Colleen Ashford, M.S. CCC-SLP
Bilingual Speech Language Pathology and SPED Advocacy
In-home therapist serving North San Diego County
Ashford Speech and Advocacy is a mobile practice in North County owned by Colleen Stern Ashford. Colleen specializes in working with Autistic clients with a Neurodiversity affirming and sensory informed approach and is trained in the Hanen "More than Words" program. She provides in-home AAC evaluations and consultations as well as therapy for receptive-expressive language disorders, phonological disorders and Childhood Apraxia of Speech. Aquatic-based Speech-Language Therapy is available on a seasonal basis. She believes in a person-centered approach and in educating families on evidence-based practices and disability rights. The Special Education Advocacy Services she provides are meant to educate and empower parents and to foster collaboration with school districts whenever possible. Virtual IEP Consultations available. Bilingual (English/Spanish) evaluations and services available. All ages served. Ages Served: 0-3, 04-12, 13-17, 18-22, 23 +
Education/Training
Masters Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Illinois State University
Certified Hanen Provider for "More than Words" Parent Coaching Model
Trained in the Dynamic Temporal and Tactile Cuing approach for Childhood Apraxia of Speech
Trained in Augmentative and Alternative Communication Device Assessment
Certificate of Cultural and Linguistic Diversity from Bilinguistics
Certificate of Completion of SELAS (Special Education Law Advocacy Series) from University of San Diego School of Law
Bio
In my seven year career as an SLP I have worked in public schools, private clinics and family homes. As a Hanen Trained SLP, working in a child's home alongside their parents is my favorite way to practice because I see the best results from collaboration. I speak Spanish as my second language and am committed to cultural responsiveness and LGBTQ allyship in my practice.
I provide strengths-based and neurodiversity affirming speech-language therapy for clients who have an Autism diagnosis. This means honoring a child's unique sensory profile and providing AAC access and education when needed. I also have experience working with clients who were born premature, have hearing loss, chromosomal differences, learning disabilities and motor speech disorders.
I am an advocate at my core and committed to helping my clients by equipping their families with evidence-based strategies, a strong understanding of their educational rights, and a deeper connection to their disability community.
I am here to listen to you and be a part of your community of support.
Memberships
American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA)
Other Languages
Spanish
Payments Accepted
Private pay/cash
sdrc vendor #3306
Hours:8am-5pm
Cost/Session
$100-200 depending on service
License:28381
Helpful Links
 Autism Society San Diego Community Resource Map:
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Hanen Programs:
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San Diego Regional Center Early Start Services:
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Practice Areas/Issues Treated
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Speech-Language Therapy
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Developmental Delays
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Adult Speech/Language Disorders
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Language-Based Learning Disabilities
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Apraxia
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Motor Speech Disorders
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Autism Spectrum Disorders
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Speech Sound Disorders
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Child Speech/Language Disorders
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Licenses/Certifications
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ASHA Certified Speech-Language Pathologist (CCC-SLP)
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Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (State)
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