Grow & Shine Speech Therapy

Play-Based Speech Therapy in the South Suburbs of Chicago

About Grow & Shine

At Grow & Shine Speech Therapy, we serve children and families across Cook County and the South Suburbs of Chicago with early-intervention and groups classes. Whether you're a parent searching for help for your toddler, or a school looking for a trusted SLP partner, you're in the right place!

Our Services

Baby & Toddler Classes

Small-group, play-based sessions giving parents the tools to support early communication in everyday routines.

Speech Therapy for Kids

If your child is under age 3 and you suspect a speech delay, we can work with you in your home, in the child’s daycare or virtually through Early Intervention.

School Contracting

Looking for speech support in your district?
We offer flexible contracting for school systems in-person or virtually across Illinois.

Meet The Founder

Grow & Shine Speech Therapy was founded by Amara, a licensed speech-language pathologist and mother who saw a growing need in her community. After connecting with countless parents who felt confused and overwhelmed when their child wasn’t communicating as expected, she recognized a deeper problem: long waitlists for Early Intervention and private therapy often left families without guidance during critical stages of development. Amara created Grow & Shine to change that.

With a passion for empowering families, she designed parent-child classes that offer research-backed strategies in a warm, welcoming space. Her mission is to give caregivers the tools and confidence to support their child’s communication whether they’re waiting for services or looking to supplement existing ones. Through play, music, and connection, Grow & Shine helps little ones build the foundation for lifelong communication.

Client Testimonials

  • I've had the pleasure of seeing Amara work with kids at a therapeutic day school, and she has such a calm, confident presence that instantly puts children at ease. Her warmth patience, and ability to truly connect with kids is rare. As a parent, it's comforting to know someone like her is out there supporting children with so much heart. " - Clarissa, parent

  • "Our families had a great time during group class this morning! There was lots of singing, signing, reading, and bubble blowing! There was even some time to make a Play-Doh bunny! Thank you to Amara for creating such a fun and educational program." - Gigi's playhouse staff

  • Amara started working with my children when they were 2 and 4, and the difference was incredible. She reached them in ways their school hadn’t—especially my four-year-old with ADD. Her mix of patience and structure helped them feel supported and excited to learn. I truly couldn’t have done it without her." - Nichole, Parent

Have Questions? We’re Here to Help.

Whether you're curious about our baby and toddler classes, looking for school-based speech support or need Early Intervention services, we’d love to hear from you!