Where It All Started
It’s More Than Speech was founded with a simple yet important goal: to provide meaningful, family-centered therapy that supports children far beyond the walls of a clinic. What began in 2017 with one client and a passion for helping others has grown into a thriving, multi-provider team serving families across Eagle River, Wasilla, and beyond.
Andrea, our founder, took on her first private client in December 2017—supporting a teen recovering from a brain aneurysm. In early 2018, she was encouraged to expand, taking on additional clients and renting space inside a local PT/OT clinic. By the end of 2019, the vision had grown into its own 900-square-foot office with a website and the beginnings of a broader community impact.
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit in 2020, our team didn’t slow down. We pivoted to online services, hired dedicated staff, and moved into a new office space—all while maintaining care and continuity for our clients. That same year, we launched our first preschool and elementary-aged summer social and reading programs, which continue to grow today.
By 2021, we welcomed our first graduate student intern and hired our first clinical fellow, laying the foundation for a strong, permanent team. The following year, we expanded services to Wasilla, and in 2023, we moved into a 2,500-square-foot location with access to outdoor space and room to grow.
Today, It’s More Than Speech proudly offers speech therapy, educational support, social communication groups, and occupational therapy in a warm, collaborative environment. We are a mission-driven team dedicated to functional outcomes, strong relationships, and making a lasting difference in the lives of the children and families we serve.
As we look ahead, our commitment remains rooted in supporting every child’s potential, empowering families, and building a stronger, more connected community, one voice at a time.
Meet The Team

Andrea Toth, MA, CCC-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist

Amanda Goodrich
Special Education Teacher
Beth Bennett
Business Development Manager


Beth Commissaris, MS, CCC-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist

Speech Language Pathologist
Amey Malone, MS, CCC-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist

Clinical Operations Manager
Rebecca Brooks, MS, CCC-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist

Speech Language Pathologist


Angela Peña, MS, CCC-SLP
Bryce Clifford
Breanna Hoops, MS, CCC-SLP

Allison Erickson
Teacher

Alyssa Leon, BA, SLPA
Speech Language Pathologist Assistant

Erin Bruno, MS, CCC-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist

Kate Ryks, MS, CCC-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist

Olivia Keller, MS, CF-SLP
Speech Language Pathologist

Danielle Keller, OTD, OTR/L, BCP
Occupational Therapist