I have worked as a Speech Language Pathologist in districts big and small for over 20 years. As the sibling of a person with communication needs and the parent of two grown children, I look at the communication challenges that I see today with a lifespan perspective as I consider next year and beyond. I understand the importance of listening closely to parents and helping them advocate effectively for their child. I believe it is key to clearly communicate what works to everyone in the child’s environment so we are all using the same language and providing coherent support.

I love research and stay current with the evidence base in my field. I made the switch to private practice because I want the opportunity to follow best practices and to engage more fully with parents.

I am passionate about helping children express themselves confidently in all modalities of language: spoken, heard, written and read. I want them to understand the What and the Why of their challenges as well as what we are going to do about it. I am playful, creative and grounded in current research.