What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“It was an absolute pleasure working with Sarah Van Auken. Her knowledge and expertise are second to none. In addition, her compassionate yet assertive personality allow her to truly connect to her patients and guide them down the road of healing and recovery.”
RLMore than 1 year ago
“I was referred to Sarah Van Auken by my ENT doctor, and I couldn’t be more grateful.
She is gentle, rigorous, and highly empathetic, with an impressive depth of knowledge in her field.
Her guidance has been invaluable not only for singers like myself but also for anyone in need of speech therapy.
I highly recommend her to anyone seeking professional and compassionate care.
PS: For info, she does sessions online and at her office.”
VHMore than 1 year ago
About Sarah Van Auken
Sarah Van Auken is a licensed SLP in New Jersey and New York. She earned her Master’s in Communicative Sciences and Disorders from Columbia University and holds a Bachelor’s degree from the University of the Arts.
Sarah's rich background spans a wide range of clinical settings, ages, and diagnoses. She has many years of experience evaluating and treating pediatrics and adults, and creating person-centered treatment plans. Her specialty lies in helping performers and other professionals, as well as children, heal their voices and refine their vocal prowess.
Her focus includes speech, language, dysphagia, voice, social skills, accent modification, and public speaking.
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Sarah Van Auken, CCC - SLP, SLP also offers online video visits for patients
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Practice names
Education and training
- Columbia University, Master's in Communicative Sciences and Disorders
- University of the Arts (Bachelor's)
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Female
NPI number
1548740574
Patient reviews
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Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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It was an absolute pleasure working with Sarah Van Auken. Her knowledge and expertise are second to none. In addition, her compassionate yet assertive personality allow her to truly connect to her patients and guide them down the road of healing and recovery.
More than 1 year agoRL
I was referred to Sarah Van Auken by my ENT doctor, and I couldn’t be more grateful.
She is gentle, rigorous, and highly empathetic, with an impressive depth of knowledge in her field.
Her guidance has been invaluable not only for singers like myself but also for anyone in need of speech therapy.
I highly recommend her to anyone seeking professional and compassionate care.
PS: For info, she does sessions online and at her office.
More than 1 year agoVH
I cannot recommend Sarah highly enough for anyone seeking help with voice issues, especially those caused by acid reflux (LPR).Her expertise in dealing with the complexities of the larynx (voice box) due to LPR has been truly life-changing for me.What really sets Sarah apart, though, is her exceptional emotional intelligence.She listens carefully, understands the struggles that come with voice issues, & offers guidance with empathy and patience.She never made me feel rushed or misunderstood, and her gentle encouragement helped me regain my confidence in my voice.Her thoughtful & personalized approach always felt like I was making real progress, even on the tough days.Throughout my time with Sarah, she has not only been a therapist but also a guide in helping me "find my voice" again.The techniques and strategies she taught me have made a remarkable difference in both my vocal health & my ability to communicate comfortably & I am eternally grateful to Sarah for giving me my voice back.
More than 1 year agoJB
I was born with a speech impediment and stuttering. I battled with this challenge by myself when I grew up because speech therapy was not a thing back then. When I met Sarah in 2022, my life changed.
With Sarah's training, guidance, and coaching, I've improved so much that I don't even recognize myself (I'm not exaggerating).
Sarah tailors her coaching based on the same-day situation every session. What makes Sarah special and unique is not only her strategies and materials but also the way she empowers patient/clients. Sarah made me realized I could also have chance to be better person even I stutter.
whenever I think of her encouragement and empathy, it still linger in my mind. I'm forever grateful for her and I'd recommend her 100% every single time.
More than 1 year agoHH
I started working with Sarah in 2022and It's been a wonderful journey to work together. I was born with speech impediment and disfluency in both Mandarin Chinese and English. I didn't know this resource and therapist at all when I was trying to battle this challenge myself. Ever since I met Sarah, I've improved so much that I feel I become a new person with good strategy and charisma when I face stuttering challenges. Not only speaking strategy, but what makes this journey with Sarah even more eventful is how she psychologically built up my confidence along the way.
With her encouragement and empathy, I have been able to handle most of the situation including public speaking, socializing, work meetings.
Till today, I'd very confidently say Sarah basically changed my life. I will forever be grateful for her.
Hans
More than 1 year agoHH
I had an amazing experience with Sarah! She patient, kind, and explained everything in a way that made sense and really helped me improve the way I speak. Thanks to her guidance, I’ve seen a huge change in the quality of my voice. Highly recommend!
More than 1 year agoJA
Though I wasn't able to work with Dr. Van Auken for insurance reasons she was a vital component in my care journey. She listened, gave expert recommendations and is the reason I found my care team due to her referral.
Dr. Van Auken is a professional and caring presence and I highly recommend her to whomever is inquiring.
More than 1 year agoRH
I am an adult who has had a throat disorder for many years - causing pain when I speak. Through working with Sarah I have made significant strides in improving my throat and drastically reducing my level of pain. She has been great to work with and I have an awful lot of gratitude and respect for her.
More than 1 year agoMM
I am so grateful for the help I received from Sarah. She's not just a speech pathologist, she's a vocal superhero!
From the start, it was clear that Sarah knew her stuff. She explained everything and her knowledge of how the voice works was very impressive.
But what really blew me away was her patience. Dealing with vocal issues can be frustrating and debilitating. She stuck with me through every question, every doubt, and every small win.
She always had a positive vibe that made me believe in myself. It's one thing to get professional help, but it's another to have someone cheering you on every step of the way. She truly made the journey way less scary.
Sarah genuinely cares. You're not just another client; you're someone she's committed to helping.
Thanks to her my major vocal issues are history. And I actually enjoyed the process.
Sarah is the real deal. I can't recommend her enough!
More than 1 year agoSS
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What practice does Sarah Van Auken work with?
Sarah Van Auken works with Speak to Connect, LLC.
Where is Sarah Van Auken's office located?
Sarah Van Auken has 3 office locations, including in New York and Batsto, view full addresses on Sarah Van Auken's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Sarah Van Auken?
Sarah Van Auken frequently sees patients for Alzheimer's Disease, Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism, Hoarseness, and Multiple Sclerosis. You can see other visit reasons for Sarah Van Auken on their profile.
What languages does Sarah Van Auken speak?
Sarah Van Auken speaks English.
How do patients rate Sarah Van Auken in reviews?
9 patients have reviewed Sarah Van Auken. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.