Hi, I’m Heidi.

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I’m a Pennsylvania licensed Speech Language Pathologist providing individualized communication support for families, caregivers, and educators through consultation, practical strategies, and customized tools designed for everyday life.

Work with Me

Why work with me?

Whether you're looking to enhance therapy, support progress, or build communication skills into everyday routines, I'm here to help.

  • Personalized recommendations

    • Tailored to your family member’s specific needs - this is not one size fits all!

  • Family-centered approach

    • We’ll collaborate to find the best communication tools and strategies that are able to translate into everyday life

  • Tools and resources

    • Designed specifically for your needs - including visual aids, social stories, and communication tools

  • Focus on real life

    • Embedding supports that are meaningful and effective in everyday routines at home, school, and beyond.

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Clarity Call

A one-time consultation to get answers, guidance, and practical next steps for supporting communication.

Best for:

• Speech and language concerns

• New diagnoses

• Deciding next steps

• Strategy support

Let’s try it!

Consultation Services

Communication Implementation Lab

Two 30-minute consultation sessions per month with email support between sessions. Use and creation of individualized communication tools. Ongoing support to help you confidently use communication strategies in everyday routines.

Best for:

• Language development

• AAC support

• Support between therapy sessions

• Families wanting regular guidance

Ready to connect!

Communication Blueprint

Weekly consultation sessions with a personalized communication plan and ongoing support and strategy refinement. A comprehensive support option for families seeking a structured plan and continued guidance for more complex communication needs.

Best for:

• AAC users and/or gestalt language processors

• Complex communication needs

• Consistent implementation support

• Families wanting a collaborative communication plan

This sounds great!

Additional Services

Tailored Communication Resources

Individualized resources may be created to support the use of strategies at home or school. These are designed to be simple, practical, and easy to use across daily routines.

Examples may include:

  • visual schedules

  • communication boards or choice boards

  • AAC modeling guides

  • communication strategy plans

  • caregiver or educator handouts

This sounds like what I’m looking for!

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    1. Click the "work with me" button and fill out the form

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    2. I will reach out to confirm consultation date and time

    At that time I’ll send you intake documents to fill out

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    3. We'll meet virtually or in person to discuss your family's communication needs and make a plan

Have questions or not sure this is the right fit for you?

Reach out for a free 15 minute phone call

A free 15-minute call gives us the opportunity to connect, discuss your goals, and determine the best next steps for supporting your loved ones!

Book a 15 minute phone call
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FAQ

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  • This is not meant to replace direct therapy, but enhance it!

    Consultation focuses on supporting the adults in an individual’s life—parents, caregivers, educators, and other team members—rather than providing ongoing one-on-one therapy directly.

    Through consultation, you'll receive individualized guidance, practical strategies, and customized resources designed to support communication across everyday routines and environments.

  • Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) support a wide range of communication needs across the lifespan. Areas of support may include:

    • Speech sound production and articulation

    • Language development and language delays

      • Receptive language (understanding language)

      • Expressive language (using language to communicate)

    • Social communication and pragmatic language

    • Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)

    • Gestalt Language Processing

    • Executive functioning and organization skills

    • Self-advocacy and communication confidence

    • AND MORE :)

    At The Communication Collective, services focus on empowering families, caregivers, and educators with practical strategies that support communication throughout everyday routines and environments.

  • I am located in West Chester, Pennsylvania. In person consultations can take place within 30 minutes of West Chester. However, most consultations take place virtually.

  • No, I don’t take insurance. At this time I am accepting private pay.

  • Service cost depends on type of consultation you are requesting and length of session. Once you complete the inquiry form I will reach out and send you costs associated with the service you are interested in!