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Meet Our Team
Ana Buettner, SLPD, CCC-SLP/L, TSSLD
Dr. Ana is the owner and lead Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) at Inclusive Speech & Language Services. She is licensed in New York State, nationally credentialed from the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA), and holds a Professional Teaching Certification in Speech and Language Disabilities.
Ana holds her Doctor of Speech-Language Pathology (SLPD) from Northwestern University and a Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from Gallaudet University. At Gallaudet, Ana became proficient in American Sign Language (ASL) from being immersed in the Deaf Community everyday. She is a strong believer that ASL is an extremely valuable tool in the speech therapy clinic.
After graduating from Gallaudet, Ana returned home to Buffalo and began her career as an SLP. Before opening Inclusive, she has acquired a vast amount of experience working is a variety of different settings across Buffalo and D.C. as an SLP. These include private practices, early intervention clinics, skilled nursing facilities, hospitals, and a Deaf school (St. Mary's School for the Deaf). In these different settings Ana was able to practice, master, and perfect her skills to provide the absolute best speech therapy to her patients. The skills she has perfected range from newborns to palliative care patients who presented with various communication and swallowing disorders.
In addition to leading Inclusive, Ana serves as an Adjunct Professor at Buffalo State University in their Speech Pathology Program. Ana's interests include the Deaf and hard of hearing and linguistically/culturally-diverse populations, Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), and early intervention.
Ana resides in Clarence, New York with her husband and Cavapoo puppies; Oliver & Ivory. When not in the office, she enjoys traveling, biking, skiing, attending concerts, and cheering on the Buffalo Bills.
Education
- Doctor of Speech-Language Pathology: Northwestern University
- Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology: Gallaudet University
- Bachelor of Science in Speech-Language Pathology/Audiology: Kent State University
Rachel Kearns, M.S., CCC-SLP/L, TSSLD
Rachel is a dedicated speech-language pathologist passionate about helping individuals build confidence through effective communication. She earned both her Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders and her Master of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Penn State University. She is nationally credentialed from the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA), and holds a Professional Teaching Certification in Speech and Language Disabilities.
Prior to joining the team here at Inclusive, Rachel previously worked in the private practice setting in North Carolina helping individuals and families exceed their speech and language goals. Rachel is committed to delivering individualized, evidence-based therapy that supports each patient’s unique strengths, goals, and communication needs. She values building strong relationships with patients and families to create a supportive and engaging therapy experience. Her clinical passions and specialty areas include augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), articulation therapy, and early language development.
When not in the office, she enjoys visiting the zoo with her family, traveling, and cheering on the Buffalo Bills.
Education
- Master of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders: Pennsylvania State University
- Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders: Pennsylvania State University
Oliver, CGC
Oliver is a lovable 2-year-old Cavapoo with a friendly personality and a big heart. He proudly holds his Canine Good Citizen (CGC) certification and is currently training to become a therapy dog, where he hopes to bring comfort, joy, and smiles to everyone he meets. When he’s not practicing his therapy skills, Oliver enjoys training on agility courses, playing with his little sister Ivory, chasing his favorite ball, and going on exciting adventures. His playful spirit, sharp mind, and sweet nature make him a treasured member of our team and a friend to all.
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