About Us
At Bridge the Gap Speech Therapy, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to communicate with confidence. Our mission is to bridge the gap between where a child is today and where they have the potential to be through individualized, evidence-based speech and language services that support both children and their families.
We provide personalized therapy for children ages 2 and older with a variety of communication needs, including articulation and speech sound disorders, Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS), fluency (stuttering), language disorders, social communication, and Gestalt Language Processing. Every child is unique, which is why therapy is tailored to each child's strengths, interests, and goals through engaging, play-based sessions that make learning both meaningful and fun.
At the heart of our practice is a commitment to partnering with families. In addition to direct speech and language therapy, we offer parent coaching to equip caregivers with practical, evidence-based strategies that can be naturally incorporated into everyday routines. By bridging the gap between therapy and daily life, we empower families to support their child's communication long after each session ends.
Whether your child is learning their first words, working toward clearer speech, or building confidence in their communication, Bridge the Gap Speech Therapy is dedicated to providing compassionate, family-centered care every step of the way.
Meet the Speech-Language Pathologist
M.S. CCC-SLP
Colleen is a pediatric speech-language pathologist dedicated to helping children ages 2 and up develop the communication skills they need to thrive. She believes every child deserves the opportunity to communicate with confidence and is passionate about creating engaging, individualized therapy that makes learning both meaningful and fun.
A Richmond native, Colleen returned to the area after earning her Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Longwood University and her Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from Old Dominion University. She is committed to providing evidence-based, family-centered care that empowers both children and their caregivers. By partnering with families and equipping them with practical strategies, Colleen helps carry progress beyond therapy sessions and into everyday life.
Outside of work, Colleen enjoys getting lost in a good book, staying active, and exploring everything the Richmond area has to offer. She loves building meaningful relationships with the families she serves and considers it a privilege to be part of each child's communication journey.
Every child deserves to be heard.
Send us a message today, and let’s work together to support your child’s growth, confidence, and communication skills.