Your words bring your plans to life.

Speaking Forward helps you to master skills in executive functioning and communication that support you in advanced academics, professional life, and “adulting”— with empathy and humor.

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Specialized Support, Rooted in Experience

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Speaking Forward offers one-on-one, neurodiversity-affirming executive function coaching and speech-language pathology services to adults and adolescents, with a dual focus on maximizing strengths and problem-solving.

Jessica Bauman, MA, CCC-SLP, brings her nearly twenty years of experience as an educator, coach, and speech-language pathologist to meet clients wherever they are on their journeys toward their educational, professional, and life goals.

Jessica is licensed as a speech-language pathologist in Maryland, the District of Columbia, Virginia, Pennsylvania, and New York. She is a member of ADHD Coaches Organization (ACO), Children & Adults with ADD (CHADD), and WISER DC.

Services

Informational Call

We will talk for up to thirty minutes on a video or voice call to learn more about each other and determine next steps, at no cost.

Use the “Book now” button above or send an email to jessica@speaking-forward.com to schedule.

Virtual Sessions

Together we will develop and execute a plan to achieve your goals and address your challenges in executive functioning and communication. The duration of the plan will vary based on your goals, progress, and preferences.

Intended primarily for clients seeking support in advanced academics, professional life, and “adulting.”

Sessions are delivered via HIPAA-compliant Zoom calls. Sessions are typically one-hour weekly meetings with follow-up by text; customization is possible.

In-Person Sessions

Limited availability in the Washington, DC area.

Intended primarily for clients seeking support in the set-up and management of household organization. Custom schedules are available.