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About Sagebrush Speech Therapy
If you're here, you might be worried about your ability or your loved one's ability to eat, think, or speak and are wondering if it’s time for help. Welcome, we are Sagebrush. Sagebrush Speech Therapy was created because large medical systems often make it hard to provide truly personalized, person-centered care. Patients often struggled to have a dedicated therapist, communicate outside of sessions, and felt overwhelmed in the sterile environment of bigger clinics.
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At Sagebrush, we pride ourselves on being a small practice which allows us to care for each patient as if they are family. Our team of therapists brings over 38 years of combined experience. We help individuals with swallowing difficulties enjoy their favorite foods again. We help people with memory challenges return to the activities that matter most. We help people improve their ability to communicate so they connect with the people who matter most.
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We help people improve:
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Word-finding
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Voice
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Speech
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Swallowing
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Executive-function skills (planning, organizing, problem-solving, decision-making)
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Memory and attention
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Specializations:
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Brain injury
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Concussion
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Stroke
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Parkinson's
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MCI/Dementia
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ADHD
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If you’re wondering whether therapy is the next step, we would love to chat. Click below to book a free 15-minute call or schedule an appointment. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
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Free Consult
​​​​​​​​​​​​​We partner with Spark Rehab + Wellness, a physical therapy and occupational therapy clinic in Bend that specializes in neurological disorders. We see patients on dedicated days of the week at Spark Rehab for the convenience of our shared patients.
See more on Spark Rehab: https://www.sparkrehabbend.com/
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Meet Allison
Allison Phillips, M.S., CCC-SLP, is a highly experienced speech-language pathologist and the founder of Sagebrush Speech Therapy. With a diverse background in cognitive, communication, and swallowing therapy, she specializes in working with individuals affected by concussion, traumatic brain injury, stroke, dementia, ADHD, and complex neurological conditions. Her therapy approach emphasizes practical, evidence-based strategies in meaningful contexts to enhance life participation and overall well-being.
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Allison is deeply committed to whole-person care, believing that the best therapy outcomes stem from strong partnerships between patients, their families, and interdisciplinary professionals. She fosters a collaborative approach that empowers individuals to regain confidence and independence in their daily lives.
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Beyond her clinical work, Allison is dedicated to giving back to the Central Oregon community. She serves as a co-facilitator for Parkinson’s Resources of Oregon’s Bend support group, the secretary for the Central Oregon Parkinson’s Council, and a volunteer presenter for Stroke Awareness Oregon. Her leadership and advocacy efforts further her mission to support individuals with neurological conditions and improve access to quality care.
Speech-Language Pathologist + Owner
Meet Kris
Kris Albertson, M.S., CCC-SLP is a licensed and dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist with over 25 years of experience helping individuals across the lifespan to improve their communication and swallowing abilities. She uses a collaborative, person-centered approach with a focus on creating individualized treatment plans and setting meaningful goals based on what is important to each client. She also values the support and involvement of families and care partners as part of the therapy team. Whether the client’s goal is returning to work, communicating with family and friends, participating in the community activities, being understood over the phone or enjoying a favorite meal, Kris is committed to supporting each person’s progress in ways that truly matter to them.
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Kris earned both her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls, Iowa. She has extensive experience working in a variety of clinical settings in Des Moines, Iowa, including hospitals, rehabilitation centers, outpatient clinics, skilled nursing facilities, and home health. Her areas of expertise include working with adults who are experiencing Aphasia, Apraxia, Dysarthria, Cognitive impairments, Voice disorders (Dysphonia), and Swallowing disorders (Dysphagia). These conditions are often due to Concussion, Traumatic Brain Injury, Dementia, Stroke, Parkinson’s Disease or other Neurological Disorders.
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Kris recently relocated to Oregon from Iowa to be closer to her first grandchild. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, crafting, attending concerts, trying new restaurants, spending time with family and exploring all that her new home state of Oregon has to offer.
Speech-Language Pathologist
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Meet Echo
Greeting, Wagging, and Petting Department Head
Echo proudly serves as Sagebrush Speech Therapy’s Head of the Greeting, Wagging, and Petting Department. With a lifetime of experience in therapeutic environments, he specializes in offering comfort, demanding well-deserved pets, and bringing smiles to everyone he meets.
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Did you know that pets provide cognitive and mental health benefits to their human companions? Echo takes his role seriously—offering unconditional support and the occasional nudge for extra attention—to help create a warm and welcoming space for all.
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Sagebrush Speech Therapy is grateful for the joy and companionship Echo brings to the team and our patients every day!
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