About Our Practice
Compassionate, Individualized Speech Therapy for Diverse Needs
We strive to provide our clients with high-quality services in English and Spanish, including evaluation, therapy, and consultation. These services are all performed by skilled and experienced speech therapists in the comfort of the client’s own home. Our approach is anchored by family engagement and participation to enhance and accelerate the outcomes of therapy. In addition to bilingual evaluations and speech-language therapy, Ms. Paula, SLP offers consultative services for parents and educators, as well as implementation training for augmentative & alternative communication (AAC) and ongoing parent/caregiver coaching.
Ms. Paula, SLP stands apart by offering a full range of bilingual therapy services and accepting a wide range of health insurance plans.
Team Members
Paula Acuña
M.A., CCC-SLP
Diana Santana
M.A., CCC-SLP
Torianna Crawford
M.S., CCC-SLP
Liliana De Leon
M.A., CCC-SLP
Maria Rosales
SLPA
Paula Acuña, M.A., CCC-SLP
Bilingual Speech-Language Pathologist
Terapeuta de habla y lenguaje bilingüe
Paula has a Masters in Speech & Hearing Sciences from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and a Bachelors in Human Communication Sciences from Northwestern University. Her research interest is in typical and atypical speech-language acquisition and development as it pertains to simultaneous and sequential Spanish–English bilinguals. She maintains an Early Intervention credential and a Professional Educator License with ESL Special Education and Bilingual Special Education Teacher-Spanish approvals.
Diana Santana, M.A., CCC-SLP
Diana Santana, M.A., CCC-SLP is a nationally certified bilingual speech-language pathologist with experience providing therapy to children ages 2 through the school-age years. Since beginning her career in the field of speech-language pathology, she has practiced in preschools, elementary schools, and via teletherapy. Her area of specialty is working with bilingual (Spanish–English) children with speech and language impairments.
Diana received her Bachelors in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Elmhurst College. She then went on to receive her Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology at Indiana University. While at Indiana University, she participated in and completed the Speech Therapy Education, Practicum, and Services (STEPS) program for Latino families. Through this program Diana obtained specialized training in providing culturally and linguistically appropriate services to Spanish–English bilingual children and their families.
Diana is located in the southwest suburbs of Chicago. When she is not providing speech-language services, she enjoys booking flights and traveling to new places. While on her trips, Diana loves trying new foods, learning about its people, and exploring nature. Diana also enjoys spending time with her family, her friends, and most importantly her dog.
Torianna Crawford, M.S., CCC-SLP
Bilingual Speech-Language Pathologist
Terapeuta de habla y lenguaje bilingüe
Torianna Crawford, M.S., CCC-SLP, is an ASHA certified speech-language pathologist with experience providing services to the pediatric population through early intervention, in preschools, and in elementary schools.
Torianna received her Bachelors in Spanish Linguistics from the University of Illinois-Chicago, and she spent a semester studying abroad in the Dominican Republic to improve her use of the Spanish language. Torianna then went on to receive her Masters degree in Speech, Language, and Learning from Northwestern University. Working for Joliet District 86, Torianna provided bilingual Spanish-English services to many of her early child and elementary students.
Torianna is located on the southside in the city of Chicago. When she is not providing services to students and clients, she enjoys trying new restaurants and cuisines around the city and posting pictures of the exquisite cuisine on her food blog on Instagram.
Liliana De Leon, M.A., CCC-SLP
Bilingual Speech-Language Pathologist
Terapeuta de habla y lenguaje bilingüe
Liliana De Leon, M.A., CCC-SLP, is an ASHA certified speech-language pathologist serving pediatric clients. She has experience providing therapy services ranging from early childhood through elementary school both in-person and via teletherapy.
Liliana received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Spanish from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. She spent a summer semester studying abroad in Spain to improve her conversational language skills. Liliana then went on to receive her Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology at Indiana University, with a concentration in bilingual (Spanish-English) service delivery. At IU, Liliana was trained to provide culturally and linguistically appropriate services to diverse clients and their families.
Liliana is located on the northwest side of Chicago. Outside of work, she enjoys visiting new coffee shops around the city, going on long walks, learning French, and spending time with family and friends.
Maria Rosales, SLPA
Maria Rosales, SLPA has a background in applied behavior analysis working as a Registered Behavior Technician. Maria has experience assisting and providing speech language therapy services for clients ages 2-22 with a range of diagnoses including Apraxia, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Developmental Delay, Down Syndrome, Learning disability and Intellectual disability. She has provided one-on-one, group, and co-treatment sessions as well as speech services in pools, known as water therapy. Maria enjoys learning and continues to expand her education with a special interest in implementation and programming of Augmentative and Alternative Communication devices.
Maria received her Associate in Applied Science at College of DuPage where she also completed the Speech Language Pathology assistant program. Maria is currently completing her Bachelors in Communication Sciences and Disorders at Elmhurst University. She also plans to further her education by completing her Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology at Elmhurst University.
Maria is located in the west suburbs of Chicago. When she is not providing services or continuing her education, she enjoys various workouts such as boxing, yoga, and hot pilates.
Johana Machuca, M.S., CF-SLP
Bilingual Speech-Language PathologistTerapeuta de habla y lenguaje bilingüe
Johana Machuca, M.S., CF-SLP is a clinical fellow speech-language pathologist with experience providing bilingual services in Spanish and English to the pediatric population and their families. She has experience assessing and treating speech and language difficulties, using augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) and working with children who have hearing loss and wear devices.Johana received her Bachelor’s degrees in Spanish and Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. She studied abroad for half a semester and provided Spanish-English tutoring services and led conversation tables to multiple classes in order to help aid in their bilingualism. She has received her Master’s degree of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from Rush University and enjoys working with families and their children on their speech and language needs. Johana is located in the northwest side of Chicago. When she is not providing services, she appreciates going on long-distance runs, escape rooms/puzzles and exploring new restaurants.
Kate Pearson, M.A., CCC-SLP, ATP
Speech-Language PathologistPatóloga del habla y lenguaje
Kate Pearson, M.A., CCC-SLP, ATP is an ASHA-certified speech-language pathologist with experience treating clients ages 3 to 22. Her areas of expertise include Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and working with young adults transitioning to postsecondary settings. Kate holds an Assistive Technology Professional certification through the Rehabilitative Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America.Kate received her Bachelors in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Northwestern University and her Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology from the University at Buffalo. She holds additional Masters degrees in Forensic Speech Science from the University of York and Special Education with a focus in Assistive Technology from Bowling Green State University. She has experience working with children and families on a variety of AAC systems using direct selection, partner-assisted scanning, eye gaze, and switch access. Kate believes that communication is a right and finding the best AAC option is a highly individualized process.Kate is based in the north shore suburbs of Chicago. When she is not working, she enjoys running and exploring the Chicago area with her husband and three dogs.
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