Beyond the Stutter: Listening, Supporting, and Empowering

Stuttering is more than speech - it’s an experience shaped by emotions, identity, and social interactions. In this course, Jia, a person who stutters, shares her journey and gives voice to the inner needs of children and teens who stutter. Designed for families, speech-language pathologists (SLPs), and allies, this course explores how to create safe communication spaces, provide meaningful support, and move beyond fluency-focused approaches. Participants will learn practical strategies to empower individuals who stutter, challenge societal misconceptions, and foster confidence and self-acceptance - because every voice deserves to be heard.

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Stuttering is more than just speech - it is an experience shaped by emotions, identity, and social interactions. In this course, Jia, a person who stutters, shares her personal journey and amplifies the inner voices of children and teens who stutter. Through lived experiences, research, and advocacy, this course explores the challenges faced by individuals who stutter and the critical role that families, speech-language pathologists (SLPs), and allies play in fostering an environment of support and empowerment.

Presenters

Jia Bin
M.A.
Jia Bin, M.A., is a doctoral student and research assistant in Communicative Sciences and Disorders at Michigan State University. She leads the National Stuttering Association Lansing chapter and the Spartan Stuttering Group. Inspired by her own experiences, Jia’s work challenges stereotypes and fosters dialogue across cultural and linguistic boundaries, connecting people who stutter worldwide through shared understanding and support.

Learning Objectives

1. Describe the psychological, social, and emotional experiences of children and teens who stutter.
2. Identify strategies for families, SLPs, and allies to create supportive communication environments.
3. Explain how to foster self-acceptance, confidence, and advocacy beyond fluency-focused approaches.
4. Discuss the role of active listening and inclusive communication in reducing stigma.
5. Apply person-centered strategies to support individuals who stutter in clinical, educational, and home settings.

Agenda

5 minutes	Introduction & Personal Journey
5 minutes	The Emotional and Social Experience of Stuttering
5 minutes	Creating Supportive Communication Environments
5 minutes	Moving Beyond Fluency-Focused Approaches
5 minutes	Challenging Stigma & Promoting Inclusion
5 minutes	Closing & Key Takeaways

Disclosures

Financial Disclosures:	Jia (she/her) is a doctoral student and research assistant at Michigan State University. She is a salaried staff member and has no relevant financial relationships related to this course.
Non-Financial Disclosures:	Jia (she/her) is a person who stutters and an advocate for the stuttering community. She has no relevant non-financial relationships related to this course.
Content Disclosures:	Jia has no additional content information to disclose.

ASHA

This course is offered for .05 ASHA CEUs, Intermediate Level, Professional Area

Beyond the Stutter: Listening, Supporting, and Empowering: $10.00
In this course, Jia, a person who stutters, shares her story and the deeper emotional and social experiences of stuttering. Designed for families, SLPs, and allies, this session offers practical strategies to create safe spaces, empower self-advocacy, and move beyond fluency-centered therapy. Includes access to the recorded course and optional ASHA reporting.

Add-ons

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In this powerful session, hear directly from a teen who stutters and his mother as they share personal experiences navigating therapy, school, and home life. Their stories offer practical strategies SLPs can use to provide more meaningful, family-centered support. Includes access to the recorded course and optional ASHA reporting.