Welcome to Laleo Therapy!
Laleo (La-leh’-o) :
“to use words to share your thoughts.”
Laleo believes that every individual should have access to the tools needed to express their thoughts.
We specialize in bilingualism. Our primary focus is providing speech & language therapy services to bilingual individuals in the Washington D.C area. We provide both private therapy services, as well as contracting services to local school districts in need of bilingual support.
We also exist to support parents and professionals by equipping them with the tools needed to feel confident in helping children on their journey with bilingualism.
Listen to Claudia explain the myth “Bilingualism causes delays” and the evidence that proves it wrong!
Areas of Practice
Pediatric
Speech-Language Therapy
Laleo’s focus is to provide play-based therapy services rooted in current scientific evidence. We specialize in the following diagnoses: Language Delays, Developmental Language Disorders, Articulation & Phonological Disorders, and Stuttering, in monolingual and bilingual children.
Professional development
Laleo provides professional development sessions to help dissect current theories and evidence on bilingualism in order to equip educators with practical strategies for working with English Language Learners in their therapy or classrooms.
Differential Diagnosis
Speech-Language Evaluations
Bilinguals are not two monolinguals in one. Bilingualism develops uniquely in everyone. Differential diagnosis entails analyzing all possible factors to determine if a child presents with typical bilingual language development or a true speech and language dela
Consultations for SLPs
Assessing and treating bilingual individuals is complex. Each case challenges professionals to think outside the box in order to differentiate between a language difference and a true disorder. Laleo finds joy in coming alongside clinicians to review individual cases and help guide assessment and treatment decisions.
Accent Modification
Services
Laleo believes that accents should be celebrated. We strive to support second language speakers by celebrating their native language and empowering them to feel confident speaking their second language.
Consultations for Parents
Raising bilinguals is an exciting parenting goal and journey! Laleo recognizes that the process comes with a variety of questions and concerns. We pride ourselves on providing individualized guidance to help families achieve their hope of raising bilinguals!