Season 2 Episode 3: Dispelling Myths about Telepractice and Telling Hard Truths About Independent Contracting as a School SLP: How Brittany Musholt Redefined Her Role On Her Terms

Written By Ronnisha Scott
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In this episode of the Unfiltered IEPs, host Colleen welcomes Brittany Musholt, a pediatric SLP, business owner, mom and author, to discuss the realities of working in school-based speech therapy, including ethical tensions, staff burnout, contracting vs. direct hire, and innovative approaches to service delivery like telepractice. Brittany shares her insights on advocating for system change, supporting neurodiverse learners, and fostering caregiver engagement through literacy practices.

Key Takeaways:

  • The ethical tensions between student needs and systemic limitations in schools

  • How low wages and high caseloads impact SLP wellbeing and retention

  • The benefits and challenges of independent contracting versus traditional employment

  • Strategies for advocating at the district and policy levels

  • The role of telehealth and SLPA utilization in expanding service capacity

  • Building trust and connection with families in virtual settings

  • The importance of literacy and caregiver education in supporting speech and language development

  • Tips for creating inclusive, family-centered IEP meetings

  • Brittany’s journey as a small business owner and children’s book author!

You can find Brittany: 

https://www.instagram.com/brittmooseslp/

You can her book, A Tail of Empathy: Rocky Gains a Brother on Amazon:

Also mentioned: Elise Mitchell with https://www.thetherapistsupportnetwork.com/

Ronnisha Scott
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