
About this episode
In this week’s episode we speak with two speech pathologists who have had major changes in 2023. Kim took the leap and started her own business, and Jen is just finishing her first year as a graduate speech pathologist. Some of the themes that came up in these interviews were regarding wellbeing, so we have also spoken to Mathew Walter, from Acacia EAP about the challenges of setting professional boundaries.
Speech Pathology Australia acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of lands, seas and waters throughout Australia, and pay respect to Elders past, present and future.
We recognise that the health and social and emotional wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are grounded in continued connection to culture, country, language and community and acknowledge that sovereignty was never ceded.
If this episode has brought up any concerns for you please consider reaching out to one of the below resources for support:
Lifeline 13 11 14
Beyond blue 1300 22 4636
Hear2Talk- a free service for NSW workers 1300 428 255
Australian government list of mental health contacts
Australian Psychological Society- find a psychologist
Resources:
Jen’s earlier podcast: https://soundcloud.com/speechpathologyaustralia/transitioning-into-the-workforce-supporting-new-graduates-s05-e06?si=9e986af2a5844593b1f89d5152f9d48a&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing
Acacia EAP: https://www.eapcounselling.com.au/
SPA member resources:
Private practice essentials: https://www.speechpathologyaustralia.org.au/Members/Members/Professional-practice/Professional-Resources/PPR/PPE.aspx?hkey=c15d4d21-9327-478b-92fa-2ec4300060a5
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