Book NowHeart, Science & Joy — Meet SpeakEasy Kids
We're a team of passionate speech-language pathologists dedicated to helping every child communicate with confidence.
We Believe Every Child Deserves to Be Heard
Founded in 2010 by Dr. Emily Carter, SpeakEasy Kids was born from a simple belief: every child has something important to say, and our job is to help them say it.
Over 15 years, we've grown from a small two-therapist practice into a team of eight ASHA-certified speech-language pathologists, serving over 1,200 families with warmth, expertise, and genuine joy.
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Our Mission
Empower every child to communicate with clarity and confidence.
Our Vision
A world where no child's voice goes unheard.
Our Approach
Evidence-based, play-centered, family-inclusive therapy.
Our Promise
To treat every child as if they were our own.
Our Core Values
Everything we do is guided by these values — in the therapy room, in our communications, and in our community.
Child-First Always
Every decision starts with what is best for the child — not convenience, not routine.
Evidence-Based Practice
We stay current with research and use only methods proven to work for children.
Family Partnership
Parents are our most important partners. We coach and involve families in every step.
Joy in Learning
Therapy should feel like play. We celebrate every milestone, big and small.
Inclusion & Equity
Every child, regardless of background or ability, deserves the best care available.
Continuous Growth
We invest in ongoing training so our team is always at the forefront of the field.
Meet Our Therapists
Eight compassionate, ASHA-certified speech-language pathologists committed to your child's success.
Dr. Emily Carter
15 years specializing in language delays and AAC. PhD from Northwestern University.
Johnson
Expert in phonological disorders and Early with 10 years of experience.
Dr. Sunita Patel
Specializes in children ages 0–3, Hanen certified, bilingual in English and Hindi.
Jessica Lee
Expert in autism spectrum & language development, Floortime trained.
Our Journey So Far
From a single therapy room to a full practice — here's how SpeakEasy Kids grew alongside the families we serve.
2010 — Founded
Dr. Emily Carter opened SpeakEasy Kids with one room, two chairs, and a big dream to change children's lives through communication.
2013 — Team Expansion
Grew to a team of four SLPs and moved to a dedicated clinic space with two therapy rooms and a sensory play area.
2018 — First Award
Recognized as the region's Best Pediatric Speech Therapy Practice by HealthCare Excellence Awards for the first time.
2020 — Teletherapy Launch
Rapidly expanded teletherapy services to continue supporting families during challenging times without missing a session.
2025 — 1,200 Families
Reached the milestone of serving over 1,200 families with a team of eight therapists and a waitlist showing our growing community impact.
Certifications & Accreditations
Our commitment to quality is backed by the highest professional standards in the field.
ASHA Certified
All therapists hold the ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP).
State Licensed
Licensed by the State Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology.
Hanen Certified
Three therapists hold Hanen It Takes Two to Talk® certification for parent-implemented therapy.
HIPAA Compliant
All patient data, telehealth, and records management strictly follow HIPAA guidelines.
Stories That Inspire Us Every Day
The greatest reward is seeing a child's face light up when they say something new for the first time.
Dr. Carter is like a miracle worker. She saw potential in our daughter that we couldn't see ourselves. After just one year, our little girl is thriving.
The team's knowledge is outstanding, but what truly sets them apart is how much they genuinely care about each child. Marcus has been incredible with our son.
As a first-time parent I was so scared. The team explained everything, answered all my questions, and made me feel like a true partner in my daughter's therapy.
Come Meet Our Team
Schedule a free screening and see firsthand the warmth, expertise, and dedication that sets us apart.