Faculty and Staff Profiles

• Clinical Associate Professor
• Off Site supervisor, Therapy Hut, 2004 to 2013
• Faculty Member Since 2000
• Part-time since 1988

Education

• M.A., Memphis State University, 1987

• B.A., The University of Mississippi, 1976

Credentials

• ASHA-Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology, 1988 to present
• Tennessee State License

Teaching/Clinical Interests

• Clinical Education/Supervision
• Speech-Language Therapy in the Public Schools
• Collaborative Services
• Services for the Multi-handicapped
• Parent -Child Advocate

Professional Activities

• Member, American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
• Member, Tennessee Association of Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathologist
• Public School laison for West Tennessee
• University of Memphis Alumni Board
• University of Memphis Alumni Association, AUSP

 Research Project

• “Effects of Non-Speech Therapies on Speech Therapy Outcomes, A Research Proposal”

 Recent Presentations

•  Martin, L., Benemerito, M. "Sensory Integration- What is it?", First Annual MidSouth Autism Convention, Tunica, Ms. April 2011 
• Martin, L., Powers, L., Balderson, J., Benemerito, M., "Incorporating Activities into Traditional Therapy Approaches and Classroom Settings", T.K. Martin Center, Mississippi State University, 2009
• Martin, L., Powers, L., Balderson, J., Benemerito, M., "Sensory P rocessng/Dynamic Activities and their Impact on Traditional Speech and Language Therapy, University of Memphis, MidSouth Comference on Communicative Disorders,2008

Program Development

• Collaborative Therapy Services at Therapeutic Taekwondo, Inc., 2004-2006
• Collaborative Therapy Services at Therapy Hut, 2006- 2013 www.therapyhut.com 
• Pediatric Language Program at The University of Memphis 
• Play Baby Summer 2014 

• M.A. Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology - Memphis State University - 1988
• B.A.E. Communicative Disorders - University of Mississippi - 1976

• Clinical Associate Professor, AUSP - The University of Memphis - 2005 to December 2014
• Clinical Assistant Professor, AUSP - The University of Memphis - 2000-2005
• Supervising Clinician (off site) Supervising Clinician Full Time, AUSP - Memphis State University (part-time), Memphis State University, The University of Memphis , Therapy Hut - 1989-1999, 2000 to 2014
• Speech Pathologist Supervisor, Special Education Special Education, Speech Therapy division - Shelby County Schools, Memphis, TN Shelby County Schools, Memphis, TN - 1980-2000 1988-1996
• Speech Therapist, Special Education - Rankin County Schools, Brandon, MS - 1978-1980
• Speech Therapist, Special Education - Meriwether County Schools, Greenville, GA - 1977-1978

• Award for Continuing Education - American Speech-Language -Hearing Association - 1997, 2000 -2013
• 11th ACE Award - ASHA - Jan 2014

• AUSP 7123 Beginning Sign Language for the First Year AuD Student (G, AuD) - The University of Memphis, School of Audiology and Speech-Langauge Pathology
• AUSP 7208 Clinical Experiences in Speech-Language Disorders (G) - The University of Memphis, School of Audiology and Speech-Langauge Pathology
• AUSP 7208 Clinical Experiences in Speech-Language Disorders-Clinical Practice in SLP-Speech and Language Services in the Public Schools-Guidelines for Service Delivery Options (G) - The University of Memphis, School of Audiology and Speech-Langauge Pathology
• AUSP 7123 Clinical Application of Basic Sign Language (G, AuD) - The University of Memphis, School of Audiology and Speech-Langauge Pathology
• AUSP 7123 Sign Language for Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Students, (G, AuD) - The University of Memphis, School of Audiology and Speech-Langauge Pathology
• AUSP 7123, Clinical Sign Language for Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Students (G, AuD) - The University of Memphis, School of Audiology and Speech-Langauge Pathology
• AUSP 7123 Clinical Application of Basic Sign Language for Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Students (G, AuD) - The University of Memphis, School of Audiology and Speech-Langauge Pathology
• Speech Language Therapy and the Law in Public School Settings - The University of Memphis, School of Audiology and Speech-Langauge Pathology

• Masters - Clinical Fellowship Supervisor for Sara Harvey at Therapy Hut 2009-2010 - 2009
• SLP-A - Supervisor for Delina Gallagher, SLP-A at Therapy Hut 2011 to December 2014 -  

• Client Outcomes for MSHC - Wark, Martin, Coker, Acuff - The University of Memphis -  
• Handy Signs: A Video of Beginning Sign Language for Families, Memphis Speech and Hearing Center - Laura S. Martin, K. Sandlin - The University of Memphis -  
• Student Competencies and Grading System - Clinical Faculty - The University of Memphis , Memphis Speech and Hearing Center -  
• Off Site Collaborative Therapy - Summer 2006 to present - Therapy Hut -  
• Therapy Hut handbook for SLP grad student - 2012 to 2013 -   -  
• Therapy Hut handbook for SLP - 2012 to 2014 -   -  

• IEP meetings/parent advocate to LEA, physician visits - Current and past families of MSHC & Therapy Hut - 2000-present -  
• Behavior Program Consultant - Private family in conjunction with Shelby County Schools & Therapy Hut - 2003 to present -  
• Buddy Walk - Down Syndrome Association - entry fee - 2005 - 2009, 2011
• Buddy Walk for Down Syndrome- Sponsor - Therapy Hut -   - Fall 2007, Fall 2008
• Fall Fest Resource Fair, Christ Methodist Church - The University of Memphis, School of Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology -   - Oct 2007, 2010, 2011
• Just What Does a Speech-Language Pathologist Do? - Optimus Club -   - 8/6/07
• AM TRIKE - Cordova Ambucks 501C3 Vice President -   - 2011 to 2013

• The University of Memphis, School of Communication Sciences & Disorders - Appointments Committee - 2011

• Shelby County Schools - 2000 to present
• Fayette County Schools- Division of Speech-Language Pathology - January- December 2003
• Therapeutic TKD, Inc. - February, 2004 to 2006
• Autism Solutions Center - February 2004 to 2005
• Therapy Hut - 2006 to 2013
• Memphis City Schools - 2012-2014

• THERAPEUTIC TAEKWONDO , Inc.
  "Forging a Healthy Body, Clear Mind, and Clear Speech" Advance Magazine for Speech-Language Pathologist 2006   

•  * L.Martin, M. Benemerito, "Sensory Integration- What is it?", First Annual MidSouth Autism Convention, Tunica, Ms. April 2011 
•  *Powers, L., M.A., CCC-SLP, Balderson, J., M.A., CCC-SLP, Martin, L., M.A., CCC-SLP, Benemerito, M., OTR/L, "Incorporating Sensory Activities into Traditional Therapy Approaches and Classroom Settings", T.K. Martin Center Educational Forum, Mississippi State University, Starkville, Ms., January 2009 
•  *Powers, Lauren S., M.A., CCC-SLP, Balderson, Jessica, M.A., CCC-SLP, . Martin, Laura S., M.A., CCC-SLP, Benemerito, Marwyn G., OTR/L , Sensory Processing/Dynamic Activities and their Impact on Traditional Speech and Language Therapy, Mid-South Conference on Communicative Disorders, Memphis, TN. March 2008 
• Martin, L., Speech-Language Strategies for Students with Severe Disabilities, The University of Memphis, SPED 7000, 2006 
• *Roehrig, S., Martin, L., I Live in the Real World, Mid-South Conference on Communicative Disorders, Memphis, TN., 2005   
• *Hammett, M., Martin, L., Goldsmith, G., Graduate Student Training: A Comprehensive Therapy Program for Preschoolers, Mid-South Conference on Communicative Disorders, Poster Session, Memphis, TN., 2005        
• *Martin, L., Facilitator, Bring and Brag: A Sharing of Ideas, Mid-South Conference on Communicative Disorders, Memphis, TN., 2004   
•  *Hammett, M., Martin, L., Goldsmith, G., Training Graduate Students to Program for a Diverse Pediatric Population, 26th World Congress of the International Association of Logepedics and Phoniatrics, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia, 2004      
• *Hammett, M., Martin, L., Goldsmith, G., Training Graduate Students to Program for a Diverse Pediatric Population, American Speech-Language Hearing Association, Chicago, IL., 2004            
• *Martin, L., Bass, J., Survival Signing for the Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathologist, Mid-South Conference on Communicative Disorders, Memphis, TN. 2002   
• *Martin, L., Bass, J., Basic Sign Language for the Beginning SLP and Audiologist, Tennessee Association for Speech-Language Pathology Convention, Spring Hill, TN., 2002   
• *Merrill, J.C., Watson, J., Martin, L., Due Process Panel, Mid-South Conference on Communicative Disorders, Memphis, TN. 2001   
• *Martin, L., SWAP: Sharing With Another Professional, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Tennessee Association for Speech-Language Pathology Convention, 2000   
• Martin, L., Communication Strategies for Students with Severe Disabilities,  The University of Memphis, SPED 6000, 2006    
• Martin, L., What Does A Speech-Language Pathologist Do In And For The Community?, Optimus Club, 2006     
• Martin, L., Oral Motor Issues, A Panel Discussion, University of Memphis, AUSP 7202, Fall 2004   
• Martin, L., Interpreting Speech and Language Evaluations, The Wesley School, Memphis, TN. January 2004       
• Martin, L., Instruction of Students with Severe Disabilities: Functional Communication, University of Memphis, AUSP 7300, 2003   
• Martin, L., Intervention Strategies for Mental Retardation and Autism, University of Memphis, AUSP 7200, 2003  
• Martin, L., Social Implications in the Deaf Culture, Kennesaw State University, Atlanta, GA. SOCI 2105, 2003    
• Martin, L., Pulling It All Together: Suggestions for Language Therapy, University of Memphis, AUSP 7003, 2002  
• Martin, L., Phonological/Articulation Disorders & Oral Motor Therapy, Facilitator of SLP-n- SIG, Journal Club, Memphis, TN., 2002  
• Goldsmith, G., Martin, L., Therapy Ideas and Activities for Phonological Awareness, University of Memphis, AUSP 7204, 2002  
• Benemarito, M., Martin, L., Billing requirements in Private Practice, Graduate Students in AUSP, The University of Memphis, Graduate Students in OT/PT, The University of Tennessee, February 2006    
• Jarmulowicz, L., Martin, L., A Functional Overview of Narratives Development, Sampling & Analysis, Shelby County Schools, 2002     
• Martin, L., An Introduction to Cochlear Implants, Therapeutic Taekwondo, Inc., Staff Members, February 2006    
• Martin, L., Pragmatics and Asperger's Syndrome, Speechies Club Organizer and Presenter, 2000  
• Martin, L., Clinical Sign Language, Therapeutic Taekwondo, Inc., Staff Members, February 2006   
• Martin, L., An Overview of Speech Language Impairments,  Memphis State University, SPED 7000, 1998    
• Martin, L., Introduction to Speech-Language Services, Memphis State University, SPED 7000, 1997   
• Martin, L., An Overview of Speech Language Impairments, Memphis State University, SPED 7000, 1996    
• Simmons, L., Speech-Language Impairments: A Framework for Future Teachers, Memphis State University, SPED 7000, 1995   
• Martin, L., A Workshop for Preschool Teachers on Developing Appropriate Speech Language Skills Through out Daily Activities, Emmanuel Lutheran Day Care, Memphis, TN., 1995  
• Simmons, L., The Role of the Speech-Language Pathologist in the Public Schools, Memphis State University, AUSP 7800, 1989   
• Jarmulowicz, L., Martin, L., Informal Early School-age Language Measures, Shelby County Schools, 2002     
• Martin, L., Including Music and Movement in the Instructional Program, Shelby County Schools, 2001     
• Martin, L., Hand In Hand: Helping Parents Develop Spontaneous Communication with their Children, Shelby County Schools, 2000  
• Martin, L., Henderson, C., Thpeaking of Technology for the Thpeech Pathologitht, Shelby County Schools, 2000  
• Martin, L., Therapy Intervention for Remediation of /r/ Phoneme- O-MATS Program, Shelby County Schools, 1999  
• Martin, L., ABA Therapy and Intervention for Children with Autism, Shelby County Schools, 1999  
• Martin, L., Sign Language for Pre-School and Comprehensive Development Class Teachers, Shelby County Schools, 1999  
• Martin, L., Ourth, S., Functional Language Skills, Project REACH, Shelby County Schools, 1999   
• Martin, L., Making Appropriate Referrals for Speech-Language Services in the Schools, Shelby County Schools, 1999  
•  Martin, L., Communication Skills for Children with Down Syndrome, Shelby County Schools, Memphis, TN. 1998  
•  Martin, L., Communication Assessment: Determining Accurate Present Levels of Performance, Project Reach, Shelby County Schools, 1999   
• Martin, L., Epilepsy in the Schools: Identifiable Signs and Suggestions for Staff and Custodians, Shelby County Schools, 1997   
• Martin, L., Learning Disabilities and Language Impairments- A Parent Discussion with School Specialists, Parent Support Group, Shelby County Schools, 1997  
• Martin, L., Vocabulary Selection for Delta Talker, Shelby County Schools, 1997  
• Martin, L., Stoneking, C., Developing Phonemic Awareness, Decoding and Spelling Skills, Shelby County Schools, 1997  
• Martin, L., Language Based Themes for Preschool Therapy, Shelby County Schools, 1996   
• Martin, L., Is Your IEP Reasonably Calculated To Confer Benefit?, Shelby County Schools, 1994  
• Martin, L., Classroom Suggestions for Students with Hearing Impairments, Shelby County Schools, 1991  
• Simmons, L., Speech Therapy Handbook: Policies and Procedures, Revised and Presented, Shelby County Schools, 1989   
• Simmons, L. Tennessee Guidelines on Hearing Screening, Shelby County Schools, 1983   
• Simmons, L., Materials for Successful Diagnostic Evaluations, Shelby County Schools, 1982  

• AUSP 7208 - Clinical Experience in Speech-Language Disorders (G)
• AUSP 7123 - Clinical Sign Language for Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Students (G, AuD)
• AUSP 7208 - Clinical Experience in Speech-Language Disorders(G)
• AUDP 7208 - Clinical Practice in SLP- Speech and Language Services in the Public Schools- Guidelines and Service Delivery Options (G)
• AUSP 7208 - Clinical Experience in Speech-Language Disorders(G)
• AUSP 7208 - Clinical Experience in Speech-Language Disorders (G)
• Ausp 7208 - Clinical Experience in Speech-Language Disorders (G)
• AUSP 7208 - Clinical Practice in SLP- Speech and Language Services in the Public Schools- Guidelines and Service Delivery Options (G)
• AUSP 7208 - Clinical Experience in Speech-Language Disorders (G)
• AUSP 7123 - Clinical Application of Basic Sign Language

•   -Masters Special Project with Lori Day "A Non-Invasive Means for the Measurement of Oral-Motor therapy Outcomes" May 2003

  -Masters Special Project with Jessica Liggett “Effects of Non-Speech Therapies on Speech Therapy Outcomes, A Research Proposal” 2006

  -Masters Special Project with Brooke Baudo “Effects of Non-Speech Therapies on Speech Therapy Outcomes, A Research Proposal” 2006

  -PhD Doug Parham- Research Assistant “Effects of Non-Speech Therapies on Speech Therapy Outcomes, A Research Proposal” Discontinued due to single subject design and lack of consistency in data

  -Masters- Wrote letters for recommendations for Graduate Clinicians applying for outside placements as well as for job applications    

  -Masters Special Project with Laura Crisler, "A Caretakers Guide to Augmentative and Alternative Communication",Spring 2009

  -Masters Special Project with Emily Hurst, " Research and efficacy for therapy protocol in treating CAPD", Spring 2009

  -Masters Special Project with Becky Jones, " Research and efficacy in the use of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy in people with ASD and other disabilities, Spring 2009 

   

      
• Clinical Fellowship Supervisor for Sara Harvey at Therapy Hut- 2009-2010
•  Supervisor for Delina Gallagher,  SLP-A, at Therapy Hut- 2011 to present