Meet your therapist

I'm Gina (Sagrilla) Schumann, owner of Small Talk Speech Therapy, a private pediatric speech and language practice in Columbus, Ohio. As a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist, I've been working with children for more than 15 years in a variety of settings, from inpatient hospitals and outpatient clinics to schools. Throughout my career, I've had the opportunity to work with children from the preschool years through high school.

My areas of specialty include articulation and speech production, early intervention and late talkers, receptive and expressive language delays and disorders, fluency and stuttering, autism and gestalt language processing, and parent and caregiver coaching.

I am licensed to practice in the state of Ohio and hold a Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). I earned my master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from The University of Akron and completed my Clinical Fellowship at Kennedy Krieger Institute, a Johns Hopkins affiliate, in Baltimore, Maryland.
 

Connection Over Compliance

At the heart of my practice is a belief in connection over compliance. Before placing demands, I take the time to build trust, follow your child's lead, and create a space where they feel safe, understood, and motivated to communicate. I believe every communication attempt matters, and I will work to honor and support your child's unique way of connecting with the world.
 

Families Are Essential Partners

Speech and language therapy is most effective when we work together. As a mom of two, I understand that caregivers aren't just observers - they are essential partners in the process. From day one, I work closely with families to provide practical strategies, answer questions, and make sure you feel supported, informed, and confident throughout your child's journey.

With more than 15 years of experience and extensive training in pediatric speech and language development, I bring both clinical expertise and a family-centered approach to every session. My goal isn't simply to work on speech and language skills during therapy - it's to help your child communicate more confidently and successfully in the moments that matter most.