ABOUT
What is Speech pathology?
Many people think speech-language pathologists only help with pronunciation or stuttering. In reality, speech-language pathology is a broad, medically grounded field with expertise that extends far beyond childhood speech concerns. Our training as licensed speech-language pathologists shape the way we approach adult communication. That said, the services offered here are coaching services, not clinical speech-language therapy. We do not provide evaluation, diagnosis, or medical treatment through this practice. Instead, we offer non-clinical communication coaching for adults and professionals who want to organize their ideas more effectively, communicate with greater clarity, adapt to different audiences, manage communication-related anxiety, and develop a stronger professional presence.
CREDENTIALS
Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist
10+
Specializing in adult communication
YEARS OF PRACTICE
M.A.
Evidence-based, neuroscience informed
CLINICAL TRAINING
A GUIDE
What are the benefits of working with a speech-language pathologist?
Working with a speech-language pathologist (SLP) for communication coaching gives you a level of depth and precision that most generic “speaking coaches” simply can’t offer. An SLP is clinically trained in the science of how we speak, think, listen, and use language—so your coaching isn’t just based on intuition or charisma, it’s grounded in evidence and real human behavior.
Science-Backed Insight
SLPs are trained in:
Speech production (articulation, voice, fluency)
Language (word choice, sentence structure, clarity of ideas)
Cognitive-communication (attention, memory, organization of thoughts)
Social communication (reading cues, turn-taking, tone, boundaries)
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Support for Neurodivergent Brains
If you have ADHD, anxiety, or another neurodivergent profile, communication isn’t just about “better tips.” It’s about:
Managing cognitive load and overwhelm
Organizing thoughts when your brain is fast or scattered
Handling delayed processing or “brain lag” in conversations
Navigating masking, perfectionism, or fear of judgment
SLPs are trained to understand how attention, processing, and emotional regulation interact with communication. Instead of forcing you into a one-size-fits-all style, an SLP can help you build strategies that work with your brain, not against it.
Specific Feedback, NOT Vague Advice
Many people seeking communication help have already heard things like:
“Just be more confident.”
“Use your hands more.”
“Be more concise.”
Those aren’t wrong, but they’re too vague to implement.
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FEEDBACK FROM AN EXPERT
“Your key point is getting buried in the middle of your answer—let’s restructure your response using a simple framework.”
“Your rate and pitch make you sound more anxious than you feel. Here’s how to adjust them without sounding robotic.”
“You’re taking on too much cognitive load in meetings. Let’s reduce the demands so you can actually listen and respond in real time.”
You get actionable, concrete adjustments, not just “feel” comments.
If you need clinical therapy, here’s where to start.
LOOKING FOR THERAPY?
Our background as a licensed speech-language pathologists inform the coaching services we provide here, but this practice does not offer clinical speech-language therapy, evaluation, diagnosis, or medical treatment. If you are looking for speech therapy services for concerns related to speech, language, voice, fluency, cognition, or swallowing, the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association’s professional directory is a helpful place to search for a licensed provider near you.
01 - OUR CLIENTS
Adult Coaching
The area of our unique expertise for clients.
At Speak Like a Professional, our speech-language pathologists specialize in working with adults and professionals. We go beyond traditional therapy by offering SLP-led communication coaching, including:
Voice training
Public speaking coaching
Communication anxiety support
Executive presence and leadership communication
Techniques to become a better public speaker
With a science-backed approach, we help adults master the skills required for high-stakes communication in interviews, presentations, team leadership, networking, podcasting, and more.
02 - OUR TRAINING
Qualifications
What is required from a clinician to become a licensed speech-language pathologist.
Speech-language pathologists complete a rigorous communication-focused educational path which includes:
Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology
400+ hours of clinical practicum
National certification exam
State licensure
This training ensures every SLP brings expert-level knowledge in anatomy, physiology, neurology, acoustics, linguistics, counseling, and communication science.
03 - OUR EXPERIENCE
Background
How we learned our specific skillset to help professionals across industries.
Our medical SLPs have worked across multiple healthcare settings, giving them a uniquely comprehensive view of how humans communicate:
Acute care
Inpatient rehabilitation
Long-term acute care
Outpatient care
This broad clinical background allows us to understand the mechanics, psychology, and behaviors behind communication and to apply these insights to real-world professional environments.
LET’S TALK
Ready when You are.
Tell us a little about what you’re working toward. We’ll be in touch within one business day.