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Kristen Riley is a dedicated professional with over fifteen years of experience working with children in various capacities. She is a certified speech-language pathologist through the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and holds a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design from Florida State University, as well as a Master of Science in Speech, Language, and Learning from Northwestern University. Since earning her degree in 2014, Kristen has applied her expertise in diverse settings, including homes, schools, clinics, and virtual environments. Kristen offers comprehensive assessment and treatment for individuals of all ages, as well as parent consultations. Her approach to therapy is grounded in neurodiversity, focusing on individual strengths and empowering others to advocate for their communication needs. She believes in setting practical, attainable goals that align with the busy lives of the individuals and families she serves. Kristen emphasizes the promotion of language development to foster positive self-esteem and motivation. Most recently, Kristen has been a proud stay-at-home mom who enjoys family time, traveling, hiking with her dogs, gardening, and pursuing lifelong learning.

Kate Wickham has over 11 years of experience as a bilingual speech-language pathologist. She provides skilled intervention to both children and adults, with experience working in schools, assisted living facilities, skilled nursing facilities, hospitals, inpatient and outpatient clinics, as well as home health. Kate is certified by the American Speech-Language Hearing Association and received both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees at Western Michigan University. She holds active speech-language pathology licenses in Michigan, Delaware and Florida. Outside of work Kate enjoys going to the beach, playing trivia, hiking and traveling. She recently traveled to Peru to hike the Incan Trail and see Machu Picchu.

Christy Harden is an Arizona-based Speech Language Pathologist with over 20 years’ experience in the field. Christy’s experience spans acute care in hospital settings, sub-acute care in rehabilitation facilities, outpatient rehabilitation, skilled nursing facilities, regional centers, schools and private practice. Currently she owns and operates a private practice in Sedona, AZ, providing individualized holistic services custom designed to meet each client's specific needs. She refers to her office as her “studio” and thinks of her practice as an art. Christy is a California native and graduated with master’s degrees in both Speech Pathology and English with a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies from California State University Sacramento. She holds additional certifications in Integrative Health Coaching and Raw Food Consultation and has authored several books. She enjoys spending time reading, writing, working in her garden and playing with her young daughter.

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Katie Tinsley is a skilled Speech-Language Pathologist with a passion for helping individuals of all ages overcome communication challenges. She holds a master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from Old Dominion University and has experience working in schools, clinics, and home health settings. Katie specializes in evaluating and treating a variety of communication disorders, providing personalized and evidence-based therapy. Her commitment to patient-centered care extends to educating families to support progress at home. Katie is dedicated to delivering high-quality, innovative therapy to empower her clients in their communication journey.

Katie has over 5 years of experience in the field of Speech-Language Pathology specializing in the evaluation and treatment of adults with cognitive-linguistic impairments, dysphagia, dysarthria, aphasia, apraxia, neurodegenerative conditions, and voice disorders. She has experience in various settings including acute care, inpatient rehab, outpatient therapy, and home health. She is certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and was recently honored as a distinguished early career professional. She holds a BS in Speech and Hearing Science and an MS in Communication Disorders from Arizona State University. While completing her undergraduate coursework, she conducted research on mTBIs in the veteran population, and in 2020, she was certified as a brain injury specialist by the Brain Injury Association of America. While at Mayo Clinic, Katie co-founded the PPA Support Group, where she organized monthly meetings to connect patients and their caregivers with essential resources and educational support. In her free time, Katie enjoys spending time with her family and friends, hiking, mountain biking, and traveling.

Christine Corl has over 19 years of experience working with a wide range of clients and their families in the areas of speech, language, and swallowing disorders. Christine is a certified neonatal therapist and specializes in the area of pediatric feeding and swallowing as well as early childhood development. Beyond pediatrics, Christine has worked with adult clients in both hospital and clinic settings. Christine’s practice has been shaped by her experience working at such facilities as the University of Chicago Medical Center and the University of Washington Medical Center. Christine is certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), holds a Bachelors of Science from James Madison University, and a Masters of Science from Gallaudet University. She is proficient in basic sign language. When Christine isn’t working she loves spending time with her daughter, traveling, and exploring the Pacific Northwest.

Samantha is a dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist with over 4 years of diverse experience across various care settings, including skilled nursing facilities, inpatient rehabilitation hospitals, independent living facilities, and assisted living facilities with memory care units. Samantha is certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). She holds a BS in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences from the University of Arizona and earned her MS in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Chapman University. Samantha is passionate about empowering her clients to build confidence, enhancing their independence and self-assurance while working towards their goals. Outside of work, Samantha is an amateur ceramist and loves playing guitar, gardening, and spending time with loved ones.

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Paul McGill is a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist with over 5 years of experience in outpatient settings, schools, and telehealth. His areas of expertise include social communication (pragmatics), school-related language disorders, executive functioning skills, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), and cognitive communication disorders. Paul is certified by the American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA) and is a certified trainer of the PEERS Program. He holds a BS in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University of Utah and a MA in Speech-Language Pathology from New Mexico State University. Paul enjoys his free time hiking, gaming with friends, reading, and finding new boba tea shops to try.

Amber Hamby has over 7 years experience as a Speech-Language Pathologist. She provides skilled interventions to children and adults supporting communication, language/early language, cognition, and swallowing skills in various settings including outpatient, skilled nursing, and private clinic. Amber is certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and is a certified endoscopist and swallowing specialist. She holds a BS in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, and a MS in Speech-Language Pathology from Andrew’s University of Michigan. Outside of work, Amber enjoys spending time with her husband and 3 dogs, usually hiking, walking, traveling, or finding a quaint place to eat.

Cara O’Connell, M.S., CCC-SLP, is a licensed speech-language pathologist in Arizona and a certified member of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. She earned her B.S. in Communication Disorders and her M.S. from Adelphi University in Garden City, New York, where she also received certification in Gerontology. With a decade of experience, Cara has dedicated her career to working with adults and seniors in various settings, including outpatient clinics, home health, sub-acute rehabilitation centers, skilled nursing homes, memory care, and assisted living facilities. Her commitment to patient-centered care is evident in her specialty areas, which include stroke recovery, traumatic brain injury recovery, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s/dementia, and other neurological disorders impacting speech, language, and cognitive function.

Erica Thomas is an experienced Speech Language Pathologist with a B.S. and M.S. degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and over 10 years of diverse clinical experience. She has successfully treated patients ranging from 6 months to 108 years old in various settings such as school systems, private practice, hospitals/acute care, and long-term and skilled nursing facilities. Erica’s expertise extends to treating a wide range of speech and language disorders and diseases, and she is also certified in LSVT to address voice concerns in Parkinson’s patients. In her free time, she enjoys taking long walks with her dog, traveling, reading, and trying new restaurants.

Tara Trott boasts over 16 years of experience in the field of Speech Language Pathology, having acquired a Master of Science degree in Communication Disorders from Nova Southeastern University and a Bachelor of Science degree in Communication Disorders from Texas State University. She is also certified by the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA). Tara's passion lies in providing efficient intervention for children with speech and language disorders through a total communication approach. As a skilled Speech Language Pathologist, she has completed numerous hours of training in diverse communication devices (both dedicated and non-dedicated) to offer her patients every opportunity to have a voice. Tara's primary goal is to witness her patients succeed and improve their quality of life. For almost two decades, she has treated pediatric patients, a role that has brought her joy and purpose to her career. Tara firmly believes in the importance of collaborating with children, their families, caregivers, medical professionals, and educational team members to provide therapy beyond the therapy room. Tara believes this approach is crucial in unlocking a child's full potential. Beyond her work, Tara enjoys spending quality time with her three children, Adalyn, Blaiden, and Canton. She also relishes working out, traveling with her family in Yoakum, TX, and planning fun activities that make her their #1 hero. Tara's dedication, friendliness, and devotion to thinking outside the box have made her an integral part of many children's success stories.

Sarah Leslie has over 13 years of experience as a Speech-Language Pathologist and therapy leader. She has worked across settings, from skilled nursing to schools to outpatient. She excels at providing skilled interventions for both children and adults, and is certified by the American Speech-Language Hearing Association. Her specialties include dysphagia, aphasia, dementia, cognitive impairment, articulation, language development and AAC. She has a bachelor’s in Human Resources from Xavier University and a Master’s in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University of Cincinnati. Outside of work, Sarah enjoys hiking, boating, traveling, and good cup of coffee.

Lacey Ramos has over 18 years of experience in the field of Speech-Language Pathology. She provides skilled intervention to children and adults supporting communication skills in various settings, including private clinics and schools. Lacey is certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and holds a BS in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology from the University of Northern Colorado and an MS in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Wyoming. Outside of work, Lacey enjoys spending time with her husband and son (usually golfing!), hiking, reading, and traveling.

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Kevin Thompson has over 13 years of experience in the field of Speech-Language Pathology. Kevin has evaluated and treated speech and language disorders in various settings. Kevin holds a BA in Business from Michigan State University and an MA in Speech-Language Pathology from The University of Toledo. He is certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and holds state licenses in multiple states. Outside of work Kevin enjoys spending time with his family, attending his kids' soccer games, and listening to music.

Liz Zyzo has over 8 years of experience in the field of Speech-Language Pathology. She provides comprehensive speech and language evaluations and treatment to children ages birth to 5 as well as parent consultations and training via teletherapy. Liz has worked in various settings, including home and virtual environments, implementing a family-centered, play-based approach to care. Liz is certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and holds a BA from the University of Connecticut and an MS from the University of Rhode Island in Speech-Language Pathology. Outside of work, Liz enjoys spending time with her significant other, family, friends, and two dogs. She has a passion for travel, discovering new restaurants, reading, and watching movies. Liz also loves staying active with golf, tennis, beach volleyball, and pickleball.

Stephanie Feero has over 7 years of experience in the field of Speech-Language Pathology. Stephanie has experience in various settings, including outpatient clinics, skilled nursing facilities, and private practice where she has held lead roles. She holds a BS in Speech and Hearing Sciences from Washington State University and an MS in Speech-Language Pathology from West Texas A&M University. Stephanie is certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and is licensed in the state of Washington. Outside of work Stephanie enjoys reading, 3D printing, and swimming.