About our co-founder

Carlye Gilbert is a dedicated speech-language pathologist with a passion for helping children develop strong communication skills. She earned her Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Hofstra University and has since gained extensive experience in various therapy settings.

With over five years of expertise in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) and three years providing in-home and teletherapy services, Carlye brings a dynamic and individualized approach to each session. She has worked as a full-time speech therapist in Nassau County public schools, where she supported students with diverse speech, language, and communication needs.

Currently, Carlye is furthering her expertise as an M.S. candidate in Applied Behavior Analysis at Touro University, allowing her to integrate evidence-based behavioral strategies into her therapy approach. She is committed to providing neurodiversity-affirming, functional, and engaging therapy that empowers both children and their families.

Deanna is a PROMPT Certified Speech-Language Pathologist with over a decade of experience supporting children and families through home-based services and related services via the Committee on Special Education (CSE). She earned her M.A. in Speech-Language Pathology from Hofstra University and is passionate about providing neurodiversity-affirming care that honors each individual’s unique communication profile.

Deanna specializes in Gestalt Language Processing and has extensive expertise in working with Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices. Her practice is centered on empowering individuals to communicate confidently and effectively, using approaches tailored to their strengths and needs.

As the lead of the PROMPT therapy team, Deanna is actively involved in every step of the therapeutic process—including evaluations, therapy planning, and ongoing progress monitoring. Her hands-on leadership ensures that every client receives consistent, high-quality, and evidence-based support.

Parent input and collaboration are core values in Deanna’s work. She deeply values building strong relationships with families and enjoys working closely with parents to support carryover, celebrate progress, and ensure therapy goals align with what matters most at home and in everyday life.