Today we’d like to introduce you to LeeAnna.
Alright, so thank you so much for sharing your story and insight with our readers. To kick things off, can you tell us a bit about how you got started?
My journey to founding Sensory Style Co. has been shaped by both my professional experience and my personal life.
I earned my bachelor’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology and spent nearly a decade working as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant, supporting individuals across a wide range of ages and abilities. During that time, I began noticing something that wasn’t being addressed in therapy alone: the environments people returned home to often made daily life more difficult instead of more supportive.
My perspective was also deeply influenced by my own family. Growing up with an older brother with Down syndrome and later helping care for my father after he became wheelchair-dependent during his battle with cancer showed me firsthand how much our surroundings impact independence, dignity, and quality of life.
Those experiences inspired me to combine my healthcare background with my passion for interior design and professional organizing to create Sensory Style Co.
Today, I specialize in designing inclusive residential and commercial spaces that support people with autism, ADHD, dementia, mobility challenges, sensory differences, and other cognitive or physical disabilities. Every project begins by understanding the individual behind the diagnosis—their routines, strengths, challenges, and goals—because thoughtful design should empower people, not simply look beautiful.
As the business has grown, I’ve had the opportunity to partner with healthcare professionals, community organizations, and industry brands while continuing to educate others about what inclusive design can truly be. My mission remains the same as when I started: to create spaces where every person feels safe, supported, and able to thrive.
I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
Like most entrepreneurs, the journey hasn’t been a straight line. Building a business in a niche that many people are just beginning to understand has come with its share of challenges.
One of the biggest hurdles has been educating people about what inclusive interior design really is. Many assume it’s simply about accessibility or aesthetics, when in reality it’s about creating environments that support independence, regulation, safety, and overall well-being. Helping people see that value takes time.
Another challenge has been marketing. Much of my business has come through Thumbtack, referrals, and word of mouth, which I’m incredibly grateful for. However, I’ve reached a point where I know the business needs broader exposure. My goal is to expand beyond lead-generation platforms and increase awareness through media features, strategic partnerships, healthcare professionals, and community organizations so more families and businesses know these services exist.
That said, every challenge has helped refine both my mission and my business. Each project reinforces why I started Sensory Style Co. in the first place—to create spaces that genuinely improve people’s daily lives. Being able to combine my healthcare background and personal experiences with design to serve individuals of all abilities makes every obstacle worth navigating.
We’ve been impressed with Sensory Style Company, but for folks who might not be as familiar, what can you share with them about what you do and what sets you apart from others?
Sensory Style Co. is an inclusive interior design and professional organizing company dedicated to creating spaces that empower people of all abilities. While we work with a wide range of clients, we specialize in supporting individuals with autism, ADHD, dementia, mobility challenges, sensory differences, and other cognitive or physical disabilities, as well as families navigating major life transitions.
What sets us apart is our unique combination of healthcare and design. With nearly a decade of experience as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant, I approach every project by looking beyond the room itself. Before selecting paint colors or furniture, I take the time to understand a client’s routines, strengths, challenges, goals, and how they interact with their environment. The result is a space that isn’t just beautiful—it actively supports independence, comfort, safety, and everyday living.
Whether we’re designing a sensory-supportive bedroom, helping someone age in place, reimagining an accessible workplace, or organizing a home to reduce daily stress, every recommendation is intentional and grounded in how people truly live.
One thing I’m especially proud of is helping broaden the conversation around inclusive design. Too often, it’s viewed as something reserved for children or limited to wheelchair accessibility. In reality, inclusive design benefits people throughout every stage of life—from a teenager with autism gaining more independence, to an adult recovering from an injury, to an older adult wanting to remain safely at home. Good design should adapt to people, not expect people to adapt to their environment.
At its core, Sensory Style Co. exists to prove that thoughtful design can be both beautiful and deeply functional. My hope is that more families, businesses, healthcare professionals, and community organizations begin to see the environment as an essential part of well-being. When we design spaces around people instead of expecting people to fit the space, we create environments where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
If you had to, what characteristic of yours would you give the most credit to?
I believe resilience and determination have been the greatest contributors to my success.
Building a business in a specialized field like inclusive interior design has required patience and persistence. There have been challenges along the way—from educating people about what inclusive design truly is to growing awareness in a niche market—but I’ve never lost sight of the mission behind my work. Every obstacle has strengthened my resolve to keep advocating for environments that support people of all abilities.
My determination comes from knowing that the spaces we live and work in can have a profound impact on our independence, safety, and quality of life. When I see a client gain confidence in their home, a caregiver feel relief, or a business become more accessible to the community it serves, I’m reminded why this work matters.
Resilience isn’t just about overcoming challenges—it’s about continuing to show up with purpose, learning from every experience, and staying committed to creating meaningful change. That mindset has shaped both my business and the way I serve every client, and it’s what continues to drive Sensory Style Co. forward.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.sensorystylecompany.com
- Instagram: @sensorystyleco
- Facebook: @sensorystyleco
