Meet Ms. Katy
Kathryn (Katy) Slack, M.A., CCC-SLP is the face behind Speech in Bloom. Katy was born and raised in Greensboro, North Carolina but has made Baltimore, Maryland her home with her husband, dog, and cat. She is a huge sports fan, and is a proud supporter of the Orioles, Ravens, and University of North Carolina Tar Heels.
Katy earned her undergraduate degree in Speech and Hearing Sciences from George Washington University. Her degree included a concentration in Hearing and Deafness and a minor in Theatre. She earned her graduate degree from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro.
Katy has experience working in non-public schools, public schools, and the private practice/clinic setting. She has a passion for working with neurodivergent children and AAC users. Katy is currently licensed to practice in the state of Maryland and is certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). She is currently waiting on approval for her dual licensure to practice in the state of North Carolina, which she expects to be completed shortly. In her free time, Katy enjoys going to sports games, reading, and traveling the world.
Core Values
At Speech in Bloom, we are dedicated to providing speech and language therapy that is rooted in respect, understanding, and a commitment to every child's unique journey. Our approach is founded on the following core values:
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We believe in honoring and celebrating every child’s neurological profile. Whether neurotypical or neurodivergent, each child deserves therapy that is affirming, respectful, and tailored to their individual strengths and needs. We recognize that differences in how children think, learn, and communicate are not deficits, but valuable variations of human diversity.
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Building authentic relationships with children and families is at the heart of our approach. We prioritize fostering connection over simply achieving compliance. Our therapists take the time to build trust, create a sense of safety, and engage children through play-based, meaningful interactions. When children feel understood and connected, learning becomes a joyful, natural process.
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We believe that the best learning occurs when children are engaged in natural, meaningful activities. Play is the universal language of childhood, and we use it as a primary tool for teaching communication. Whether at home, in school, or in the community, we incorporate everyday environments into therapy to ensure skills generalize to real-life situations.
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We understand that each child and family has unique needs and goals. We work closely with parents and caregivers to develop individualized therapy plans that align with each child’s developmental stage, interests, and family context. Collaboration with families ensures that therapy is relevant, sustainable, and empowering.
We understand the diverse styles of language acquisition and offer specialized intervention for Gestalt Language Processors, who acquire language holistically and non-linearly. Our approach focuses on how these children process language in chunks or "gestalts," supporting their development through natural language acquisition. We respect the unique ways they make meaning of the world and tailor therapy to align with their cognitive and communicative processes.
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We are committed to staying at the forefront of research and evidence-based practices. We continuously seek out professional development opportunities, training, and peer collaboration to offer the most effective, up-to-date therapies. This dedication to growth ensures that we can offer your child the highest standard of care.