Rhythm Nation: How Music Helps Neurodivergent Children Communicate, Focus, and Thrive

• By: Gina-Marie Moravcik MA, CCC-SLP Sunrise Speech and Language Services
• April 3rd, 2026
• adhd, cognitive development, emotional regulation, language development, movement-based learning, Music Therapy, self-confidence, social skills, Spring 2026 Issue
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I was introduced as “Ms. Gina” to two, cherub-faced little boys who attended kindergarten group speech sessions together at their school. Space was limited, so we were given a smaller “pre-school” room to use for our meetings. My first memory of my “little drummer” was that in a room...

Hey, ADHD Girls Like Me!…BOX!

• By: Gina-Marie Moravcik, MA, CCC-SLP Sunrise Speech and Language Services
• September 15th, 2025
• adhd, boxing, confidence, Fall 2025 Issue, neurodivergent adults, personal growth, resilience, self-regulation, speech-language therapy
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This article has been republished with permission from Neurodiversity Press. The original article, published on August 13, 2025, can be viewed at www.neurodiversitypress.com/2025/08/13/hey-adhd-girls-like-me-box. Gina Moravcik, a speech-language pathologist who works with autistic adults, shares...

Empowering Voices: The Importance of Self-Advocacy and Effective Communication for Autistic Individuals

• By: Gina-Marie Moravcik, MA, CCC-SLP Sunrise Speech and Language Services
• December 30th, 2024
• accommodations, anxiety, communication, inclusive education, neurodiversity, self-advocacy, Winter 2025 Issue
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Self-advocacy is a critical skill requiring communication for individuals on the autism spectrum, enabling them to express their needs, rights, and preferences effectively. It plays a significant role in their personal and academic lives, particularly as they transition into adulthood and face new...