Sam Kessler

Funny story: I became a Speech Pathologist by accident. When I transferred to a 4-year university, I was signed up for the ‘Speech Pathology’ program instead of the ‘Deaf and Hard of Hearing/Audiology” program (In the same building, same floor, same professors). It was one of the best things that ever happened to me and here I am almost 12 years later in the public school system. I wanted to work only in the medical setting as a speech therapist…look at me now!

I adore helping and improving communication for my students and their families. The work is challenging, but it lets me problem solve and create every day. That is how I approach not only therapy, but life. I am an artist at heart and I enjoy painting, digital art and I’ve even illustrated a book! If I am not doing therapy, you’ll most likely find me building something, drawing something or learning something!

I lived in Pennsylvania for the first 27 years of my life where I earned both of my degrees at Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP). I have a Master’s of Science degree in Speech Pathology and a Bachelor’s of Education degree. I have also earned my Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech and Hearing Association.

I am a huge Pittsburgh fan. Go Penguins! I am currently a happy resident of Colorado along with my husband and little fur family of two cats and one dog. I enjoy spending time with my little family, hiking, reading, making art and playing/watching sports. I have a mini-obsession with the TV Shows “New girl” and “Parks and Rec” and everyone should read the book “Name of the Wind” by Patrick Rothfus. If you are reading this, I can’t wait to work with you!

Pronouns: She/her