Summary: <p>What if you could create a private practice that served the population you’re passionate about and allowed you to serve as a consultant, author, speaker or parent education and empowerment coach?</p><br><p>It is possible to do more and think bigger - personally and professionally!</p><br><p>I am talking all about this today with my guest, Crystal Sanford, from Sanford Autism Consulting.</p><br><p>Crystal has been in the field of Speech Therapy for 20 years. Her areas of experience include social language disorders, language/articulation disorders as well as communication assessments and treatment for individuals with Autism. She also enjoys her leadership experiences in the field, such as mentoring Speech-Language Pathologists who are beginning their careers.</p><br><p>Crystal became acquainted with Autism in a new way when her daughter was diagnosed with Autism. In 2016, Crystal was inspired to open Sanford Autism Consulting, a place where other Autism and special needs moms could find clarity, support, and HOPE for their IEP journey.</p><p> </p><br><p><strong>In Today's Episode, We Discuss:</strong></p><p><br></p><ul> <li>The importance and need for parent education</li> <li>Different ways SLPS can increase their impact</li> <li>What to do when you realize that you can do more</li> <li>Advice for those that want to chart a different path as a private practitioner</li> </ul><p><br></p><p>I hope that you were able to think of ways that you can make a bigger impact on a population that you care deeply about during this episode.</p><br><p>It is so important that you don’t limit yourself!</p><br><p>We're going to reopen the doors to the Start Your Private Practice System soon! If you want help starting your speech therapy private practice, head on over to <a href="http://www.startyourprivatepractice.com/waitlist" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.startyourprivatepractice.com/waitlist</a> . You will be notified as soon as we open the doors again! I cannot wait to help you.</p><br><p>Also, if you want to hear all about the ins and outs of private practice as well as some big mistakes that you should avoid, watch my free training at <a href="https://www.startyourprivatepractice.com/webinar" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.startyourprivatepractice.com/webinar</a>.</p><br><p><strong>Resources Mentioned: </strong></p><br><p>Sanford Autism Consulting Website: <a href="https://www.sdautismhelp.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.sdautismhelp.com</a></p><p><a href="https://facebook.com/sdautismhelp" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Connect with Crystal on Facebook</a></p><p><a href="https://instagram.com/sanfordautism" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Follow Crystal on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Not-Just-Nannies-Families-Caregiver/dp/1735763209/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1LWD6V3I5IKUC&dchild=1&keywords=not+just+for+nannies&qid=1602511940&sprefix=not+just+for+nannies%2Caps%2C261&sr=8-1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Not Just for Nannies: Special Families Caregiver Manual</a></p><p><a href="https://youtube.com/channel/UC70enlrXG8fhFMPrRg_aHmw" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Crystal’s Podcast: Thriving Special Families</a></p><p><a href="https://www.sdautismhelp.com/consultant.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">IEP Consultant Biz Builder Program</a></p><p><a href="https://www.startyourprivatepractice.com/webinar" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Free Training: How to Start Your Private Practice</a></p><p><a href="https://www.startyourprivatepractice.com/waitlist" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Start Your Private Practice Waitlist</a></p><br><p><strong>Where We Can Connect: </strong></p><br><p><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/private-practice-success-stories/id1374716199" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Subscribe to the Podcast</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/independentclinician/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Follow Me on Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/Jena-Castro-Casbon-1660895807286998/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Follow Me on Facebook</a></p><p><br></p><br><hr><p style="color:grey;font-size:0.75em;"> See <a style="color:grey;" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://acast.com/privacy">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p>
