Judy Southey

Join speech-language pathologist Judy Southey as she unpacks the intricacies of the Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS). She reveals common misconceptions, such as the meaning of the acronym, and clarifies how to effectively implement PECS to promote verbal behavior. Judy discusses the importance of proper AAC evaluations and dispels myths about prerequisites for PECS use. Discover practical tips for each training phase, the significance of family involvement, and the balance between photo-based and symbol communication. It's a needed guide for enhancing functional language!