Speech Pathways

Specialties

The only comprehensive pediatric speech-​language pathology clinic in Carroll County, Maryland, SPEECH PATHways opens the doors to communication for children challenged by speech and language deficits. Offering speech and language services since 1999, SPEECH PATHways is directed by owner Kimberly A. Bell, M.S., CCC-​SLP. Along with traditional speech and language services, Kim and her highly qualified therapists offer a wide variety of specialized pediatric programs combined with helpful support groups that help pave the road to success.

Clients travel from as far as Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia and the Washington, DC, area to our Carroll County clinic for our creative approach and specialty services. Our therapeutic groups offer enriching opportunities for growth to kids at all developmental levels.

History

Established in 1999.

Established by Kimberly A. Bell, M.S., CCC-​SLP in 1999 to meet the growing needs of the Carroll County community.

Meet the Business Owner

Kimberly B.

Business Owner

A speech-​language pathologist for over 19 years, «Miss Kim» founded SPEECH PATHways in 1999. Kim is very active in the Maryland Speech Language and Hearing Association (MSHA). Recipient of the 2002 award for service to MSHA and the profession of speech-​language pathology, she began a 3-​year term on the MHSA Executive Board in 2007 and served as President in ²⁰⁰⁸⁄₂₀₀₉. In 2010, she was elected as Private Practice Director. She was elected President-​Elect of MSHA in 2012 and is currently serving a 2 year term as President. Kim developed and coordinated the Private Practice Track for the annual MSHA convention from 2007 through 2011. A former faculty member at Towson University, Kim guest lectures in addition to speaking at various community and professional seminars. Kim earned her sixth ASHA Award for Continuing Education (ACE) in 2010, reflecting her concerted, personal effort to continue professional learning beyond an academic degree.