Michelle Boisvert, Ph.D., CCC-SLP

Michelle Boisvert

Michelle Boisvert, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, RSP-ADHD received her doctoral degree in Communication Disorders from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA in 2012. Throughout her studies, the integrative use of technology was the focus of her research as she investigated the use of online speech and language therapy or telepractice for students who were diagnosed with autism. After graduating, she went on to work with school-aged students, clinicians, teams and caregivers. Dr. Boisvert provides training on the use of telepractice, entrance and exit criteria for speech and language services, and executive function strategies. She is the former editor of the Perspectives on Telepractice, a publication offered through the American Speech Hearing Association, is a peer reviewer for several journals, has written many articles and book chapters and continues to expand her research on the use of technology to support workload management.

Contact Information

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Email: michelleb@easyreportpro.com

Speaking Topics and Presentations

  • Technology Tips and Ideas For the Overworked SLP:  Learn about varying workload expectations and get introduced to top tech tools designed to meet the six most pressing demands of the profession. Learn to prioritize and select the technology that best fits your needs, paving the way for a more balanced and efficient practice.

  • Accommodations and Strategies for Telepractice: This presentation equips participants with the knowledge to enhance telepractice accessibility. They'll learn to implement and evaluate accommodations and strategies tailored for remote settings, ensuring effective client support and engagement in teletherapy.

  • Utilizing Telepractice & Technology for Workload Management: Offers a strategic approach to managing SLP workloads through telepractice. Participants will learn to implement tech solutions for service delivery, overcome remote service barriers, and enhance efficiency with innovative management strategies.

  • ADHD & Technology: Strategically Use Technology to Help Children with ADHD: This pivotal presentation discusses tailoring tech strategies to support students with ADHD, focusing on leveraging technology to align with individual learning profiles and introducing effective, technology-based solutions for engagement and learning.

  • Tech-Enabled SLPs: Leveraging Technology for Report Writing:  Explore the critical role of diagnostic reports in school settings, understand the stressors leading to SLP burnout, and discover how technology can revolutionize report writing—enabling the creation of high-quality documents with ease and efficiency.

  • Clinical Strategies for Telepractice: This training delves into the application of telepractice in speech pathology, offering SLPs a comprehensive guide to resources, behavioral support strategies, and technological tools to enhance client attendance and foster effective communication in virtual sessions.

Selected Articles and Book Chapters

  • Boisvert, M. (2023). Augmented Reality in Treatment: Fun and Functional. Leader Live.

  • Boisvert, M. (2021). ‘Tele-AAC The Basics’ in Hall, Juengling-Sudkamp, Gutmann and Cohn. Augmentative and Alternative Communication. San Diego, CA: Plural Publishing.

  • Boisvert, M. (2019). ‘Client Selection, Personnel, and Environmental Supports’ in Hall, Juengling-Sudkamp, Gutmann and Cohn. Tele-AAC Augmentative and Alternative Communication Through Telepractice. San Diego, CA: Plural Publishing, pp. 99-118.

  • Boisvert, M.,K, and Hall, N. (2019). ‘Technology for Tele-AAC: “Off the Shelf” and Advanced AAC Technology’ in Hall, Juengling-Sudkamp, Gutmann and Cohn Tele-AAC Augmentative and Alternative Communication Through Telepractice. San Diego, CA: Plural Publishing, pp. 119-138.

  • Boisvert, M. K., and Hall, N. (2019). Telepractice for School-Based Speech and Language Services: A Workload Management Strategy. Perspectives of the ASHA Special Interest Groups, 4(1), 211-216.

  • Boisvert, M. (2014). No Student Left Unserved. Yes, telepractice can work with our most behaviorally challenged students in schools. Here’s how. The ASHA Leader, 19(12), 48-52.

  • Boisvert, M. and Hall, N. (2014). Telehealth for the use in early autism training for parents: A scoping review. Smart Homecare Technology and TeleHealth.

  • Boisvert, M., Hall, N., Steele, R., (2013). A historical perspective on telepractice: lessons from the field. International Journal of Telerehabilitation, 5(1, Spring): 27-38. 5(1).

  • Boisvert, M., Hall, N. and Andrianopoulos M.V., Chaclas, J. (2012). Multi-faceted clinical model for delivering telepractice services to individuals with autism. International Journal of Telerehabilitation. 4(2).

  • Boisvert, M., Lang, R., Andrianopoulos, M.V., Boscardin, M. (2010). Telepractice in the assessment and treatment of individuals with autism spectrum disorders: A systematic review. Developmental Neurorehabilitation, 13(6), 423-432.

Selected Presentations

  • Boisvert, Hall, Sweeny, Cohn, Keese (2023). Master Class in Telepractice Innovations: Current, Emerging, and What We Wish For. American Speech, Language and Hearing Association, Boston, MA.

  • Boisvert, Hall, Juengling-Sudkamp, Campbell (2022). Tele-AAC - A Versatile Service Methodology Across the Lifespan. American Speech, Language and Hearing Association, New Orleans, LA.

  • Du, Boisvert, Hughes, Liu, Breslin, Price, Vega (2022). New Technology and Games for Futurist Clinicians - From Voice Assistant Alexa to Augmented Reality.  American Speech, Language and Hearing Association, New Orleans, LA.

  • Boisvert, M. Hall, N. (2018). School-Based Telepractice Services who are AAC Users: Lessons Learned. American Speech, Language and Hearing Association, Boston, MA.

  • Boisvert, M., and Hall, N. (2015). A Tale of Two Screens Two telepractice experts share advice on providing clinical services remotely. The ASHA Leader, 20(11), online-only.

  • Covert, L, Gorgan-Johnson, S., Boisvert, M., Brown, J., Alvares, R. Campbell, M. (2014). Telepractice: What Do You Know? What Do You Want to Know? American Speech, Language and Hearing Association, Orlando, FL.

  • Boisvert, M., Towey, M., Crowley, C., Krumm, M. (November, 2014). Expand your Horizons: International Telepractice in Speech Language Pathology and Audiology. American Speech, Language and Hearing Association, Orlando, FL.

  • Boisvert, M. and Hall, N. (November, 2014). The Use of Telehealth in Early Autism Training for Parents. American Speech, Language and Hearing Association, Orlando, FL.

  • Carrozza, S., Boisvert, M. Andrianopoulos, M. (November, 2013). Behavioral Analysis in Telepractice Settings vs. On-Site Settings With an Individual with Autism American Speech, Language and Hearing Association, Chicago, IL.

  • Boisvert, M., Hall, N., Andrianopoulos, M. (April, 2013). Evidence-Based Telepractice with Individuals with Autism and Other Communication Disorders. Council of Academic Programs, Phoenix, AZ. Invited Conference.

  • Boisvert, M., Andrianopoulos, M., Kurland, J., Boscardin, ML. (November, 2012). Evidence Based Speech and Language Interventions for Students with ASD Using Telepractice: A Case Series. American Speech, Language and Hearing Association, Atlanta, GA.

  • Boisvert, M., McManus, S., Andrianopoulos, M.V. (November, 2011). Poster presentation. Telepractice for Students Diagnosed with PDD-NOS and Frontoparietal Cyst: Case Studies. American Speech, Language and Hearing Association Convention, San Diego, CA.



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