Integrative Speech Therapy & Yoga

SPOGA

Rutherford, NJ

SPEECH OFFERINGS

Children’s Speech & Language Therapy

Energetic, play-based speech and language therapy for children navigating challenges related to early language and developmental delays, autism, and differences in social communication.

Adult’s Cognitive Linguistic & Aphasia Therapy

Individualized speech and cognitive-linguistic therapy for adults navigating challenges related to stroke, brain injury, dementia, aphasia, or executive functioning.

YOGA OFFERINGS

Woman stretching on yoga mat

SPOGA

Yoga, Breathwork, Somatic Re-Education, and Meditation

Athletes doing sports yoga

SPOGA PRO

Performance Enhancement & Recovery Programs for Athletes

Children group doing yoga class

SPOGA KIDS

Children’s Yoga and Mindfulness Programs

Hi, my name is Lauren.

Welcome to SPOGA, a place for practice.

Lauren Kriston headshot

As a yoga teacher and speech-language pathologist, I believe in the profound power of language - both spoken and unspoken. Our thoughts shape our realities, and the words we choose, whether spoken aloud or held within, deeply influence the quality of our lives and the way we perceive the world.

My work spans athletes, families, teachers and children, supporting skills that are fundamental across the lifespan - such as focus, self-regulation, communication and resilience.

Because these practices target the body, mind, and breath together, they translate seamlessly across populations, helping individuals at every stage of life thrive both in daily life and performance.

Testimonials

  • "Through movement, breathwork, and meditation, Lauren teaches practitioners how to find peace and balance within themselves. Her classes and workshops are designed to promote positivity, gratitude, and healing; they are medicine for the soul!"

    Regina Pasqualone

  • "As a parent, you're juggling many things and while you want to do right by your child you need guidance and prioritization from a trusted professional - better still if that trusted professional truly loves your child. My family and I felt that Miss Lauren went above and beyond embracing our entire family".

    Tara Morril

  • "My classes with Lauren were always amazing! Challenge me physically, mentally and spiritually! After each session I was able to take on the field with 100 percent confidence."

    Saquon Barkley

  • "Incorporating this program into my weekly pregame routine has not only alleviated stress, but also provided me with a sense of balance and calm that translates to improved performance under pressure."

    Daniel Jones

  • "Someone whose knowledge base is matched only by her enthusiasm, Lauren was unfailingly patient, answering my many questions and encouraged me to play a part in my boys' continued development."

    Stephanie Kivich

  • "From the start, Emily always looked forward to seeing Lauren, excited for both playtime and the built-in speech sessions. It all blended so seemlessly that I could hardly tell whether it was a speech therapy session or just fun play."

    Justyna Marciniak

  • "Beyond the physical benefits typically associated with yoga, Lauren's classes equipped our players with invaluable mental resillience and physical conditioning, enabling them to navigate the pressure of elite competition with composure and focus."

    Craig Fitzgerald

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With gratitude,

Lauren