ABOUT THE SPEECH DEPARTMENT
Our BHA speech therapy department is comprised of Master’s-level accredited, Pennsylvania State Board Licensed, and ASHA certified (American Speech Language and Hearing Association) Speech-Language Pathologists.
Our mission is to empower children through personalized, evidence-based speech and language therapy that fosters communication, social interaction, and emotional well-being. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where each child’s unique strengths and communication methods are recognized and developed, enabling them to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
Our vision is to be a leading advocate for transformative speech and language therapy practices that embrace neurodiversity and promote mental health. We envision a future where every child has access to the resources and support they need to confidently express themselves, build meaningful connections, and achieve their fullest potential in a school environment that not only values, but celebrates their individuality.
MEET THE SPEECH THERAPY TEAM
SAMANTHA MILLER
Director of Speech & Language Pathology
KRISTIN ELLIS
Speech Therapist
NORA AHMED
Speech Therapist
AYLA ECKERSLEY
Speech Therapist
BETHANY EVANS
Speech Therapist
MADISON MOWERY
Speech Therapist
SAMANTHA REX
Speech Therapist
BRIONA SCIARILLO
Speech Therapist
MEGAN THOMAS
Speech Therapist
ABOUT THE OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY DEPARTMENT
The Occupational Therapy Department at BHA is composed of Pennsylvania State Board-Licensed, nationally accredited, registered and certified (NBCOT) Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy Assistants.
A student’s role is to be able to learn. A student needs to be able to access their educational environment and participate in their educational program so that they can learn. Occupational Therapy is an integral component to our BHA teams’ approach to facilitate our students’ unique abilities to successfully access and participate in their individualized educational programs. Using current evidence-based practices, we work to address the overall well-being of our students by effectively engaging in academic, social, emotional, physical, and neurological activities with the mission to learn and grow to their best abilities.
Our occupational therapy staff believes every child deserves to feel like they belong, can do their best, and have their strengths celebrated at school. Our vision is to make occupational therapy a bridge between challenges and successes as we help students find, practice, and use strategies that work for them to build confidence and independence. We imagine a future where all students have the support they need to learn, play, become more independenet, and connect with others in ways that feel right for them.
MEET THE OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY TEAM
SUSAN DiFLURI
Director of Occupational Therapy
JESSICA TKACH
Occupational Therapy Coordinator
MORGAN MILLER
Occupational Therapist
EMMA BYNON
Occupational Therapist
SARAH HARTUNG
Occupational Therapist
SHELBY BROWN
Occupational Therapist
JENNIFER CINELLI
Occupational Therapist