Meet our team.
Founder & Speech-Language Pathologist
Taylor D’Aries M.S. CCC-SLP / TSSLD
Taylor D’Aries M.S. CCC-SLP/TSSLD received her Master’s degree in Communication Science from CUNY Hunter in 2011. Taylor followed her academic passion for the neuroscience of communication to NYU Langone Medical Center, where she worked with children recovering from strokes and brain injuries. In 2014 Taylor moved to New Delhi, India to become a live-in, full-time speech therapist for a 24 year-old traumatic brain injury survivor and her family. After recognizing the high need for skilled speech-language intervention within the Delhi community, Taylor began a private practice, which serviced local Indian families and the children of expats from around the globe living in Delhi. Before returning to New York City in 2018, Taylor co-founded one of India’s first Early Intervention Centers, which aimed to educate the parent and medical community about the importance of starting therapy early in a child’s life.
Back in New York, Taylor dove into private practice and graduate level clinical instruction at Columbia University’s Teacher’s College. While readjusting to life back in the U.S., Taylor continued to deepen and diversify her clinical skill set. During this time she developed the framework for Brooklyn Speech Therapy: A private practice that integrates the neuroscience and team-work from her hospital days, with the unconventional, home-based care of her work in India. Since 2020, Taylor and Brooklyn Speech Therapy have created a space that empowers young communicators and their families through joyful learning experiences in the comfort of their homes. Today, Brooklyn Speech Therapy is a growing group of collaborative speech therapists who share the values of: cultural fluency, creative intervention, and care that integrates into everyday family life.
Meet our therapists.
Norma Chabbott M.S. CCC-SLP/CBIS
Norma Chabbott is a licensed and certified Speech-Language Pathologist in New York State holding the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). Norma received her Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from CUNY Brooklyn College in 2016.
Norma specializes in the acquisition and restoration of speech-language skills, including speech and language delay, aphasia, and apraxia of speech. Norma is a certified brain injury specialist who possesses a keen understanding of the neurological foundation of communication. Knowledge of how to help individuals re-learn their communication skills, helps Norma bring a unique perspective when helping children overcome delays in their development.
Norma lends her expertise to Brooklyn Speech Therapy outside of her work in the hospital setting. There, she helps her patients regain their language skills, overcome oral-motor muscle weakness, challenges related to apraxia of speech and swallowing. As a supervisor to graduate students, Norma stays plugged into the most up-to-date clinical practices, and the notion that we never stop learning to best help our clients.
Norma is currently satisfying clinical curiosities in the areas of speech sound disorders and myofascial release for voice treatment. Outside of work, Norma enjoys playing pickleball with family, badminton, meditation, and reading historical fiction novels.
Lighting Round Q&A With Norma!
What made you want to be a speech therapist?
I needed speech therapy as a child, initially coming in just for a lisp. My speech therapist diagnosed me with an expressive-receptive language disorder, which explained me falling behind in school. I have my speech therapist to thank both for overcoming these challenges and giving me the ultimate career inspiration!
What is your favorite toy or game to play with your kids in sessions?
I love “mini-objects”, which are exactly what they sound like. Nothing grabs the attention of little kids more, and there are no limits as to what can be targeted with them: categorization, articulation, sentence expansion, and more.
There is never one clinical strategy that works for every child, but what is one of your “go-to’s”?
Adding in visual cues to my models always kicks things up a notch.
Jodie Wong, M.S. CCC-SLP/TSSLD
Jodie Wong is a licensed and certified Speech-Language Pathologist in New York State holding the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). Jodie received her Master’s degree from SUNY New Paltz in 2016.
Jodie’s diverse clinical background includes work in school-based settings, early intervention, and private practice. Jodie is Level 2 PROMPT trained, and has completed advanced coursework and training in reading sciences, structured literacy, Fundations, and Lively Letters. She is skilled in treating a wide range of speech and language disorders, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), developmental delays, expressive and receptive language disorders, voice disorders, articulation and phonological disorders, aphasia, and Cerebral Palsy.
Jodie is a multilingual speaker of English, Cantonese, and conversational French. Jodie has most recently deepened her repertoire of targeted interventions in the areas of gestalt language processing, phonological processes, articulation disorders, and fluency. Jodie’s approach emphasizes building strong relationships with her clients and their families, fostering open communication and getting creative with her treatment plans.
Outside of work Jodie enjoys running marathons, hiking, traveling, and spending time with her dog, Momo.
Lighting Round Q&A With Jodie!
What made you want to be a speech therapist?
While living in France, I had the opportunity to work with two French children to improve their English-speaking skills, focusing on accent and language development. This experience sparked my interest in speech therapy, leading me to explore the field further and eventually apply to a speech-language program in the United States.
What is your favorite toy or game to play with your kids in sessions?
My favorite therapy toy is "Pop the Pig." It turns language and articulation practice into pure fun, with students eagerly feeding the pig and watching him pop with excitement!
There is never one clinical strategy that works for every child, but what is one of your “go-to’s”?
I love to follow the child’s lead in clinical sessions, incorporating their interests into our activities. This approach not only makes the therapy more engaging for them but also helps target their speech and language skills more effectively.
Daniel Campollo, M.S. CCC-SLP/TSSLD-BE
Daniel Campollo is a licensed and certified Speech-Language Pathologist in New York State holding the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). Daniel received his Master’s degree from Columbia University, Teacher’s College in 2020.
Daniel brings a broad clinical skill-set and a neuro-diversity affirming approach to BKST. He has experience in the treatment of developmental speech and language delays, pediatric feeding and swallowing challenges, and the implementation of assistive technology for communication (AAC). Daniel currently works full-time inpatient (working in Neonatal ICU, Pediatric floor, Pediatric ICU) with medically fragile/complex infants/toddlers and outpatient clinic providing skilled therapy to toddlers, preschool and elementary age children. He primarily focuses on early communication, feeding challenges, and complex communication needs.
Daniel is a certified bilingual therapist in English and Spanish, and brings a strong ethos of cultural sensitivity to his practice. Understanding that a family’s individual culture impacts their perspective and priorities for development, Daniel strives to tailor his services accordingly. In the past Daniel has run communication camps for children learning to use assistive and augmentative communication devices, and has provided therapy to elementary aged students in NYC’s public school system
Daniel is currently exploring ways to utilize AAC systems to support early speech delays, and is interested in program development for the speech-language field. Outside of work Daniel hang out with his two dogs, Pluto and Roo, play video games, watch/play soccer and go to unique events around the city!
Lighting Round Q&A With Daniel!
What made you want to be a speech therapist?
Laregely, my younger brother, David! From a young age, I saw first-hand the impact communication has on an individual and their family. From facing communication challenges together, and navigating the education and healthcare fields, I learned how SLP’s play a vital role in supporting communication and feeding difficulties
What is your favorite toy or game to play with your kids in sessions?
Whatever the child likes to do! Personally, I find active movement (since kids are busy bodies!) to typically be my go-to or following their favorite themes to get the most engagement and fun.
There is never one clinical strategy that works for every child, but what is one of your “go-to’s”?
Typically strategies that revolve around these 3 pillars: fun, child-led, and “game-like!”
Dina Kospetas M.S. CCC-SLP/TSSLD
Dina Kospetas is a licensed and certified Speech-Language Pathologist in New York State holding the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). Dina received her master’s degree in Communication Sciences from New York University in 2015.
Throughout her career, Dina has developed expertise in a range of areas, including autism spectrum disorders, articulation, fluency, early intervention, feeding and swallowing disorders and alternative and augmentative communication (AAC). She is especially passionate about coaching parents and forming connections with her clients and their families. Earlier in her career, Dina was a research assistant at NYU’s Motor Speech Laboratory, and has specialized training in a swimming program for children with special needs.
Dina is a bilingual speaker of English and Greek. She lends her expertise to Brooklyn Speech Therapy outside of her work in the NYC public school system. There, she works with autistic school-aged children and young adults using a neurodiversity affirming approach. Dina’s experience makes her well suited to provide individualized resources and care to families and caregivers.
Dina is currently satisfying clinical curiosities in the areas of AAC and literacy. Outside of work, Dina enjoys traveling, cooking, and spending time with family.
Lighting Round Q&A With Dina!
What made you want to be a speech therapist?
I knew early on that I wanted a career helping others and was lucky to have a family friend SLP who encouraged me to look into the field. I shadowed her, started taking classes, and never looked back!
What is your favorite toy or game to play with your kids in sessions?
Anything that’s interactive and exciting to my kids. I love a mini basketball hoop for older kids and bubbles for my younger ones.
There is never one clinical strategy that works for every child, but what is one of your “go-to’s”?
Parallel talk paired with repetition of target words for the little ones.
Sarah Goldenberg M.S. CCC-SLP/TSSLD
Sarah Goldenberg is a licensed and certified Speech-Language Pathologist in New York State holding the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). Sarah received her Master’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from New York University in 2017.
Sarah’s treatment approach blends a flexible, play-based style with techniques from specialized treatment approaches. She draws on her advanced training in Dynamic Temporal and Tactile Cuing (DTTC) and Level 2 PROMPT knowledge to skillfully help young children with speech sound and motor speech disorders. Sarah also carries a special certificate in Advanced Strategies for Students with Autism via the NYU NEST program.
Sarah lends her expertise to Brooklyn Speech Therapy outside of her work in the hospital setting. Earlier in her career, she also spent several years working in the school system with children with language based learning disabilities. Sarah’s diverse experience enables her to be a keen diagnostician and highly effective interventionist for communication challenges ranging from early language delays and speech clarity concerns, to the language disorders that impact academics in a child’s older years.
Sarah is particularly passionate about the treatment of cognitive communication disorders and their impact on executive functioning skills including attention, planning, problem solving and social interaction. With families at home, she loves to get on the floor and into the toy box to create a fun space for learning and family support.
Outside of work, Sarah enjoys reading , traveling, trying new restaurants, and spending time with her family.
Lighting Round Q&A With Sarah!
What made you want to be a speech therapist?
I’ve always been fascinated by how the brain works and how it shapes the way we communicate. I wanted a career where I could use that knowledge in a hands-on way, working directly with people to help them connect, grow, and reach their goals.
What is your favorite toy or game to play with your kids in sessions?
I love to do anything that keeps kids engaged, because I believe having fun is one of the best ways to learn. I also love using creativity and pretend play whenever I can—it makes sessions more enjoyable and helps kids build their skills in meaningful ways.
There is never one clinical strategy that works for every child, but what is one of your “go-to’s”?
I’ll often pretend I don’t know how to do something so that kids can “teach” me instead. It builds their confidence, gives them a sense of pride, and usually makes them more motivated to participate.
Aida Bahrami M.S. CCC-SLP/TSSLD-BE
Aida Bahrami is a licensed and certified Speech-Language Pathologist in New York State holding the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). Aida received her Master’s degree from Teachers College, Columbia University in 2020
Aida’s therapy wheels are always turning: When working with a child she is committed to finding the best intervention strategies to meet individualized needs and the most fun activities to keep her clients in a place of constant success. Aida’s clinical experience covers the areas of traumatic brain injury and stroke rehabilitation, pediatric feeding and swallowing disorders, expressive/receptive language delays, motor speech disorders, and the use of various assistive communication technology systems.
Aida is a certified bilingual therapist in English, Spanish, and is a fluent speaker of Farsi. Prior to joining the BKST team, she worked at a District 75 school in NYC’s Department of Education, where she supported children with complex communication needs, and led program development projects for other staff members. Aida has extensive experience working with neurodivergent children and their families, and is often the “colleague-to-turn-to” for help integrating sensory supporting elements into sessions.
While at Columbia, Aida managed the Speech Production and Perception Lab, which researched and developed novel speech treatments. She also has specialty training in the SOS Approach to Feeding, objective swallowing assessments including MBS and FEES, and alternative and augmentative assistive technology. At this stage in her career, Aida is exploring new interventions for late-talking toddlers, and developing more in depth family training and support models.
Outside of work, Aida enjoys exploring the outdoors, making pottery and training her dog, Roo.
Lighting Round Q&A With Aida!
What made you want to be a speech therapist?
I always knew I wanted to work in a people-focused, helping profession. When I discovered speech language pathology, I was drawn to the idea of supporting others in such a personal and powerful area - communication. After shadowing therapists, I fell in love with the work and made it my mission to pursue a career as a speech language pathologist.
What is your favorite toy or game to play with your kids in sessions?
Anything the child is motivated by! I enjoy leaning into a child’s unique interests and curiosities and using that connection to support communication and growth.
There is never one clinical strategy that works for every child, but what is one of your “go-to’s”?
Being playful and child-led! I love getting creative in embedding goals into play and following the child’s lead. When they’re engaged and having fun, the learning happens naturally.
Alana Shebiro M.A. CCC-SLP/TSSLD
Alana Shebiro is a licensed and certified Speech-Language Pathologist in New York State holding the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). Alana received her Master’s degree from Hofstra University in 2017.
Alana is a dedicated therapist whose clinical experience covers the totality of young childhood from toddlers to teens. She is skilled at providing treatment in the areas of receptive/expressive language, phonological disorders, articulation, and social communication. Alana brings creative activity ideas to her sessions and prioritizes connection with her little clients above all else.
In addition to her work with BKST, Alana works with the NYC Department of Education in two roles: As a therapy provider and also as a specialized assistive communication technology evaluator. Alana is not only able to skillfully implement supportive technology to help non-speaking children, but her vast knowledge in this area allows for her to bring a unique set of supports that enrich sessions with children of all abilities.
Alana is especially interested in late language emergence and how to best support children who experience delays in early communication skills. Additionally, she has a strong curiosity about augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) and continues to deepen her knowledge in this area to better assist nonverbal or minimally verbal children.
Outside of work, Alana enjoys cooking new recipes, getting lost in a good book, and traveling.
Lighting Round Q&A With Alana!
What made you want to be a speech therapist?
I always knew I wanted to work with children, but wasn’t sure where to begin. I spent a summer interning at a developmental preschool and found myself always ending up in the speech room. I was drawn to the creativity, connection, and impact they brought to each child’s day—and I knew I wanted to be a part of that.
What is your favorite toy or game to play with your kids in sessions?
I turn to bubbles often because they’re fun, engaging, and super versatile. I can use them to work on everything from speech sounds to turn-taking, and kids are always excited to join in. There’s just something magical about bubbles that makes learning feel like play!
There is never one clinical strategy that works for every child, but what is one of your “go-to’s”?
Every child is different, but one of my go-to strategies is to follow their lead and really focus on building a strong connection. Establishing rapport fosters trust and motivation, which are key foundations for meaningful progress in therapy. When kids feel seen and understood, they’re more open to learning and engaging.
