Polaris Speech
& Neurological Rehabilitation
Mission
To provide patient-centered speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing services, while empowering our patients and their families to live their lives to the fullest.
Vision
To support people with Neurological Disease in all aspects of their lives, until there is a cure.
Meet Amy Larocca, MA, CCC-SLP
Owner, Polaris Speech
Hello! I'm a medical speech-language pathologist, educator, and advocate. I'm passionate about helping people maintain or regain their speech, language, cognitive, and swallow skills to live their best life possible. I strive to support my patients and their families throughout their journey with neurological disease, like Polaris, the North Star, guiding those navigating the ocean. When I'm not working with my patients or training the next generation of SLPs, I love spending time outside with my active family. Please use the contact form below to connect with me.
Speech-Language Pathologist
I bring over 20 years of clinical experience evaluating and treating adults with a wide range of neurological disorders. In addition, I also served as a university faculty member, where I taught future clinicians and directed specialized clinic programming for individuals living with Parkinson’s disease.
My areas of clinical specialization include swallowing and swallowing disorders (dysphagia), neurological motor speech disorders, orofacial myofunctional disorders, and cognitive-communication disorders. I am trained in SPEAK OUT!®, Lee Silverman Voice Therapy (LSVT), the McNeill Dysphagia Therapy Program, and Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy, allowing me to provide highly skilled, evidence-based care tailored to each individual.
As a lifelong learner, I place a strong value on continuing education and remain committed to staying current with best practices in the field. I hold Parkinson’s Foundation Team Training certification, which reflects my dedication to providing comprehensive, holistic, and evidence-informed care. My goal is to foster a strong, multidisciplinary community of support for individuals living with neurological disease throughout Northeast Ohio.​​
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Educator
I have presented at conferences, symposiums, and support groups on topics related to Parkinson's Disease, airway health and breat support, treatment and support, ethics, and advocacy. I continue to educate fellow professionals at state and national confereances. I believe it is our responsibility to educate our community about the available resources and services to help everyone live their best quality of life. If you would like to collaborate professionally or would like to discuss an opportunity for a presentation, please use the "Contact" form below to reach out.
"Health is a state of physical, mental and social well-being, not merely the absence of disease." - WorldWellnessEducation.org
Advocate
I have walked this path as a healthcare provider and as a family member of someone navigating illness and rehabilitation. I understand how integral communication, education, resources, and support are throughout this journey. Because of those experiences, I focus on what is important to you. Together, we will develop goals and a plan of care that is appropriate for you. I will connect you to resources that will provide you with the information you need throughout your journey with Parkinson’s or other neurological diseases.
Contact
Please reach out to inquire about services, resources or opportunities for collaboration.
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