Based in Burlington, North Carolina
Welcome to Kirkpatrick Speech, Language, & Learning
Our mission is to build your child's confidence and guide them to discover the unique way their mind works. We believe that all students can succeed in school with the right support, and we use our expertise in speech, language, and literacy to help them get there. Your child's interests will be folded into the hard work of therapy— whether that means playing board games, creating videos, or having a Nerf gun war!
We can't wait to show you what a fun and stress-free experience learning can be.
Advanced training in dyslexia and structured literacy interventions
I create a tailored plan specifically for your child and their needs
Therapy is fun and supportive so your child can learn without stress
Convenient services in my office, at your child's school, or online
Meet Your Speech Therapist
Kellie Kirkpatrick, M.S., CCC-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist & Learning Specialist
I am a passionate speech-language pathologist with over 27 years of experience working with children and teens. I draw from my diverse background as a speech therapist, a school administrator, and a learning specialist to meet students wherever they are and help them build a strong foundation for success in school and life.
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I started Kirkpatrick Speech, Language, and Learning in order to show all students that they can speak, read, write, and thrive academically.
I embrace each student's originality, help them discover the unique way their mind works, and give them the tailored support they need to meet their goals quickly. There is no need to "wait and see" if a child will fail; instead, I work proactively to address learning challenges as they arise. My goal is to preserve each student's love of learning and give them the tools they need to listen, speak, read, and write with confidence!
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When a family enlists my services, I become part of their team. Not only do I provide speech therapy, but I also help them advocate for their child's education and connect them to resources in the community. I respect parents as the experts on their child, and I enjoy learning about each student's life, interests, and family traditions.
Advanced Trainings & Certifications
Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA
Recipient of the ASHA ACE Award
Advanced Training in Structured Literacy, Transformational Coaching, & The Neurodevelopmental Framework for Learning
Getting started with Kirkpatrick Speech, Language, & Learning is easy!
1. Free Consultation
Contact Kirkpatrick Speech for a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation. We will discuss your concerns and how our services may be of help to you.
2. Evaluation
An evaluation to identify strengths and weaknesses may be needed before services can begin. This will be determined during our initial phone conversation.
3. Speech Therapy
We will determine the best time and days to meet, and we will begin therapy right away in person or online. Weekly progress updates are provided, either in person or through email.
Offering 3 Convenient Locations
In-person speech therapy available in the Burlington, NC area. Teletherapy is provided in NC and SC.
Office
Our office provides a quiet environment with limited distractions.
School
Services are available onsite at your child's school (with permission of the school).
Online
Teletherapy is a convenient option for busy families and is available anywhere in NC and SC.
