Meet Our Board-Certified Speech-Language Pathologists

Cherie Rose, M.A., CCC-SLP

Owner, Speech-Language Pathologist

Cherie Rose is a board-certified speech-language pathologist through the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and holds a Virginia state license. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Speech-Language Pathology with a minor in Special Education from Old Dominion University in 2015, followed by a Master's degree in Communicative Sciences and Disorders from Hampton University in 2018.

With over seven years of clinical experience, Cherie brings both professional expertise and deep personal insight to her work with children and families. Her passion for speech-language pathology began in 2006, when she recognized that her youngest son was not meeting the same verbal milestones as her eldest. After a referral to speech therapy by her pediatrician, Cherie discovered her calling.

Having experienced the therapy journey firsthand as a parent, Cherie has a profound understanding of the frustration, uncertainty, and emotional challenges families often face. This lived experience allows her to approach therapy with empathy, compassion, and evidence-based clinical strategies tailored to each child's unique needs.

Cherie is committed to providing family-centered, strengths-based care that supports meaningful communication and long-term success for every child she serves.

Outside of work, Cherie enjoys hiking a new trail, strolling along the beach or taking long walks with her dogs. Most of all, Cherie cherishes spending time with her family, exploring the stunning Virginia mountains with her husband and boys.

Lindsey Lewandowski, M.S., CCC-SLP

Owner, Speech-Language Pathologist

Lindsey Lewandowski is a board certified speech language pathologist through the American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA) and holds a Virgina state license. She earned her undergraduate degree in sociology from the University of Virginia in 2006 where she played Division 1 field hockey. In 2008, her dad suffered a major stroke and needed intensive speech therapy. Through this experience, she learned of speech therapy and went on to study speech pathology at Old Dominion University where she earned her Master of Science in Education in 2012.

With 14 years of clinical experience, Lindsey has worked in a variety of settings including public schools, early intervention, and outpatient settings. Her background includes extensive work with children presenting with a wide range of communication needs including autism, apraxia, AAC, articulation disorders, and feeding therapy.

Lindsey is dedicated to using a child-led, play-based approach that focuses on building trust and connection. She is committed to ongoing professional development and continually seeks out advanced training to stay current with evidence based practices in the field.

Drawing on her experience as a collegiate field hockey athlete at the University of Virginia, she brings a strong work ethic and energetic drive to every endeavor.

As a mother of three, she understands the realities of parenthood and values partnering closely with families to support their child's communication journey.

Outside of work, Lindsey enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She loves fitness and anything outdoors including swimming, biking, hiking, snowboarding, and enjoying the beach.