Specialized Care for Life’s Essential Functions
Comprehensive speech, language, and swallowing care from infancy to elderly in New York.
Find Your Voice and Comfort Again
The struggle with speech and swallowing difficulties can feel isolating. Family meals become anxiety-filled events. Conversations turn into frustrating obstacles. The impact reaches beyond physical symptoms—affecting relationships, confidence, and daily joy.
But there’s a better way forward. These essential skills can improve with the right care and evidence-based approaches.
How I Help
I evaluate and treat speech, language, and swallowing difficulties for people of all ages, helping you communicate more clearly and eat more comfortably in your daily life.
12+ years of specialized experience
Trilingual care (English, Cantonese, Mandarin)
Specialized in feeding and swallowing disorders
Early intervention and comprehensive care
Services
All services offered in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.
Adult Speech and Swallowing Therapy
Personalized evaluation and treatment for adults experiencing difficulties with communication, voice, or swallowing due to neurological disease, injury, illness, or aging.
Adult Speech and Swallowing Therapy
Personalized evaluation and treatment for adults experiencing difficulties with communication, voice, or swallowing due to neurological disease, injury, illness, or aging.
Pediatric Speech and Language Therapy
Helping children develop clear communication and safe feeding skills through engaging, family-centered therapy that builds confidence and supports development.
Pediatric Speech and Language Therapy
Helping children develop clear communication and safe feeding skills through engaging, family-centered therapy that builds confidence and supports development.
Infant Feeding and Lactation Support
Expert evaluation and guidance for infant feeding challenges and breastfeeding difficulties, helping establish a beautiful feeding relationship for caregiver and child.
Infant Feeding and Lactation Support
Expert evaluation and guidance for infant feeding challenges and breastfeeding difficulties, helping establish a beautiful feeding relationship for caregiver and child.
Instrumental Testing
Specialized diagnostic procedures that provide real-time visualization of swallowing function. Providing advanced diagnostic evaluations that visualize your swallowing in real-time, allowing for immediate intervention and recommendations tailored to each person’s needs.
Instrumental Testing
Specialized diagnostic procedures that provide real-time visualization of swallowing function. Providing advanced diagnostic evaluations that visualize your swallowing in real-time, allowing for immediate intervention and recommendations tailored to each person’s needs.
Where to Start
1.) Schedule a Consultation
Contact me to discuss your specific needs and concerns. We’ll determine the most appropriate evaluation and therapy approach.
2.) Complete an Evaluation
I’ll conduct a comprehensive assessment to identify specific challenges and develop a tailored therapy plan.
3.) Begin Your Therapy Journey
We’ll work together through regular sessions focusing on practical techniques that transfer to daily life, with adjustments as you progress.
About Me
Hi, I’m Sara
Extensive Expertise
I’ve dedicated 13 years to treating speech and swallowing disorders at leading medical institutions and systems like The University of Chicago Medicine, NYU Langone Medical Center, NY Health and Hospitals – Bellevue, Elmhurst, Queens Hospitals.
Personalized Assessments
I create individualized evaluation and treatment plans based on your specific needs, goals, and daily challenges.
Compassionate Care
I provide culturally sensitive therapy in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin, focusing on what matters most to you and your family.
Background & Education
My journey in speech-language pathology began with a passion for helping people communicate and eat comfortably. After completing my Master’s degree, I pursued specialized training in swallowing disorders and instrumental assessment techniques like FEES.
Throughout my career at institutions including The University of Chicago Medicine, NYU Langone Medical Center, and Bellevue, Elmhurst, and Queens Hospitals, I’ve worked with patients of all ages and backgrounds. My research on swallowing disorders has been presented at international conferences, including the Dysphagia Research Society.
As a trilingual therapist and Certified Lactation Counselor, I bring a unique perspective to my practice, allowing me to provide comprehensive care that addresses both clinical needs and cultural considerations.
My journey in speech-language pathology began with a passion for helping people communicate and eat comfortably. After completing my Master’s degree, I pursued specialized training in swallowing disorders and instrumental assessment techniques like FEES.
Throughout my career at institutions including The University of Chicago Medicine, NYU Langone Medical Center, and Bellevue, Elmhurst, and Queens Hospitals, I’ve worked with patients of all ages and backgrounds. My research on swallowing disorders has been presented at international conferences, including the Dysphagia Research Society.
As a trilingual therapist and Certified Lactation Counselor, I bring a unique perspective to my practice, allowing me to provide comprehensive care that addresses both clinical needs and cultural considerations.
FAQS
What age groups do you work with?
I work with clients of all ages, from infants to elderly adults. My experience spans pediatric feeding and speech development, adult communication disorders, and swallowing difficulties across the lifespan.
Do you accept insurance?
Not at this time. I currently operate as a private-pay practice, though I can provide you with detailed documentation for potential reimbursement from your insurance provider. I’m happy to discuss payment options and help make therapy as accessible as possible for your specific situation.
How long does therapy typically last?
The duration of therapy varies based on individual needs. Some clients may see significant improvement in just a few sessions, while others with more complex conditions may benefit from longer-term care. During your initial evaluation, I’ll provide a treatment plan with estimated timeframes.
What languages do you offer services in?
I provide therapy in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin, allowing clients to communicate in the language they feel most comfortable using.
What is FEES and how is it different from other swallowing tests?
Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES) is a specialized diagnostic procedure that uses a small camera to directly assess swallowing function. Unlike other tests, FEES provides real-time visualization while you eat and drink, allowing for a more accurate diagnosis and targeted treatment plan.
Do you provide telehealth services?
Not at this time. I currently focus on in-person sessions for comprehensive evaluation and therapy, but I’m happy to discuss options that might work best for your specific situation.
How should I prepare for my first appointment?
Please bring any relevant medical records, previous evaluation reports, and a list of current medications. For children, bringing familiar foods or feeding items can be helpful. Most importantly, come ready to discuss your concerns and goals.
Begin Today
Transform uncertainty into confidence with expert guidance and clear solutions for you and your family.