About Stefanie
Speech Language Pathologist
I specialize in oral motor deficits, feeding disorders, and muscle based speech sound disorders. I have worked in a variety of settings and have treated individuals of all ages (infants to adults) with a wide variety of communication and feeding disorders. I have my Early Intervention credential and have extensive experience working with children birth-3 years old. I believe in working collaboratively with the patient, family, and other professionals directly involved in the patient’s care, so that the patient can attain optimal success. When I’m not doing therapy sessions or brainstorming fun therapy ideas, I like reading, doing yoga, completing DIY projects, and spending time with my rescue dog, Faith Penelope.
Qualifications & Awards
ACE award: the ACE award is awarded by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association for professionals who have exceeded the required amount of continuing education hours within a 36-month period.
Education
- M.S. in Speech-Langauge Pathology from Saint Xavier University, Chicago IL
- B.A. in Speech-Language Pathology from Elmhurst College, Elmhurst IL
Credentials
- Licensed speech-language pathologist in Illinois
- Nationally certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Assocication (ASHA)
- Credentialed Illinois Early Intervention evaluator and provider
Certifications
- Level Two Certified in Oral Placement Therapy
- Certified in Beckman Oral Motor Protocol
Trainings
- A Three-Part Treatment Plan for Oral Placement Therapy
- Feeding Therapy: A Sensory Motor Approach
- Oral Placement Therapy: Assessment and Program Plan Development
- Beckman Oral Motor Protocol
- Food Chaining
- Introduction to DIR/Floortime
- Nancy Kaufman Speech to Langauge Protocol for Childhood Apraxia of Speech
- Hanen: It Takes Two to Talk
- SOS Approach to Feeding