With 1 million neural connections forming every second, early intervention is key our approach ensures children receive the right support at the right time—both in therapy sessions and at home.
Meet Kathryn
Kathryn Billings is a certified speech-language pathologist (CCC-SLP) with a Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). With years of experience in early intervention, speech sound disorders, and parent coaching, she specializes in helping young children build strong communication skills in their most natural environment—home.
Born and raised in Colorado, Kathryn returned in 2019 after 12 years of moving across the country with her husband in the U.S. Air Force. Her extensive clinical background, combined with a deep commitment to serving families in her community, allows her to provide compassionate, results-driven in-home therapy tailored to each child’s unique needs.
A Comprehensive Approach to Speech & Language Development
At Forte Speech, we believe that true progress happens when therapy extends beyond scheduled sessions and becomes part of a child's daily life. That’s why our approach combines direct therapy with parent and caregiver education, creating a full spectrum of support for communication growth.
Traditional speech therapy alone can be effective, but when parents are actively involved, research shows that children make faster, more lasting progress. By equipping families with the knowledge and strategies they need, we ensure that learning doesn’t stop when the session ends—it becomes part of everyday interactions, from mealtime conversations to playtime engagement.
This two-part approach means that children receive expert intervention from a certified speech-language pathologist while parents gain the tools and confidence to reinforce those skills at home. With the right support, communication milestones become achievable, natural, and sustainable.