Hi, I’m Lacey, a Speech-Language Pathologist and the founder of Speech Now Therapy Center. I believe that every child deserves to be heard, and I’m passionate about helping kids find their voices—however that may look for them.  

I earned both my Bachelor's and Master’s degrees in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University of Montevallo in Alabama. I’m a licensed SLP in Iowa and hold my Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).  

Over the past eight years, I’ve worked with children in a variety of settings, including hospitals, outpatient therapy centers, and school systems. Most recently, I spent two years as an Assistive Technology Specialist, further developing my expertise in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC). My specialties include working with children who use AAC, those with articulation and speech sound disorders, and autistic and neurodivergent individuals.

At Speech Now Therapy Center, my goal is to create a space where all families feel safe, welcome, and supported. I know that communication is deeply personal, and no two journeys look the same. That’s why I take an individualized, evidence-based approach, always centering each child’s unique strengths and needs.  

I believe that parents and caregivers are essential partners in the therapy process. Your goals for your child matter, and I work closely with families to ensure that we’re on the same page—because your goals are my goals, too. Whether we’re focusing on first words, speech clarity, or alternative ways to communicate, I want therapy to feel collaborative, effective, and meaningful to your child’s daily life.  

Outside of work, you can usually find me spending time with my wife and our pets, curled up in a hammock with a good book, or watching a movie. I love being outdoors, blasting Taylor Swift, and embracing the joy of everyday moments. As a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community, it’s important to me that Speech Now Therapy Center is a welcoming, affirming space for all families and individuals.  

I’m so excited to be part of your child’s communication journey—because at Speech Now Therapy Center, 

**Every voice matters here!**  

Meet Christi! 

Christi is a highly skilled speech-language pathologist with 20 years of experience supporting children and young adults from birth through 21 years of age. She specializes in early language development, gestalt language processing, phonology and articulation, childhood apraxia of speech, and augmentative and alternative communication (AAC).

Christi earned her master’s and bachelor’s degrees in Speech-Language Pathology from Kansas State University. She has spent the majority of her career serving students and families in school districts throughout Nebraska and central Iowa.

Christi utilizes a child-led, play-based approach and values building strong partnerships with parents and caregivers. She has extensive experience collaborating with SLPs, occupational therapists, physical therapists, school psychologists, special education and general education teachers, paraprofessionals, and other members of a child’s support team.

Her expertise, compassion, and dedication make her a highly valued member of our team. Christi is committed to helping every child develop meaningful communication skills in a supportive environment that honors their individual strengths, needs, and communication style.

Welcome to the team, Christi!