The Speech and Language Center

The Speech & Language Center in West Chester, PA is owned by speech-language pathologists Christina Hamill and Michelle Sharkey. Their unique strengths complement one another and make them a strong team. With the help of their amazing clinicians, they are committed to providing the best possible care to every single person who needs it.

At The SLC, the certified and licensed speech-language pathologists provide private speech therapy services at the clinic in West Chester, PA, or in the comfort of your own home. They treat a full range of disorders in infants, children, adolescents, and adults. Together this team of highly skilled clinicians use evidence-based practice to deliver the best individualized treatment. In a 1:1 speech therapy treatment, the individual has the full attention of the speech-language pathologist for the entirety of the session focusing on the client’s goals. A variety of treatment materials are utilized to address goals that are carefully crafted for each individual. Therapy services are also offered periodically in small groups.

Michelle and Christina are both moms and caregivers. They know from experience that clients are the most successful when they have the support of their families and/or caregivers. They ensure treatment plans consist of goals to educate and train families and caregivers related to the specific diagnosis and the strategies that will promote optimal speech and language skills.

Starting January 2025, The Speech & Language Center in West Chester is offering EF After School Program, held every Monday from 4–7 PM in our office. Virtual appointments are also available for added convenience! Students may sign up for a 1-hour time slot once a week or up to 3-hours weekly, all based on individual needs.

This program provides a calm, structured environment where students can:

Get support starting and completing homework
Organize their schoolwork/backpacks
Build effective study habits
Led by experienced professionals and Executive Function Specialists, this program is designed to boost confidence, improve grades, and develop essential EF strategies. Students will gain skills to become more independent and successful in managing their schoolwork for the second half of the school year.

Experienced with:

*Fluency/Stuttering
*Voice Disorders
*Articulation Disorders
*Phonological Disorders
*Motor Speech Disorders
*Childhood Apraxia of Speech
*Auditory Processing Disorders
*Executive Functioning Disorders
*Cognitive Communication Disorders
*Oral Motor and Swallowing Disorders
*Pragmatic (Social) Language Disorders
*Receptive and Expressive Language Disorders