Welcome!

I have worked aside countless therapists who have a heart to help their clients through AAC devices but do not have the time to sit down and dive deep into a program.

A lot of workplaces do not supply the site with an AAC device resulting in either not using a device or having a program but quickly plateauing in what to do next with their client let alone target their goals.

I have seen first hand the desire of so many Speech Therapists wanting to use AAC devices if it was easier to understand. With sharing my profile, my colleagues and other professionals have been able to feel more comfortable with utilizing the device in session and even making customizations to devices.

Ashley Ray CCC-SLP

Values

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Values ✿

  • Inclusion

    We believe that there is a space for everyone at the table and that our differences are what make us special. This is a safe and welcoming place for all.

  • Respect

    We believe that every person is intrinsically valuable and is deserving of respect. As such, we presume competence and give everyone the chance they deserve.

  • Team Work

    The greatest amount of success occurs when every member of the team is working together for a common goal. At Joyful Sounds Speech Therapy, we seek to come alongside you and your family and work with you to accomplish the goals that you have for your family.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The ability to communicate affects every aspect of a person’s life, and the absence of that ability can greatly impact their quality of life. 

    Being able to communicate clearly—whether it be through spoken word, use of an AAC device, sign language or written word—is absolutely essential.

    At Joyful Sounds, we believe speech therapy can be life-changing, and that is a worthwhile investment.

  • Anyone can receive speech therapy!  Speech therapy is necessary for a wide variety reasons and many people will need speech therapy at some point in their lives.  Here are just some examples of why speech therapy could be needed:

    • Hearing Impairments

    • Cognitive Delays

    • Weak Oral Muscles

    • Cleft Lip or Cleft Palate

    • Autism Spectrum Disorder

    • Dyspraxia / Apraxia

    • Feeding and Swallowing Disorders

    • Articulation

    • Fluency Disorders (such as Stuttering or Cluttering)

  • Cash, Credit Card, Apple Pay, or Venmo (Due at Time of Session)

  • Upon request, I can provide a superbill that you can submit to your insurance company for reimbursement. 

    Please note: all fees are due at the time of the session.

  • You can reach out to me here with some details on where you’re looking to start, and if you don’t know, that’s okay! I can’t wait to hear from you. ☻

  • Collaborative, honest, and straightforward. We're here to guide the process, bring ideas to the table, and keep things moving.

Testimonies

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Testimonies ✿

Testimonies

“I just want to express my gratitude for meeting Ms. Ashley. On our first day at therapy, while we were in the waiting room, they were playing Moana. My son started crying, throwing himself on the floor due to overstimulation and screaming because he wanted them to change the movie. We went outside, and when his appointment time arrived, we went to our therapy room. He was still screaming and crying. That's when Ms. Ashley suggested trying something new. I agreed, so I sat facing him backwards, and she had my son use his device to communicate his feelings. As a mom, I felt like I needed to step in and calm him, but Ms. Ashley remained very calm, patient, and helped him relax, calm down, and express his feelings through his AAC device. I felt like crying tears of excitement when he finally expressed how he felt.

Since then, Ms. Ashley has customized his AAC to his needs, his voice, his favorite activities, sounds, movies, and even food orders! Without a doubt, she has been an angel brought into our lives.” - Mari

“Ashley has been working with my son who is nonverbal autistic and we are blessed to have her help and support. I can’t say enough about Ashley she has the best patience of any therapist who has worked with my son.

She has helped accomplish milestones that I thought I would never see. She shows unwavering dedication and compassion in her work. She has gone above and beyond for him and will do so for any child. Thank you Ashley for everything you have done!” - Jenny

“Cannot say enough good things of Ms. Ashley. She did an amazing job connecting with my daughter who was non-verbal and treated us like family. She was so compassionate and loving and I immediately felt comfort knowing we were in good hands.

Ashley is very experienced and knowledgeable in AAC devices so she was able to give us constructive recommendations and guidance to support our daughter in preparations of using AAC devices or otherwise, we felt so lost and anxious. She cares personally about my daughter’s interests, keeps her motivated and meets her where she is while also helping her to thrive. She made learning so fun for her and my daughter always look forward to her sessions.

We are so blessed to work with Ashley and I would highly recommend her for anyone seeking speech therapy services for their child. ” - Annie