About

Deborah Sarfaty is a Senior Speech Language Pathologist at Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation, one of the nation's leading rehabilitation hospitals. With over 12 years of experience in rehabilitation settings, Deborah specializes in treating patients with neurological disorders, brain injuries, and cognitive impairments.

Her diverse clinical background spans both pediatric and adult populations, giving her a comprehensive understanding of communication disorders across the lifespan. Deborah's expertise in rehabilitation settings brings a unique perspective to speech therapy, particularly for patients recovering from traumatic events.

Clinical Expertise

• Traumatic brain injury rehabilitation
• Stroke rehabilitation and recovery
• Cognitive rehabilitation therapy
• Autism spectrum disorders
• Dysarthria and motor speech disorders
• Neurological communication disorders
• Developmental disabilities

Education & Credentials

Deborah earned her Master of Arts in Communication Sciences and Disorders with a specialization in Speech Language Pathology from Montclair State University (2010-2013). She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Public Health and Psychology from Rutgers University (1994-1997).

Professional Experience

Prior to her current role at Kessler Institute, Deborah gained valuable experience working with pediatric populations at Pediatric Speech-Language Services and the Developmental Learning Center. This combination of pediatric and adult rehabilitation experience provides her with a well-rounded clinical perspective.

Contributions to The Rollr Academy

At The Rollr Academy, Deborah contributes her extensive rehabilitation expertise to ensure our programs address the needs of diverse learners. Her experience with neurological conditions and cognitive rehabilitation helps inform our approach to creating accessible, effective speech therapy exercises.

Deborah's understanding of how the brain processes and produces speech sounds is invaluable in developing therapeutic protocols that work for users with varying backgrounds and learning styles.

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