The Dr. Stacy Show w Lyric Townsend Sleep, Speech, and School Success Speech Language Pathologist

Sleep, Speech, and School Success with Lyric Townsend, Speech-Language Pathologist | The Dr. Stacy Show

Could your child’s sleep habits be affecting their learning? When should parents seek a speech evaluation? How can speech-language pathologists strengthen IEPs and other school supports?

On this episode of The Dr. Stacy Show, Dr. Stacy Haynes sits down with Lyric Townsend, founder of Sound to Soul SLP, to explore why communication is foundational to a child’s academic, social, and emotional success.

Together, they discuss:

The connection between sleep and learning

Early signs a child may benefit from speech-language services

How speech-language pathologists support children through school-based plans, including IEPs

Why early intervention leads to better long-term outcomes

The relationship between communication challenges, behavior, and the preschool-to-prison pipeline

Practical strategies for parents, educators, and professionals to advocate for children

Whether you’re a parent, teacher, therapist, school leader, or caregiver, this episode provides practical insights that can help children communicate with confidence and reach their full potential.

🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.

Connect with Dr. Stacy Haynes: 🌐 drstacyhayneslpc.com

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