Who we are:
Houston began her career in 2016 as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant and behavioral therapist, specializing in early intervention through in-home services and social groups. She later earned her Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology graduating summa cum laude and was honored with the program’s Outstanding Student Award in 2019.
Her work as an SLP began in a public preschool setting, where she supported children with extensive support needs and led a specialized speech lab focused on articulation and natural language development. She then joined Promise Academy in the Lancaster School District, working with medically fragile students and helping launch a district-wide autism program for students with intensive behaviors. Her dedication earned her both the district-level Above and Beyond Award and the ACES Award for outstanding service.
Currently, Houston serves as a clinical supervisor at Pasadena City College, mentoring future SLPAs in the student clinic. Her clinical passions include augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), neurodiversity-affirming care, family advocacy, and social pragmatic therapy. She is actively pursuing certifications as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and in language development, deepening her expertise to better serve complex communicators.
Houston Osburn, M.S. CCC-SLP
Bailey Colon, M.S. CCC-SLP
Bailey Colon began her career in education as a substitute teacher, where she discovered her passion for working with students with disabilities. She earned her Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology, graduating summa cum laude in 2019.
Her career as an SLP began at Fontana High School, supporting students with extensive support needs. She later joined the Lancaster School District, working at the middle school level with a diverse caseload. Bailey has been instrumental in promoting inclusive education, helping students with extensive support needs successfully participate in general education electives and sports. She co-leads weekly inclusion groups with the school psychologist, focusing on social skills and emotional development.
In recognition of her leadership and impact, Bailey received the district’s ACES Award in 2024 and was named Speech-Language Pathologist of the Year in 2025.
Bailey specializes in augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), social skills development, inclusive education, and fluency disorders. She is passionate about empowering students to communicate with confidence and independence. She is currently pursuing board certifications in Behavior Analysis and Assistive Technology to further expand her skill set.
