LATE TALKERS • AUTISM • GESTALT LANGUAGE PROCESSING • AUGMENTATIVE & ALTERNATIVE COMMUNICATION (AAC)
Mobile Speech & Language Therapy for Children Ages 2-12 in Pittsburgh
Providing private speech therapy and parent coaching for families across the City of Pittsburgh, the North Hills, South Hills, and Northeast communities.
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Welcome to Shared Spark Pediatric Therapy
Building Communication Through Connection
Communication begins with a "Shared Spark.” This spark is when your child feels safe, understood, and emotionally connected to their world, which is the essential foundation for communication development.
And that connection is where real progress starts. During our speech therapy sessions, we focus on your child's unique interests and strengths while creating natural opportunities for them to develop communication skills and express themselves.
I work to ensure your child feels regulated and engaged during our speech therapy sessions, while collaborating with you to integrate practical, supportive strategies into your family’s daily routine.
Late Talkers • Autism • Gestalt Language Processing • Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC)
Ways We Can Work Together
Shared Spark Pediatric Therapy provides mobile speech therapy for children in Pittsburgh and the surrounding areas. Whether you are navigating early developmental concerns or seeking a connection-based path forward, I am here to support your family on their speech therapy journey.
Evaluations
We begin with a comprehensive evaluation of your child’s strengths, needs, and communication profile.
This process results in an individualized speech therapy plan that honors your child’s differences and sets the stage for authentic progress in their communication and engagement.
Speech Therapy
Speech therapy takes place in your child’s natural environment, whether that’s at home, daycare, or in the community.
We focus first on regulation and emotional connection, then build from there to develop natural, spontaneous communication so your child can authentically express their thoughts, feelings, and ideas.
Parent Coaching
Connect one-on-one with a trusted expert to gain a deeper understanding of your child’s communication and individual profile.
These sessions provide the practical strategies and confidence you need to navigate your child’s therapeutic journey and support their growth in daily life.
Meet Your Therapist
Welcome! I’m Lauren
Lauren Scaringi, M.A., CCC-SLP
Founder, Speech-Language Pathologist
I’m a pediatric speech therapist with experience working with children of all ages in both school environments and outpatient clinics. I founded Shared Spark Pediatric Therapy in Pittsburgh because I believe every child deserves to be seen for who they are, not who the world expects them to be.
Balancing your own needs and family’s needs makes adding speech therapy for your child feel overwhelming. That’s why I meet you in your natural environment to simplify the journey.
My approach isn't about your child performing on command. I foster the "spark," which is that moment where your child’s face lights up and they are fully engaged. From that connection, communication develops.
As a DIRFloortime® Practitioner and NLA Trained Clinician, I focus on the whole child, honoring all forms of communication and sensory needs. Whether I’m in "therapist mode" or exploring Pittsburgh’s local coffee shops, my mission is to ensure you never navigate this therapeutic journey alone. Let’s find the joy in your child’s unique spark together.
Getting Started with Shared Spark
Shared Spark Pediatric Therapy provides private speech therapy and parent coaching across the City of Pittsburgh, the North Hills, South Hills, and Northeast communities. Whether at home, school, or daycare, I meet your family exactly where you are to ensure progress happens in the places that matter most.
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Every journey begins with a no-pressure, 15-minute consultation call. This is an open conversation to share your story and discuss your child’s needs. Together, we will determine if my connection-based approach is the right fit for your family and your goals.
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We meet in your child's natural environment to capture a complete picture of their strengths, needs, and communication profile. This evaluation helps us understand your child’s individual differences, setting the stage for progress in their communication, engagement, and daily life.
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We will review the evaluation results together to collaborate on a path forward. I create a plan that honors your child and outlines how we will build toward authentic communication. You will leave with a clear direction and practical strategies to begin supporting your child right away.
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Once our plan is in place, we select the speech therapy session package that best fits your family’s needs. Our journey ensures your child’s communication is growing while you feel fully supported, empowered, and confident every step of the way.
