Episode #214: Using Technology To Streamline Therapy Services with Dr. Givona Sandiford

Dr. Givona Sandiford is a friend, colleague, and speech-language pathologist with nearly 20 years of experience and a passion for innovation. As the founder of Melospeech, Dr. Givona is transforming the field by introducing technology-driven tools that help SLPs streamline their workflows, increase efficiency, and even boost their income. Her forward-thinking approach has made her a trailblazer, inspiring professionals to embrace new ways of working while maintaining balance in their lives.

On the day of this recording, Melospeech released their latest innovation, The Communication Milestone Screening Protocol: Birth to Five (CMSP:B-5). A tech program designed for SLPs and early intervention professionals, this tool simplifies the process of screening communication milestones for children, producing a detailed report in under 10 minutes. It’s a game-changer for those looking to maximize their impact, offering timely support to more children while saving valuable time. Dr. Givona explains how tools like this don’t replace the work of SLPs but act as powerful assistants, allowing professionals to focus on what matters most—providing care.

Throughout the conversation, Dr. Givona reminds us that working harder and longer is not a badge of honor. Instead, the true goal behind her work is to achieve meaningful results while enjoying a balanced life filled with time for family and loved ones. Whether you are highly invested in the latest tech innovations or you haven’t even tried public access AI like ChatGPT, you have to hear this chat with Dr. Givona and learn how technology can enhance your practice and bring your work-life balance to the next level!

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Today’s Guest:

Dr. Givona Sandiford, a licensed and nationally certified speech-language pathologist, has spent nearly two decades advancing speech therapy through innovative technology. She founded Melospeech Inc. during the Covid-19 pandemic, providing specialized speech therapy to infants, toddlers, and youths with disabilities, both online and in the community. With a passion for tech, Dr. Sandiford developed her first educational app in 2012 and has since led the creation of tools that improve access to therapy services. Under her leadership, Melospeech:registered: has grown across multiple regions, supported by a talented team of over 50 professionals. Her work has earned her recognition with awards like the 2024 Gold Stevie Award for Tech-Innovator of the Year as well as features in magazines such as Forbes, Inc.com, and Cosmopolitan. Dr. Sandiford is also a Certified ScrumMaster® and Certified Autism Specialist, showcasing her commitment to integrating technology with quality care. As part of her ongoing mission to integrate technology into speech therapy, Dr. Sandiford and her team at Melospeech Inc are preparing to launch The SLPeaceBot™ , a tool designed to streamline services for SLP professionals, with the first 5,000 receiving free access through a crowdfunded initiative.

What’s Inside:

• What are soft skills?
• The importance of building rapport for communication.
• How new BCBAs can increase soft skills.

Mentioned In This Episode

• Melospeech
• ABA Speech: Home
• Join the aba speech connection membership

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