Speech and Movement

Speech and Movement Holistic, affirming, strengths based speech therapy and communication coaching for kids and adults. You deserve to take care of yourself. How can I help you?

In person sessions in Louisville, KY and virtual everywhere else. Habit change expert and wellness coach for medical providers and educators. Resource for personal wellness, self-care, stress management, and simple to implement habit changes, geared towards therapists, educators, and caregivers. As a SLP, I believe that each child deserves to find their voice, and be heard and honored. As an educa

tor, I believe that each child has the ability to learn, and it is our magic power as educators to help them find the pathway to that ability. However, it can feel nearly impossible to do this when we are stressed to the max. As a caregiver, I understand the unique challenges that arise from taking care of a loved one, and I believe in taking the time to care for oneself, in order to sustain caregiver duties. As a health coach, I believe that our schools and communities need to make staff, caregiver, and student wellness NON NEGOTIABLE. We cannot work, teach, take care of others, or learn effectively if our bodies and brains are not being taken care of. I can help you figure out what that means to you, and how to actualize it. Send me a message today. Be well,
Alyson

08/25/2026

You know that deer-in-headlights feeling when all eyes are on you and all of a sudden you forget what words are?

This is not a problem with confidence, vocabulary, or focus. This is your nervous system responding to a perceived threat.

The threat could be the person/people you’re talking to, the topic, the setting, or the fear of saying “the wrong thing”... and then all of a sudden your brain has escalated to surely you will be judged and ostracized by your community and eventually penniless living in the van down by the river).

This happens to smart, capable people all the time. And, it doesn’t have to be this way forever.

I will teach you ways to train your brain to reorient back to safety and find your words and voice again. Be sure to follow me for tools, tips, and resources to help you find your voice and use it with confidence.

08/04/2026

How do I help my speech therapy and communication coaching clients unlock their own words and brains and become confident, competent communicators?

An integrative, personalized approach.

Often, people tell me “this feels like a therapy session.” GREAT. We all have so much to heal from, being Humans and all. Our sweet, innocent bodies and brains are always just trying to keep us safe.

In addition to my SLP training, I am a certified health coach through the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, a globally recognized organization.

In my private practice, I treat communication needs holistically, because that’s how bodies and brains are…intertwined.

If you’re looking for someone who wants to see the entire picture and help you put the puzzle pieces together, please click on the link in bio for a free consultation, or DM/comment below and I’ll personally reach out to you.

07/16/2026

You know that presentation you are freaking out about?

That interview that is filling you with self doubt?

The idea you are passionate about but feels too vulnerable to share?

The conversation you’ve been dreading?

Come work through that s**t. Together. In a small, intimate group with SAFETY at its core.

UnMuted: A Communication Coaching Program for Marginalized Voices is OFFICIALLY HAPPENING! Enrollment is now open and coaching starts 7/22. We’re kicking off with the virtual group, so it’s accessible to you anywhere in the world.

Nothing about this group will be perfect, and that’s the WHOLE POINT. We’re taking imperfect action to show ourselves that WE CAN, and that is how confidence is built.

Can’t make a session? Don’t sweat it. Everything is recorded for you, and there are many ways to engage, practice and get support.

With this being the pilot program, it’s the most affordable it’ll ever be, in exchange for you helping to shape the curriculum and provide feedback along the way.

What to do:
1. DM with any questions
2. Book a free consultation to talk through your goals and make sure this is the right fit for you (link in bio)
3. ENROLL and take the next step towards communicating clearly and confidently (link in bio).

07/15/2026

Do you wish you could communicate with better confidence and clarity?

Come check out UnMuted: a communication confidence program for marginalized voices.

I am offering a one day ONLY session completely free, for you to come explore, ask questions, and learn what communication coaching can do for you and your goals!

Comment “LINK” in the comments below and I will DM you the Zoom link. 1:30- 2:30 PM EST, I’ll see you there!

05/21/2026

My top public speaking tip. It all comes back to where we put our focus. 🗣️ 🧠

The waitlist for UnMuted: A Communication Confidence Program for Marginalized Voices is officially open!

Get on the list for more information at the link in bio ⬆️

Was this helpful to you? Share with your friend who is working on (or terrified of) public speaking. Together, we can make it less scary and dare I say, almost fun.

04/16/2026

Reduce speaking anxiety immediately with this one tool…

The breath 💨

Exhale longer than you inhale.

This signals to your nervous system that you are safe and allows the anxiety to start to dissipate.

We are wired to want to be accepted by others. This is basic human nature. When we communicate, we are sharing our vulnerable inner landscape. It makes sense that speaking brings up anxiety because we fear not being accepted by others because that literally used to mean you wouldn’t survive.

Add in the lens of cultural conditioning like patriarchy, sexism, racism, ableism, homophobia, xenophobia and all that other bulls**t, and it makes sense that marginalized voices feel more anxious when speaking than their cis, white, and male counterparts.

This is one of many tools to quell the anxiety and begin to share your message when and where and with whom you want to share it.

More tools coming your way. In the meantime, click on the link in bio to join our next focus group or get more info on UnMuted: A Communication Confidence Coaching Program.

Drop a 💨 in the comments below if you tried/will try this.

Keep breathing, friend.

04/15/2026

What would help you communicate more confidently?
A. Trust that you could speak without freezing
B. Let go of worries of what others think
C. Specific speaking skills to launch your ideas
D. All of the above

Register for the UnMuted focus group to share your goals and help procreate the curriculum. Link in bio.

04/14/2026

How do you communicate during conflict? Comment 1, 2, or 3 below…

1. Fight
2. Flee/get out of there as quickly as possible
3. Get quiet/play dead (fawn/freeze)

In UnMuted: A Communication Confidence Program for marginalized voices, communicating through conflict will be one of the many life-changing lessons and practices we will explore together.

Curious to learn more? There are three focus groups this week. Register at the link in bio or DM for more info.

Come share your communication goals, challenges, and help co-create this program with me.

04/09/2026

Q: What is one of the most underrated tools that confident communicators use?

Multiple choice:
A. They don’t rush
B. They take their time
C. They listen more than they speak
D. They pick a few key details but don’t overshare/over explain
E. All of the above

Do you want to feel more confident in your communication?

Join me next week for a focus group for UnMuted: A Communication Confidence Program for Marginalized Voices.

Details and registration at the link in bio ⬆️

04/08/2026

Your brain can learn ANYTHING. Including confident communication skills. Introducing 🥁 🥁 🥁…

🎤 UnMuted: A Communication Confidence Program for marginalized voices 🗣️

This is a 10 week coaching program to help you unlock your voice, take up space, and lead with confidence in your community. Join me for the free focus group to share your experience, co-create the curriculum, and get first access to the pilot program.

3 dates available— please register for the address/Zoom link at the link in bio
🗓️ April 14 5-6 PM EST
🗓️ April 16 3-4PM EST
🗓️ April 17 12-1 PM EST

Comment CONFIDENCE below if you want to connect. Otherwise, register at the Link in Bio!

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