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Lifespan Therapy provides skilled speech-language pathology services to individuals of all ages

Services include speech/language development, articulation therapy, cognitive retraining, treatment for dysphagia/swallowing disorders, picky eaters/ARFID, aphasia and the use of AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) devices.

10/22/2026

Little Mouths, Big Impact
A Parent-Friendly Guide to Understanding Your Child's Early Development

Your child's first few years are filled with incredible milestones, but knowing what's typical, what to expect next, and when to seek additional support can feel overwhelming.

Little Mouths, Big Impact, written by speech-language pathologist and certified myofunctional therapist Alicia White, MS, CCC-SLP, CMT, QOM, is designed to help parents confidently navigate the developmental changes that take place during early childhood.

From feeding and oral development to speech, language, and important developmental milestones, this approachable guide breaks down complex topics into practical, easy-to-understand information that parents can actually use.

Whether you're a first-time parent, have questions about your child's development, or simply want to be more informed, this book helps you better understand the little changes that can make a big impact.

Because understanding your child's development shouldn't require a medical degree.

Give yourself the knowledge to recognize milestones, ask informed questions, and confidently support your child's growth.

Available now on Amazon!

https://a.co/d/07yP0JmG

10/06/2026

Today, we’re celebrating FIVE YEARS with a team of seven speech-language pathologists!

Behind that growth are the people who made it possible: the families who trusted us, the community who recommended us, and the clinicians who bring their dedication and compassion to our work every day.

From first words to meaningful conversations, it’s a privilege to be part of your stories.

Thank you for helping this little dream grow. Here’s to more connections, more milestones, and more lives touched in the years ahead! 🎉

09/13/2026

🗣️ We need YOUR voice! ACCESS TO SPEECH THERAPY IS AT RISK — AND WE NEED FAMILIES TO SPEAK UP. 🚨

If an SLP has made a difference in the life of you, your child, your parent, or someone you love, please take a few minutes to share your story.

At Lifespan Therapy, we have the privilege of seeing every day what speech-language pathology can make possible—from a child finding their voice, to someone learning to eat and swallow safely, to an adult regaining communication after an illness or injury.

But access to these services depends on our ability to continue providing them. Reimbursement for speech-language pathology has not kept pace with the cost of care, and that affects far more than SLPs. It can affect staffing, waitlists, insurance participation, and ultimately whether families can access the services they need.

This is where our families can help. ❤️

The SPEAK Project makes it easy to share how speech therapy has impacted your life. Your story can be turned into a personalized advocacy letter and shared with policymakers who need to understand why protecting access to speech-language pathology services matters.

If speech therapy has made a difference for your family, please tell your story. And if you know another family whose life has been impacted by an SLP, please SHARE this post with them.

👉 https://www.speakproject.net

ℹ️ for more information, check out this YouTube video explaining it all https://m.youtube.com/watch?mcp_token=eyJwaWQiOjI5Nzg1NTcsInNpZCI6MTY4MDUzNDY5OCwiYXgiOiJjMGMxZWJjODMzNzVlMjQ4ZTI0OTMwMmU4NjM4ZTNmOSIsInRzIjoxNzg5MzE2ODI4LCJleHAiOjE3OTE3MzYwMjh9.pZw3WxB4zrXDafKmOmlC3KW4n3dpB3BY_N6dC45bq8Q&v=AzZr9Zd9h-o&feature=youtu.be

Your story matters. So does access to care. 🗣️💜

08/31/2026

💜 WE’RE HIRING: FULL-TIME SLP! 💚

Lifespan Therapy is growing, and we’re looking for a full-time Speech-Language Pathologist to join our team beginning October 1st!

This position offers the best of both worlds—a mix of outpatient clinic-based therapy and services within local daycare settings. It’s a great fit for an SLP who enjoys variety, working with pediatric populations, and being part of a collaborative private practice team.

✨ What we offer:
💰 Competitive hourly pay based on experience $40+/hr W2
🩺 Medical & dental insurance
🌴 Paid time off (PTO)
🎉 Paid holidays
🏥 Mix of clinic + daycare-based services
🧸 Pediatric caseload with a variety of diagnoses and communication needs
🤝 Collaborative and supportive team environment
⭐ Established caseload and referral sources

📍 Lifespan Therapy | Fletcher, NC
📅 Start Date: October 1st

We’re looking for an SLP who is compassionate, dependable, collaborative, and passionate about helping children build meaningful communication skills.

Interested in joining our team? Send us a message or email your resume to learn more about the position at [email protected]!

💜 Know an SLP who would be a great fit? Tag them or share this post!

08/24/2026

🎉 Welcome to the Lifespan Therapy Team, Hannah! 🎉

We are excited to welcome Hannah to Lifespan Therapy as one of our Speech-Language Pathologists as a teletherapist! Hannah brings a personal connection to the field, valuable clinical experience, and a passion for helping patients become confident, effective communicators.

Hannah is a Greensboro, North Carolina native and a graduate of East Carolina University, where she earned both her bachelor’s degree in Speech and Hearing Sciences and her master’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders. Inspired by her own experience receiving speech therapy as a child, Hannah knew from a young age that she wanted to become a speech-language pathologist and help others find confidence in their communication.

Hannah has experience providing diagnostic and therapeutic services to individuals across the lifespan. Her clinical interests and experience include language delays, childhood apraxia of speech, articulation and phonological disorders, and fluency disorders. She utilizes a neurodiversity-affirming approach and values collaboration with patients, families, and other professionals to create meaningful, individualized treatment. Hannah is passionate about helping each patient strengthen their communication skills, advocate for themselves, and achieve goals that make a meaningful difference in everyday life.

Outside of the clinic, Hannah enjoys running, taking walks with her dog, reading, spending time at the beach, and relaxing with family and friends.

💙 Please join us in giving Hannah a warm welcome to the Lifespan Therapy family! We are so excited to have her on our team!

08/12/2026

Lifespan is expanding again! Please welcome Yeager to the team!

K. A. Yeager, M.S., CCC-SLP is a Speech-Language Pathologist certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and licensed to practice in North Carolina. Yeager has experience providing speech and language services across school, daycare, and outpatient settings and values a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach to patient care. They have worked alongside occupational therapists, physical therapists, and mental health professionals and are experienced in identifying when referrals to related services may be beneficial in supporting a child’s overall development.

Yeager has experience conducting augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) evaluations and navigating the funding process for speech-generating devices. Their clinical background also includes assisting psychologists during the assessment and diagnostic process for autism spectrum disorder. Yeager has specialized training in the assessment and treatment of childhood apraxia of speech and is trained in Dynamic Temporal and Tactile Cueing (DTTC), an evidence-based treatment approach for children with motor speech disorders.

Yeager particularly enjoys the problem-solving aspect of speech-language pathology and working through clinically challenging cases. Whether researching new treatment approaches or developing creative ways to engage children who may be hesitant to participate, they strive to individualize therapy to each patient’s needs, interests, and communication goals.

Outside of speech therapy, Yeager enjoys weightlifting, attending live music events, and exploring the natural beauty of Western North Carolina and the Southern Appalachian region.

06/25/2026

Our team just keeps growing and we are excited to have Brett with us at Lifespan Therapy!!!

Brett Morgan, M.S., CCC-SLP is a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist with more than 11 years of experience serving individuals with a wide range of speech and communication disorders. He earned his Master of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Appalachian State University in 2015 and is passionate about helping children and adults achieve meaningful improvements in their communication and overall quality of life.

Before becoming a speech-language pathologist, Brett worked as a paramedic in Asheville, North Carolina. His experience in emergency medicine strengthened his dedication to helping others and ultimately led him to pursue a career focused on communication sciences. He finds great fulfillment in partnering with clients and their families as they work toward functional, life-changing communication goals.

Outside of the clinic, Brett enjoys spending time outdoors hiking, canoeing, and biking throughout the scenic parks of Brevard, North Carolina, where he resides. He also has a passion for science and enjoys reading about quantum physics and astronomy. When he's not exploring the outdoors or learning about the universe, you'll likely find him watching science fiction films or comedies. One of his lifelong dreams is to one day visit the moon and look back at Earth from space—a reflection of his curiosity, appreciation for science, and sense of wonder.

05/18/2026

Happy National Speech-Language Pathologist Day to the profession that sees beyond “just speech.” 💜
As SLPs, we help children and adults find their voice, improve feeding skills, support swallowing, strengthen communication, and advocate for better quality of life across every stage of development.
This year, I’m especially proud to celebrate by sharing something that just became available — my book:
📚 Little Mouths, Big Impact: How Oral Function Shapes Feeding, Sleep & Speech
This book was created to help parents better understand the connections between oral function, feeding, mouth breathing, sleep, speech development, and overall regulation in a way that feels practical and approachable.
✨ Now available on Amazon! https://a.co/d/05niTlyn
Whether you’re a parent, therapist, educator, or fellow SLP, I hope it helps bring awareness to how much the mouth impacts the whole body.
Thank you to every SLP out there making a difference every single day. 💜

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to the moms who do it all — the snack makers, schedule jugglers, bedtime storytellers, homework helpers, appointment coordinators, and biggest cheerleaders. 💜

At Lifespan Therapy, we see the love, patience, and dedication you pour into your children every single day. Whether you’re supporting first words, feeding milestones, emotional regulation, school success, or simply making it through a hard season — you are making a difference.

Today we celebrate YOU.
Happy Mother’s Day from all of us at Lifespan Therapy. 🌷

05/06/2026

Breathing games that are actually building lifelong skills? Yes please 👏💨

Myofunctional therapy doesn’t always look like “therapy” — sometimes it looks like laughter, floating balls, focused breathing, and learning how to make the mouth work together as a team.

These activities help support:
• Nasal breathing
• Lip closure
• Oral airflow control
• Tongue function
• Oral motor coordination
• Attention and regulation

And the best part? Kids think they’re just playing. 🎯

Tiny exercises can create BIG impact when it comes to speech, feeding, sleep, and overall oral function. 💜

Address

4020 Hendersonville Road
Fletcher, NC
28732

Telephone

+18282224875

Website

http://www.lifespantherapytx.com/

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