In this episode of More Than Words: Treating the Whole Child, host Tristen Davenport speaks with Dr. Lauren Buford, President and CEO of The KCB Play Institute in West Springfield, VA. Dr. Buford is an expert in helping neurodivergent children — especially those with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) — develop communication skills that empower them in everyday life.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
- What is Co-Treatment in Speech Therapy?
- How professionals from different disciplines collaborate for better outcomes
- Whether providers must work within the same practice for co-treatment to work
- The top benefits of co-treatment for children with speech and language challenges
- Signs that a child may be a good candidate for co-treatment
- A behind-the-scenes look at a typical co-treatment session
- Real-world success stories from Dr. Buford’s clinical practice
About Dr. Lauren Buford
Dr. Lauren Buford is a nationally certified, state-licensed pediatric speech-language pathologist passionate about helping children with autism and communication disorders. She has extensive experience in speech sound disorders, expressive/receptive language development, and social-pragmatic skills.
After earning her undergraduate degree from Hampton University and a master’s from Howard University, Dr. Buford completed her Doctorate in Speech-Language Pathology at Northwestern University. Her doctoral work focused on family-centered care and shared decision-making for children with ASD.
She is deeply committed to reducing health disparities in communication disorder treatment, advocating for policy changes, and ensuring every child has the opportunity to “find their voice.” When not working, Dr. Buford enjoys family travel, historical documentaries, and time with her pug, Sasha.
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