Kendra Johnson - Pediatric Speech Therapist in Princeton, MA
Helping Kids Thrive with Speech Therapy
Hi, I'm Kendra
With over 25 years of experience in Speech-Language Pathology across diverse settings, I’m passionate about guiding every voice to its full potential. In my private practice, I partner closely with parents and caregivers to create personalized, strength-based strategies tailored to your child’s unique needs. Together, we’ll celebrate each milestone with joy and nurture your child’s communication journey—making therapy both sweet and effective.
Why I love what I do:
I love the variety of cases I get to work with, as each child brings their own unique strengths and challenges. Most of all, I find joy in helping children find their voice and confidently use it to express themselves.
Why I’m passionate about in-home care:
I love working directly with families and caregivers to support functional communication that isn’t shaped by unrealistic academic expectations.
What does a Speech Therapist Do?
Speech-language pathologists (also known as speech therapists or SLPs) help kids communicate—whether they’re late to talk, hard to understand, or struggling to express themselves. They also support kids with feeding, swallowing, and social interaction. SLPs focus on:
- Speech sounds – helping kids say words clearly so others can understand them
- Language development – building vocabulary, following directions, and expressing ideas
- Social skills – learning how to have conversations, ask questions, advocate for their needs, and take turns
- Stuttering – supporting smoother, more confident speech
Speech therapy gives kids the tools to express themselves and connect with the people around them—at home, in school, and in the world.
My Specialties
I specialize in:
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How my practice is special
Listening to Caregivers’ Concerns
I make it a priority to truly listen to caregivers, ensuring their concerns are heard and addressed throughout the therapy process.
Engaging Activities to Motivate Communication
I use fun and interactive activities that excite children and encourage them to communicate in a natural, meaningful way.
Experienced ant Energetic Approach
Even after many years in the field, I bring a very young and enthusiastic attitude to every session, making therapy enjoyable for children and families alike.
Client testimonials
“Kendra is absolutely amazing and has helped so much with our son’s speech delay. Our son loves his visits from her!”
"We love working with Kendra! She has a wonderful way about herself and how she connects with my son. He has really enjoyed having fun with Kendra while making progress with his sounds. We highly recommend working with Kendra to anyone that needs speech services."
“Our 8-year-old had a frontal lisp, and Kendra made speech therapy something he actually looked forward to. She knew how to keep him engaged and make progress in a fun, natural way. Virtual sessions were interactive, with games, stories, & movement activities.”
Areas I Serve
I work with families in Princeton, MA, and these surrounding areas:
Rutland
Holden
Sterling
Hubbardston
Winchendon
Gardner
Local spots & businesses I love
The Barn Princeton
Stone Cow
Unsure about what your child needs?
Book a quick 10 minute consultation with me! Serving families in Princeton, MA, near Rutland, Holden, and Sterling. Easily accessible from Route 2 and Highway 190.
Who is Coral Care?
Coral Care supports families with exceptional in-home pediatric therapists in speech therapy, occupational therapy, and physical therapy.
Every provider in our network is thoroughly vetted through a clinical review process and receives ongoing support through monthly education, community, and access to specialized resources.
We believe the best care happens when disciplines work together. That’s why we actively support cross-specialty collaboration—ensuring kids get care that’s not just high-quality, but truly holistic.
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