meet our team - therapists
Paula C. Schantz M.S. Ed., CCC-SLP, Owner
Paula C. Schantz M.S. Ed., CCC-SLP, Owner
Paula C. Schantz M.S. Ed., CCC-SLP, Owner
Paula C. Schantz, M.S. Ed., CCC-SLP received her Bachelor of Science degree and her Masters of Science in Education and Speech Language Pathology from Nazareth College of Rochester. Paula is licensed in the state of Virginia and holds her Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech Language and Hearing Association (ASHA).
Paula C. Schantz, M.S. Ed., CCC-SLP received her Bachelor of Science degree and her Masters of Science in Education and Speech Language Pathology from Nazareth College of Rochester. Paula is licensed in the state of Virginia and holds her Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech Language and Hearing Association (ASHA). Prior to establishing her own practice, Paula worked in the public school system, and was co-director of The Speech and Language Center of Northern Virginia.
Her expertise is in evaluating and treating children with various speech and language disorders including Apraxia, Autism, Down Syndrome, oral motor, feeding, and developmental delays. She has knowledge and experience using PROMPT for children with Apraxia. She also is a Hanen certified instructor allowing her to teach parents communication techniques to use with their children that have expressive language delays and Autism Spectrum Disorder. In addition, Paula is a certified Signing Time instructor, teaching parents and their babies sign language. Paula has received advanced training in the areas of Tethered Oral Tissues (TOTs) and Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders (OMDs).
A native of Rochester, New York, Paula and her four children enjoy living in the heart of Ashburn, Virginia.
Mary Creagh M.A. CCC-SLP
Paula C. Schantz M.S. Ed., CCC-SLP, Owner
Paula C. Schantz M.S. Ed., CCC-SLP, Owner
Mary is originally from Long Island, NY. She grew up in East Setauket, NY and received her Bachelors and Masters degrees in Speech-Language Pathology from Long Island University at the Brookville campus. She has experience working with early intervention, within skilled nursing facilities, public schools, and within private practice. Mary
Mary is originally from Long Island, NY. She grew up in East Setauket, NY and received her Bachelors and Masters degrees in Speech-Language Pathology from Long Island University at the Brookville campus. She has experience working with early intervention, within skilled nursing facilities, public schools, and within private practice. Mary has worked within the field as a licensed and certified Speech-Language Pathologist for 11 years. Mary lives with her husband, Andrew, almost four-year-old son named Finnegan, and sweet dog, Maggie. In their spare time, they enjoy going on long walks, going to the park, and they love visiting the beach!
Erin Sagaser, M.S., CCC-SLP
Paula C. Schantz M.S. Ed., CCC-SLP, Owner
Marguerite "Meg" Roque, OTR/L
Erin grew up in a Marine Corps family, with deepest roots in Ohio and North Carolina. She completed her undergraduate studies in English and music at East Carolina University, where she went on to receive her Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology. The journey since has continually reinforced her passion for the field.
Erin is nat
Erin grew up in a Marine Corps family, with deepest roots in Ohio and North Carolina. She completed her undergraduate studies in English and music at East Carolina University, where she went on to receive her Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology. The journey since has continually reinforced her passion for the field.
Erin is nationally certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and licensed in North Carolina and Virginia. She is a repeat recipient of the ASHA Award for Continuing Education (ACE), for dedication to learning and professional growth. Sensory regulation, autism, and orofacial myofunctional disorders are among her special interests.
Erin loves combining science, creativity, and connection toward helping others. She finds particular joy in working with children, especially preschool ages. Her experience includes pediatric private practice and preschool through early college educational settings. Erin has training in DIR Floortime and extensive background in transdisciplinary play-based assessment. She emphasizes strengths-based, neurodiversity-affirming approaches and the power of play.
In her free time, Erin enjoys oil painting, writing, working out, and attending performing arts events with family and friends.
“My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive, and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.” - Maya Angelou
Marguerite "Meg" Roque, OTR/L
Marguerite "Meg" Roque, OTR/L
Marguerite "Meg" Roque, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist
E. Morghen Sikes PhD, OTR/L
Marguerite "Meg" Roque, OTR/L
Anna Castiller, M.S., CCC-SLP
Morghen is an occupational therapist with 9 years of experience working alongside children and their families. Outside of providing family-centered care with Little Communicators, she also teaches research courses, neuroscience, and pediatric rehabilitation at a local University. Morghen is a neuro affirming therapist with special intere
Morghen is an occupational therapist with 9 years of experience working alongside children and their families. Outside of providing family-centered care with Little Communicators, she also teaches research courses, neuroscience, and pediatric rehabilitation at a local University. Morghen is a neuro affirming therapist with special interests in helping clients and families appreciate the unique abilities of all children. When she's not working, Morghen enjoys spending time with her own child and family, and exploring the outdoors in beautiful northern Virginia.
Anna Castiller, M.S., CCC-SLP
Marguerite "Meg" Roque, OTR/L
Anna Castiller, M.S., CCC-SLP
Anna graduated with her master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Vanderbilt University in 2021. Since then, she has worked in a variety of settings including outpatient clinic and public school. Her specialty interests include articulation and phonology, gestalt language processing, voice disorders, and literacy-based language
Anna graduated with her master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Vanderbilt University in 2021. Since then, she has worked in a variety of settings including outpatient clinic and public school. Her specialty interests include articulation and phonology, gestalt language processing, voice disorders, and literacy-based language intervention. When not working, Anna enjoys being outdoors, spending time with her friends and family, and reading. Her favorite thing about being an SLP is the opportunity to connect with families and children in all stages of life.
Favorite Quote: “Being heard is so close to being loved that, for the average person, they are almost indistinguishable.”
Allysa Turel, MS, OTR/L
Allysa Turel, MS, OTR/L
Allysa Turel, MS, OTR/L
Allysa is a graduate of Gannon University's five-year accelerated Master's of Science Occupational Therapy (OT) program located in Erie, Pennsylvania. She obtained her National Board Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) in 2015. She currently holds an OT license in the states of Virginia and West Virginia. Allysa is a member of
Allysa is a graduate of Gannon University's five-year accelerated Master's of Science Occupational Therapy (OT) program located in Erie, Pennsylvania. She obtained her National Board Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) in 2015. She currently holds an OT license in the states of Virginia and West Virginia. Allysa is a member of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA).
Allysa moved to Virginia in 2015 and has worked in both public school and private school settings, outpatient pediatrics, home health for both pediatric and adult populations, skilled nursing, acute care, and provided sensory-behavioral support consultation. She loves helping individuals and their families live their lives to their fullest and watching them grow. She has special interest in the preschool population and sensory integration.
In her free time, she enjoys time with her husband, three dogs, and their new baby girl, whom they welcomed in January. She loves traveling and visiting friends and family, reading, crafting, lyra, and yoga.
Favorite Quote: "If it scares you, it might be a good thing to try."
meet our team - administration
Julie Harvey, Operations Manager
Sandy Potteiger, Billing Coordinator
Sandy Potteiger, Billing Coordinator
Sandy Potteiger, Billing Coordinator
Sandy Potteiger, Billing Coordinator
Sandy Potteiger, Billing Coordinator
Special Skills
Does your child have a tongue-tie or a lip tie? D
We have therapists who are trained and certified in Myofunctional Therapy. They use the Tongue Tips: An Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy Program, Thumbs Up!: A 30 Day Oral Habit Elimination Program, and Tiny Tongue Tips: An Early Intervention Myofunctional Therapy Program through Simon Says. They have experience providing myofunctional therapy for babies, toddlers, and young children. They assess and develop an individualized treatment plan for children that can be used at the therapy sessions and at home with parents.
Do you have a picky eater?
Paula has a certificate in SOS (Sequential Oral Sensory) approach to feeding. She is able to create and implement an SOS feeding program for babies, toddlers, and young children. She can identify oral, sensory, motor, cognitive and emotional developmental milestones key to feeding.
Do you have a child with Autism Spectrum disorder?
Paula has a certificate in More Than Words: The Hanen Program for Parents of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder or Social Communication Difficulties.
Do you want to learn how to help your child?
Our therapists coach parents on how to facilitate their child’s social and communication skills in everyday contexts, fulfilling the key criteria for effective early intervention. Therapists are able to use reflective conversation, collaborative problem solving, feedback during caregiver practice and joint planning with families in the Early Intervention Program of Loudoun County.
Is your child a late talker?
Paula has a certificate in It Takes Two to Talk: The Hanen Program for Parents. She is able to coach parents on how to facilitate their child’s early language development so that they can effectively apply the learning to everyday interactions with their child.
Does your child have a Motor Speech Disorder or Childhood Apraxia of Speech?
Paula completed Intro to PROMPT-Technique and Bridging for motor speech disorders and Childhood Apraxia of Speech. She is able to set appropriate goals and objectives for the individual within the PROMPT framework. Able to incorporate PROMPT therapy across a range of settings including the home environment while focusing on the key needs for the child to assist him/her to develop to their highest potential.