Who we are
At SpeakBright Speech Therapy, our mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of children and their families by helping them develop strong communication skills.
To us, it's not just about providing speech treatment—it’s about unlocking your child's potential.
We make therapy more accessible, effective, and fun
Therapy Built on Partnership
We believe in treatment as a partnership involving parents, kids, and the SLP. Our "whole family" approach integrates therapeutic practices naturally into daily routines, empowering parents as partners in their child's progress.
We align expectations early through an initial interview, and have regular check ins throughout the process.
Feedback & Transparent Communication
We emphasize transparent communication at every step of the way, building deep relationships built on trust and a supportive framework for growth.
We always explain the why behind the process and our methods so parents and kids both feel at ease.
Data-Driven Goals & Visible Progress
We set achievable collective goals to empower kids and facilitate learning.
We use data-driven approaches to track towards these goals, enabling your child to see their progress.
Our approach ensures therapy becomes a seamless part of family life rather than a disconnected clinical experience—often integrating a play-based approach.
Zaire DuRant-Young, M.A., CCC-SLP, brings over two decades of experience as a speech-language pathologist. His diverse background includes working in early intervention, special education, and public schools. Zaire holds a BA in Psychology from Johns Hopkins University, and a MA in Speech and Hearing Sciences from George Washington University.
Zaire has been a speech-language specialist in the Haddonfield, NJ public school system since 2010, working with preschool through high school aged students in the areas of social communication, articulation, expressive and receptive language needs, and developmental language disorders. He has also been an adjunct professor at Emerson College in Boston, Massachusetts since 2022, where he teaches a course in Preschool Language Disorders.
Outside of work, Zaire is an avid marathon runner and has completed over 35 marathons around the world, enjoys birding, and cheering on all Philadelphia and Baltimore sports teams (as well as Arsenal FC). He resides in South Philly, where he also served as President of the South Philadelphia Food Co-op and loves supporting the many wonderful people and businesses in his local community.
- BA, Psychology, Johns Hopkins University (2001)
- MA, Speech and Hearing Sciences, George Washington University (2004)
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FounderSpeakBright Speech Therapy
Our Values
Positivity
We believe a joyful environment is essential for creating meaningful learning experiences. Our optimistic outlook helps kids focus on possibilities rather than limitations, and our positive atmosphere celebrates progress.
Genuine Care
We create an environment that is safe and nurturing. We infuse each interaction with genuine care, inspiring kids a can-do attitude that builds confidence.
Accesibility
We pride ourselves on being accessible and responsive to every family's needs. We strive to make therapy less complicated for families, removing barriers to getting the help they need.
Collaboration
We believe in the power of partnership between parents, kids, and the SLP to achieve the best outcomes. We work hand-in-hand to support your child's journey, communicating at each milestone along the way.
“We saw genuine progress in just three months. Our son's confidence in speaking has soared, and he now initiates conversations without hesitation. Thank you for making therapy feel like fun!”
“The practical carryover tips transformed our home life. What felt like a struggle before is now a natural part of our daily routine. Highly recommend!”
“The evaluation was incredibly thorough. We finally felt like we had a clear, comprehensive map of our child's needs, not just a label. The report was invaluable.”
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