she/her/hers)
– Humble ISD
Pediatric – School Communication
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
CST
31 - All Means All: Comprehensive Literacy for AAC Users
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
Kim Richards, CCC-SLP, BCS-AAC (she/her/hers)
– Humble ISD
Pediatric – School Communication
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
CST
32 - Clear Speech Modification on Vowel Acoustics in Children with Potential Articulation/Phonological Disorders
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
Audrey Cope, B.S.
– Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Co-Presenter:
Alexandra K. Mercer
– Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Co-Presenter:
Mae Klein, n/a
– Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Co-Presenter:
Hoyoung Yi, PhD, CCC-SLP
– Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Pediatric – School Communication
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
CST
33 - Cross-Linguistic Vowel Production in Spanish-English Bilinguals: An Acoustic Analysis of Formant Patterns
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
Mengxuan Wu, PhD
– the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Co-Presenter:
Ruth O. Crutchfield, SLP.D., CCC-SLP
– University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Pediatric – School Communication
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
CST
34 - Developing Bilingual Expressive Language Tools for Spanish-Speaking Families in the Rio Grande Valley
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
Edessa X. Reyes, B.S. (she/her/hers)
– University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Co-Presenter:
Ruth O. Crutchfield, SLP.D., CCC-SLP
– University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Pediatric – School Communication
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
CST
35 - Developmental Trajectories of Code-Switching in Spanish-English Bilingual Children With and Without Language Disorder
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
Michelle Hernandez, M.S. CCC-SLP (she/her/hers)
– University of Houston
Co-Presenter:
Anny Castilla-Earls, PhD
– The University of Texas at Dallas
Pediatric – School Communication
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
CST
36 - The Effect of Maximum Opposition Intervention on a Spanish-Speaking Bilingual Child: A Treatment Approach
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
Kelly Gonzalez, CF-SLP
– Texas Woman's University
Co-Presenter:
Laura B. Green, PhD CCC/SLP
– Texas Woman's University
Pediatric – School Communication
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
CST
37 - When Opposites Speak:Using Maximally Opposed Minimal Pairs to Remediate a Preschooler's Speech Sound Disorder
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
Jessica L. Miranda, M.S., Bilingual Speech-Language Pathologist, CF-SLP Intern
– Texas Woman's University
Co-Presenter:
Laura B. Green, PhD CCC/SLP
– Texas Woman's University
Pediatric – School Communication
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
CST
38 - Enhancing Story Grammar: A Single‑Case Study Using the Expression Connection
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
Kelli G. Seay, M.S., CF-SLP Intern
– Texas Woman's University
Co-Presenter:
Laura B. Green, PhD CCC/SLP
– Texas Woman's University
Pediatric – School Communication
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
CST
39 - Fast, Flexible, and Evidence-Based: 5-Minute Articulation Therapy in Action
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
Beth Byers, M.S., CCC-SLP (she/her/hers)
– Lamar University
Co-Presenter:
Jacie Bonnette
Co-Presenter:
Karen Whisenthunt Saar (she/her/hers)
– Lamar University
Pediatric – School Communication
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
CST
40 - Got R Problems? A Phonemic Approach to R Remediation
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
Christine L. Ristuccia, MS CCC
– Say It Right
Pediatric – School Communication
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
CST
41 - LAUNCH Caregiver’s Knowledge and Confidence in Language and Literacy Using Game-Based Methods.
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
Stephanie De Los Santos, B.S. in Speech Language and Hearing Sciences and B.A. in Psychology
– UT Health San Antonio
Co-Presenter:
Angela Guerrero, B.S. in Speech Language and Hearing Sciences
– UT Health San Antonio
Co-Presenter:
Kelsey Gutierrez, B.A. in Psychology (she/her/hers)
– UT Health San Antonio
Pediatric – School Communication
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
CST
42 - Literacy for Life: Supporting Reading and Language in Individuals with Down Syndrome
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
Lauren Pierson, M.S., CCC-SLP, PhD, Educational Psychology
– Tarleton State University
Co-Presenter:
Alison Prahl, PhD, CCC-SLP
– Texas Christian University
Pediatric – School Communication
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
CST
43 - Sounds of Español: Phoneme Frequency of a Simultaneous Bilingual Child
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
Bethany Shaffer
– University of North Texas
Pediatric – School Communication
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
CST
44 - Teachers’ Perceptions of Students Receiving Speech Services in a Rural South Texas School District
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
Alessandra Orosco
– Our Lady of the Lake University
Pediatric – School Communication
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
CST
45 - Using fNIRS to determine intervention success in word reading with morphological affixes
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
Sandra E. Wright, PhD, CCC-SLP (she/her/hers)
– Baylor University
Co-Presenter:
Michaela J. Ritter, EdD, CCC-SLP (she/her/hers)
– Baylor University
Co-Presenter:
Kelcie Dao, SLPD, CCC-SLP
– Baylor University
Co-Presenter:
Jana M. Parker, SLPD, CCC-SLP
– Baylor University
Pediatric – School Communication
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
CST
46 - Literacy Intervention for Children with Developmental Language Disorder Using Structured Word Inquiry
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
Jana M. Parker, SLPD, CCC-SLP
– Baylor University
Co-Presenter:
Kimberly Murphy, PhD, CCC-SLP
– Scottish Rite Childhood Language Center
Pediatric – School Communication
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
CST
47 - Word Investigations: The Not-So-Curious Case of English Spelling
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
Jana M. Parker, SLPD, CCC-SLP
– Baylor University
Co-Presenter:
Hollie R. Sammons, M.S. CCC-SLP
– Baylor University
Pediatric – School Communication
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
CST
48 - The Dyslexia Bias: Clarifying Misperceptions about Dyslexia in Schools and Clinical Settings
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Co-Presenter:
Raedeen A. Wingate, M.S. CCC/SLP (she/her/hers)
– University of North Texas
Primary Presenter:
Tobi S. Thompson, PhD (she/her/hers)
– Northeastern State University
Pediatric – School Communication
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
CST
Pediatric: School Communication Poster Walk
Pediatric – School Communication
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
CST
Pediatric: School Communication Poster Walk
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Pediatric – School Communication
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
CST
From Resume to Negotiating the Offer: A Guide for Finding the Right CF Experience
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
CST
From Resume to Negotiating the Offer: A Guide for Finding the Right CF Experience
Location: 102
Primary Presenter:
Dawn M. Callahan Dennis, Ed. D. CCC-SLP, FNAP
– Spotter Staffing
Professional Issues
Beginner
Networking
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
CST
The Innovative SLP Manager: Leading with Creativity, Strategy, and Impact
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
CST
The Innovative SLP Manager: Leading with Creativity, Strategy, and Impact
Location: Ballroom C
Primary Presenter:
Kathleen M. Kerr, MS CCC-SLP
– University of Texas Medical Branch - - Galveton, TX
Co-Presenter:
Lori Arguello, M.S., CCC-SLP
– University of Texas Medical Branch
Professional Issues
Intermediate
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
CST
Strategies for Effective Supervision for Graduate Students and Clinical Fellows
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
CST
Strategies for Effective Supervision for Graduate Students and Clinical Fellows
Location: Ballroom A&B
Primary Presenter:
Alisha Budhwani, MS CCC-SLP
– Healthy Young Minds
Co-Presenter:
Sabah Ali, MS CCC-SLP (she/her/hers)
– Empat Speech
Professional Issues
Beginner
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
CST
Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder (ANSD) in Children: Characteristics, Intervention, and Outcomes
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
CST
Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder (ANSD) in Children: Characteristics, Intervention, and Outcomes
Location: 204
Primary Presenter:
Michelle Hsieh, Au.D., PhD, CCC-A
– Dell Children's Medical Center Ascension
Audiology
Intermediate
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
CST
University Meet and Greet
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
CST
University Meet and Greet
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
CST
Fun and Functional: Speech Therapy in the ECSE Classroom
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
CST
Fun and Functional: Speech Therapy in the ECSE Classroom
Location: Ballroom A&B
Primary Presenter:
Sarah Heigle, M.S., CCC-SLP (she/her/hers)
– Hurst-Euless-Bedford ISD
Pediatric – School Communication
Beginner
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
CST
Bridging Traditions: Tailoring Pediatric Feeding Strategies for Diverse Families
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
CST
Bridging Traditions: Tailoring Pediatric Feeding Strategies for Diverse Families
Location: 202
Primary Presenter:
Kendra Rosales, ABD, M.S., CCC-SLP
– University of Texas at El Paso
Co-Presenter:
Vannesa Mueller, PhD, CCC-SLP
– The University of Texas at El Paso
Pediatric – Medical and Early Intervention
Intermediate
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
CST
CANCELED: The Thinking Side of Social: The Role of Mental State Verbs in Social Success
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
CST
CANCELED: The Thinking Side of Social: The Role of Mental State Verbs in Social Success
Location: Ballroom A&B
Primary Presenter:
Anna Vagin, PhD, CA State SLP #5257 (she/her/hers)
– Private Practice
Pediatric – School Communication
Intermediate
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
CST
A Case Study of Rare Mohr-Tranebjaerg Syndrome (MTS) Promoting Interdisciplinary Diagnostic Collaboration
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
CST
A Case Study of Rare Mohr-Tranebjaerg Syndrome (MTS) Promoting Interdisciplinary Diagnostic Collaboration
Location: 204
Primary Presenter:
Jenny H. McGlothlin, MS, CCC/SLP, CLC
– UTD Callier Center for Communication Disorders
Co-Presenter:
Stephanie Williams, AuD, ABAC, PASC (she/her/hers)
– UTD Callier Center for Communication Disorders
Co-Presenter:
Katie Lange, M.S. CCC-SLP (she/her/hers)
– UTD Callier Center for Communication Disorders
Co-Presenter:
Christopher Anagnostis, Neuropsychologist
– Neuropsychology of Fort Worth
Audiology
Intermediate
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
CST
Improving Meaningful Interactions and Quality of Life with an Abilities-Based Approach to Dementia Care
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
CST
Improving Meaningful Interactions and Quality of Life with an Abilities-Based Approach to Dementia Care
Location: 201
Primary Presenter:
Amber Freeman, M.S. CCC-SLP
– Ensign Affiliated Facility
Adult – Communication
Beginner
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
CST
Integrated Assessment and Management of Aerodigestive Tract Disorders: Voice, Airway, and Swallowing
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
CST
Invited Speaker: Integrated Assessment and Management of Aerodigestive Tract Disorders: Voice, Airway, and Swallowing
Location: 203
Invited Speaker:
Julie Barkmeier-Kraemer, PhD, CCC-SLP, ASHA Honors (she/her/hers)
– University of Utah
Adult – Swallowing and Upper Airway
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
CST
Job Placement
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
CST
Job Placement
Location: 103 B
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
CST
Ethics = Person-Centered Care
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
CST
Ethics = Person-Centered Care
Location: Ballroom C
Primary Presenter:
Jennifer Buhrmann, M.S., CCC-SLP, MT-BC
– Joyful Noises / UT San Antonio
Professional Issues
Intermediate
Ethics
11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
CST
Data Speaks: Writing Powerful PLAAFPs to Drive Student Success
11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
CST
Data Speaks: Writing Powerful PLAAFPs to Drive Student Success
Location: Ballroom A&B
Primary Presenter:
Hailey M. Gaida, M.S., CCC-SLP (she/her/hers)
– YES Prep Public Schools
Pediatric – School Communication
Intermediate
11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
CST
Food for Thought: Why Nutrition Matters for a Child's Brain; A Multicultural Perspective
11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
CST
Food for Thought: Why Nutrition Matters for a Child's Brain; A Multicultural Perspective
Location: 201
Primary Presenter:
Carolina Talancon, B.S.
– UTRGV
Co-Presenter:
Lizbeth Perez, B.S.
– UTRGV
Pediatric – Medical and Early Intervention
Beginner
11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
CST
Apraxia of Speech and Autism: dual diagnosis or comorbidity?
11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
CST
Apraxia of Speech and Autism: dual diagnosis or comorbidity?
Location: 202
Primary Presenter:
Heather Van Houten, M.S. CCC-SLP (she/her/hers)
– Comal ISD
Pediatric – School Communication
Intermediate
11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
CST
Beyond the Clinic Walls: Tailoring Communication Interventions for Veterans and Incarcerated Individuals through Patient-Centered Care
11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
CST
Beyond the Clinic Walls: Tailoring Communication Interventions for Veterans and Incarcerated Individuals through Patient-Centered Care
Location: 204
Primary Presenter:
Carolyn G. Perry, CCC-SLP (she/her/hers)
– TTUHSC
Co-Presenter:
Brooke N. Ward, M.S., CCC-SLP
– Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Co-Presenter:
Katie Ashdown, CCC-SLP
– TTUHSC
Adult – Communication
Intermediate
12:45 PM - 1:15 PM
CST
Refreshment Break in Exhibit Hall
12:45 PM - 1:15 PM
CST
Refreshment Break in Exhibit Hall
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
CST
AAC Therapy Strategies: Setting Kids Up for Success with Language and Literacy
1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
CST
AAC Therapy Strategies: Setting Kids Up for Success with Language and Literacy
Location: Ballroom C
Primary Presenter:
Randi Brown, M.S., CCC-SLP
– Voice Bridge Inc, Randi Brown SLP Resources, Azle ISD
Pediatric – School Communication
Beginner
1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
CST
Networking Activity: Adult Hot Topics Discussion
1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
CST
Networking Activity: Adult Hot Topics Discussion
Location: 201
Networking
1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
CST
Networking Activity: Pediatric Hot Topics Discussion
1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
CST
Networking Activity: Pediatric Hot Topics Discussion
Location: 102
Networking
1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
CST
TSHA Cares: Philanthropy Project
1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
CST
TSHA Cares: Philanthropy Project
1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
CST
FUNctional AAC - Supporting Communication Growth with AAC
1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
CST
FUNctional AAC - Supporting Communication Growth with AAC
Location: Ballroom A&B
Primary Presenter:
Shannon Archer, CCC-SLP
– A Gift of Speech
Pediatric – School Communication
Beginner
1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
CST
Audiology Clinical Education Panel
1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
CST
Audiology Clinical Education Panel
Location: 204
Primary Presenter:
Kelsey Hatton, Au.D., CCC-A (she/her/hers)
– The University of Texas at Austin
Audiology
Beginner
1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
CST
Burp Blocked: Understanding and Treating Retrograde Cricopharyngeal Dysfunction
1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
CST
Burp Blocked: Understanding and Treating Retrograde Cricopharyngeal Dysfunction
Location: 203
Primary Presenter:
Anna Spohrer, SLP
– Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehab
Adult – Swallowing and Upper Airway
Beginner
1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
CST
CANCELED: From Cap & Gown to Clinical Crown: Navigating transitions during your early SLP Journey
1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
CST
CANCELED: From Cap & Gown to Clinical Crown: Navigating transitions during your early SLP Journey
Location: Ballroom C
Professional Issues
Beginner
1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
CST
Effective Professional Collaboration in Treatment of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disosrders
1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
CST
Effective Professional Collaboration in Treatment of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disosrders
Location: 202
Co-Presenter:
Melanie H. Johnston, SLP, CAS
– BRITE Success,LLC
Co-Presenter:
Meredith J. Sharp, BCBA, LBA (she/her/hers)
– Success on the Spectrum
Pediatric – Medical and Early Intervention
DEI
Intermediate
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
CST
University Tailgate Games
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
CST
University Tailgate Games
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Networking
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
CST
Kendra Scott Pop-up
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
CST
Kendra Scott Pop-up
Location: TSHA Booth, Exhibit Hall AB
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
CST
Adult: Swallowing and Upper Airway Poster Walk
Adult – Swallowing and Upper Airway
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
CST
Adult: Swallowing and Upper Airway Poster Walk
Adult – Swallowing and Upper Airway
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
CST
Student Networking Session
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
CST
Student Networking Session
Location: 104
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
CST
Beyond 'Try Again': Functional Elicitation Techniques for SLPs
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
CST
Beyond 'Try Again': Functional Elicitation Techniques for SLPs
Location: 202
Primary Presenter:
Shelby Ford, M.S., CCC-SLP (she/her/hers)
– Bjorem Publications
Professional Issues
Intermediate
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
CST
Adult – Swallowing and Upper Airway Poster Walk
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
CST
13 - Beyond Pitch: Exploring Satisfaction and Identity Outcomes in Gender-Affirming Voice Therapy for Transgender Women
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
Brianette Peña, B.S.
– University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Co-Presenter:
Brenda P. Villafranca, B.S. Biology
– University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Adult – Swallowing and Upper Airway
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
CST
14 - Establishing Normative Swallowing Parameters in Healthy Adults: Application of the Yale Swallow Protocol
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
Angela Van Sickle, PhD, CCC-SLP (she/her/hers)
– Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Adult – Swallowing and Upper Airway
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
CST
Adult – Communication Poster Walk
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
CST
1 - Accent Modification Training- Why and how we train?
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
Hannah Pourchot Neale, PHD, CCC-SLP
– University of Texas at Dallas
Co-Presenter:
Sofia Walker
– The University of Texas at Dallas
Adult – Communication
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
CST
2 - College and Me: Empowering students who are neurodiverse through self-advocacy and self-determination skills
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
Sara Stille
– Hardin-Simmons University
Co-Presenter:
Victoria Cyriac
– Hardin-Simmons University
Co-Presenter:
Lauren Garrett
– Hardin-Simmons University
Faculty:
D’Lyla (Dee) Kirby, M.S. CCC-SLP
Adult – Communication
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
CST
3 - Communication Across the Continuum of Care: A WHO-ICF Analysis of Tom Lubbock’s Journey with Aphasia
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
Sarah Gaona, BS, BA (she/her/hers)
– University of North Texas
Co-Presenter:
Sophie Giacchino, B.S.
– University of North Texas
Co-Presenter:
Kassandra Aguilar, B.S.
– University of North Texas
Co-Presenter:
Jennifer Garrido, B.S. (she/her/hers)
– University of North Texas
Adult – Communication
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
CST
4 - Effect of High-Tech Eye Gaze Augmentative and Alternative Communication on AAC Users and Care Partners
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
Nicole Cardamone, B.S.
– Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Co-Presenter:
Hesper Y. Holland, PhD, CCC-SLP, BCS-AAC
– Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Adult – Communication
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
CST
5 - The Effects of Disclosure on University Students' Perceptions of a Person with Aphasia
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
Paul Blanchet, PhD, CCC-SLP
– Communication Sciences and Disorders, Baylor University
Adult – Communication
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
CST
6 - Effects of Using Personally Relevant Stimuli on Picture Naming in a Person with Non-Fluent Aphasia
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
Paul Blanchet, PhD, CCC-SLP
– Communication Sciences and Disorders, Baylor University
Adult – Communication
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
CST
7 - How Semantic Feature Cues Influence Naming in Individuals with PPA compared to Healthy Young Adults
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
Christine Dugas, PhD, CCC-SLP
– The University of Texas at Dallas
Co-Presenter:
Christine H. Abasi, M.S., SLP (she/her/hers)
– The University of Texas at Dallas
Adult – Communication
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
CST
8 - Impact of Payer Source on Cognitive-Communication Outcomes Following Speech-Language Pathology Intervention in Skilled Nursing Facilities
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
Megan L. Wickliff, MS, CCC-SLP (she/her/hers)
– University of Texas Medical Branch
Adult – Communication
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
CST
9 - Modulating Social Perception in Young Adults with Autism: A Randomized Controlled Trial of tDCS Intervention
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
Michelle M. Nishida, PhD, CCC-SLP (she/her/hers)
– Texas Woman's University
Co-Presenter:
Jyutika Mehta, PhD
– Texas Woman's University
Adult – Communication
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
CST
10 - Pathways in Color: An Arts-in Health Initiative for People with Aphasia
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Co-Presenter:
Melinda Corwin, PhD, CCC-SLP (she/her/hers)
– Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Co-Presenter:
Tracee Robertson, MA
– Museum at Texas Tech University
Adult – Communication
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
CST
11 - Triangulated Social Communication Training Approach for Young Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder Entering the Workforce
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
Lauren H. Mathews, M.S., PhD-ABD, CCC-SLP (she/her/hers)
– University of North Texas
Adult – Communication
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
CST
12 - When words escape: A journey through Aphasia and Recovery.
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Primary Presenter:
Nidia Garcia, M.A., CCC-SLP (she/her/hers)
– Texas A&M International University
Adult – Communication
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
CST
Adult Communication Poster Walk
Adult – Communication
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
CST
Adult: Communication Poster Walk
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
Adult – Communication
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
CST
Play with Purpose: Language Facilitating Strategies for Early Language
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
CST
Play with Purpose: Language Facilitating Strategies for Early Language
Location: Ballroom A&B
Primary Presenter:
Kristin M. Kirkley, SLPD, CCC-SLP, BCS-CL (she/her/hers)
– Spark Resources LLC, Adjunct Faculty TCU
Pediatric – Medical and Early Intervention
Intermediate
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
CST
Complex Pediatric Dysphagia Case Studies: A Multidisciplinary View
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
CST
Complex Pediatric Dysphagia Case Studies: A Multidisciplinary View
Location: 203
Primary Presenter:
Ashley Brown, MS CCC-SLP BCS-S
– Children's Health Medical Center Dallas
Co-Presenter:
Alejandro Llanos-Chea, MD (he/him/his)
– UT Southwestern / Children's Health
Co-Presenter:
Yann-Fuu Kou, MD (he/him/his)
– UT Southwestern
Co-Presenter:
Stephen R. Chorney, MD, MPH
– UT Southwestern
Pediatric – Medical and Early Intervention
Advanced
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
CST
Respecting Neurodiversity: Ethical Considerations for SLPs Supporting Autism
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
CST
Respecting Neurodiversity: Ethical Considerations for SLPs Supporting Autism
Location: Ballroom C
Primary Presenter:
Adrienne D. Squiers, M.S. CCC-SLP (she/her/hers)
– Plano ISD
Professional Issues
Advanced
Ethics
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
CST
Beyond Words: Elevating Person-Centered Communication and Advocacy in Dementia Care
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
CST
Beyond Words: Elevating Person-Centered Communication and Advocacy in Dementia Care
Location: 204
Primary Presenter:
Stephanie Richings, M.S., CCC-SLP (she/her/hers)
– University of Louisiana at Lafayette/ Avir at Beaumont
Adult – Communication
Intermediate
3:30 PM
CST
Passport to Prizes Drawing
3:30 PM
CST
Passport to Prizes Drawing
Location: Exhibit Hall AB
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
CST
Feeding Without Interruption: Therapeutic Continuity of Care Across Pediatric Settings
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
CST
Feeding Without Interruption: Therapeutic Continuity of Care Across Pediatric Settings
Location: 202
Primary Presenter:
Amanda Graves, SLPD, CCC-SLP, CLC (she/her/hers)
– Itty Bitty Mouths
Pediatric – Medical and Early Intervention
Beginner
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
CST
The SLP’s Toolkit for Voice Disorders: A Starter Pack for Early-Career Clinicians and Graduate Students
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
CST
The SLP’s Toolkit for Voice Disorders: A Starter Pack for Early-Career Clinicians and Graduate Students
Location: 203
Primary Presenter:
Julianna CJ Smeltzer, MS, CCC-SLP (she/her/hers)
– Univeristy of Texas at Dallas, UT Southwestern
Adult – Swallowing and Upper Airway
Beginner
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
CST
Audiology Student Research Symposium
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
CST
Audiology Student Research Symposium
Location: 102
Primary Presenter:
Michelle Hsieh, Au.D., PhD, CCC-A
– Dell Children's Medical Center Ascension
Audiology
Intermediate
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
CST
Application of a Strengths-Based Assessment for School-Age Children who Stutter
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
CST
Application of a Strengths-Based Assessment for School-Age Children who Stutter
Location: Ballroom A&B
Primary Presenter:
Courtney T. Byrd, PHD, CCC-SLP (she/her/hers)
– Blank Center for Stuttering, UT-Austin
Co-Presenter:
Elizabeth H. Hampton, MA, CCC-SLP (she/her/hers)
– Blank Center for Stuttering, UT-Austin
Co-Presenter:
Lauren Henchey, MA, CCC-SLP (she/her/hers)
– Blank Center for Stuttering, UT-Austin
Pediatric – School Communication
Intermediate
3:45 PM - 5:45 PM
CST
Medical Committee Forum: Addressing Burnout in Medical Speech Pathology
3:45 PM - 5:45 PM
CST
Medical Committee Forum: Addressing Burnout in Medical Speech Pathology
Location: 204
Primary Presenter:
Lori Taffet, MS, CCC-SLP
– Bayor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation
Co-Presenter:
Teresa C. Drulia, Ph.D., CCC-SLP (she/her/hers)
– Texas Christian University
Co-Presenter:
Hedieh Hashemi Hosseinabad, PhD, CCC-SLP (she/her/hers)
– University of North Texas
Professional Issues
Intermediate
TSHA Committee Forum
3:45 PM - 5:45 PM
CST
Public School Forum
3:45 PM - 5:45 PM
CST
Public School Forum
Location: Ballroom C
Primary Presenter:
Dalan Gore, M.S., M.B.A., CCC-SLP
– Austin ISD/AIM
Co-Presenter:
Kresta L. Atkin, M.A., CCC-SLP (she/her/hers)
– Comal ISD
Pediatric – School Communication
Intermediate
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
CST
Praxis Bowl
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
CST
Praxis Bowl
Location: 201
Sponsored By
The Stepping Stones Group
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
CST
Audiology Happy Hour/Networking Event
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
CST
Audiology Happy Hour/Networking Event
Location: 102
Networking
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
CST
Breaking Up is Hard to Do: Dismissal from School-Based Speech Therapy
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
CST
Breaking Up is Hard to Do: Dismissal from School-Based Speech Therapy
Location: Ballroom A&B
Primary Presenter:
Beth Darbe, Ed.D., CCC-SLP (she/her/hers)
– Region 4 ESC
Pediatric – School Communication
Intermediate
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
CST
Routines, Relationships, and Real Life: Trauma-Informed Practices for Pediatric SLPs
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
CST
Routines, Relationships, and Real Life: Trauma-Informed Practices for Pediatric SLPs
Location: 202
Primary Presenter:
Megan Peveto, M.S. CCC-SLP
– The SLP Next Door
Pediatric – Medical and Early Intervention
Beginner
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
CST
Untangling the Cognitive Fog: How SLPs Address Shared Deficits in Long COVID, CFS, and PCS
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
CST
Untangling the Cognitive Fog: How SLPs Address Shared Deficits in Long COVID, CFS, and PCS
Location: 203
Primary Presenter:
Macey A. McKnight, M.A., CCC-SLP (she/her/hers)
– UT Health Center for Brain Health/Our Lady of the Lake University
Adult – Communication
Beginner
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
CST
TTUHSC Program Reunion
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
CST
TTUHSC Program Reunion
Location: Flying Saucer Draught Emporium (111 E 3rd St, Fort Worth, TX 76102)
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
CST
UNT ASLP Alumni Connect Program Reunion
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
CST
UNT ASLP Alumni Connect Program Reunion
Location: Ft. Worth Sheraton Cypress Ballroom (1701 Commerce Street)
6:15 PM - 8:15 PM
CST
West Texas A&M University Program Reunion
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
CST
West Texas A&M University Program Reunion
Location: Omni Hotel's Whiskey & Rye Lounge
