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About

Katie Michels M.CD, CCC-SLP

I am the owner of Lighthouse Speech & Language and a licensed, certified speech-language pathologist practicing in both Nantucket and the Greater New Orleans area. I am passionate about providing neurodiversity-affirming speech-language therapy services in English and Spanish. 


Licensure & Certifications

  • Louisiana State Licensure through the Louisiana State Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (LBESPA) 
  • Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA)

Educational Background

  • Bachelor of Arts degree in Linguistics with a minor in Psychology from Tulane University
  • Masters of Communication Sciences and Disorders from Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center-New Orleans (LSUHSC-NO)

More About Me

I am a bilingual, neurodiversity-affirming speech-language pathologist dedicated to creating inclusive, supportive spaces for communication growth. With a strong foundation in working with individuals across diverse backgrounds, I specialize in supporting speech sound disorders, expressive and receptive language challenges, fluency skills, and autistic individuals. I am passionate about using AAC (augmentative and alternative communication) to empower communication and advocate for autonomy in all forms. My approach is rooted in play-based and sensory-regulation-informed therapy, recognizing that meaningful communication develops best in environments where individuals feel safe, understood, and motivated. As a bilingual clinician, I bring cultural and linguistic sensitivity to my practice, ensuring that therapy is respectful and responsive to each client’s unique identity. I believe in celebrating neurodiversity and meeting each person where they are, fostering connection and communication through joyful, engaging, and individualized experiences.

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