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Stuttering Is Not A Problem: A New Lens With James Burden

Published on August 20, 2025

Speech‑language pathologist James Burden, founder of Stuttering Blueprint, shares a compassionate, research‑backed path to speaking with confidence—whether or not fluency is the outcome. He explains why techniques like the Camperdown Method must be paired with Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness, and “melting the iceberg” of fear and stigma. If you’ve ever felt your voice held back, this conversation reframes stuttering and shows practical ways to reclaim presence, purpose, and power.

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Guest Bio:

James Burden, M.S., CCC‑SLP, is a speech‑language pathologist and creator of the Stuttering Blueprint and the Unstoppable Voice process. Blending evidence‑based methods like the Camperdown Program with ACT, mindfulness, and embodiment work, he helps people who stutter build confidence, authenticity, and agency in high‑stakes speaking situations—from job interviews to wedding toasts.

Main Topics:

· Why “less stuttering ≠ better person”: separating fluency from self‑worth

· The Stuttering Iceberg: addressing thoughts, emotions, and stigma under the surface

· Camperdown Method basics: building control without “white‑knuckle fluency”

· Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT): relating differently to thoughts/feelings

· Mindfulness & embodiment: grounding practices that reduce fear and avoidance

· Reframing stuttering culturally (left‑handedness analogy)

· Gentle exposure goals: from everyday conversations to speeches and interviews

· Community & groups: support, misinformation, and consuming carefully

· Stuttering Angel Fund: micro‑grants for catalytic confidence moments

· Practical exercise: the “two hands” presence/permission visualization

Resources mentioned:

· James’ Website: https://www.stutteringblueprint.com/

· Episode Sponsor: Tar Heel Construction

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