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Virtually Vital: Building Connection Beyond Proximity in School-Based Telepractice
Overview
Connection, not technology, is what defines excellence in school-based telepractice. This engaging webinar helps telepractitioners strengthen their ability to build trust, credibility, and meaningful therapeutic alliances in a virtual environment. Participants will explore the concept of digital rapport, examining how empathy, authority, and authenticity translate through the screen. We will also discuss how intentional virtual presence and workspace design influence engagement and perceptions of professionalism. Designed for clinicians ready to move beyond the mechanics of online service delivery, this session offers practical strategies for cultivating deep, authentic connections, proving that impact is not limited by distance.
What You'll Learn
- Define the evolution of school-based telepractice and explain how prioritizing therapeutic alliance supports sustainable virtual services.
- Analyze common myths about virtual service delivery using evidence-based data and apply strategies to strengthen rapport and student engagement online.
- Evaluate techniques for digital rapport and collaborative engagement, and design interactive virtual experiences that promote participation and reinforce facilitator-provider partnerships.
Introductory Level
0.1 ASHA CEUs
Meet the Speakers
Samantha Torres
M.S., CCC-SLP
Samantha is a bilingual speech-language pathologist with a strong background in assisting culturally and linguistically diverse school-age children facing a range of communication disorders. Samantha has demonstrated expertise in both in-person education settings and telepractice. Currently serving as a clinical manager at VocoVision, Samantha offers valuable clinical support and fosters collaboration among telepractitioners, enabling them to deliver exceptional services to students with disabilities.
Samantha Torres receives financial compensation as an employee of VocoVision.
Samantha Torres has no financial relationships to disclose.
Evelyn Witting
M.S., CCC-SLP
Evelyn Witting is an experienced speech language pathologist who has served students from pre-k to 21 years old both in person and virtually for 7 years. Evelyn is passionate about implementing evidence based practices with AAC users, special education law, and supporting neurodivergent learners.
Evelyn Witting receives financial compensation as an employee of VocoVision.
Evelyn Witting has no financial relationships to disclose.
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