Interpreter-founded ASL interpreting agency
SIA provides ASL interpreting services. We learn what you need and look for an interpreter who is a good fit. We also consider the type of appointment, your preferences, and the interpreter’s experience.
Enter Stough ConnectDifferent by design
SIA grew from firsthand experience with both interpreting and agency operations.
Ashley saw how decisions about matching, preparation, communication, and follow-through could either support an assignment or create unnecessary barriers. SIA was built to make those decisions more intentionally.
SIA was built to work differently.
Three commitments
A better experience starts with listening to everyone involved.
Deaf people should know what is happening and be able to tell SIA what works for them. You can share preferences, see who is assigned, name interpreters you want again, and give feedback.
For Deaf ConsumersSIA looks at what the appointment needs, your preferences, and the interpreter’s experience. We do not choose someone only because they are available.
For ClientsInterpreters need clear assignment details, time to prepare, control over their schedules, and support from the agency.
For InterpretersHow SIA works
SIA learns from each assignment. What you tell us can improve the next match.
You tell us what you need.
We learn about the appointment and who will be there.
We look for an interpreter who is a good fit.
We share helpful details before the appointment.
The interpreter facilitates communication.
You can share feedback and preferences.
We use what worked the next time you need an interpreter.
We use what worked to guide the next request. We will try to use preferred interpreters, but we cannot promise they will be available.
Online tools for everyone
Use Stough Connect to view assignment information, share preferences, give feedback, and stay connected with SIA.
It can show assignment details, collect preferences, and remember what worked. SIA staff make the final match.
For clients
For interpreters
For Deaf consumers
Our mission
SIA facilitates communication through skilled ASL interpreting. Deaf people have a voice in the process. Interpreters get the information and support they need. Clients know what is happening. We build each relationship with care.
The goal is simple: make it easier for people to understand the process, trust SIA, and tell us how to improve.
Read the SIA missionGrowing the profession
New interpreters need support, practice, feedback, and time to prepare.
Learn with SIA
SIA is creating a mentorship program for new and growing interpreters. It will offer guidance and support their preparation for real work.
Explore MentorshipPlanned for the future
SIA plans to offer supervised learning for interpreting students and new professionals. Internships are not open yet.
Internship Interest
Created by an interpreter
Founder, Stough Interpreting Agency
Ashley Stough is a nationally certified ASL/English interpreter with experience across healthcare, education, rehabilitation, and community settings. Her work as both an interpreter and within agency systems gave her a close view of the decisions that shape the quality of an interpreting experience long before an assignment begins.
That perspective became the foundation for Stough Interpreting Agency. SIA was designed around thoughtful matching, strong preparation, clear communication, respect for interpreter expertise, and meaningful input from Deaf consumers.
Rather than treating each assignment as an isolated transaction, the agency uses what it learns to strengthen future coordination and build more effective working relationships over time.
Our StoryServices
SIA learns what the appointment needs. Then we look for an interpreter who is a good fit. We consider the type of appointment, who will be there, and what the interpreter needs to prepare.
SIA is still confirming which services and locations will be available.
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Tell SIA about your appointment and what you need.
