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Meet Our Team

Together we build meaningful relationships and connections with our clients and their families.

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Ashley Merichko, M.S.,CCC-SLP

Co-Founder, Speech-Language Pathologist

                                                                As the owner of an outpatient speech therapy company, I am passionate about helping

                                                              children and families find their voice, build confidence, and develop greater

                                                              independence. With more than 10 years of experience in the field of speech-language

                                                              therapy, I have had the privilege of supporting children with a wide range of

                                                              communication needs, with a strong focus on autism, language development, selective

                                                              mutism, and childhood apraxia of speech.

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                                                     I believe every child deserves individualized, compassionate care and a team that truly

                                                     listens to their needs. I love partnering with families and school districts to create meaningful,

                                                     collaborative support that helps children thrive—not just in therapy, but at home, at school, and

                                                     in their communities.​ I am always looking for ways to grow, improve, and make a difference.

 

Building my own company was a dream, and being able to turn that dream into an opportunity to provide quality services and support to families is one of the greatest gifts.​

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Outside of work, life is just as busy and full of joy. I am a wife and mom of two, a dog mom to two dogs, and somehow also a chicken keeper! I love being outdoors, spending time with my family, and working in the garden.

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At the heart of everything I do is one simple goal: to do what is best for the child and family. I am incredibly grateful to do work that allows me to support growth, connection, communication, and independence every day.​

Advanced Training & Certifications:

  • American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) - Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP)

  • ASHA - Award for Continuing Education (ACE) for achievements in continuing education

  • Pennsylvania Instruction Certificate Level II - Speech & Language Impaired

  • Pennsylvania Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs - Speech-Language Pathologist License

  • LSVT LOUD Certified Clinician

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Kelly Stewart Nace, M.S., CCC-SLP

Co-Founder, Speech-Language Pathologist

Kelly is a pediatric speech therapist with over 17 years of experience working in early intervention, public schools, and private school settings. She is fluent in American Sign Language and has been an Educational Interpreter for the Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing. Throughout her career, Kelly has developed a passion for language learning and recognizes how powerful language is for human connection. She often reiterates that language opportunities exist everywhere, in everything we do, large or small.

Kelly earned her master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology at Indiana University of Pennsylvania and has since worked with children of all ages and abilities. She believes that serving children with special needs is her true vocation in life, and she is dedicated to embedding opportunities for connection, vocabulary enrichment, and robust language skills into her therapy sessions. Kelly is passionate about serving children with complex communication needs and honors and respects all forms of communication–including oral speech, AAC, and sign language. 

 

Outside of work, Kelly enjoys spending time with her fabulous husband, her two amazingly terrific teenage daughters, and her three rescue dogs. She and her family love to take road trips and spend time outdoors, especially near the water. 

 

Advanced Training & Certifications:

  • American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) - Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP)

  • ASHA - Award for Continuing Education (ACE) for achievements in continuing education

  • Pennsylvania Instruction Certificate Level II - Speech & Language Impaired

  • Pennsylvania Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs - Speech-Language Pathologist License 

  • LAMP Words for Life trained professional

Lauren Johnson, M.S., CCC-SLP

Speech-Language Pathologist

Lauren is a speech therapist with over 5 years of diverse clinical experience including working with children in early intervention programs, public and charter schools, specialized classrooms, and private therapy environments. Lauren holds a Master of Science in Communication Disorders from William Paterson University, certification from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and licenses in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Lauren’s specialization encompasses a broad range of disorders, including autism spectrum disorder, language delays, articulation and phonological disorders, childhood apraxia of speech, fluency, and auditory processing disorders. Lauren is passionate about AAC, and has experience working with programs such as TDSnap, TouchChat, Go Talk, and LAMP.

At the heart of Lauren’s practice is a child-led and play-based approach to therapy, designed to help children reach their fullest potential. Lauren believes in tailoring each therapy plan to the unique needs of the individual, ensuring that every session is both effective and enjoyable. Lauren’s compassion and empathy are key in establishing a trusting relationship with each client and their family members, ensuring an environment where they feel supported and understood. Beyond her clinical work, Lauren is devoted to mentoring the next generation of speech-language pathologists, sharing her knowledge and fostering professional growth. 

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In her free time, Lauren enjoys traveling and being outdoors through activities like hiking, golfing, and snowboarding. She also has a passion for plants and thrifting, and she cherishes quality moments with her family and friends.

 

Advanced Training & Certifications:​

  • American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) - Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP)

  • Pennsylvania Educational Specialist I - School Speech & Language Pathologist PK-12

  • Pennsylvania Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs - Speech-Language Pathologist License 

  • New Jersey State Licensure in Speech-Language Pathology

  • New Jersey Speech Language Specialist Certificate

  • LAMP Words for Life trained professional

  • ASHA - Award for Continuing Education (ACE) for achievements in continuing education

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Eliza Huston, M.S., CF-SLP

Speech-Language Pathology Clinical Fellow

                      Eliza is a speech language pathology clinical fellow who earned both her

                      Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Communication Science and Disorders from

                      Indiana University of Pennsylvania.

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                      She enjoys working with young children with speech sound disorders as well as

                      early language and speech delays. She has experience treating a variety of

                      communication needs, including fluency disorders, articulation and phonological

                      disorders, autism spectrum disorder, social/pragmatic language, and early

                      language delays.

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In addition to private practice, Eliza has also gained school-based experience, working collaboratively with teachers, students, and families to support success in the classroom and beyond. She takes a guided approach to therapy while incorporating play-based interventions to foster engagement, build strong rapport, and create positive relationships with clients and their families.

 

In her free time, Eliza enjoys reading, baking, golfing, playing video games, and spending time with loved ones.

Gwenyth Hoffman, M.S., CF-SLP

Speech-Language Pathology Clinical Fellow

Gwenyth graduated from the Pennsylvania Western University (California Campus) in 2025 with her Master's of Science in Speech Language Pathology. Gwenyth has over 1.5 years of on-site clinical experience working with children in public school settings and private therapy environments. Gwenyth's specialization encompasses a broad range of disorders including, but not limited to, articulation and phonological disorders, Autism, fluency, and language delays. Gwenyth also has experience working with various AAC programs such as TD Snap and LAMP. 

At the core of Gwenyth's practice is a play-based therapy method specificially tailored to each child's individualistic needs. Gwenyth believes that using child-led and play-based therapy methods that are individualized are the most effective and enjoyable method to improving your child's speech and language skills. ​

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In her free time, Gwenyth enjoys activities like shopping, reading, and going for walks. She also has a passion for animals and enjoys quality time with her family and friends. 

Advanced Trainings:​

  • SPEAK OUT! and LOUD Crowd Training

  • Supported Conversation for Adults with Aphasia (SCA)

  • Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) 101 Training

  • Interdisciplinary Physical Therapy Transfer Training

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The activities Kelly completed with my daughter both in person and virtually kept her attention and had her excited for each session!

Kelly worked with my daughter during multiple school years for speech therapy, both in-person, and virtually during the pandemic. Kelly provided us with many activities to work on at home as a family to help strengthen my daughter’s speech skills. The activities Kelly completed with my daughter both in person and virtually kept her attention and had her excited for each session! Going to speech therapy was never a chore for my daughter, but a time she looked forward to with Kelly, and a time to grow and learn. Kelly truly cares about her students and puts much time and effort into each session to make sure that the child leaves speech therapy confident and ready with the knowledge of how to use their speech. Not only that, the constant communication I experienced with Kelly kept me well-informed of my daughter’s growth in speech therapy. My daughter has since graduated from speech and still speaks highly of Kelly, and loves to see her in the elementary school and say hello. I highly recommend Kelly for speech therapy and am thankful to have met her and have had her as my daughter’s speech therapist.

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~ Amanda, Parent

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