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K. Todd Houston, Ph.D.
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K. Todd Houston, Ph.D. is the Owner and Strategic Life Coach at Sunburst Coaching & Consulting, LLC and a professor of speech-language pathology. He helps speech-language pathologists, educators, and allied health professionals beat burnout and imposter spirals using micro-scripts—short, repeatable phrases that create calm, clarity, and boundaries under pressure. Blending behavior-change science with decades of experience in high-stakes clinical and educational environments, Todd translates big ideas into practical tools people can use immediately in real life, real meetings, and real workdays.
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Feb 8, 2026 ∙ 3 min
Overcoming Imposter Syndrome in Allied Health Professionals: A Guide for Clinicians
Imposter syndrome affects many allied health professionals, from physical therapists to speech-language pathologists. Despite their skills and training, these therapists often feel like they don’t belong or doubt their abilities. This feeling can hold them back from reaching their full potential and enjoying their work. Understanding how to recognize and manage imposter syndrome is essential for building confidence and improving patient care. What is Imposter Syndrome and Why Does It Affect...
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Feb 7, 2026 ∙ 3 min
Why Insight Isn’t Enough: Coaching Burnout in 2026 Requires Capacity-Aware Micro-Scripts
Burnout coaching has a quiet problem. For years, we’ve treated insight as the finish line. · Name the pattern. · Understand the trigger. · Recognize the belief. Insight feels like progress because it is progress, just not the kind that reliably changes behavior under pressure. In 2026, with cognitive load at historic highs and recovery windows shrinking, insight alone has become a luxury intervention. Helpful in calm moments. Largely unavailable when it matters most. Burnout...
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Feb 7, 2026 ∙ 3 min
Mastering Boundaries: The Power of Micro-Scripts in Communication
Setting boundaries is a crucial skill for maintaining healthy relationships and protecting your well-being. Yet, many people struggle to express their limits clearly and confidently. Micro-scripts offer a simple, effective way to communicate boundaries without conflict or confusion. These short, precise phrases help you say what you need in everyday situations, making boundary-setting feel natural and manageable. In this post, you will learn what micro-scripts are, why they work, and how to...
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