Listen "Hallie chats with Mai Ling Chan about artificial intelligence for SLPs"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of SLP Coffee Talk, Hallie sits down with tech-loving SLP and entrepreneur Mai Ling Chan to demystify one of the biggest buzzwords in our field—AI. From her early days building websites and launching innovative platforms to helping SLPs ethically integrate AI into their daily work, Mai shares how this fast-evolving tool can make our lives easier and enhance our clinical practice. Together, they break down what AI can (and can’t) do, why “hallucinations” aren’t just for sci-fi, and how to use it responsibly—without feeling left behind. Whether you’re curious about how AI can help you plan sessions, save time, or simply make dinner (yes, really!), this conversation will leave you feeling empowered, informed, and inspired to experiment with tech on your own terms.Bullet Points to Discuss: What AI can (and can’t) do in our field right now Ethical and practical ways to use AI in therapy and planning Why “AI hallucinations” happen—and how to spot them Here’s what we learned: You don’t need to be a tech expert to start using AI effectively. AI can save time and spark creativity—but still needs human oversight. Ethical awareness is essential when applying AI in therapy or materials. “Hallucinations” remind us to double-check information, not fear the tool. Learning AI is an ongoing process—everyone’s still figuring it out. A supportive community helps SLPs explore new tools with confidence.Learn more about Mai Ling Chan: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mailingchan/ Website: https://www.mailingchan.com/ Website: https://www.exceptionalleadersnetwork.com/ AI for SLPs (FB Group): https://www.facebook.com/groups/597325123447725 Learn more about Hallie Sherman and SLP Elevate: 📝 Website: https://speechtimefun.com/🎲✨ Check out the Secondary Secret Podcast here! https://www.speechtimefunpd.com/secret-podcast-signupSubscribe today and get access to my secret podcast filled with my juicy secrets for planning with ease for secondary speech students. 6 quick episodes that you can quickly listen to and feel refreshed and inspired! https://speechtimefun.com/secondarysecrets
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