“Is This Normal?” This is the question I get asked the most often at my office, at social events, and just about any time someone finds out what my occupation is. The good news is, I love what I do and I don’t mind answering that question at all! There is such a wide range…
Meet Ali an ASHA certified Speech Language Pathologist. I earned both my undergraduate degree in Communication Disorders and my master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology from Central Michigan University. Over the course of her career she has worked in a variety of settings, including: public schools, pediatric outpatient hospital clinics, and private practice. Experience in…
Small talk is getting bigger! Please join us in welcoming Ali to our Northern Virginia Small Talk team. Ali Pettit is an ASHA certified Speech Language Pathologist. She has experience working in a variety of settings, including: public schools, pediatric outpatient hospital clinics, and private practice. Learn more about Ali
A great program to help your child learn to ride a bike! They have adaptive bikes and have taught many of my clients how to ride! Link: iCanShine
This is a great group with an amazing Therapist! https://www.facebook.com/events/391953571550578/
I had to share this inspiring story! Young man with Down syndrome thrills studio audience on ‘The Greatest Dancer’ Andrew Self, 21, appeared in the first episode of the UK’s “The Greatest Dancer,” and brought both judges and audience to tears with his audition. “Having Down syndrome, it doesn’t stop me from doing anything,” Self…
We’ve Moved! Small Talk is excited to show you our new digs. We have moved to a new location in Herndon, VA (just a few minutes away from our old office in Reston). The new space is conveniently located just a few hundred yards away from Fairfax County Parkway and VA 267 Toll Road. Address:…
Now Certified in Rapid Prompting Method (RPM) I am delighted to say that recently became certified in Rapid Prompting Method (RPM). RPM is a means for improving academic success and communication for persons with autism and similar disorders. RPM uses prompting to initiate a student’s independent response, without physical support. In addition to teaching letter-chart…