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Despite my stuttering… |
Participants in the June intensive therapy program first share how their stuttering makes them feel and then share information about themselves that is true despite their stuttering. These guys have been truly courageous throughout the first two weeks of the program and are now heading into the home stretch.
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Four Questions: The Pros and Cons of Stuttering and Fluency |
In the third week of each intensive therapy program, we have the participants contemplate and answer the following questions:
Today, the participants will share their lists, and we’ll discuss the matter in a group. It’s always an interesting discussion, and it’s one of the ways that we encourage our clients to embark on a journey of self-exploration as they prepare to re-enter their lives with new speech management strategies and new perspective.
photo: steven n fettig
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Joe prepares for an interview |
In an individual therapy session at AIS, Joe prepares for an interview by reviewing his vocal fold management strategies and then role playing the interview with his speech therapist, Carl. Of course, Joe is hopeful that he gets the gig, but understands this will be great practice for upcoming interviews if it doesn’t work out in his favor this time.
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Simon Boughey visits with the AIS Blog. |
We’re blessed to have served so many wonderful people. In this post, British actor and writer Simon Boughey shares about his history and friendship with the American Institute for Stuttering. Thanks Simon, for taking the time out to see us, whenever you’re here in NYC.
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Roisin talks about stuttering and work |
We continue to follow AIS client Roisin as she leads up to the August intensive program. Last time, she explained why she chose to do an intensive program at AIS. This week, she talks about stuttering at her new job at a hospital.
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