Advocating for the Field of Speech-Language Pathology: Our Turn to Talk with Lauren Hermann

Guest: Lauren Hermann, MS, CCC-SLP - This episode will focus on advocating for the field of Speech-Language Pathology. Lauren Hermann, MS, CCCC-SLP takes you on her journey from speech-language pathologist to advocate to author. She explores why the field of speech-language pathology is sometimes referred to jokingly as “the world’s best-kept secret,” and why many people aren’t aware of the full scope of practice. Lauren discusses ways SLPs can improve public understanding of the profession and collaborate with other disciplines. She shares advocacy success stories and provides practical advocacy ideas that the listener can use in their community and workplace.