Every Child is Valued
Arrow Speech & Language was founded in 2016 by Kristen Hanvey, SLP, as a way for a busy mom to serve her community. Its mission is to enhance children's communication skills and improve lives, whether it be through family support, direct therapy services, or building capacity in schools districts. Kristen believes that all children have a voice.
ASHA Certified
CCC-SLP
Fort Worth, TX
Kristen Hanvey, M.S., CCC-SLP
Owner & Lead Speech-Language Pathologist
I founded Arrow Speech & Language to provide the kind of personalized, compassionate care that makes a real difference — not just in therapy sessions, but in everyday life. As a mom of two teenage girls, I know how hard it can be to find a provider you connect with and trust. I believe that I have something to offer that is a blessing to families and schools.
The most rewarding moments are when real life change happens. Maybe it is when a children speak for the first time, pronounce their name correctly in class, or eat a family meal. I know that speech, language and feeding disorders can impact a child at home, school, on the ball field, in the dance studio, or anywhere in the community.
With over 20 years of experience, my background spans pediatric private practice, school-based therapy, home health and early intervention. That breadth of experience means I understand the big picture of what families need at home, what students need in the classroom, how the school system operates, and how to bridge those factors.
I hold the ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence and licensure in the state of Texas. I am a member of the Feeding Matters Texas Council, and pursue ongoing professional development to stay current with the latest research and practices.
ASHA Certified
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
Texas Licensed
Licensed by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
20+ Years Experience
Pediatric private practice, school-based, and early intervention
Relational and Attainable
We combine the warmth of a family-centered approach with the rigor of evidence-based practice. Every therapy plan is built around your child's unique strengths, interests, and goals — because the best therapy doesn't feel like work.
Family-Centered
You know your child best. We try to build realistic plans around your family's priorities, routines, and goals — and keep you involved every step of the way.
Evidence-Based
Every technique we use is grounded in current research. We stay current with the latest clinical evidence so your child gets the most effective care available.
Child-Led
Kids learn best when they're engaged. We follow your child's interests and work to make sessions something that kids look forward to.
Collaborative
We partner with families, educators, and other providers to create a consistent support system around the children we serve.
Areas of Specialty
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Schedule a free consultation and let's talk about how we can support your child.