speech

swallowing

cognition

voice

At Short Speech & Swallowing Therapy, we are dedicated to enhancing communication and improving the quality of life for individuals of all ages. We understand that effective communication is essential for building relationships, achieving personal goals, and participating fully in life. 

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Our mission is to empower our clients by providing compassionate, evidence-based therapy tailored to their unique needs. We strive to create a supportive and encouraging environment where clients can feel safe to explore their communication challenges and celebrate their successes.

Female speech therapist, speech-language pathologist, in Kentucky

SYDNEY SHORT IS THE OWNER AND PRIMARY SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST AT SHORT SPEECH & SWALLOWING THERAPY. SHE IS A NATIVE OF WHITESBURG, KY AND NOW RESIDES IN LEXINGTON WITH HER HUSBAND AND TWO SONS.

SYDNEY RECEIVED BOTH HER BACHELOR’S AND MASTER’S DEGREES FROM EASTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY WHILE MAJORING IN COMMUNICATION DISORDERS. SHE IS LICENSED WITH THE KENTUCKY BOARD OF SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY AND CERTIFIED WITH THE AMERICAN SPEECH-LANGUAGE-HEARING ASSOCIATION.