Ep. 97: All Things Teletherapy with Kristin Martinez
In this episode, Michelle interviews Kristin Martinez, the Senior Director of Teletherapy at AMN Healthcare, diving into all things teletherapy. They discuss how schools have been able to grow by bringing qualified therapists to students, along with the requirements, benefits, and advice they have for Teletherapy. Michelle and Kristin also discuss the advancements of technology, and more specifically, AMN Healthcare's new teletherapy platform, Televate, which offers a comprehensive solution for teletherapy, including case management functionality and a therapy room with integrated tools and features.
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Timestamps
00:00 Introduction to Teletherapy and AMN Healthcare
01:22 Defining Teletherapy and its Applications
03:13 Access and Equity in Teletherapy Services
08:36 Transitioning to Teletherapy: Skills and Training
18:08 Engaging Students and the Benefits of Teletherapy
19:07 Introducing Televate: AMN Healthcare's Teletherapy Platform
About Kristin
Kristin Martinez has over 20 years experience in school-based speech-language pathology and brings her past decade of expertise in clinical teletherapy implementation, best practices, and thought leadership to AMN as Senior Director of Teletherapy. Joining AMN in 2023, Kristin is dedicated to leveraging her deep knowledge of school-based services, and her passion for ensuring access and equity for all children, to lead AMN's team in partnering with schools nationwide to develop impactful and sustainable teletherapy programs.
About Michelle
Michelle Gage, MA CCC-SLP, embarked on her journey in speech-language pathology during her undergraduate studies at the University of Mississippi, where she also worked at North Mississippi Regional Center, gaining invaluable experience in various therapy approaches. Following her Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Central Florida, she has dedicated 25 years to empowering children and families in improving language skills and overall development. Currently residing in Mississippi, Michelle extends her expertise through telehealth services. Additionally, she proudly serves as the host of the SLP Full Disclosure podcast.
Outside of her professional commitments, Michelle is the proud mother of Mia, an accomplished middle school math teacher and all-around amazing human. In her leisure time, she indulges in her love for travel and cherishes moments spent with family and friends.
