About

Mission Statement

We empower individuals by addressing underlying causes of speech, communication, developmental, and feeding challenges, building lasting confidence for a fulfilling life.

Vision Statement

At Bayside Therapy Specialists, we envision empowered individuals and families overcoming speech, communication, developmental, and feeding challenges. We prioritize meaningful progress that builds lasting confidence for social connection, academic or professional success, and overall well-being. By collaborating with medical professionals to identify and address root causes, we solve problems efficiently, ensuring long-term success. We equip individuals with the skills they need for everyday life, ensuring therapy is a transformative journey, not a lifelong dependency.

Core Values

Accountability: We take ownership of our responsibilities and seek to exceed expectations. We lead by example.

Teamwork: We collaborate effectively, inspire each other to succeed, and treat everyone with respect, courtesy, and kindness. We embrace flexibility, adapting our approach to meet diverse needs and challenges.

Integrity: We demonstrate integrity and character in our decisions and actions to ensure we always do the right thing.

Lifelong Learning: We foster a culture of continuous learning and curiosity, encouraging growth and innovative solutions for ourselves, our patients, and our community.

Compassionate Care: We treat everyone with empathy, respect, gratitude, and compassion, providing holistic support that nurtures mind, body, and spirit.

Dedication to Excellence: We commit to putting in our best effort, recognizing that our hard work and diligence contribute to the success and sustainability of Bayside Therapy Specialists. By supporting the business, we create opportunities for growth and prosperity for our team and the families we serve.

Staff

Nicole M Yates, MS CCC/SLP

Ashley Cinotti MS, CF-SLP

Courtney Fagan, MS CCC/SLP

Lauren Johnston, MS CCC/SLP

Katie Clark, MS CCC/SLP

Jordan Schroeder MA CCC/SLP

Danielle Lodge, COTA

Kim Whited OTR/L

Molly McMinn MA CCC/SLP

Sydney Coble, MS CF-SLP

Join our Team

At Bayside Therapy Specialists, we go above and beyond to support our team members. Despite being a small company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including competitive pay, flexible scheduling, bonuses, health/dental/vision insurance, PTO, and holiday pay. But our commitment to you goes beyond just financial benefits. We genuinely care about your well-being and work-life harmony. That’s why we put so much emphasis on making your work meaningful and fulfilling. We understand that burnout is a real risk in our field, so we’ve created an environment designed to keep you engaged, supported, and passionate about your work.

The Bayside Difference

Belonging: We foster a culture of belonging where every team member feels supported and valued. At Bayside, we celebrate each other’s successes and work together towards common goals. While not everyone has to be best friends, we ensure that everyone feels like they are part of the Bayside family, with no favorites or exclusions.

Purpose: We believe in having a clear sense of direction and goals. When you come to work, it’s not just about clocking in and out; it’s about making a meaningful impact. We provide our therapists with the skills and support they need to grow professionally and to make a real difference in the lives of our patients.

Focus on Progress: We encourage continuous learning and celebrate the progress of our patients. We aim for shorter, effective episodes of care, allowing you to see tangible results and feel the satisfaction of making a difference. We focus on identifying the underlying causes of our patients’ challenges, rather than just treating surface symptoms. This approach allows us to address root issues effectively, providing long-term solutions instead of temporary fixes.Focusing on progress ensures that your work remains engaging and rewarding.

Higher Purpose: At Bayside, we see our work as part of something bigger than ourselves. Each child we help is a step towards changing the world. By giving a child the tools they need, whether through improving their handwriting for confidence or providing them with a voice through AAC, we contribute to their future success and potential to impact the world. This higher purpose is what drives us and keeps our passion alive.

Our Commitment to Honesty and Realistic Expectations

We are committed to honesty in our practice. When concerned parents come to us, we provide them with realistic expectations and work together to set achievable goals for their children. For example, if a child is non-speaking at age seven, we focus on empowering them through AAC and recognizing their other strengths, rather than offering false hope.

By setting clear, attainable goals and realistic timelines, we ensure that parents are actively involved in their child’s progress. This approach helps us avoid the frustration of limited progress and the burnout that can come from an endless cycle of therapy with no clear endpoint.

Continuous Learning and Support

We believe in the importance of continuous education and staying updated with the latest research and techniques. This commitment to learning supports our mission to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and ensures that our therapists are always growing and evolving in their profession.

Joining Bayside Therapy Specialists

By joining Bayside, you become part of a team that is dedicated to changing lives and making a real impact. We strive to maintain a work environment that is not just a job, but a place where you can find meaning and purpose.