Speech Language Pathologist 

Abby Anderson, M.S. CCC-SLP

Abby is an ASHA-certified speech-language pathologist based in the Chicago suburbs of Illinois.  She received her undergraduate and graduate degrees from Elmhurst University in Illinois and a Certificate in Telehealth from the American College of Education.  She also works as an elementary school speech-language pathologist-- at the elementary school she attended!  Abby has a wide variety of experience working with children in the areas of articulation, expressive/receptive language, fluency, and pragmatic language.   

Abby has always known she wanted to work with kids, which gave her the opportunity to have wonderful experiences working with children ages 2-21 in both the clinical and school settings while in graduate school and into her professional career as a speech-language pathologist. Abby highly values the rapport between her clients and herself so each child can feel comfortable and confident to pursue their unique learning process at the pace they require to learn.  She believes her role is to create an environment that sparks inspiration so that kids feel empowered to learn and provide opportunities for kids to learn the specific speech and language skills they need to thrive.  Abby is also passionate about developing collaborative and understanding relationships with families. Outside of speech therapy, Abby enjoys listening to music, traveling, reading books, and spending time with family.

Speech Language Pathologist

Melanie Krupowicz, M.S. CCC-SLP

Melanie Krupowicz is an ASHA certified speech-language pathologist licensed in Illinois and is also a credentialed Illinois Early Intervention provider. Melanie received her Bachelor’s degree from the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign and her Master’s from Illinois State University. She has over 7 years experience working with the pediatric population aged birth-21 in homes, at schools, in a clinic, and via teletherapy. She currently resides in the Northwest suburbs with her husband and young daughter. 

Melanie has had the opportunity to diagnose and treat children with a wide variety of communication disorders. She has extensive experience in the areas of expressive and receptive language, articulation, phonological disorders, social pragmatic language, and stuttering/fluency. If you live in the Northwest suburbs, Melanie will come to your home!

Melanie is committed to providing fun, play-based therapy tailored to meet her clients’ individual needs. She is a warm, compassionate therapist who prioritizes building positive relationships with the families she works with and focuses on each child’s unique strengths. She is passionate about collaborating as a team with her families to help their child become confident communicators! 

Speech Language Pathologist

Emily Klipstein M.A. CCC-SLP

Emily is a licensed speech-language pathologist in Illinois and holds her Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). She received her Bachelor’s and Master’s degree from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Emily also works as a speech-language pathologist in the early childhood/elementary school setting and also has experience working with adults in skilled nursing facilities. She has a wide range of experience working in the areas of articulation/phonology, expressive and receptive language, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), stuttering/fluency, cognitive-communication, and pragmatic language. She currently resides in the Chicagoland area. 

Emily’s love for the field of speech-language pathology continues to grow every day. She believes that the first step in a successful therapy journey is building a trusting relationship between the child, family, and herself.  She is an empathetic and committed therapist that prides herself in the connections she builds with others. She strives to make therapy sessions engaging by catering sessions to the interests of the child as well as functional by ensuring goals relate to the child’s everyday life. Emily is passionate about ensuring all children have access to communication. If you live in the Chicagoland area, she will travel to your home!

In Emily’s free time, she enjoys reading, doing yoga, traveling, trying new restaurants with friends and family, and going for long walks/bike rides. She is looking forward to working with your child and helping them meet their goals!

Speech Language Pathologist

Carlie Martin M.S. CCC-SLP

Carlie Martin is a state licensed and nationally certified pediatric speech-language pathologist. As a New England Native, Carlie received her bachelor’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders with a minor in Human Development and Family Studies from the University of Rhode Island. She received her Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology at the University of New Hampshire with a focus in pediatrics.

Carlie is dedicated to providing evidence based, quality intervention to children ages birth to school-aged in their homes, daycares, or preschools. She works closely with parents and other team members including occupational therapists, behavioral therapists, feeding specialists, and special educators to facilitate a multi-disciplinary approach centering around a child’s interests, daily routines, and natural interactions. Carlie is passionate about targeting functional communication through play, connection, and collaboration.

Outside of work, Carlie loves to spend time traveling with her Fiancée, Brian, or hiking with her dog, Sawyer.

Speech Language Pathologist

Anna Davis MHS, CCC-SLP

Anna is an ASHA-certified speech-language pathologist based in the northern suburbs of Chicago. She earned both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from the University of Missouri, where she also competed as a Division I student-athlete on the swim team. Her strong background in Communication Science and Disorders, along with a secondary focus in Psychology, fuels her passion for helping children build confidence and meaningful communication skills.

Anna also currently works at an elementary school, where she supports students in grades 2–6 with a variety of speech and language needs, including autism and other communication disorders. She has also served as a case manager and therapist for preschool students, working closely with families and school staff to support children from diverse backgrounds. Her experience includes both school and clinical settings, with a strong foundation in AAC, expressive/receptive language, social communication, articulation and phonology.

Anna believes that successful therapy starts with a strong connection between the child, family, and therapist. She is passionate about creating a safe and engaging space where children can grow at their own pace and feel empowered to express themselves. She values collaboration with families and educational teams to ensure each child receives well-rounded, personalized support.

Outside of speech therapy, Anna enjoys staying active, traveling, and spending time with friends and family. She’s excited to continue making a positive impact in the lives of the children and families she works with!

Speech Language Pathologist

Jenna Cairo M.S. CCC-SLP

Jenna is a licensed speech and language pathologist in Illinois who has been practicing for 10+ years. She received her undergraduate degree from Augustana College and her graduate degree at Eastern Illinois University. She is currently employed at  a suburban high school and work with students of varying disabilities. Jenna has  expertise with AAC devices and language development. She also has experience in treating articulation & fluency disorders. Jenna is a NLA (Natural language acquisition) Trained Clinician as well as an AAC + GLP (Gestalt Language Processing) trained clinician.

Jenna is a passionate SLP who believes in the importance of collaboration with families and other team members in order to see the most progress in children's speech and language skills. In her free time, she loves spending time with her husband, two little girls and her dog! 

Speech Language Pathologist

Violette Shearer, MHS, CCC-SLP

Violette Shearer is a licensed speech-language pathologist in Illinois and holds her Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). She provides services in English and Spanish. She received her Bachelor's degree from Marquette University in Wisconsin, and also completed a double major in Spanish for the Health Professions. She received her Masters degree from Governors State University in Illinois. Violette also works as an Early Childhood teacher and speech language pathologist in a Preschool through kindergarten building. She has experience working with adults in skilled nursing facilities, and children and teenagers in the private clinic settings. She has a range of experience working in the areas of articulation/phonology, expressive and receptive language, stuttering/fluency, cognitive communication, and pragmatic language.

She has experience working with children with hearing loss, Down-syndrome, Autism spectrum disorder, speech language impairments,
intellectual disabilities, behavioral disabilities, and developmental delays.  Violette has experience translating in English and Spanish. Violette really enjoys working with children of all ages. She incorporates care and fun into her speech therapy sessions, and recognizes the importance of building rapport with clients and families.

Violette brings energy and enthusiasm to each therapy sessions, and cares about the client and their family. She feels that it is important to incorporate the interests of the child into each
and every therapy session and makes sure each child feels cared for and supported. Violette will travel to your home and will also provide therapy services virtually.

Violette currently resides in the Mount Prospect area with her fiancé. In her free time, she enjoys reading, dancing, traveling, gardening, visiting new places, traveling, sight-seeing in Chicago, crafting, going to the Mount Prospect library, and spending time with friends and family. She is always looking to participate in more activities in her free time! She feels very fortunate to be a part of the Speech and Language for Kids team and is looking forward to working with you and your child.