Simone Frame, MA, CCC-SLP

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FOUNDER & DIRECTOR

SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

READING INTERVENTIONIST

I am a certified speech-language pathologist (SLP) with over fifteen years of clinical experience. I believe my responsibility as a therapist is to  help empower every  client to live their most confident, secure, and joyful life.  

I have always specialized in dyslexia and enjoy training other professionals in best practices for speech, language, and literacy interventions. I created Launch to be a place where SLPs and literacy experts could work together to help individuals with communication, whether that be in oral or written form. I have always striven to be authentic, even with the youngest of clients, and believe that authenticity and  personal connection are the  keys to positive intervention. My staff reflect that core value and share a common mission of effective service. 

It has been a joy to work with so many wonderful clients over the years and to celebrate their successes with them.

 SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

Sarah is a speech-language pathology clinical fellow who recently obtained her master’s degree in communication sciences and disorders from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She fell in love with the field of speech-language pathology in high school, where she volunteered at a local elementary school, supporting the speech therapist and early childhood special education, Deaf/Hard of Hearing and 4K classrooms. She also has experience working as a preschool teacher, and academic coach for middle and high school students. These experiences helped shape Sarah’s philosophy, which puts the client and their loved ones at the forefront of therapy.

In her free time, Sarah enjoys spending time outdoors (especially by the lake!), trying new restaurants/coffee shops, and reading.

SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST 

READING INSTRUCTOR

 Laura is a certified speech-language pathologist with over 12 years of experience in a variety of pediatric settings including Birth-to-Three, clinical, public schools, and teletherapy. She started her career in Birth-to-Three which laid the foundation for her therapy approach: child-centered, play-based, fun, and functional. 

Laura is from central Illinois and has a B.S. degree in Speech & Hearing Science from the University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana, a B.A. degree in Spanish from Illinois State University, and an M.A. degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Northern Illinois University. Laura has lived in Madison for over 8 years and loves exploring the area’s beautiful parks with her dog. She enjoys playing soccer, playing piano, drawing, painting, sewing, photography, blogging, and traveling. Laura has studied abroad in Costa Rica, volunteered at an orphanage in Kathmandu, Nepal, and has seen the Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand. 

READING INSTRUCTOR

Annie holds  a Master of Education degree, with teaching licenses in the areas of Reading Teacher, Reading Specialist, Special Education, and Psychology. She brings over 25 years of public school teaching experience to Launch. She believes learning to read proficiently allows people neurological, educational, psychological, social, and linguistic advantages and is the cornerstone of living a fulfilled life. 

 Annie believes using consistent and explicit strategies in literacy instruction, catered to the needs of each student,  results in reading growth. She believes it is crucial to foster trust with her students by building positive connections with them and their families. Holding to the premise that learning is a collaborative effort, one in which each student’s voice is valued,  she feels that when students feel supported, they are more likely to engage in learning.

In her free time, Annie spends time with family and friends, walking her dogs, making art, reading, traveling, and checking out local music events. She also is an avid photographer, with interest in the areas of portraiture and street photography.

 SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

READING INSTRUCTOR

Alyssa is originally from sunny Florida, where she earned her Bachelor's in Communication Sciences and Disorders at the University of Central Florida. She continued her education in Chicago, receiving a Masters in Speech-Language Pathology from Rush University. Now graduated, Alyssa is happily settled in Madison, WI and eager to grow both professionally and clinically with Launch Speech and Reading. 

Alyssa has a passion for fostering a supportive environment for both her clients and their families by being committed to a client and family centered approach. She takes pride in creating individualized therapy plans tailored to each client's unique needs.  

Outside of work, Alyssa enjoys uncovering local coffee shop gems, nature walks during the warm months, and taking pictures of her adorable cat, Asami. 

 MATH AND READING INSTRUCTOR

Abigail is an enthusiastic educator with a B.S in Education, specialized in General Science, from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. She has experience working with children with dyslexia, dyscalculia, and ADHD as well. Abigail's professional journey is deeply intertwined with a love for creative expression and dedication to nurturing the academic and  emotional development of children. Her teaching strategies  are tailored to  individual challenges, helping each student to feel valued, understood, and supported.

Abigail's ultimate aim is to empower young minds, encouraging them to embrace their individuality and reach  their full potential, both academically and personally.

Abigail loves the natural world, too, which she explores with her dog, Enzo, along the hiking trails and dog parks. Her artistic hobbies include drawing, painting,  crafting, and building paper models.

SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

 Jamie is a speech-language pathology clinical fellow who recently completed her master's degree from UW-Madison. She is originally from Fort Collins, Colorado, where she earned her bachelor's degree in Human Development and Family Studies and a teaching license in Early Childhood Education (Birth-9). 

Jamie taught in the Poudre School District Early Childhood Program for 7 years in an elementary school setting. She has lived in Madison for 8 years with her husband and 3 little boys.  She enjoys gardening, adventuring, and keeping backyard chickens in her free time.   

She is very excited to join the Launch team, grow professionally, and serve the families of south-central Wisconsin. 

SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

Heather is a speech-language pathologist with over 19 years of experience in pediatric settings, including clinical, private practice, and public schools. Originally from Arkansas, Heather holds a BA in Communication Disorders from Harding University and an MA in Speech and Hearing Science from Indiana University. She has proudly called Wisconsin home for more than two decades.

Heather is driven by her belief that every child deserves to be seen, respected, and valued for who they are. She wants to truly understand each child’s unique strengths, needs, and personality to create a strong foundation for their therapeutic journey. She is also committed to ensuring that her clients and their families feel empowered to advocate for their needs.

In her free time, Heather enjoys outdoor adventures, whether it’s hiking, rollerblading, or off-roading in her Jeep. She also loves dancing, singing karaoke with friends (in her very own basement lounge!), and exploring her creative side through glass fusing. Heather also cherishes time with her grandkids and finds joy in relaxing with her pets—three cats and a dog.-central Wisconsin. 

SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

Amber is a speech-language pathology clinical fellow who recently obtained her master’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University of Wisconsin- River Falls.  Amber is originally from Tucson, AZ and has lived in  Madison since 2014. 

Amber has over 10 years of experience working with children of all ages and abilities. She has served her communities as a tutor, an ABA therapist, an instructional aide for students with special needs, an in-home health aide, and a preschool teacher. She has a bachelor’s degree in linguistics and loves articulation, phonology, and etymology.  Amber has a passion for empowering young people by tailoring therapy to meet her client’s specific needs and interests.

When not at work, Amber loves creating art through scrapbooking or drawing. She and her spouse  like to spend their weekends at bookstores, antique malls, and garage sales.