MEET our
Team
Our growing team of dedicated speech therapists brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to Speak 2 Me. In our commitment to evidence-based therapy, we participate in ongoing continuing education and pursue advanced training and certifications to deliver the best outcomes for our clients.
Interested in joining our team? We love collaborating with other therapists that share our passion in family-centered therapy! See what our therapists have to say about their experience with Speak 2 Me:
"My time with Speak 2 Me has been nothing but great. The learning experiences, and opportunities that I have been granted have given me a first-hand look into the field and how to become an effective and impactful therapist. My supervisor, Stephanie, has always emphasized an open-door policy, always open to answering any question right away. Stephanie puts the needs of her therapists first, which has allowed me to grow and become the therapist that I want to be. Working with Speak 2 Me, has been an amazing and collaborative experience. I am more than confident as I prepare for graduate school, hoping to become an impactful speech-language pathologist. - Cassidy Herz, current SLPA and SLP candidate
“I am so thankful for my time as an SLPA at Speak 2 Me Speech & Language Therapy. I was treated with nothing but respect. The company’s owner/my supervising SLP Stephanie was always willing to give me guidance and insights based on her many years of experience. So, if you are looking for a place to grow, learn, and work alongside amazing peers and kiddos, look no further than this company!” - Katelyn McCann, SLPA
"During my time as an SLPA with Speak 2 Me Speech & Language Therapy, I had the
opportunity to gain valuable experience and grow as a clinician. Working with families and
caregivers taught me the importance of a collaborative approach to therapy. This job allowed me to see first-hand the benefits of child-led therapy, while strengthening my therapy routines and tools. While working with Speak 2 me, I was lucky to work alongside a wonderful mentor, Stephanie, who was always willing to share her knowledge and help me reach my full potential. I'm grateful for the meaningful experiences and increased confidence I gained during my time with Speak 2 Me Speech & Language therapy." - Emily Matthews, SLP
Stephanie Alcazar, M.S., CCC-SLP
Owner, Speech-Language Pathologist
Stephanie received her bachelor's degree in psychology and public relations from Florida State University and her master's degree in speech-language pathology from Nova Southeastern University. She also holds a master's degree in integrated marketing and management. Stephanie has experience working with individuals of all ages in home health, daycares, schools (public, private, and charter), and pediatric and adult outpatient clinics.
Stephanie takes a collaborative approach to therapy as she truly understands the vital role families and caregivers have in their children's development. Stephanie is dedicated to providing families with quality care and unparalleled attention.
Stephanie has advanced training and/or certifications in:
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Hanen-Certified Speech-Language Pathologist for It Takes Two to Talk
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PROMPT (Prompts for Restructuring Oral Muscular Phonetic Targets)
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Lively Letters and Sight Words You Can See
Stephanie started Speak 2 Me Speech Therapy to make meaningful differences in people's lives through family-centered services and to develop a team that shares the same passion.
Caryn Duvall
Speech-Language Pathologist, Clinical Fellow
Caryn is a speech-language pathologist completing her 9-month clinical fellowship post graduate school. She received her undergraduate degree at the University of Cincinnati and her Master's degree at Nova Southeastern University. She joined the Speak 2 Me team in July 2023. Caryn chose this field because of her desire to make a difference and witnessing patients grow and achieve their goals. She has worked with children of all ages ranging from birth-18, and has experience working with children in their homes, schools, as well as in the outpatient/inpatient hospital setting. Caryn is dedicated to providing quality care for her clients and implementing evidence-based practice with a client-centered approach.
Cassidy Herz
Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant, Graduate Student in Speech-Language Pathology
Cassidy graduated with her Bachelor's degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University of South Florida with a Minor in Gerontology in May 2022. She joined the Speak 2 Me team in June of 2022 and has since received experience in a variety of settings - public and private schools, preschools, a behavioral clinic, as well as home visits in the natural environment. Cassidy has worked with children of all ages, from toddlers through teenagers. She chose this field because of her passion for helping others and her love for children. Currently, Cassidy is in the process of obtaining her certification from the American Speech-Language Hearing Association as Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA-C). She plans to continue her education by receiving her Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology to become a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) and is currently in graduate school.
Evan Hampton
Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant
Evan graduated with her Bachelor’s degree in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences from the University of Texas at Austin in May 2023. After receiving her Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant certification in August 2023, she gained experience working with children and adults across a variety of settings including the home, private schools, PPEC, a speech clinic, and an adult daycare center. Evan joined the Speak 2 Me team in November 2023 and since then, gained further training and knowledge in providing quality care to her clients and the families she works with. Evan chose this field because of her dedication and commitment to empower others through effective communication. She plans to continue her education and receive her Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology to become a Speech-Language Pathologist.
Sara Ottomanelli
Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant
Sara graduated with her bachelor’s degree in Childhood/Special Education from St. John’s University in May 2022 and pursued the SLP Special Student courses for Graduate School from Nova Southeastern University after graduation. She joined the Speak 2 Me team in December of 2023. Alongside her teaching experience, she had received a variety of experience working in different settings— telehealth, public and private schools, and in-home visits. Sara has worked with clients of all ages, ranging from 6 months-70 years old. She chose this field because she has a passion for helping clients foster that “Ah-ha!” moment and loves working with children. She is pursuing her Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology in the Fall of 2024. Sara is in the process of obtaining her certification from the American Speech-Language Pathology Hearing Association as a Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA-C).
