Deirdre Galvin-McLaughlin CCC-SLP
I am an ASHA-certified speech-language pathologist and augmentative and alternative communication specialist. I have over 5 years of clinical and research expertise in complex access challenges (motor or sensory) to technology for both children and adults. I have extensive experience in AAC funding, evaluation, and treatment. I present regionally, nationally, and internationally on topics related to AAC.
Navigating systems is challenging.
I'm here to help.
I partner with you and your team to
create a path towards achieving
your communication goals.
our current service offerings include
Individual Consulting
Expert advice , training, and troubleshooting for an individual's AAC system, accessories, or settings.
Educational, Residential, or Vocational Consulting
Partnerships with support teams to assist with implementation of complex access AAC systems
Professional Trainings
AAC trainings for professional organizations for complex access challenges to technology
conditions we treat
cerebral palsy
cortical visual impairment
deaf-blindness
spinal muscular atrophy
pediatric stroke
amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
locked-in syndrome
seizure disorders
muscular dystrophy
rett syndrome
autism spectrum disorder
rare genetic conditions
childhood degenerative conditions
progressive dystonias
rare dystonia
Krabbe's leukodystrophy
low, mid, and high-tech AAC, we use it all...
touch screen devices
& modifications
switch scanning AAC systems
eye-gaze AAC systems
joy stick control
head array control
CVI adaptations
deaf-blind adaptations
places we work
virtual services
Oregon
Washington
Massachusetts
in-person services
Greater Boston Area,
Massachusetts
(home-based)
investment
I currently only accept out-of-pocket payments for all consultations and trainings. I offer a complimentary intake call to determine what services may be needed and a quote following intake.
consultation fees: $125/hour
2-hour professional training: $500/session
fees for travel may apply
testimonials
ShaRON Elliot
Deirdre is phenomenal!!! She is an expert in her knowledge of AAC and is current with cutting edge new research, equipment and devices. She worked with my 10 year old son who has complex communication challenges, including cortical visual impairment, tirelessly for three years to trial methodologies and systems and ultimately find something that finally gave him a voice. She has made a life altering impact on my son and our family. She is a strong advocate for children with complex needs and has gone to bat against other professionals working with my son to share the research and the need to presume competence when his intellectual abilities were unknown. She is without a doubt the most skilled, thorough and committed therapist we have ever worked with.
