Washington, DC ยท Speech-Language Pathology for All Ages

Every Voice Deserves to Be Heard

Evidence-based, compassionate speech-language therapy for children, adolescents, and adults โ€” rooted in ethics, cultural awareness, and the latest research.

Laura Crouse, MS, CCC-SLP

Laura Crouse

MS, CCC-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist

๐ŸŽ“ BS, Speech-Language Pathology โ€” The George Washington University
๐ŸŽ“ MS, Communication Sciences & Disorders โ€” University of Rhode Island
๐Ÿ“œ Orton-Gillingham Certified โ€” Literacy Specialist
๐ŸŒ Bilingual โ€” English & Spanish
๐Ÿ’ผ 7+ Years Clinical Experience
7+ Years of Experience
2 Languages Spoken
OG Certified Literacy Specialist
DMV DC ยท Maryland ยท Virginia
About Laura

A Therapist Who Truly Gets It

Laura Crouse is a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist with a passion for making high-quality therapy accessible to everyone โ€” especially those in high-need and underserved communities.

With training in both outpatient clinical and school-based settings, Laura brings a holistic perspective to each client she works with. She combines evidence-based techniques with genuine warmth, cultural sensitivity, and a commitment to partnership with clients and their families.

Laura is also certified through the Orton-Gillingham Academy, equipping her to support clients with literacy and reading challenges using multisensory, research-backed approaches.

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Evidence-Based Practice

Every therapy decision is grounded in current research and best practices in speech-language pathology.

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Culturally Responsive Care

Bilingual in English and Spanish, Laura provides therapy that honors each family's cultural background and language.

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Community-First Approach

Committed to expanding access to speech therapy for at-risk communities across the DC area and beyond.

What We Offer

Specialized Services for Every Client

From articulation and language development to literacy support and bilingual services, Laura's practice offers a full range of speech-language services for all ages.

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Speech & Articulation

Supporting children and adults who have difficulty producing sounds clearly and being understood by others.

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Language Development

Building vocabulary, grammar, comprehension, and social communication skills for clients of all ages and levels.

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Fluency & Stuttering

Evidence-based fluency therapy for children and adults, addressing both the speech patterns and confidence around communication.

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Literacy & Orton-Gillingham

Multisensory reading and spelling support for children and adults with dyslexia and other literacy challenges.

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Bilingual & Dual-Language

Speech and language therapy delivered in English and Spanish, supporting bilingual clients of all ages.

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Voice Therapy

Compassionate voice care for all clients, including gender-affirming voice training for transgender and gender-expansive individuals.

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Who We Serve

Therapy for All Ages & Backgrounds

Laura serves clients across the lifespan โ€” from young children to adults โ€” working closely with individuals, families, and support teams to ensure progress extends far beyond the therapy room.

โœ“ Infants & Toddlers (0โ€“3) with early speech or language delays
โœ“ Preschool & Early Childhood (3โ€“6)
โœ“ School-Age Children (6โ€“12)
โœ“ Adolescents (12โ€“18)
โœ“ Adults seeking speech, language, or literacy support
โœ“ Bilingual & English Language Learners of all ages
โœ“ Clients from diverse cultural backgrounds

Not Sure If You or Your Child Needs an SLP?

It can be hard to know when a speech or language concern is worth pursuing. Signs that someone may benefit from an evaluation include:

  • ๐Ÿ”ธ Difficulty being understood by others
  • ๐Ÿ”ธ Limited vocabulary for their age
  • ๐Ÿ”ธ Struggles following directions
  • ๐Ÿ”ธ Stuttering or disfluent speech
  • ๐Ÿ”ธ Challenges with reading or spelling
  • ๐Ÿ”ธ Difficulty with social conversations
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Ready to Get Started?

Reach out today to schedule a free 15-minute consultation call. We'll talk through your needs and whether Laura's practice is the right fit.

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