Nama-Say Therapy 300

Meet Meredith

Meredith Blakesley, M.S., CCC‑SLP, is a highly experienced Speech‑Language Pathologist with more than 20 years of dedication to supporting preschool and school‑age children as they grow into confident, capable communicators. She is the owner and clinical director of Nama‑Say Therapy, a private practice providing comprehensive consultation, evaluation, and individualized treatment services for school‑aged children.

Meredith brings a unique, whole‑child perspective to speech‑language therapy, integrating her background in yoga, mindfulness, and body‑based regulation strategies into clinical practice. She specializes in the assessment and treatment of the full range of speech‑language impairments, including articulation and phonological disorders, receptive and expressive language delays, social‑pragmatic communication differences, and literacy‑related language needs.

Her therapeutic approach is play‑based, child‑led, and developmentally responsive, recognizing that regulation, connection, and movement are foundational to communication. Meredith intentionally meets each child where they are, supporting not only speech and language skills, but also self‑regulation, emotional awareness, confidence, and authentic engagement. Collaboration is central to her work, and she partners closely with families, educators, and interdisciplinary teams to create meaningful progress that carries over across home, school, and community settings.

Specialties

  • Preschool and school-age speech-language services
  • Articulation and phonological disorders
  • Receptive and expressive language delays
  • Social-pragmatic communication
  • Literacy-related language needs
  • Play-based, child-led therapy
  • Self-regulation and mindfulness-based strategies
  • Family and school collaboration

Meet Amber

Amber Taylor-Soares is a Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant with 18 years of experience supporting children and their families. Her approach is neuro-affirming, child-led, and grounded in respect for each child’s unique strengths, interests, and communication style. She believes children thrive when they feel seen, heard, and empowered.

Amber has a special passion for Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and for helping children discover meaningful ways to express themselves. She also enjoys coaching parents and caregivers, offering practical, supportive strategies that build confidence and connection in everyday routines.

Outside of her professional role, Amber is a baseball fan and a proud cat mom who enjoys crafting and spending time with family and friends.

Specialties

  • Neuro-affirming, child-led therapy
  • Pediatric speech and language support
  • Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
  • Parent and caregiver coaching
  • Family-centered communication strategies
  • Strengths-based, individualized care

Meet Heather

Heather Anderson is a speech‑language assistant with over 10 years of experience supporting preschool, elementary, and middle school students in school‑based settings. She is known for her ability to meet children where they are and believes that connection always comes first. Heather uses play‑based approaches with preschool‑aged children and focuses on building trust and relationships as the foundation for learning. Her sessions feel engaging and natural—so much so that children are often unaware they’re doing “work” as they grow their communication skills, feeling supported, confident, and successful.

Outside of work, Heather is very family‑oriented and values time spent together making memories. She enjoys family fun, being outdoors, and fishing—bringing the same joy, energy, and presence into her work that she embraces in her life outside the therapy space.

Specialties

  • School-based speech and language support
  • Play-based therapy
  • Preschool through middle school services
  • Relationship-centered intervention
  • Communication skill development
  • Family collaboration and support

Meet Jennifer

Jennifer H. Bryce, M.A., CCC‑SLP, is a Speech‑Language Pathologist with more than 25 years of experience supporting individuals across the lifespan, with a clinical focus on adults living with communication, cognitive‑communication, and swallowing disorders. She is a Certified Dementia Practitioner, bringing advanced training and deep compassion to her work with individuals and families navigating memory loss and cognitive change.

Jennifer is also certified in LSVT LOUD® and eLOUD, providing specialized, evidence‑based treatment for individuals with Parkinson’s disease and other neurological conditions. Her practice is grounded in Family‑Centered Therapy, ensuring that care partners are informed, supported, and actively involved in the therapeutic process.

Known for her warm, collaborative approach, Jennifer is committed to delivering accessible, dignity‑centered care to her community. She is currently accepting new patients for communication, cognitive‑communication, and swallowing services.

Specialties

  • Adult communication disorders
  • Cognitive-communication disorders
  • Swallowing disorders (dysphagia)
  • Dementia and memory-care support
  • Parkinson’s disease and neurological conditions
  • LSVT LOUD® and eLOUD therapy
  • Family-centered care and caregiver education
  • Dignity-centered, evidence-based treatment