Charlotte, North Carolina

Every Voice Deserves
to Be Heard.

Expert speech-language pathology and occupational therapy for children in South Charlotte. In-clinic at Arboretum & Cotswold, or online from home — no referral required.

Accepting BCBS · Cigna · Aetna · Medcost · ESA Grants

Accepted Insurance & Payment Options

ESA Grants Accepted
Why Families Choose Us

Therapy Built on Trust, Science & Heart

Speech W.I.S.E. brings together an exceptional team of licensed therapists dedicated to helping every child unlock their fullest potential — in the clinic, in the home, or online.

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20+ Years Experience

Our therapists bring decades of combined expertise across hospital, school, private practice, and home health settings.

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Three Ways to See Us

Clinic visits at Arboretum or Cotswold, or convenient telehealth sessions — we meet your family where you are.

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No Referral Required

Getting started is easy. Contact us directly — no doctor's referral needed. We'll guide you through every next step.

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Whole-Child Approach

We combine speech therapy, occupational therapy, executive functioning coaching, and Orton-Gillingham tutoring under one roof.

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Insurance Accepted

We accept BCBS, Cigna, Aetna, and Medcost. ESA grants also accepted. Private pay options available.

ASHA Certified Team

Every speech-language pathologist on our team is ASHA certified and North Carolina licensed, meeting the highest standards of care.

Comprehensive Care

Our Therapy Services

From speech and language to occupational therapy, executive functioning coaching, and specialized reading support — we offer a full spectrum of care.

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Speech Therapy

Comprehensive evaluation and treatment for communication challenges across all ages, delivered by ASHA-certified speech-language pathologists.

Auditory Processing Disorders Articulation Disorder Fluency & Stuttering Phonological Awareness Expressive Language Receptive Language

Occupational Therapy

Sensory integration, fine motor development, handwriting, visual perception, therapeutic listening, and daily living skills.

Sensory Integration & Home Programs
Fine Motor Development
Handwriting & Written Expression
Ocular Motor Training
Praxis & Motor Planning
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Executive Functioning Coach

Targeted coaching to build real-world skills for independence and academic success.

Organizing & Planning
Time Management
Working Memory
Maintaining Focus
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Orton-Gillingham Tutoring

A structured, multisensory approach to reading and writing for children with dyslexia and learning differences.

Phonemic Awareness
Sound/Symbol Association
Reading Accuracy & Fluency
Sentence & Paragraph Writing
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Self-Regulation Training

Evidence-based strategies that teach children to recognize and manage their emotional and sensory states for better learning and social outcomes.

The Experts Behind Your Progress

Meet Your Dedicated Team

Our team combines decades of experience with a deep passion for helping individuals overcome communication and learning challenges.

Veronica Pinch, M.S. CCC/SLP

Veronica Pinch

M.S. CCC/SLP · Owner & Founder

Over 21 years of experience. Specializes in Auditory Processing Disorders. ASHA certified & NC licensed, WVU Magna Cum Laude.

Angela Wall, M.S. CCC/SLP

Angela Wall

M.S. CCC/SLP

22+ years of experience. Specializes in the preschool population, ages 1–20. University of Alabama graduate.

Jennifer Fitzgerald, COTA/L

Jennifer Fitzgerald

COTA/L · Occupational Therapy

6 years in pediatric & school settings. Specializes in sensory processing, fine motor, and Therapeutic Listening. NBCOT certified.

Amy Canupp, M.S. CCC/SLP

Amy Canupp

M.S. CCC/SLP · Orton-Gillingham

20+ years experience. Orton-Gillingham provider. Specializes in articulation, language, auditory processing, and autism spectrum disorders.

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Gina Brun

M.S. CCC/SLP

SLP for over 20 years. West Virginia University graduate. Treats preschool through high school with a focus on making therapy sessions something clients "get to do."

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Staci Pennybaker

M.A. CCC/SLP · Director

11 years experience from birth to age 18. University of Pittsburgh graduate. Passionate about treating the whole child and family with cochlear implant expertise.

Celeste Davis

B.S. COTA/L · Occupational Therapy

UNC Charlotte & Cabarrus College graduate. Specializes in pediatric occupational therapy — fine motor, gross motor, and visual motor skills.

Simple Steps

Getting Started is Easy

We make the path to better communication as smooth as possible for your family.

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Contact Us

Fill out our quick form or call us directly. No referral needed.

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Consultation

We'll contact you within 24 hours to discuss your child's needs and schedule a consultation.

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Evaluation

Our specialists conduct a comprehensive evaluation and create a personalized treatment plan.

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Therapy Begins

Your child starts working with their dedicated therapist toward real, measurable progress.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

No referral is required. You can contact us directly via our contact form or by phone. One of our specialists will reach out within 24 hours to discuss your child's needs and schedule a consultation.

We currently accept Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS), Cigna, Aetna, Medcost, and ESA Grants. We also offer private pay options. Please note we do not accept Medicaid.

We have two clinic locations in South Charlotte: Arboretum and Cotswold. We also offer online/telehealth therapy sessions so your child can receive care from the comfort of home.

We serve clients from birth through adulthood. Our intake form covers age ranges from Birth–4, PreK, K–5th, 5th+, Teen/Adult. Different members of our team specialize in different age groups to ensure the best match for your child.

Auditory Processing Disorder involves difficulty understanding spoken language, even when hearing is normal. Our founder Roni Pinch-Bazemore specializes in APD diagnosis and treatment in partnership with Audiologist Dr. Jay Lucker, making Speech W.I.S.E. uniquely equipped to help children with this condition.

Ready to Get Started?

Give Your Child the Gift
of a Confident Voice

Contact us today. One of our specialists will respond within 24 hours. No referral needed.

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Locations

Arboretum · Cotswold

Online / Telehealth

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Phone

(702) 555-5555

Response within 24 hours

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Email

admin@speechwisenc.com

Charlotte, North Carolina