VLOG | DITL of a Bilingual Speech-Language Pathologist

[@TiffanyA1025]

Your videos help me envision my life as a speech pathologist. Can't wait! Love your aesthetic by the way!

[@mrsmollymo]

Thank you so much for taking the time to make videos! I am on the path to becoming an SLP, and I love to see what it’s like in real life! Would love to see a therapy room/office tour!

[@angelicabocanegra]

I'm an undergrad SLP student and I'm so thankful for your videos!

[@crystal2016]

I just started my path to SLP and I sincerely hope you continue doing these!!!!

[@kennayproctor9171]

So happy you're back! Excited for the room tour!

[@caityacosta9492]

Love your videos! You should do a video about the praxis exam! An all things praxis video. It would be really helpful for me to know what kind of prep books or things you used.

[@TESCO518]

I would love to know how/when you prep for a variety of clients and also your method of taking data. Thanks ☺

[@BreeezySmiles]

I love watching your DITL videos! I'm going into my 2nd year in graduate school and while I love the profession, clinicals aren't always realistic for my classmates and I. I enjoy seeing your videos so I can imagine what the real world will be like!

[@ameliatheavocado]

“English is good and Spanish.” So cute! I love both languages too!🥰

[@sabiebabie21]

2nd year SLP grad student here. I just recently found your channel and I'm obsessed. I can't believe I'll be starting my CF next year. Thank you so much for posting these, I love getting a peek into my future life. I love your whole aesthetic, I would love to know somethings you think all CF's need when starting out, from resources to the coffee and water bottles you love. Sort of like a CF starter kit lol

[@MariellaMendez]

sabiebabie21 sounds good! Thanks for the idea

[@shaunas4309]

Congrats on your success in SLP grad school!! I'm in my undergrad currently majoring in early childhood education, however I'm very inspired by the work SLP's do with young children. I was wondering what undergrad major you took and if any of your classmates majored in education prior to SLP. I know CSD is popular for undergrad to pursue SLP grad school but I wanted to know if I had a shot in getting in with a degree in childhood education.

[@sabiebabie21]

shauna S Thank you! You absolutely have a shot. My undergrad was psychology. I took the leveling courses and then applied to graduate school. Childhood education is very relevant to the field! Good luck in your endeavors.

[@marlenesilva2585]

@@sabiebabie21 Watching this video two years later and your comment caught my attention. I also recently graduated with a degree in psychology, what leveling courses did you have to take? Would you have any guidance for me?

[@abbeyhenry3011]

This is so helpful! I've searched for videos like this one several times, and none of the others that I've found have been anywhere near as useful. Excited to see what else you put out! :)

[@pinkkoala68]

I love your videos! I’m in undergrad now studying SPAUD and Spanish, these always get me excited to graduate and start in the field!!

[@MariellaMendez]

Thank you!

[@upintheclouds8036]

Hi Mariella could you pleas do more videos on working with bilingual clients? Tips, considerations, resources you personally learnt along the way. I would appreciate that soo much! Always trying to understand how to work with this population once I graduate.

[@MariellaMendez]

Hi! Yes thank you for the idea!

[@1bluegreen2]

"Mui Bien!!!!"-- STARBUCKS TIME.... so true.

[@sarcasticspeechie985]

Yay, can't wait for the next one. You have a good eye... I love your office. Looking forward to that room tour. Also, where did you get your apple watch band? I NEED IT. I love seeing a fellow latinx in the SLP field. Representation is SO important.

[@MariellaMendez]

I got the rose gold Apple Watch band from amazon

[@sarcasticspeechie985]

@@MariellaMendez Thanks!

[@oliviab3807]

I like your content. But as another SLP, I must say it’s hard to watch you discuss the child’s delays in front of them… wouldn’t it be more thoughtful of you to discuss that alone before you start therapy

[@lucymorisset2342]

Hey SoFla!!! Finally recognizing a fellow Florida! Love your video. I'm hoping to be a SLP soon! Thanks for posting

[@bizzybeebudgets]

This is what I am meant to do..can’t wait to start my courses ❤

[@tiamomoh8577]

Thank you for this! I'm an aspiring SLP and this was very beneficial. Please keep the SLP vlogs/talks going! Great job ☺️ *New subscriber

[@dollivanadenisedayola5859]

Yey! Finally a new vlog 🥳 Love all the way from the Philippines ❤️

[@laurendavis5668]

I’m so happy you uploaded this!! 😍

[@Christina121999]

Your patience is impeccable! I’m currently in my second year of undergrad and can’t wait to become just like you! ❤️

[@brookeexposito6678]

Love this video! You’re amazing! 💕

[@Mividavlogz]

Watching this before my graduate school interview tomorrow for motivation!!! Eek 😍

[@itzialopez2272]

Hola Mariela. Estoy siguiendo tu canal porque me gustaría estudiar speech language pathologist, pero aún tengo que perfeccionar mi inglés. Yo fui maestra en Mexico por 26 años, y me he inspirado en ti para trabajar como terapeuta de lenguaje y me gustaría que me ayudaras con videos de cómo se trabajan las terapias que tú das, y también si trabajas para una clínica en especial o tienes tu consultorio independiente? Te agradecería mucho tu ayuda. 🙏

[@supergirliex123x]

Love your videos!! A quick question , do you normally sit side by side for therapy? I find it’s quite helpful to sit facing so the child can see your mouth movements 💗

[@sable747]

This was so helpful. Your girls are adorable. What do you do as far as planning for the week or day?

[@MariellaMendez]

Maybe my first few months I planned. But now as a seasoned SLP I do not plan activities. I have my go to activities. And know my materials and how to target goals. With time you build confidence and no longer need to plan.

[@yamilethlonu3691]

Hola gracias por compartir! Con todo respeto eres muy bonita! Que bueno que nos representes a los latinos en esta profesion!..una pregunta, sentiste las clases dificiles? Dirias que se puede trabajar mientras se estudia para SLP? Gracias por tu tiempo!

[@MariellaMendez]

Hola no es recomendado trabajar durante el programa. Es mucho!

[@yamilethlonu3691]

@@MariellaMendez ok muchas gracias! Felicidades por tu canal!

[@carlarivadeneira4402]

Yamileth LoNu I’m working full time and studying SLP it’s really hard

[@yamilethlonu3691]

@@carlarivadeneira4402 really? What do u find the hardest?

[@carlarivadeneira4402]

@@yamilethlonu3691 It's overwhelming for me. I am also studying online

[@kewlsoxkk2030]

Love your videos!

[@MariellaMendez]

Thank you!

[@meganmontalvo2432]

Please do a Q&A about SLP soon :) Love your videos

[@MariellaMendez]

Megan Montalvo hi! I filmed a Q&A a few videos back. If you have any questions let me know

[@WhimsOfNadi]

LOVE IT! Do you need to study anything additional to work in the bilingual capacity? I already speak Spanish and I want to be an SLP

[@josiehepburn677]

Hola Mariella, soy estudiante de SLP en Nueva Zelanda. En los EEUU, hay que hacer cursos adicionales para registrarse como SLP bilingue o sea lo mismo?

[@user-js8pj4sw9g]

Your glasses are so cute! Where’d you get them and are they prescribed?

[@MariellaMendez]

Prescription and they are Warby Parker

[@lpspeechgirl1]

thank you for sharing!

[@MsDaisyproductions]

Hello, Where did you buy that AAC Folder? I need one so bad. Most of my case loads are non-speaking kiddos with ASD.

[@jennifergarcia5013]

Where are you bracelets from? And your watch band? Love your accessories!

[@MariellaMendez]

A little stand in the local mall. The Apple Watch band is from amazon.

[@monicaacosta2960]

Los niños son tan inocentes,es tan lindo hacer algo por otros sobre todo por los niños.Darles amor ayuda mucho .

[@seara5762]

Hi, did you have to get any further education on bilingual speech therapy? I was just wondering how to go about being one after getting a masters degree in csd.

[@Jocolindres]

how do you remember all of the disorders and how to help them?

[@adrianaacevedo2706]

Your videos are extremely helpful! What did you major in?

[@alexissanchez4823]

Where did you get those preposition cards from??

[@MariellaMendez]

Amazon :)

[@lindokuhle_m9924]

What are the benefits of being bilingual as a SLP

[@laturista1000]

Do you have the link to purchase materials for Cycles Approach phonology lessons? thank you much!

[@kellylovestosing]

Hi how are you :) I am pursuing speech pathology and love your videos I am about to transfer to university for my bachelors. I love your videos! I have a question. I speak Spanish and English but my Spanish isn’t perfect I can speak and understand but there are some words that I do not know so I speak Spanglish! I understand and speak a lot it’s just I’m not Perfect. With that being said would I still be considered a bilingual speech pathologist?

[@skylerlynn7318]

I’m going to have my BSE Early Education and BS In communication science and disorders. Could I potentially become a SLP is I finish my masters in communications and disorders?

[@kayleenewsom1993]

Love your channel. I was wondering if you are fluent in sign language?

[@MariellaMendez]

No, just basic core ASL

[@catlintorres8796]

What do you major in for speech pathology

[@MariellaMendez]

Masters in speech language pathology

[@americaperez1306]

How long is each patient visit?

[@MariellaMendez]

America Perez in my setting, 1 hour sessions

[@98mrcomedy]

What state are you in?

[@MariellaMendez]

kevin m Florida

[@Dani-cj3zi]

Pronunciation 🙂