LiPS: The Lindamood Phoneme Sequencing Program

This past spring, a Speech-Language Pathologist from Pediatric Partners in Fargo attended the virtual “LiPS” training. “LiPS” is a multisensory program that uses hands-on therapy which introduces patients to letters and their sounds as well as how the child feels and sees the sounds. During this therapy, the therapist introduces the child to how letters…

DIR 201: Promoting Basic Functional Emotional Developmental Capacities

Over the course of three months, an Occupational Therapist from Pediatric Partners Clinic in Fargo was able to complete their certification in DIR Floortime. DIR (Developmental, Individual Difference, Relationship-based) Floortime is a model that helps children to develop self-regulating, purposeful communication, problem solving skills, and meaningful relationships. This strength- based approach will allow for the…

Fargo Speech-Language Pathologists Certified in TalkTools

Three Speech-Language Pathologists from Pediatric Partners Neurobehavioral Health Clinic in Fargo attended a virtual TalkTools conference this past spring. TalkTools applies a unique, hierarchical approach to Oral-Placement Therapy and focuses on the measurable, result-driven path for both therapists and clients. Goals of this therapy include speech clarity, improved feeding, and independence.   Our therapists were…