About Me

Natalie Clausen, M.S., CCC-SLP
Speech-language pathologist

Originally from northwestern Indiana, I moved to Tucson with my family when I was in high school, and I have been here ever since. I’m married with five great kids. My children’s ages span 18 years, so I’ve had them at every age and stage.

In 2000, I graduated from the University of Arizona with a B.S. in Speech & Hearing Sciences. I continued studying at the U of A for graduate school, earning my Master of Science degree in Speech Language Pathology in 2002. I’m certified by ASHA (American Speech-Language Hearing Association) and am licensed to practice in Arizona.

I have specific training in working with toddlers who are language delayed, holding certification to teach the “It Takes Two to Talk” program by The Hanen Centre.

Types of speech-language problems I can help with

I have extensive experience working with children of all ages. I’ve treated a range of speech and language disorders, including expressive/receptive language disorders, language delay, phonological disorders, childhood apraxia of speech (CAS), residual articulation errors, and stuttering.

The focus of my current practice includes

  • phonological error patterns and literacy development in preschoolers
  • articulation errors in school-aged children, adolescents, and young adults
  • early speech and language development, with specific training in teaching early language facilitation strategies to parents of toddlers

Your child might benefit from speech therapy if…
  • You have concerns about your child’s speech and language development.
  • You’ve been told by your child’s pediatrician that you should consult with a speech-language pathologist.
  • Your preschooler mixes up different sounds or has multiple speech sounds they don’t use, making it difficult to understand their speech.
  • You have a child with hearing impairment or a history of many ear infections who is not developing the speech and language skills typical for a child of their age.
  • Your child or adolescent has trouble saying certain speech sounds, such as R, S, or TH.
  • Your child of any age feels frustration or other negative feelings related to their ability to communicate.
My Philosophy

I’m one of those lucky people who loves the field of work I’m in. The ability to communicate with others is one of the most fundamental and indispensable aspects of being human. When a child’s communication is impaired, it has an impact on many other aspects of development, including social relationships and emotional well-being. I love working with kids and seeing their confidence grow as their communication skills improve.

Besides being an SLP, I’m also mom to five kids. I’ve had the incredible experience of observing up-close the remarkable early years of language development and learning. The earliest years of communication are so important because they are the foundation for later learning and development.

When a child receives treatment for communication issues, it’s important for parents/caregivers to be involved. When selecting targets for your child’s therapy, I want to make sure that the treatment will have a functional impact on your child’s everyday interactions. As the child’s caregiver, you know best the specific areas in which your child struggles to communicate effectively. Your input is invaluable.

In addition, when family members and caregivers learn ways to support a child’s communication goals outside of therapy, the benefits can be tremendous. Your involvement in the therapy process allows for better carryover of new skills to your child’s everyday life.

Currently Accepting New Clients

If you’re interested in speech-language therapy for your child, please fill out our contact form.
I look forward to meeting you and your child!

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