Education:

• University of Tennessee at Knoxville – Bachelor of Science in Audiology and Speech Pathology
• Purdue University – Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology

Licenses & Certificates:

• Clinical Fellowship License to practice in the state of South Carolina

Work History:
During my time at Purdue University I had the opportunity to work with a variety of individuals in the inpatient, outpatient, university clinic, ENT office, and school settings. I recently moved to Myrtle Beach, SC to continue my journey in becoming a certified speech-language pathologist and am currently completing my clinical fellowship year. Through these previous experiences, I have gained knowledge of treatment and diagnostic services for speech, language, early intervention, AAC users, literacy, voice, cognitive-communication, aphasia based treatment, and for swallowing disorders. I am passionate about providing evidence-based practices for all patients to address their needs. Additionally, as a bilingual clinician, I am so grateful for the opportunity to provide services for Spanish speakers and their families. I am excited to work with patients and families at Young Talkers to achieve their functional communication goals.

Specialized Training:
Modified Barium Swallow Impairment Profile
This was a self-studied course that provides a standardized and evidence-based resource to identify swallowing impairments in the adult population through the use of a modified barium swallow study. Through the standardization of this protocol, clinicians are able to provide accurate, specific, and consistent information on the results of a patient’s swallow function.

SPEAK OUT! Parkinson Voice Project
This was a self-studied course through the Parkinson Voice Project. It offers an evidence-based treatment approach for individuals with Parkinson’s to regain and retain swallowing function and various aspects of their speech as they learn to speak with intent.