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Aphasia Access Conversations

Aphasia Access
Aphasia
Group Treatment
Communication Skills
Stroke Recovery
Community Support
Psychosocial Well-Being
Boston University
Aphasia Treatment Program
NIDCD
Mental Health
Speech-Language Pathology
National Aphasia Synergy
Acquired Brain Injury
Social Media
Communication Access
Aphasia-Friendly Reading Approach
Friendship
Breast Cancer
Mathematics
Health Advocacy

Aphasia Access Conversations brings you the latest aphasia resources, tips, and a-ha moments from Life Participation professionals who deliver way more than stroke and aphasia facts. Topics include aphasia group treatment ideas, communication access strategies, plus ways to grow awareness and funds for your group aphasia therapy program. ​This podcast is produced by Aphasia Access. Search our cour... more

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Latest Episodes

Episode 138

When One Plus One Equals Three:

A Conversation with National Aphasia Synergy

In this episode you will discover:

1. People with aphasia hold the map. At NAS, people with aphasia don't just have a seat at the table — they built the ... more

In this episode you will discover:

• Identity Is Shaped in Interaction — Narrative identity forms and reforms through relationships and stories shared with others — making connection a core ingredient of recovery, not a bonus

• Visual Methods U... more

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Lyssa Rome is a speech-language pathologist in the San Francisco Bay Area. She is on staff at the Aphasia Center of California, where she facilitates groups for people with aphasia and their care partners. She owns an LPAA-focused ... more

This episode features Mark Harder, an individual with aphasia who has developed numerous programs to engage individuals with aphasia in returning to meaningful life activities. Mark shared his personal experience with aphasia following a stroke and h... more

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Recent Guests

Trish Hambridge
President and founder of National Aphasia Synergy
National Aphasia Synergy (NAS)
Episode: Episode 138: When One Plus One Equals Three: A Conversation with National Aphasia Synergy
Amy Walters
Vice president of National Aphasia Synergy
National Aphasia Synergy
Episode: Episode 138: When One Plus One Equals Three: A Conversation with National Aphasia Synergy
Rianne Brinkman
Speech-language pathologist and linguist exploring identity changes in aphasia
Hansa University of Applied Sciences; University of Humanistic Studies
Episode: Episode 137: Who Am I Now? Narrative Identity with Rianne Brinkman
Jessica Obermeyer
Assistant Professor in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro; researcher focusing on discourse production in aphasia
University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Episode: Episode 136: Treating Discourse with Jessica Obermeyer
Mark Harder
Aphasia advocate, poet, and co-founder of the Mid-Atlantic Aphasia Conference
Mid-Atlantic Aphasia Conference
Episode: Episode 135: From Technical Manuals to Poetry: In Conversation with Mark Harder
Dr. Mackenzie Fama
Speech language pathologist and assistant professor of speech, language, and hearing sciences at the George Washington University
George Washington University
Episode: Episode 134: Inner Speech and Aphasia with Mackenzie Fama
Jose Centeno
Professor in the Speech-Language Pathology Program at Rutgers University
Rutgers University
Episode: Episode 133: Diversity Beyond Race with Jose Centeno
Dr. Liz Hoover
Clinical professor of speech, language, and hearing sciences at Boston University and clinical director of the Aphasia Resource Center
Boston University
Episode: Episode 132: Group Treatment with Dr. Liz Hoover
Hillary Sample
Speech-language pathologist, educator and co-creator of MedConcerns
Cleveland State University
Episode: Episode 130: A tool for sneaky good interprofessional learning and collaboration: In Conversation with Hillary Sample and Dr. Steven Richman

Hosts

Katie Strong
Host of Aphasia Access Conversations; faculty member at Central Michigan University; facilitates discussions on advocacy, peer-led programs, and survivor-centered approaches.
Lyssa Rome
Host and clinician-researcher focusing on aphasia care and survivor-led initiatives.
Jerry Hoepner
Co-host and advocate coordinating conversations around aphasia access and community programs.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 38 ratings
  • Excellent conversation

    Greatly appreciate hearing Dr Azios contextual her work. Fantastic insights.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rleen4
    United States5 years ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The show highlights tools and programs that listeners can apply in real-world settings.
Stories from diverse guests emphasize survivor-led approaches and community impact.
Evidence-based insights are paired with personal journeys to motivate action.
Content balances rigorous discussion with accessible storytelling, aiding both practitioners and advocates.
Guests are experts who translate research into practical, implementable strategies.

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Episode 136: Treating Discourse with Jessica Obermeyer
Q: What do you see as the next steps for making discourse-focused treatment more accessible?
Dr. Obermeyer talks about expanding training and perceptual rating tools, exploring assistive technologies to support writing, and developing scalable methods that allow clinicians to implement discourse-based interventions without excessive time burdens.
Episode 136: Treating Discourse with Jessica Obermeyer
Q: What are the practical considerations for clinicians when implementing ARCS-W in everyday therapy?
The discussion highlights the need to balance treatment intensity with clinicians' productivity demands, the flexibility of ARCS-W to adapt to different texts and modalities, and ongoing efforts to train clinicians efficiently to rate discourse and integrate writing into routine practice.
Episode 136: Treating Discourse with Jessica Obermeyer
Q: Can you tell us about the origins of ARCS and how it evolved into ARCS-W?
She explains that ARCS originated with work by Yvonne Rogalski and Lisa Edmonds, initially designed for primary progressive aphasia and then extended to other aphasia types; ARCS-W adds a written component to emphasize planning, monitoring, and the cognitive aspects of discourse, integrating both spoken and written modalities.
Episode 136: Treating Discourse with Jessica Obermeyer
Q: How did you get into this field and was there an aha moment that led you to aphasia research?
Dr. Obermeyer describes a gradual awakening to aphasia research while pursuing her PhD, driven by a passion for working with adults with neurogenic language disorders and a particular interest in discourse as a central, meaningful area of study.
Episode 135: From Technical Manuals to Poetry: In Conversation with Mark Harder
Q: What made you want to start groups and advocate for others and advocate for yourself? What was the inspiration?
The motivation stemmed from a desire to contribute meaningfully and continue helping others, even after losing the ability to work as he once did.

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Listeners can expect thoughtful, research-informed discussions around life participation for people with aphasia, with a strong emphasis on survivor-led advocacy, clinical practice, and community programs. Episodes frequently explore howpeer-led models, group treatment, discourse and inner speech, identity work, and innovative tools (like MedConcerns) improve real-world communication and participation. A standout aspect is the ongoing collaboration between clinicians, researchers, and people with aphasia, plus a clear focus on training, scalability, and practical resources for practitioners and programs. The show often features personal survivor stories alongside practical program insights, making it valuable for clinicians, researchers, ed... more

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1. Trish Hambridge
2. Amy Walters
3. Rianne Brinkman
4. Jessica Obermeyer
5. Mark Harder
6. Dr. Mackenzie Fama
7. Jose Centeno
8. Dr. Liz Hoover

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