Laurie Johnson MA, CCC-SLP

Laurie is the founder and speech-language pathologist at CSLL, Inc. Laurie received a Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Texas at Austin in 1999. She practiced in public education for six years, working with 3-21 year old students, before entering the private sector. Laurie has particular interest in autism, Asperger’s Syndrome, stuttering, and learning disabilities. She has received advanced training in the SCERTS model of assessment for autism, ILAUGH model for social cognitive deficits (Michelle Garcia Winner), as well as attending extensive workshops in additional autism and fluency research. Her operational philosophy is assessment drives intervention and therefore believes in thorough investigation prior to designing an individual intervention plan. She also believes that intervention must be functional and transformational in a child’s life.

Laurie has been married to Steve for 35 years, living in Michigan, Oregon, Texas and Minnesota. They have 2 adult children, Andrew and Kathryn. Andrew lives in Austin, Texas and is a great outdoorsman. Kathryn lives in Minnesota, with a degree in photography from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago.  The Johnsons have a new rottweiler 'puppy', Rudy, who at 90 pounds is a therapy dog in training.

Alaina Kelley | M.A., CCC - SLP

Alaina received her bachelor’s degree in Linguistics from Macalester College and her master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities in 2009. Before joining CSSLinc, Alaina completed many internships at clinics and schools in the Twin Cities, providing services to children with needs related to autism, language, articulation, stuttering, and cleft palate.

Alaina has interests in the autism spectrum, early language development, receptive/expressive language disorders, and culturally responsive care. As a student, she completed the Bilingual-Multicultural Emphasis Program Certificate and traveled to Mexico to study cross-cultural approaches to special education. Alaina is able to offer speech and language services specific to multilingual and multicultural families, with a focus on supporting the development and maintenance of both/all languages the family uses.

In her spare time Alaina loves to Irish dance.

Hannah Julien | M.A., SLP

Hannah earned her bachelor’s degree in Spanish from Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Peter, MN. Before she earned her master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, Hannah taught English in public elementary and junior high schools in Japan. Hannah’s primary clinical interests are related to the Autism Spectrum and social pragmatic communication disorders. She is also interested in issues related to atypical feeding. Hannah believes that therapy must be meaningful and motivating for the learner, and strives to provide service that is maximally functional.

Hannah completed the Bilingual-Multicultural Emphasis Program as part of her master’s degree, and spent a summer in Mexico studying bilingualism and cross cultural approaches to special education.

Outside of the world of speech and language therapy, Hannah enjoys running, cycling, spending time outdoors, and traveling. She plans to eventually earn her PhD in Speech-Language-Hearing Sciences.

Jean Bannick | MOTR/L

Jean joined CSLL, inc. in June 2010. In addition to serving children and families at CSLL Jean also currently works as an OTR/L three days a week in an Intermediate school district serving severely handicapped children ages 3-21. Jean earned both her Bachelor of Science degree in Interior Design and Masters of Occupational Therapy degree from the University of Minnesota. Jean’s previous occupational therapy experience has been in Adult physical rehabilitation both in a hospital setting and an inpatient/outpatient rehabilitation center setting. Past fieldwork experiences included adult/child outpatient rehabilitation setting, elementary school setting and a hand therapy setting. Jean also worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant for several years in a children’s hospital. Jean believes therapy should always be family-centered and meaningful for the child. Jean’s interests are in Autism, Sensory Integration and Handwriting. Jean has been trained in the Handwriting Without Tears curriculum.

Jean has been married to Matt for 22 years and they have 4 children ages 10-17. She enjoys being involved in her community, spending time with family and friends, running, playing soccer and practicing yoga.

Andrea Howard | COTA/L

Andrea has an Associate Degree from Anoka Technical College and has been a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant since spring of 2008. Andrea has worked with children and young adults with disabilities for over 10 years. She has particular experience working with diagnoses of Down Syndrome, autism and developmental delays. Andrea lives in Brooklyn Park, MN, with her husband, Brian. When she is not busy in the kitchen cooking or baking, she enjoys spending time with friends and family and being outdoors whenever possible.

Stacy Rocco | Office Manager

Stacy began working for the Center for Speech, Language and Learning, Inc. in March of 2008. She has many years of customer service experience in a variety of fields. Stacy grew up in a small town in central New Jersey. She served in the US Navy and is a Persian Gulf War Vet. Stacy and her family moved to Minnesota in 1994. She and her husband Steve have been married over 16 years and reside in Woodbury. They have two children; Steven Jr. and Kaitlyn. Stacy enjoys watching the many sports her children play, taking long walks at Battle Creek  Park, a good movie and, from time to time, going out to see one of her favorite local bands.