Episode #293: Providing SLP, OT and ABA Under One Roof with Colleen Lama

What happens when collaboration is built into a practice from the very beginning? The results can be powerful for clinicians, families, and most importantly, the children we serve.

I love hearing how different professionals find their path, and Colleen Lama’s story is such a great reminder that unexpected career moments can lead to something even better. As both a speech-language pathologist and BCBA, she shares how becoming dual certified helped her better support autistic learners and inspired her to create a practice where speech therapy, occupational therapy, and ABA truly work together. We also talk about the realities of growing a multidisciplinary practice, from navigating insurance challenges to building a team that values collaboration and family-centered care. If you’ve ever wondered what it looks like to provide coordinated services under one roof, I think you’ll find plenty of practical insights and encouragement here.

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Today’s Guest:

Colleen Lama, MA, CCC-SLP, BCBA, is a speech-language pathologist and board-certified behavior analyst and the founder of Lama Pediatric Therapy. She is passionate about bridging disciplines to provide truly collaborative, family-centered care for autistic children and their families. Colleen is also the creator of the ABA Speech Connection, where she supports SLPs, BCBAs, and RBTs in learning and growing together.

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