About Us
What Makes Sound Space Different?
We’re a team of neurodivergent folks and allies who believe in care that’s affirming, respectful, and built on real connection. We listen, we collaborate, and we center each person’s unique strengths and story. We’re deeply rooted in community, collaboration, social justice, and progress.
Founder
Sound Space was founded by Mary Coburn, a Speech Language Pathologist with over eleven years of experience in private practice. Mary originally launched the Sound Youth Neurodiversity Collective, known as SYNC, with a vision to create a collaborative and family centered model where professionals could work together to better support children, teens, and their families.
Through her work at Whole Child Therapy Services, Mary observed that many traditional private practice models limited collaboration, prioritized productivity over people, and left providers feeling isolated. She believed there was a more sustainable and ethical approach that honored professional independence, aligned with values, and centered the real needs of families.
As SYNC evolved, it became clear that the greatest need was not shared space, but meaningful connection, education, and professional support. Sound Space emerged as the next chapter of that vision, expanding beyond a physical collective into a professional community focused on learning, collaboration, and growth. Today, Sound Space supports independent clinicians and allied professionals through education, training, peer consultation, and multidisciplinary collaboration, while helping families benefit from thoughtful, coordinated, values aligned care.
Core Values
Self Determination
Relationship
We believe people grow best when they feel safe, heard, and supported. At Sound Space, we center relationships through connection, collaboration, and responsiveness, building trust that supports meaningful growth within families, professional relationships, and the broader community.
Growth
We believe growth happens through learning, reflection, and shared experience. At Sound Space, we learn from one another and from the individuals and families we serve, using feedback to grow thoughtfully, ethically, and in ways that are sustainable.
Integrity
We lead with transparency, fairness, and care for people over profit. At Sound Space, ethical practice, accountability, and inclusion guide our decisions, ensuring support is responsive to real needs while honoring the well being of both families and professionals.
Advocacy & Equity
We believe individuals thrive when their environments support them. At Sound Space, we advocate for access, inclusion, and meaningful accommodations that reduce barriers and promote belonging across families, systems, and communities.