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Episode 247: The Hard Work Is Worth It with Abbie Gacke, M.A. CCC-SLP, CLC, IBCLC
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This week's episode of The Untethered Podcast features Abbie Gacke, a speech-language pathologist, feeding specialist, board-certified lactation consultant, owner of Childworks Therapy Clinic, and a proud mother of three young boys.
Abbie has established her private practice with the fundamental belief that therapy should offer a safe, welcoming, and enjoyable environment for children to cultivate essential skills that enhance their daily lives.
Tune in as Hallie and Abbie talk about Abbie’s journey from working in a pediatric private practice to founding her own clinic. Their discussion dives into the challenges and rewards of building a private practice, touching on topics such as the significance of research, collaboration with other specialists, effective communication, and more!
If this episode has resonated with you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening, post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag Hallie @halliebulkin and Abbie @feedingbabes_slp
For more episodes visit www.untetheredpodcast.com
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