About
Meredith Harrison, M.S. CCC-SLP, is an ASHA certified Speech-Language Pathologist with over a decade of experience in the field. She has evaluated and treated a variety of speech, language, and feeding disorders and has worked with children of all ages in clinical, school, daycare, and home settings. After receiving her master’s degree from New York University in 2013, Meredith started her career in the New York City public schools with Kindergarten through 8th grade students. She relocated to Chicago in 2018 to return to the midwest (originally from Columbia, MO!) and spent over four years in a pediatric clinic and therapeutic preschool where she specialized in expanding the communication skills of autistic 2- to 5-year-olds. There, Meredith cherished working closely with families to provide multidisciplinary, family-centered care. Now, with Little Giggles (her AIM screen name back in 1999!), by providing both individual therapy and group classes, she hopes to reach even more families and communities.
As a mom, Meredith understands the significance of building friendships and community relationships to navigate the challenges of parenting. She also knows what it’s like to want the best care and support for your child. Whether in group classes or individual sessions, she ensures her clients’ parents understand her methods, home practice activities, and expected outcomes. Meredith is committed to providing respectful, kind, and nonjudgmental guidance to foster confidence in your ability to enhance your child's communication, social, and play development.
Meredith, along with her husband and two daughters, lives in Lakeview, where they enjoy lakefront bike rides and year-round ice cream.
Meredith’s approach and philosophy
My approach is centered around the belief that communication is a fundamental human need, and that everyone has the right to communicate effectively. Most motivating to me is my love of helping others and joy in working with young children.
One of my passions is singing and, as music is a powerful tool in speech and language acquisition, singing is an important part of my sessions. My teaching style is positive, upbeat, and playful, focusing on your child’s interests and skills to expand communication. My communication with families is prompt, supportive, and honest.
I look forward to working with your family and helping your child grow!
As a compassionate, inclusive, and informed therapist, I:
treat every individual with respect, empathy, and kindness
create a safe, nurturing environment where clients feel comfortable expressing themselves and their needs
understand that communication looks different for everyone and accept all forms as meaningful and appropriate
listen to my clients' concerns and work with them to develop personalized plans that address their unique communication goals
celebrate diversity and embrace cultural differences, understanding that every person's communication style is shaped by their individual experiences and background
stay up-to-date on the latest research and best practices in the field, in order to provide the most effective and compassionate care
work collaboratively with families, teachers, and other professionals to provide holistic and comprehensive care
advocate for my clients and their families, helping them access the resources they need to succeed