Meet Sarah, MS, CCC-SLP

Founder & Speech-Language Pathologist

Sarah’s journey to Speech-Language Pathology is uniquely her own, rooted in a lifelong passion for caretaking and science. She initially began her studies in pre-veterinary medicine, earning a Bachelor of Science in Wildlife Science from The Ohio State University. During her time there, she discovered a profound calling and natural gift for working with children with developmental disabilities. Following her heart into human communication, she went on to earn her Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from Bowling Green State University.

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A practicing Speech-Language Pathologist since 2016, Sarah brings nearly 15 years of dedicated experience in childhood development. Her clinical background spans school-based, outpatient, and inpatient environments, where she has delivered comprehensive consultative, diagnostic, and direct treatment services. She possesses specialized expertise across a wide range of communication profiles, including: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), Language and Fluency Disorders, Articulation and Phonological Disorders and Motor Speech Disorders.

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Sarah founded First Word Speech Therapy, LLC to bridge a critical gap in community care. Recognizing that large clinical practices often face extensive waitlists and can feel clinical or detached, she established her practice on a foundation of personalized, family-centered care. By prioritizing parent involvement and delivering therapy within natural environments that align with each family's lifestyle, Sarah ensures highly effective, sustainable outcomes for the children she serves.