Speech-Language Pathology
Most people think of speech-language pathologists (SLPs) as the professionals who help children pronounce “R” sounds or overcome stuttering. While we do support those skills, the field of speech-language pathology is far broader, and far more medical, than most people realize.
SLP practice is grounded in neuroscience, anatomy, psychology, linguistics, and behavior. SLPs help people of all ages learn how to communicate, think, interact, and express themselves more clearly and confidently.
According to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), SLPs are trained to assess and treat challenges in:
Speech (articulation, clarity)
Language (expressive + receptive skills)
Cognition (memory, organization, executive function)
Voice (projection, quality, tone, vocal health)
Fluency (stuttering, flow)
Social communication (pragmatics, interpersonal skills)
In short, SLPs don’t just help you pronounce sounds, they help you organize ideas, communicate clearly, adapt your message for different audiences, regulate anxiety during speaking, and develop strong professional presence.
What are the benefits of working with a speech-language pathologist for communication coaching?
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.
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)
Science-Backed Insight
Support for ADHD, Anxiety, and 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.
Clear, Specific Feedback Instead of 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.
An SLP can give feedback like:
“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.
Our Training
Speech-language pathologists complete a rigorous communication-focused educational path which includes:
Bachelor’s degree in Communication Sciences
Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology
400+ hours of clinical practicum
A supervised clinical fellowship year
National certification exam
State licensure
ASHA’s Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP)
This training ensures every SLP brings expert-level knowledge in anatomy, physiology, neurology, acoustics, linguistics, counseling, and communication science.
Our Experience
Our medical SLPs have worked across multiple healthcare settings, giving them a uniquely comprehensive view of how humans communicate:
Acute care (hospital medicine, cognitive-communication)
Inpatient rehabilitation (speech, cognition, voice recovery)
Long-term acute care (medically complex patients)
Outpatient care (voice, speech, accent, fluency, social communication)
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.
Adult Coaching
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
Speech coaching
Public speaking coaching
Communication anxiety support
Executive presence and leadership communication
Workplace communication skills
Speaking practice online
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.
Let’s make communication feel clear, calm, and connected again.