Hi, I’m Alison, a neurodiversity-affirming Speech-Language Pathologist with a deep passion for supporting autistic children, AAC users, and their families. I believe that communication goes far beyond words and that the true goal of therapy is to help children feel empowered to express themselves authentically. I approach my work with a holistic lens—looking at not just the child’s communication needs, but also their strengths, sensory preferences and needs, interests, and how the family’s values and goals shape the journey.   ​I’ve been a Speech Therapist for 15 years and have specialized training in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and in supporting gestalt language processors (GLPs). I believe that therapy should be individualized and play-based to help children communicate in a fun, engaging, and intrinsically motivating way. ​At the heart of my approach is a deep respect for neurodiversity. Communication is a basic human right, and my role is to provide the tools, guidance, and support that children need to navigate their communication journey. I strongly believe in empowering children to become self-advocates. As part of my work, I support families in advocating for necessary accommodations in school and other settings, ensuring that their child’s unique needs are respected and met. I strive to make therapy fun, engaging, and affirming, while ensuring that children’s multimodal communication is always heard, respected, and celebrated. ​​Certifications/Licenses:  * American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Certification   * Washington Department of Health Speech Pathology license * Natural Language Acquisition (NLA) Trained​ * Inside Out Sensory for SLPs Certificate * PROMPT Level 1 Trained * Dynamic Temporal and Tactile Cueing (DTTC) Advanced Training