Connecting the Dots, Bridging the Gap
About Us
At Bridging the Gap Speech & Language Services, we make speech, language, and educational support accessible through thoughtful, individualized care and meaningful collaboration. Our work begins with understanding the whole child—listening to families, identifying strengths, and completing comprehensive evaluations to guide next steps.
From there, we develop individualized goals that reflect each child’s needs and environment. Support may include direct therapy, consultation, or coaching for families and educators, along with practical strategies and resources that promote carryover at home and in educational settings. By working together, we connect therapy to everyday life—creating support that is purposeful, effective, and sustainable.
Our Services
At Bridging the Gap, we believe communication is connection.
Our work is rooted in helping children find their voice, strengthen their confidence, and fully participate in their world—at home, at school, and in their communities.
We are a collaborative team of licensed Speech-Language Pathologists providing individualized therapy, school partnerships, and coordinated support across educational settings. Our approach bridges the gap between clinical care, classroom needs, and family support—so progress is meaningful, consistent, and lasting.
1:1 Speech & Language Therapy
Team-Based SLP Services
School Liaison & Educational Partner
Private & Archdiocese School Specialization
Individualized, Whole-Person Care
Every client is approached as a whole person—not a diagnosis. Support is tailored to strengths, needs, and real-life environments, allowing care to evolve as communication grows.
Meaningful Collaboration
Progress happens when everyone is aligned. We work closely with schools and families to ensure communication strategies are consistent, practical, and supported across settings.
Purposeful, Evidence-Based Practice
Our work is grounded in current research and best practices, with goals that are intentional, functional, and designed to make a meaningful impact beyond sessions.
Our Three Core Pillars
Our team of professionals
Dr. Talya Sulami
Head of clinic
Dr. Tom Chie
Family doctor
George Mekler
Therapist
Elinor Jonas
Speech therapist
Lee Levin
Hospice nurse
Shaya Raviv
Nutritionist
What our patients are saying
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Lenny Yliuay
Finding the right speech therapist can be an overwhelming journey, but Barbie has been a true blessing to our family. From day one, her attention to detail and genuine patience have stood out. She doesn't just provide a service, she truly cares for our daughter’s growth and well being. Barbie and her team treat us like family, providing a level of support that goes far beyond the therapy room. We couldn’t be more grateful for the progress our daughter has made, and I would wholeheartedly recommend Barbie and her center to any family seeking exceptional care.
Gina P
