About - Kids Do Better

Our Practice

As a group of professionals who possess a wide range of experiences and skills, we are able to provide comprehensive, individualized services to the children and families we serve. Depending on your child’s needs, you will be matched with the therapist or tutor possessing the best set of skills for your child’s learning path and your own goals for your child. We do not use a “cookie cutter” approach in working with children, because we know that each child we see is uniquely and wonderfully different. Our team works together closely, and takes pride in being able to provide the time and quality of service that your child deserves.

Our History

Children’s Speech, Language and Learning Services is a private pediatric practice, established in 1991 by Janet Knutson, MS CCC-SLP. When she began the practice, Janet’s goal was to offer individualized and effective speech and language evaluations and treatment to families in central Indiana. Our practice has grown over the years, and comprises a group of professionals who are known not only for their dedication to children and families, but for their excellence in providing outstanding services.

Evaluations

Our practice offers the latest, comprehensive evaluations designed to assess your child’s individual strengths and challenges. The evaluation and resulting treatment plan serve as the basis for specific, goal-directed therapy for your child, if indicated. Many parents find it helpful to share their child’s evaluation findings with other educators, in order to help with planning services within their child’s school setting.

Treatment

Our speech and language therapy and tutoring programs are tailored to meet your child’s specific needs. Your child will be paired with the professional possessing the ideal specialized skill set and experience necessary to help achieve specific goals in a timely manner. It is important to remember that you know your child best. You are always involved with the goals, treatment and outcome that are structured for your child.

Working With Your Child

Most of the children we see receive one to one treatment provided within your home, school, or community setting, depending upon your child’s needs. Small group sessions can be beneficial when two children have similar goals or need help in developing social language skills. Specific goals and progress will be reviewed with you on a regular basis and treatment will be adjusted as needed.

Why Choose Us?

We have a long standing reputation for excellence in working with children. Since 1991, parents trust that their child will receive the most progressive, clinically proven methods to improve speech, language and learning. Doctors as well as other health and school professionals regularly refer children to our practice.
Our highly specialized speech and language therapists and tutors work closely with parents and other professionals to expedite your child’s gains. Because we do not see a high volume of children, your child will receive the time and quality of services needed to succeed.
Parents and educators love the flexibility we offer in scheduling. Services are typically offered in-home, within your child’s school, or local community settings. We offer treatment times and sessions to accommodate busy schedules.

Meet the Team

Our Speech and Language Pathologists hold Masters Degrees, are members of the American Speech, Language and Hearing Association, and are licensed to provide private therapy in the state of Indiana. Our tutors are trained in the most progressive, clinically proven methods available, resulting in highly specialized instruction in reading, writing, mathematics, science and social studies. Our support staff members are recognized for the time and care they take in helping to answer questions, and in initiating parents into the speech, language, and learning process. Our team desires to teach parents and serve children as they strive to reach their greatest potential in speech, language and learning.

Janet Knutson, M.S. CCC-SLP

Director. Speech & Language Pathologist

Janet began the practice in central Indiana 1991 and has worked with hundreds of children and their families since that time. She is a skilled diagnostician, and enjoys helping parents to better understand their child’s unique speech and language profile. Janet is passionate about helping her clients to develop their full potential for communicating, and especially enjoys helping children to develop the social aspects of language. She has extensive training in the areas of auditory processing, dyslexia, social and emotional attachment issues and pragmatic language skills. A University of Wisconsin Graduate with a Masters degree in Speech and Language Pathology, she enjoys gardening, writing, ballroom dancing and travel.

Kelly Brodowicz, M.S. CCC-SLP

Speech & Language Pathologist

Kelly received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Indiana University Bloomington in Speech and Hearing Sciences in 2014. She earned her Masters Degree in Speech and Language Pathology from University of Wisconsin Madison in 2016. Kelly has worked with children ages 2-18 years and has a passion for early childhood. Kelly has experience working with children with language delays, articulation and phonological impairments, apraxia of speech, fluency disorders, global developmental delays, cognitive impairments, and autism spectrum disorders. When not doing speech and language therapy, Kelly enjoys reading, spending time outside, and cooking new recipes with her husband.

Traci Condra, M.S. CCC-SLP

Speech & Language Pathologist

Traci received her Bachelor of Science degree from Purdue University in Speech and Hearing Sciences in 2002. She earned her Masters Degree in Speech and Language Pathology from East Tennessee State University in 2004. Traci has worked with children of all ages, beginning at age eighteen months. She has a passion for helping children who struggle with language delays, articulation and phonological challenges, and apraxia of speech. In addition, Traci enjoys working with children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, Down syndrome, and developmental delays. She has worked in a variety of settings, and works closely with parents and other professionals to speed progress. In her free time, Traci can be found spending time with her family and friends. She especially loves traveling and being outdoors with her husband and two daughters.

Kelsey Davis, M.A. CCC-SLP

Speech & Language Pathologist

Kelsey received her Bachelor’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Ohio University and her Master’s degree from the University of Akron. She has extensive knowledge in listening and spoken language for children with hearing impairments using cochlear implants or hearing aids. Kelsey is passionate about family-centered services to create a language rich environment and maximize success and rate of progress. Additional areas of expertise include expressive and receptive language delays, articulation and phonological delays, and auditory skill delays. Kelsey enjoys being active, spending her free time hiking, boxing, rock climbing, or exploring new parts of Indianapolis.

Elizabeth Kuhn, M.A. CCC-SLP

Speech & Language Pathologist

Elizabeth received her Bachelor of Science degree in Audiology and Speech Sciences from Purdue University, and her Masters degree from Ball State University. Areas of expertise include articulation, language and fluency disorders such as stuttering. Liz has also worked with children who have learning disabilities, cognitive delays, physical impairment, speech apraxia, oral motor difficulties, autism spectrum disorders, and hearing impairment. Liz enjoys sailing and traveling, as well as spending time with family and their two white West Highland Terriers.

Lindsey Pfledderer, M.S. CCC-SLP

Speech & Language Pathologist

Lindsey received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Audiology and Speech Language Pathology and her Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Ball State University. She has extensive experience working with Deaf and Hard of Hearing children and is fluent in American Sign Language. Other areas of expertise include articulation, expressive and receptive language disorders, and autism spectrum disorder. Lindsey has also worked with children who have learning disabilities, intellectual disabilities, and physical/orthopedic impairment. In her free time, Lindsey enjoys cooking, hiking, embroidering, doing yoga and spending time with her family and cat.

Kristin Schaaf, M.A. CCC-SLP

Speech & Language Pathologist

Kristin received her Bachelor of Arts in Speech and Hearing Sciences from Indiana University. A New York state native, Kristin earned her Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology from the State University of New York at Geneseo. Kristin has extensive experience in working with young children with hearing impairment and cochlear implants or hearing aids. Other areas of expertise include articulation disorders and speech apraxia, as well as language delays, and autism spectrum disorders. When not working with children, Kristin teaches kickboxing, and is a support oar for an Indianapolis breast cancer survivor racing team.

Kelly Wallace, M.S. CCC-SLP

Speech & Language Pathologist

Kelly earned her Masters Degree in Speech and Language Pathology from Purdue University, and worked for the Zionsville School Corporation prior to joining the practice. She is an ACE Award recipient for her work in continuing education through the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Kelly has expertise in the areas of articulation and speech apraxia, stuttering, receptive and expressive language disorders, and autism spectrum disorders. In her free time, Kelly enjoys conducting food research, reading and spending time with friends, family and her Westie.

Jenny Harville, B.S.

Instructional Tutor

Jenny graduated with her Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Taylor University and has extensive experience in providing highly effective instruction in reading, spelling and math. Jenny has provided services in both clinical and educational settings. She has worked as a developmental therapist, as well as a first grade teacher and special education instructional assistant. Jenny’s effective and compassionate work with children has helped them to thrive in all targeted academic areas. In her free time, Jenny enjoys reading and scrapbooking. She is involved with her church and spending time with family.

Traci Schath, M.A.

Billing & Support Manager

Traci earned her Bachelor of Science in Engineering from the Universtiy of Illinois, and Masters in teaching from the University of Indianapolis. She is proficient in implementing different computer-based systems and provides timely, ongoing documentation to help families secure third-party reimbursement for our services. Traci is licensed to teach upper-level math, and has extensive training in helping children with decoding, reading fluency and spelling. In her free time, Traci enjoys spending time with her family, reading and all things related to Disney.