Improving Conversation in Aphasia: What Is “ECoLoGiC-Tx” All About?

Speech Scope: Improving Conversation in Aphasia: What Is “ECoLoGiC-Tx” All About? (Episode 23)

Audio Runtime: 57 Minutes; Learning Assessment Time: 21 Minutes

Dr. Marion Leaman, PhD, CCC-SLP—an experienced clinician and leading researcher in conversation-level aphasia therapy—joins host Sarah Baar to share the story behind ECoLoGiC-Tx, the spontaneous, conversation-based treatment she developed with her PhD mentor, Dr. Lisa Edmonds. Sarah and Marion examine how this evidence-based approach facilitates language recovery in individuals with moderate to severe aphasia, diverging from traditional cueing or drill-based models. You’ll learn how this therapy framework centers on real conversation, respects adult autonomy, and achieves measurable impact to patient communication. Tune in to learn what makes ECoLoGiC-Tx both structured and radically human—and how you can start applying it in your sessions.

Learning Objectives

• Analyze the evidence around ECoLoGiC-Tx for supporting conversational engagement in individuals with moderate to severe aphasia
• Apply evidence-based, practical strategies to address conversational breakdowns and promote language complexity during spontaneous communication in aphasia therapy
• Solve patient case scenarios involving the use of ECoLoGiC-Tx for goal writing, outcome measurement, and family engagement, especially with hesitant participants or stakeholders

This is an audio-only course. Additional materials are available for download within the course. To receive continuing education credit, complete the course and the accompanying quiz.