Apraxia Space

Laura Baskall-Smith, MA, CCC-SLP is an experienced speech-language pathologist specializing in the assessment and treatment of children with motor speech disorders. She has worked as a school based SLP, private practitioner, consultant and supervisor. 

Laura is the recipient of the 2016 American Speech/Language Hearing media award for garnering nationwide awareness on childhood apraxia of speech (CAS). 

She is passionate about the disorder as her own daughter also has a diagnosis of CAS, dysarthria and developmental language disorder. 

Laura is a highly sought after presenter on the topic of childhood apraxia of speech and enjoys sharing her unique knowledge and perspective as both an SLP and parent to a child with multiple speech and language disorders. 

In 2019, she published “Overcoming Apraxia” a book full of information that’s widely accepted by expert consensus. Her book details important areas every parent undoubtedly wants regarding a diagnosis and what comes after.

Stacey Landberg, MS, SLP/L

Stacey owns Chatter House Therapies, a private practice specializing in Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS) and early intervention. Beyond CAS treatment, her expertise lies in conducting comprehensive speech assessments for differential diagnosis.

Since the start of Stacey's career two decades ago, she has been honored to learn directly about CAS from experts; first from Dr. Christine Guildersleeve-Neumann, then from Dr. David Hammer, and many others including Dr. Edy Strand, Dr. Ruth Stoekel, and Dr. Patricia McCabe. Looking ahead, Stacey is thrilled to be a prospective participate in the 2025 Apraxia Kids Bootcamp.

Stacey has been guest speaking to professionals nationwide since 2015. She is a part time lecturer at CA East Bay University for SLP graduate students.

In 2019, Stacey completed a 300-hour post-graduate fellowship (LEND USC/CHLA) focusing on trauma-informed practices, advocacy, and navigating complex systems such as insurance and IEP/IDEA Law. This background equips her to advocate effectively for families during IEP meetings, ensuring children with CAS receive the support and services they need. 

Given her extensive background in early intervention, Stacey has a special interest in early identification and treatment for very young children with early signs of CAS.

Passionate about fostering learning and community, Stacey has created online support spaces since 2020. Her overarching goal is to empower families and professionals through education, connection, and improved accessibility. 

The vision of Apraxia Space has long been a goal of Stacey's, and she's excited to embark on this journey alongside you.