Speech therapy is a collaborative and supportive process that brings together evaluation, personalized intervention, and guidance for caregivers. Led by speech-language pathologists (SLPs), who are specially trained to help individuals of all ages across a wide range of communication and developmental needs. At its heart, speech therapy is about building connection, confidence, and meaningful progress—together.

Choosing the right fit is such an important part of the therapeutic process. It’s essential to work with a speech-language pathologist who prioritizes building genuine connections, trust, and collaboration. Every step of therapy should be grounded in evidence-based practices, culturally responsive care, and tailored to functionally fit your family's unique needs and daily life.

I invite you to book a free consultation—it's a great opportunity to ask questions, learn more about my approach, and see if I might be the right support for your child.

I earned my bachelor’s degree in Audiology and Speech-Language Sciences, with a minor in Special Education, from the University of Northern Colorado in 2017. In 2019, I went on to complete my master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

For the past five years, I’ve worked within the school system, where I’ve had the opportunity to grow both personally and professionally. During this time, I’ve developed a strong focus on neurodivergent-affirming care, child-led intervention, and play-based therapy. I’ve also been actively involved in AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) evaluation, intervention, and insurance funding processes to help families access the tools they need.

I’m an active member of both the Oregon Speech and Hearing Association (OSHA) and the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), where I stay up-to-date with current best practices in the field.

In order to maintain clear professional boundaries between my school-based role and my private practice—and to honor the differences in how services are provided in each setting—I’m unable to accept private clients whose children attend Allen Dale Elementary School, as I am already employed by the district to provide support at that location.

Thank you so much for your understanding. I’m happy to help connect you with other local resources if that would be helpful.

Using the FairHealth Consumer tool along with local research I have developed the following cost for services.

According to the Grants Pass Zip Code most (80%) in-network SLP's charge $120/ session, and with out-of-network services being $166/session.

For private paying families, who do not bill through insurance, I charge $100/ treatment session, $250/ evaluation, and $50/ consultative support.

Depending on your location, additional $25 travel fee may be included.

These costs reflect a balance between supporting my small business, honoring my expertise and time, and keeping things feasible. Feel free to review my Support and Services page for a more detailed description of what is included into the cost of services.

Travel fees help account for the time it takes to travel to your chosen location, as well as costs related to gas and the impact on scheduling availability. As a mobile practice, these fees allow me to continue offering flexible, personalized services in the environments where children feel most comfortable.

That said, I never want travel costs to be a barrier to care. If this is a concern for you and your child, please don’t hesitate to reach out—I'm always open to having a conversation to explore options.

At this time, I operate as a private pay practice and do not directly bill insurance. However, I’m happy to provide a superbill—a detailed receipt of services—that you can submit to your insurance provider for possible reimbursement, depending on your out-of-network benefits.

I understand how important affordability and flexibility are for families. Sliding scale rates may also be available upon request, and I encourage you to reach out if cost is a concern—we can discuss options together.

I’m currently in the process of completing credentialing to accept insurance directly, with plans to begin offering that option in the new year.

If you have questions about using a superbill, exploring sliding scale options, or navigating reimbursement, I’m here to help.

A superbill is a detailed receipt of services that I can provide after your sessions. It includes important information such as the type of service, dates of service, billing codes, and provider details. You can submit this document to your insurance provider to request possible reimbursement, depending on your specific out-of-network benefits.

While I don't bill insurance directly, superbilling allows many families to recover some of the costs of therapy. Every insurance plan is different, so it’s a good idea to contact your provider to ask about your out-of-network speech therapy benefits. I'm happy to help guide you through the process if you have questions!

I invite you to book a free consultation—it's a great opportunity to ask questions, learn more about how we can work together to provide you the necessary support you are seeking.

Speech evaluations are completed over 2–3 sessions and are designed to be thorough, child-centered, and supportive. The process includes:

• Caregiver Interview: We’ll discuss your child’s developmental history, communication strengths and challenges, sensory and regulation needs, interests, educational background, and any previous interventions.

• Child Interaction: I’ll spend time connecting with your child to observe how they communicate in a comfortable setting.

• Speech & Language Sampling: Through play and interaction, I gather natural communication samples.

• Assessment Measures: Depending on your child’s needs, I may use formal (standardized) or informal tools to evaluate areas like speech sounds, language understanding and use, social communication, and fluency.

This process helps create a well-rounded understanding of your child’s communication needs and guides individualized therapy planning.

Each speech session is uniquely tailored to your child’s goals, interests, and needs—so they may look different from one child to another. What stays the same is how I begin: by building connection. I start by meeting your child where they are, honoring their sensory and emotional needs, and leaning into what excites them.

Once that connection is established, I use evidence-based strategies that match how your child learns best. I invite caregivers into the process so I can observe your natural communication style and share practical tips to support progress at home. Together, we create a supportive, collaborative space where your child can thrive.

You play an important role in your child’s progress, and I’m here to support you just as much as I support your child. Depending on your child’s goals and needs, I may spend part of our time coaching you so that the strategies we use in sessions can be used at home too.

Will you need to join every session? Not at all—but you’re always welcome. Your involvement, in whatever way works best for your family, can make a big difference in helping your child grow and thrive.