Episode #8
Parent Perspective Series: Kacey Holland
In this conversation, Kacey Holland MS, CCC-SLP, a board-certified pediatric Speech Language Pathologist, shares her journey as both a professional and a parent of an autistic child, her incredible son Zander. She discusses her journey of "becoming" from a traditional SLP to shifting toward a more holistic approach to therapy, the challenges of navigating autism diagnoses, and the role of alternative treatments and functional medicine. The conversation emphasizes the need for collaboration among professionals, the impact of social media in sharing experiences, and the evolving nature of speech therapy practices to better support children and families. In this conversation, Kacey, Megan, and Fatima explore the importance of grounding presence and co-regulation in therapy, the process of unlearning traditional methods, and the transformative power of spelling as a communication tool for non-speaking individuals. They emphasize the need for belief in a child's potential and the significance of holistic practices in therapy, sharing personal experiences and insights that highlight the emotional journey of parenting and professional practice. Connect with Kacey: Penfield Play Lab: https://penfieldplaylab.com/ IG and social media: @penfieldplaylab
