The Speech & Language Protocol: An Assessment Guide to Early Years
Just Released: NOVEMBER 4th, 2024
Published by Routledge ISBN: 9781032742465
​
The Speech & Language Protocol is a comprehensive guide designed for speech-language pathologists, educators, and healthcare professionals. Rooted in psychological learning principles, it bridges developmental psychology and speech-language pathology to deliver actionable, research-backed strategies for assessment and intervention.
Who is The Protocol for?
What Makes The Protocol Different?
1
Blends Disciplines
Combines developmental psychology with speech-language pathology for a truly interdisciplinary approach.
2
Companion Virtual Resources
Tools that help you identify, track, and evaluate clients’ progress with ease.
Making 'The Protocol' a truly DYNAMIC ASSESSMENT
3
Detailed Developmental Milestones
A one-stop guide covering:
-
Social Stages of Play
-
Receptive and Expressive Milestones
-
Motor Speech Progressions
-
Cognitive Milestones
-
Pragmatic and Social Communication Development
-
Feeding & Swallowing
-
And more...
ASHA 2024 Highlights
Did you miss us at ASHA? Here’s what you need to know about The Speech & Language Protocol.
It was an honor to connect with professionals passionate about advancing speech-language services. Highlights included:
-
Introducing The Speech & Language Protocol to a nationwide audience.
-
Engaging in discussions on research-backed practices for early intervention.
-
Receiving valuable feedback that will shape future editions and resources.
For University Faculty:
Elevate Your Curriculum with The Protocol! As faculty members, you have the unique opportunity to integrate The Speech & Language Protocol into your courses and expand the learning experience for future speech-language pathologists. Become a key partner in shaping the next generation of professionals
Before the official release, see a sneak peek of the contents...
“In the first few years of life, children’s communication skills form the foundation for all future learning. The Speech & Language Protocol offers professionals a structured approach to assess and nurture these essential skills, ensuring that no child is left behind.”
Snapshot of the Author
Stephanie LoPresti, a dynamic and accomplished speech-language pathologist, has over a decade of diverse experience across medical, academic, and private settings, serving clients from infancy through geriatric stages. Her expertise extends across speech and language disorders, feeding and swallowing dysfunctions, cognitive impairments, and augmentative communication, making her a sought-after leader in the field. With a passion for interdisciplinary collaboration and mentorship, Stephanie is recognized for her ability to integrate evidence-based practice and developmental psychology into her therapeutic approach, optimizing treatment outcomes. As an experienced CF and SLPA supervisor, she brings leadership to professional development and is equally committed to patient-centered care.
​
Stephanie is the author of the forthcoming book, The Speech & Language Protocol: An Assessment Tool for Early Years(Routledge/Taylor and Francis Group, 2024), a transformative resource designed to enhance speech-language pathology service delivery with developmentally-informed frameworks. Her expertise, combined with her dedication to advancing the field, positions her as an ideal speaker for academic lectures and professional development seminars.
Book Stephanie for Speaking Engagements
​
Stephanie is available for keynote speaking, workshops, and guest lectures tailored specifically for university professors, deans, speech-language pathologists (SLPs), speech-language pathology assistants (SLPAs), as well as undergraduate and graduate students in the fields of communication sciences and disorders, psychology, and early childhood education.
What does Stephanie offer?
In The Speech & Language Protocol: An Assessment Tool for the Early Years, Stephanie merges cutting-edge research with practical therapy methods that are grounded in established psychological principles. As a licensed SLP with years of clinical experience, her approach integrates developmental milestones with evidence-based intervention strategies—making this content essential for professionals and students aiming to improve early intervention outcomes.
30 min
150 US dollars
Copyright Notice
© 2024 Nelson & Mullins. All rights reserved.
All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, images, and associated materials, is the intellectual property of Nelson & Mullins and is protected by copyright law. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution of this material is strictly prohibited.