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Communication challenges and tips during the COVID-19 pandemic

Communication Challenges and Tips During the COVID-19 Pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on our lives, including our communication with others. Although mask wearing has proven essential for reducing the spread of COVID-19, masks have made it more difficult to converse with others. The pandemic has resulted in fewer opportunities for social interaction, which can take a toll on our communication and overall wellness. Communication… Read More »Communication Challenges and Tips During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Mindful moment from an SLP

Mindful Moment: From the Office of an SLP

One of the distinguishing features of our practice at Lotus Speech & Wellness is that we incorporate principles of mindfulness into our speech therapy sessions. This may sound interesting in theory, but what exactly does that mean?  Working to achieve functional gains is one of the primary goals of therapy, however we as therapists must slow down to ensure we… Read More »Mindful Moment: From the Office of an SLP

Musings from Mount Katahdin

Musings from Mount Katahdin

A common item on many Mainers’ “Bucket Lists” is to hike Katahdin. Mount Katahdin is the highest mountain in Maine, and the northern terminus of the Appalachian Trail. It is located in Baxter State Park in Millinocket, Maine, on the land of the Penobscot Nation. I recently hiked Katahdin with my husband, sister, and brother-in-law, and have since found myself… Read More »Musings from Mount Katahdin

Meet Caitlin Chambers of Lotus Speech & Wellness

Meet the Owners of Lotus Speech & Wellness, LLC: Caitlin

Welcome to the second installment of ‘Meet the Owners’. Our last post introduced you to Katherine, and today we’re focusing on the other owner of Lotus Speech & Wellness, Caitlin Chambers.   Caitlin is a licensed speech-language pathologist (SLP) and Certified Brain Injury Specialist (CBIS), as well as a certified mindfulness meditation instructor. Like Katherine, Caitlin completed a Master’s in Communication… Read More »Meet the Owners of Lotus Speech & Wellness, LLC: Caitlin

Meet Katherine Noyes of Lotus Speech & Wellness

Meet the Owners of Lotus Speech & Wellness, LLC: Katherine

Katherine Noyes is a licensed speech-language pathologist (SLP), certified brain injury specialist (CBIS), and registered yoga teacher (RYT). She earned her Master’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) Institute of Health Professions in 2011. She has worked as an SLP in both inpatient and outpatient medical settings, as well as in the public schools… Read More »Meet the Owners of Lotus Speech & Wellness, LLC: Katherine

reading on vacation at the beach

Vacationing after brain injury: Tips to make your time away more enjoyable

Summertime is in full swing, and here in New England, that means we’ve hit peak vacation season. Whether you prefer a seaside getaway or time spent hiking in the mountains, we can all agree some time away can be just what you need to refresh and renew. During the summer months, I often spend time talking with my clients about… Read More »Vacationing after brain injury: Tips to make your time away more enjoyable

Infographic how yoga supports communication and cognition

Free Download: How Yoga & Mindfulness Support Communication & Cognitive Skills after Brain Injury

Are you curious how yoga and mindfulness can support communication and cognitive skills in brain injury recovery? Click here for a free download of our new infographic, “How Yoga & Mindfulness Support Communication & Cognitive Skills.” This easy-to-read resource describes some of the key cognitive-linguistic areas that can benefit from yoga and mindfulness, including: Attention Memory Executive Function Receptive and… Read More »Free Download: How Yoga & Mindfulness Support Communication & Cognitive Skills after Brain Injury

What is teletherapy like? Image of laptop computer with Katherine and client on Google Meet.

What is Teletherapy like?

Teletherapy, or telepractice, is online speech therapy. Our speech-language pathology services are provided online via teletherapy, which means you can access from anywhere! Our services are currently available to residents of Maine and Massachusetts. You likely already have everything you need to participate in teletherapy. All you need is: A computer (or tablet) Internet access Webcam (which is usually built… Read More »What is Teletherapy like?

June is Aphasia Awareness Month - National Aphasia Association

Speech Therapy for Aphasia

Aphasia is a communication disorder affecting more than two million people in the United States. The American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA) defines aphasia as “an acquired neurogenic language disorder resulting from an injury to the brain – most typically, the left hemisphere.” Continue reading to learn more about speech therapy for aphasia. What does aphasia look like? Aphasia varies… Read More »Speech Therapy for Aphasia