Are you a clinician looking to find the balance between providing compassionate client care and business agility for your mental health practice? Tune in for all things YOU need to know to start or grow your practice and better serve clients across the board. Topics range from back-office fundamentals, professional networking and teletherapy to current brain science modalities, LGBTQ inclusion and more. Join your host, Margo Jacquot, PsyD, a long time veteran and business owner of The Junipe ...
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Talking Teletherapy is a limited weekly webinar series and podcast. The hosts and guests dissect the ins and outs of teletherapy for Speech-Language Pathologists. Each episode dives into new topics with expert guests to help equip therapists with all the skills needed to succeed in this rapidly changing environment. Each Talking Teletherapy webinar is registered for .1 ASHA CEU and free for basic and professional subscribers of Speech Therapy PD
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Each season of the SLP Learning Hour we release a new miniseries, all dedicated to going in-depth on a different speech therapy topic. Hear from a variety of hosts and guests who are leaders in the field as they discuss topics including: stuttering, AAC, sports concussion, teletherapy, ethics, and more! Each episode of SLP Learning Hour is worth .1 ASHA CEU when you complete the accompanying course through Speech Therapy PD.
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Psychotherapy and Applied Psychology is hosted by Dr. Dan Cox, a professor at the University of British Columbia. This show delivers engaging discussions with the world's foremost research experts for listeners interested in or practicing psychotherapy or counseling to provide expert insights and practical advice into mental health, psychotherapy practice, and clinical training. This podcast provides valuable insights whether you are interested in psychotherapy, an applied psychology discipl ...
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A collection of WHRO feature news including WHRO stories, interviews and in-depth reporting from Southeastern Virginia.
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My name is Jena Castro-Casbon, MS CCC-SLP (of The Independent Clinician and The Private Practice Solution). I am part of a group of private practitioners who have taken client care into our own hands. We are skilled clinicians who pride ourselves on providing high-quality care to our clients and their families. We are fighting against productivity requirements, administrative red tape and unnecessary restrictions. We started our own private practices to take control of our professional and p ...
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A podcast dedicated to answering the question: What is Communication? Marie, Matt, Michelle, Michael, and Rachel are all licensed and certified Speech and Language Pathologists. They break down the latest in Speech and Language Therapy, interview leaders in the field, and apply evidence-based practice to their discussions.
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Advice and suggestions for people with recent onset disabilities or chronic illnesses on how to handle life and all the little things that no one thinks to tell you about beforehand.
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Two therapists walk into a bar. You get to listen, but with better audio. The Psych Guys are here to dig into the questions everyone is wondering but no one is willing to ask out loud. Join Lukin Center therapist Timothy Meyer and founder Dr. Konstantin Lukin to glean practical tips and insights that will help you expand your understanding of yourself, therapy, and the world around you. Listen in on fresh takes on topics in cutting-edge neuroscience to witty exchanges on relationships, gende ...
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Teletherapy Success Stories: Lessons from a Fully Virtual Practice with Christina Burnham
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42:22What if you could create a private practice that fits your lifestyle, allows you to work from anywhere, and gives you the freedom to serve families in a way that truly works? That’s exactly what Christina Burnham did when she founded CloudSpeech, a fully virtual teletherapy practice serving clients across multiple states. Christina is a bilingual s…
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Virginia Beach City Public Schools is making free, unlimited teletherapy a reality for some students
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1:07Nearly 40% of Virginia high school students report persistent sadness or hopelessness, and school counselors say anxiety and depression continue to rise.By WHRO Public Media
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The Real State of Private Practice As We Head into 2026 (And What It Means for You) with Jena Castro-Casbon
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14:09What if private practice wasn’t about escaping burnout — but about creating stability, flexibility, and breathing room in an increasingly unpredictable world? This year, many clinicians felt the pressure. Workloads increased while pay stayed the same. Financial uncertainty lingered. And more people began asking a hard but honest question: Is this s…
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Genetic testing reveals shrimp fraud among Outer Banks restaurants
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0:45Many Outer Banks restaurants claim to serve American wild-caught shrimp. But new DNA testing reveals what’s actually on their plates.By WHRO Public Media
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South Korean manufacturer plans to build a $689 million complex in Chesapeake
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0:52The new complex will create more than 430 jobs and produce components essential for power grids, electric motors and advanced weapons systems.By WHRO Public Media
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Gun violence in Virginia is mainly concentrated in just a few cities — including those in Hampton Roads, a new report shows
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0:54Gun violence affects residents, local schools and the economy.By WHRO Public Media
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Suffolk punts on 497-unit Riversbend rezoning until February
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0:54Residents who oppose the project say it will worsen traffic and overburden schools.By WHRO Public Media
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From Colleagues to Community: How Genuine Support Transforms Clinical Work with Nick Bognar
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35:08Send us a text In this episode of The Mental Health Business Mentor, we explore what happens when therapists move beyond working in isolation and start building true community with one another. Our guest, Nick Bognar, MFT, shares why authentic, nourishing relationships among clinicians aren’t just nice to have—they’re essential for sustaining our w…
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After 25 years in Newport News, women’s substance use treatment program reopens updated site
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1:06Substance use disorders remain a leading cause of preventable illness and death in Virginia. Local providers are working to expand treatment options.By WHRO Public Media
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Turning a Passion for Singing Into a Career as a Voice Specialist with a Thriving Lifestyle Private Practice with Rachel Goldenberg
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33:41Have you ever wondered if your love for music and voice could turn into a thriving private practice? Today’s guest shows us it’s possible—and how to do it while keeping flexibility and control over your life. Joining me is Rachel Goldenberg, a speech-language pathologist, clinical voice specialist, and singing teacher based in Montclair, New Jersey…
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Williamsburg to review off-campus rental certification program draft in January
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0:47Changes made after meetings with residents and landlords; majority don’t feel the program will do what the city intends.By WHRO Public Media
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Williamsburg approves $1 million to continue downtown library design
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0:54The city expects to have the maximum price for the project once this phase of design is completed.By WHRO Public Media
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A virtual line, rapid scans and same-day results: Chesapeake Regional opens new outpatient facility
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1:02Residents in southern Chesapeake and northeastern North Carolina now have a closer option for urgent care and advanced imaging.By WHRO Public Media
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Police are asking the public to help identity him.By WHRO Public Media
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The Board of Supervisors approved $46 million to begin electrical work, lay concrete and pre-order steel.By WHRO Public Media
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Large solar farms in Virginia can produce ‘rapid’ stormwater runoff, researchers find
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0:50Virginia Tech’s preliminary report is part of a six-year study funded by the state.By WHRO Public Media
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A regional fund could encourage airline companies to launch direct international flights from Norfolk International Airport.By WHRO Public Media
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Newport News Shipbuilding lays the keel for new sub while looking toward Aukus
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0:42An Australian delegation was in Newport News to watch the keel-laying ceremony for the latest Virginia Class submarine today [Tuesday].It’s a day after the US moved forward with the AUKUS shipbuilding pact. WHRO Military Reporter Steve Walsh has the story.By WHRO Public Media
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Latest generation of Da Vinci surgical robots now working on lung cancer patients in Chesapeake
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1:06Lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer death in Virginia, and some communities in Hampton Roads — including nearby rural areas — face persistent challenges in diagnosis and access to specialty care.By WHRO Public Media
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An annual tree lighting is held in the gateway to rural communities in Virginia Beach.By WHRO Public Media
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Federal cuts are taking a toll on the Great Dismal Swamp, local officials say
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0:53Cuts to staff and funding are hampering public access and education, according to a nonprofit that works closely with the refuge.By WHRO Public Media
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The city’s proposed community improvements program includes several school replacements, highway upgrades, other projects during the next 10 years.By WHRO Public Media
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Emotional Arousal & Meaning Making with Dr. Antonio Pascual-Leone
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54:20Dr. Antonio Pascual-Leone picks up from last episode to discuss the intricate relationship between emotional arousal and therapeutic processes. He emphasizes the importance of understanding emotional arousal not just as a standalone phenomenon but as a part of a broader context that includes meaning-making and narrative. Then, Dan and Dr. Pascual-L…
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Advocates say they’re bracing for the local housing crisis to get even worse in 2026.By WHRO Public Media
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Virginia researchers help track migrating monarch butterflies in more detail than ever
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0:58An international collaboration to track individual monarchs kicked off this fall, including James Madison University.By WHRO Public Media
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Building a Small Town Practice to Help Both Her Community AND Her Own Family with Alaina Verkinnes
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37:57Have you ever wondered how starting your own private practice could bring vital services to families who need them most? Today’s guest proves that with determination, planning, and support, it’s not only possible—it can be life-changing for your community. Joining me is Alaina Verkinnes, a speech language pathologist and owner of Minnesota Speech T…
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Riverside’s new Smithfield Hospital brings emergency care to rural Western Tidewater
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1:04State officials say a new hospital in Isle of Wight County will not only shorten long travel times for rural residents, but also help reduce healthcare costs across the region.By WHRO Public Media
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A Navy investigation released Thursday [DEC 4] says crews could have largely prevented four accidents involving the USS Truman Strike group during its time in the Red Sea earlier this year. WHRO Military Reporter Steve Walsh has the story.By WHRO Public Media
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Virginia ranks high in self-reported health care experience, but new survey shows even top states barely pass
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1:07Years of rising insurance premiums and medical prices have put growing pressure on families nationwide.By WHRO Public Media
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It’s the third flight to the Caribbean out of Norfolk added within the last year and a half.By WHRO Public Media
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Young Voices, Big Needs: Why It’s Time to Prioritize Youth Mental Health with Stacy Schaffer
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36:17Send us a text In this episode of The Mental Health Business Mentor, Dr. Margo Jacquot sits with Stacy Schaffer to shine a spotlight on a population that is too often overlooked in clinical practice: children and teens. Stacy shares why prioritizing youth mental health isn’t just beneficial for young clients—it’s essential for the long-term well-be…
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North Carolina officials push Congress to help take down risky Outer Banks homes — before they collapse
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1:06Proposed legislation would allow the National Flood Insurance Program to pay out pre-disaster.By WHRO Public Media
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Unraveling Emotional Change with Dr. Antonio Pascual-Leone
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53:58Welcome back! Dan is joined once again by Dr. Antonio Pascual-Leone, clinical psychologist and professor of psychology at the University of Windsor, Canada. In this episode, Dr. Pascual-Leone emphasizes the importance of empirical research over hunches in developing therapeutic approaches. He covers the non-linear process of writing a book, the fiv…
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A new proposal for a retail cannabis market in Virginia aims to prioritize small businesses and economic justice
People are concerned the new proposal still gives larger outfits an advantage over small businesses and farmers.By WHRO Public Media
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President Donald Trump’s shift in federal housing policy means some organizations providing housing assistance have to quickly change how their programs operate in order to qualify for federal funding.By WHRO Public Media
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Chesapeake Bay leaders approve revised restoration agreement, recommitting through 2040
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1:06Environmental groups say the update falls short on several targets, but is critical to moving forward with a shared vision.By WHRO Public Media
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Warner, a Democrat, has held his U.S. Senate seat since 2009.By WHRO Public Media
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ODU professor receives $2 million NIH grant to improve treatment for deadly brain tumors
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0:52An ODU professor is using AI to help doctors identify glioblastoma, a fast-growing and often recurring cancer, without invasive biopsies.By WHRO Public Media
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Christmas trees might be more expensive this year, but growers say high supply will stave off huge hikes
The best way to keep your bill down in Hampton Roads? Buy local.By WHRO Public Media
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No Connections, No Problem: Launching a Private Practice in a Brand-New Community with Courtney Welch
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31:56What if moving to a new town could be the perfect opportunity to start over—not just personally, but professionally? That’s exactly what Courtney Welch, founder of Champion Speech Therapy in North Port, Florida, did when she decided to take control of her career and open her own private practice. Courtney is a speech-language pathologist and owner …
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The council discussed issues with political signs at polling locations on public property.By WHRO Public Media
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Council compensation hasn’t changed in nearly two decades, but some felt the timing isn’t right.By WHRO Public Media
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Hampton Roads has unique strengths that will be in high demand in the coming years, economists say
A new regional plan proposes how Hampton Roads can take advantage of its strengths and grow the local economy over the next 10 to 20 years.By WHRO Public Media
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Start Peninsula is one resource to help those starting small businesses test their idea and connect with local mentors.By WHRO Public Media
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Expanded Hampton Roads pipeline now pumping natural gas
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0:50Canada-based TC Energy announced this week that the pipeline, which runs through Suffolk and Chesapeake, is officially in service.By WHRO Public Media
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