Empowering Kids & Families with Speech Therapy That Makes a Difference in Chicago, IL

Samantha Schultz, pediatric speech therapist in Chicago, IL, providing child-led speech therapy services across Illinois.

Based in Chicago, IL

Helping Clients Across Illinois

Hi, I’m Samantha


I’m a pediatric speech-language pathologist and the founder of The Lucky One.

I provide personalized, play-based speech therapy for children and families in Chicago and across Illinois. Whether it’s helping toddlers find their first words, supporting a child with apraxia, or guiding families through feeding challenges, I’m here to help your child thrive.

At The Lucky One, therapy is more than just goals and techniques, it’s about connection, trust, and real progress. With in-home speech therapy in Chicago and virtual services available across Illinois, I bring compassionate, expert care straight to your home or screen.

Does This Sound Like You?

  • You’re worried your child isn’t talking as much as other kids their age.

  • Mealtimes feel stressful, and you're not sure what's typical anymore.

  • You’ve been told your child might need speech therapy, but you're overwhelmed by where to start.

  • Your child has a diagnosis, and now you're looking for someone who truly gets it.

  • You just want to help your child feel confident, connected, and understood.

If any of that rings true, you’re in the right place.

Father interacting with his daughter during a playful speech therapy moment, representing family-centered speech-language services in Illinois.

My Services

Downtown Chicago skyline featuring The Bean in Millennium Park, representing the home base of The Lucky One Speech’s in-home therapy services.
Child engaged in play-based pediatric speech therapy with toy animals, highlighting early language development techniques used in Chicago therapy sessions.

In-home speech therapy in Chicago, IL

Therapy happens in your child’s most comfortable space, your home. I come to you so we can focus on connection, consistency, and growth in a familiar environment. Contact for more details.

Aerial view of an Illinois city with a river and trees, symbolizing the broad reach of virtual pediatric speech therapy services across the state.
Young girl participating in virtual speech therapy at home, wearing headphones and interacting through a laptop as part of online services across Illinois.

Online therapy across Illinois

Teletherapy offers flexibility and accessibility, whether you're navigating a busy schedule, live outside of Chicago, or simply prefer virtual support.

Ready to Get Started?

Book your free consultation today. It’s a no-pressure way for us to connect, talk through your concerns, explore how I can support your child, and discuss insurance or payment options. Let’s find the right path forward together.