Strong Roots
Therapy
Rooted in Therapy, Flourishing in Life
Virtual and in-person speech therapy for families across the United States and English-speaking families living abroad.
Now Accepting New Patients
From childhood through adulthood
(321) 364-2085
melissa@strongrootstherapyllc.com
Meet the Therapists
Melissa Garrity, M.S. CCC-SLP
Melissa Garrity, M.S., CCC-SLP, a dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist who earned her Master's degree from the esteemed University of South Florida. With a rich background spanning her lifespan, Melissa has cultivated a passion for transforming the lives of individuals through her expertise in feeding disorders and augmentative communication. Her commitment extends beyond these specialized areas to encompass various communication disorders, including articulation, language, and cognitive-communication challenges. Drawing from her extensive experience in diverse clinical settings, Melissa brings a holistic and individualized approach to therapy, collaborating seamlessly with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care. Her warm and empathetic demeanor fosters a supportive therapeutic environment where she empowers clients to overcome communication barriers and achieve optimal well-being. Melissa remains at the forefront of the field, ensuring her interventions align with the latest research and best practices in Speech-Language Pathology.
Carrie Layden M.S., CCC-SLP
Carrie Layden, MS CCC-SLP (she/her) is originally from Tampa,FL. She completed her undergraduate degree in Communication Science Disorders from Auburn University and went on to get her graduate degree in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of South Florida. She has always had a special interest in voice and the performing arts and has worked to specialize and focus on voice and upper airway disorders for patients of all ages. She believes that anyone and everyone should feel comfortable using their own voice. She is happy to provide services focused on helping navigate vocal changes due to hoarseness, an injury, as well as helping you find a voice that feels more true to who you are through gender affirming voice care.
Pediatric Speech & Language
articulation
language delay
apraxia
social communication
autism support
Adult Communication
aphasia
voice disorders
cognitive communication
accent modification
Specialized Services
feeding therapy
AAC
gender affirming voice
Who We Serve
Strong Roots Therapy supports a variety of clients through virtual speech-language therapy, including:
• Infants and toddlers with early communication delays
• Preschool and school-age children with speech or language challenges
• Adolescents needing communication or social language support
• Adults with speech, voice, or cognitive communication needs
• English-speaking families living abroad seeking speech therapy in English
Areas we Support and Service
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Strong Roots Therapy primarily offers private-pay services, allowing families to access therapy without insurance restrictions and receive highly individualized care.