Who We Are
Shaw Therapy PLLC is a small, independent speech-language therapy practice based in Central Vermont. Founded in 2025 by Barclay Shaw, M.S. CCC-SLP, we offer a full range of speech-language services for people of all ages, both in-person and online. Our mission is simple: to help people express themselves with confidence and connect more fully with the world around them.
We’re grounded in compassion, science, and respect for each person's unique strengths. Whether you're a parent looking for support for your child or an adult navigating new communication challenges, we’re here to provide thoughtful, personalized care. Our goal is to create a welcoming space where clients can build real, lasting communication skills—at home, at school, at work, and in their communities.
Meet the Team
Barclay Shaw M.S. CCC-SLP
Barclay Shaw is a licensed speech-language pathologist and the founder of Shaw Therapy. He holds a Master of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders from NYU and is certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).
Barclay’s experience with clients spans early childhood to adulthood. He has worked in public schools, early intervention programs, and rehabilitation settings, helping clients with a wide variety of communication needs—speech sounds, language development, fluency (stuttering), voice, motor speech, cognitive-communication, and social skills. His work is driven by a strong belief that everyone deserves to be heard in their own voice.
When he’s not in the therapy room, Barclay can usually be found outside in the Green Mountains—canoeing, hiking, or biking. He’s also a fan of games, books, and lifelong learning.
Our Commitment to Non-Discrimination
Shaw Therapy PLLC is committed to providing a welcoming, inclusive, and respectful environment for all clients, families, employees, and contractors. We firmly believe that every individual deserves to be treated with dignity and respect, and will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any protected characteristic, including but not limited to:
Race or Ethnicity
Religion
National Origin, Immigration Status
Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Gender Expression
Age
Physical or Mental Disability
Socioeconomic Status
Shaw Therapy PLLC Differentiates Itself
Hybrid Service Model: Offering both flexible virtual and convenient on-site services, maximizing accessibility for clients in Waterbury and surrounding rural areas.
Client-Centered Approach: Prioritizing individual goals, preferences, and family involvement in the therapy process.
Holistic Care: Recognizing the interconnectedness of communication with overall well-being and integrating functional, real-world strategies.
Payment: At our practice we accommodate several payment methods including private pay, and support with insurance and Medicaid.
We Proudly Serve
Children: Those with developmental delays, speech sound disorders, language delays/disorders, autism spectrum disorder, fluency disorders, and other communication challenges.
Adolescents: Individuals requiring support for social communication, executive function, articulation, or language for academic and social success.
Adults: Those recovering from stroke, traumatic brain injury, or other neurological events; individuals with progressive neurological diseases (e.g., Parkinson's, ALS); and those with voice difficulties.
Families and Caregivers: Providing education, training, and support to facilitate communication development and carryover of therapy goals.
School Districts: Seeking qualified and reliable SLP professionals to fulfill staffing needs and provide mandated services to students.
Contact Us
Interested in learning more or setting up a consultation? Reach out—whether you have questions about our services, costs, or availability, we’re happy to chat. We look forward to hearing from you and being part of your communication journey.