Our TeamWe are a diverse team dedicated to improving the livelihoods of children and their families through personalized therapy programs. We take care in explaining to families their child's needs and sharing therapy techniques to take home to help make parenting a little bit easier. We guide your family through a process of building your child's life skills for daily living.
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Clinicians
Amy Grant, M.S., CCC-SLP, CAS, Clinic Director, Speech-Language Pathologist, Autism Specialist
Amy holds her Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and a license to practice as a speech-language pathologist from the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. She is a founding member of the SLP Neurodiversity Collective whose mission is is to provide free public access to pro-neurodiversity focused therapists, to advocate with our therapists and the neurodivergent and disabled populations we serve, and to provide education for therapy practices and methodologies which presume competence, are non-trauma inducing and which respect human rights, dignity and sensory preferences. Amy is listed as a Certified Autism Specialist with the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards and has over 14 years experience as an SLP.
She has an extensive background with Autism in evaluating and treating patients requiring augmentative communication devices, and she also has advanced knowledge of American Sign Language. Amy received extensive training on administering the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS-2) and provides assistance to pediatricians and neurologists in identifying Autism with the unique perspective of an SLP. Born and raised in Texas, Amy received her Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University of Texas at Austin in 2003 and her Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Texas at El Paso in 2005.
She has experience working with people of all ages and in a variety of settings, including home health, public schools, hospitals, inpatient and private outpatient clinics. Her exposure to treating a variety of diagnoses includes; Asperger Syndrome, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Pervasive Developmental Disorder, Fluency Disorders, Language Impairments, Hearing Impairments, Childhood Apraxia of Speech, Aphasia, Cleft Lip/Palate, Articulation and Phonological Disorders, Down Syndrome, Non-verbal communication impairments, as well as a multitude of other diagnoses. Amy’s professional interests include Autism Spectrum Disorders, Picture Exchange Communication System, Narrative Language, Oral Motor Development, Treatment of Hypernasality in Children, and Resonance Disorders & Velopharyngeal Dysfunction. Providing counsel, access and support to apply for social services and grants available to them, helping caregivers to maneuver the school system and empowering them to be strong advocates for their child and/or themselves, and providing education to families about diagnoses, the neurodiversity paradigm, and evidence based therapies are the foundation of her practice.
Amy wholeheartedly supports the Neurodiversity paradigm. We are all born different. These differences don't make us any better or worse than the person next to us. This includes our differences in our neurological systems. She believes every individual that visits with us deserves equality, respect, and their own voice. That "voice" may be in action form, gestures, sign language, verbal output, alternative communication methods, total communication methods, or via augmentative communication. Acknowledgement and honoring an individual's communication method is vital to establishing a mutually respectful relationship and accomplishing the most optimal outcomes of therapy.
In their free time Amy and her daughter enjoy attending festivals, traveling, reading, and spending time with their extended family. Email Amy
Amy holds her Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association and a license to practice as a speech-language pathologist from the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. She is a founding member of the SLP Neurodiversity Collective whose mission is is to provide free public access to pro-neurodiversity focused therapists, to advocate with our therapists and the neurodivergent and disabled populations we serve, and to provide education for therapy practices and methodologies which presume competence, are non-trauma inducing and which respect human rights, dignity and sensory preferences. Amy is listed as a Certified Autism Specialist with the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards and has over 14 years experience as an SLP.
She has an extensive background with Autism in evaluating and treating patients requiring augmentative communication devices, and she also has advanced knowledge of American Sign Language. Amy received extensive training on administering the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS-2) and provides assistance to pediatricians and neurologists in identifying Autism with the unique perspective of an SLP. Born and raised in Texas, Amy received her Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University of Texas at Austin in 2003 and her Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Texas at El Paso in 2005.
She has experience working with people of all ages and in a variety of settings, including home health, public schools, hospitals, inpatient and private outpatient clinics. Her exposure to treating a variety of diagnoses includes; Asperger Syndrome, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Pervasive Developmental Disorder, Fluency Disorders, Language Impairments, Hearing Impairments, Childhood Apraxia of Speech, Aphasia, Cleft Lip/Palate, Articulation and Phonological Disorders, Down Syndrome, Non-verbal communication impairments, as well as a multitude of other diagnoses. Amy’s professional interests include Autism Spectrum Disorders, Picture Exchange Communication System, Narrative Language, Oral Motor Development, Treatment of Hypernasality in Children, and Resonance Disorders & Velopharyngeal Dysfunction. Providing counsel, access and support to apply for social services and grants available to them, helping caregivers to maneuver the school system and empowering them to be strong advocates for their child and/or themselves, and providing education to families about diagnoses, the neurodiversity paradigm, and evidence based therapies are the foundation of her practice.
Amy wholeheartedly supports the Neurodiversity paradigm. We are all born different. These differences don't make us any better or worse than the person next to us. This includes our differences in our neurological systems. She believes every individual that visits with us deserves equality, respect, and their own voice. That "voice" may be in action form, gestures, sign language, verbal output, alternative communication methods, total communication methods, or via augmentative communication. Acknowledgement and honoring an individual's communication method is vital to establishing a mutually respectful relationship and accomplishing the most optimal outcomes of therapy.
In their free time Amy and her daughter enjoy attending festivals, traveling, reading, and spending time with their extended family. Email Amy
Katie Abrego, B.S., Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant
Katie received her Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders with a minor in Psychology from Texas A&M University in Kingsville. She is a licensed speech-language pathology assistant with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. Professional interests include; language impairments, articulation disorders, alternative forms of communication (e.g., PECS and speech generating devices), and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Additional exposures include; Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy (CP), and Childhood Apraxia of Speech. Katie has experience providing pediatric clinic-based and home-based speech-language therapy. In her free time Katie enjoys spending time with her family, being outside, singing, and dancing. Email Katie
'>Katie received her Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders with a minor in Psychology from Texas A&M University in Kingsville. She is a licensed speech-language pathology assistant with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. Professional interests include; language impairments, articulation disorders, alternative forms of communication (e.g., PECS and speech generating devices), and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Additional exposures include; Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy (CP), and Childhood Apraxia of Speech. Katie has experience providing pediatric clinic-based and home-based speech-language therapy. In her free time Katie enjoys spending time with her family, being outside, singing, and dancing. Email Katie
Haylee Hobby, B.S., Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant
Haylee received her Bachelor of Science degree in Communication Disorders from Texas State University at San Marcos. She is a licensed speech-language pathology assistant with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. Her professional interests include; augmentative and alternative communication (e.g. speech-generated devices; PECS), articulation disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Childhood Apraxia of Speech, and fluency disorders. In her free time Haylee enjoys spending time with family and friends, spending time in nature, as well as running and cleaning. Email Haylee
Haylee received her Bachelor of Science degree in Communication Disorders from Texas State University at San Marcos. She is a licensed speech-language pathology assistant with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. Her professional interests include; augmentative and alternative communication (e.g. speech-generated devices; PECS), articulation disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Childhood Apraxia of Speech, and fluency disorders. In her free time Haylee enjoys spending time with family and friends, spending time in nature, as well as running and cleaning. Email Haylee
Ashley Sutton, B.S., Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant
Ashley received her Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders with a minor in Anthropology from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. She is a licensed speech-language pathology assistant with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. Her professional interests include Aphasia, Childhood Apraxia of Speech, and cognitive communication disorders. In her free time, Ashley enjoys spending time with her family, quilting and spending time with her dog, Sushi. Email Ashley
Ashley received her Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders with a minor in Anthropology from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. She is a licensed speech-language pathology assistant with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. Her professional interests include Aphasia, Childhood Apraxia of Speech, and cognitive communication disorders. In her free time, Ashley enjoys spending time with her family, quilting and spending time with her dog, Sushi. Email Ashley
Emily Swogger, OTR, M.S., Occupational Therapist
Emily received her Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education from Walsh University. She then went on to receive her Master of Arts in History and Government from Ashland University and a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from Cleveland State University. In 2016 she and her family moved to the Lone Star State. She is licensed to practice as an Occupational Therapist in the state of Texas. Emily joins us with a passion for making a difference in the world and forever learning. Professional interests and exposure include; infants, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Sensory Integration Disorder (SPD), Cerebral Palsy, Dysgraphia, and Vision Processing. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her family, dancing, gardening, and wrapping gifts.
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Emily received her Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education from Walsh University. She then went on to receive her Master of Arts in History and Government from Ashland University and a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy from Cleveland State University. In 2016 she and her family moved to the Lone Star State. She is licensed to practice as an Occupational Therapist in the state of Texas. Emily joins us with a passion for making a difference in the world and forever learning. Professional interests and exposure include; infants, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Sensory Integration Disorder (SPD), Cerebral Palsy, Dysgraphia, and Vision Processing. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her family, dancing, gardening, and wrapping gifts.
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Amanda "Mandee" Anders COTA/L, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Mandee received her Associates Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant program from Brown Mackie College in Akron, Ohio. She is licensed to practice as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state of Texas. Her passion for the pediatric population, dedication to educating families, and empowering patients and their families to carry over therapeutic activities into their daily lives she has provided services in a variety of settings. Professional interests and exposure include; Autism Spectrum Disorder, Sensory Integration Disorder (SPD), Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Torticollis, fine motor/ handwriting weaknesses, and children with challenging behaviors . In her free time she enjoys creating sticker mosaics with her daughter, crafting, and decorating for holidays. Email Mandee
Mandee received her Associates Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant program from Brown Mackie College in Akron, Ohio. She is licensed to practice as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state of Texas. Her passion for the pediatric population, dedication to educating families, and empowering patients and their families to carry over therapeutic activities into their daily lives she has provided services in a variety of settings. Professional interests and exposure include; Autism Spectrum Disorder, Sensory Integration Disorder (SPD), Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Torticollis, fine motor/ handwriting weaknesses, and children with challenging behaviors . In her free time she enjoys creating sticker mosaics with her daughter, crafting, and decorating for holidays. Email Mandee
Sherry Ryan, COTA/L, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Sherry received her Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Texas State University and an Associates Degree in the Occupational Therapy Assistant program from St. Philip’s College in San Antonio, Texas. She is a licensed Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) in the state of Texas. Prior to becoming a COTA, Sherry was a teacher in a non-traditional school. Sherry is passionate about working as a team to improve the lives of children and families by providing high-quality, personalized therapeutic activities that carry over into daily life. Her professional interests include: Autism Spectrum Disorder, Sensory Integration Disorder (SPD), Cerebral Palsy, Dysgraphia, fine motor/handwriting weakness, and Vision Processing Disorder. In her free time, she enjoys game nights with her family, cooking, gardening, and listening to music. Email Sherry
Sherry received her Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Texas State University and an Associates Degree in the Occupational Therapy Assistant program from St. Philip’s College in San Antonio, Texas. She is a licensed Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) in the state of Texas. Prior to becoming a COTA, Sherry was a teacher in a non-traditional school. Sherry is passionate about working as a team to improve the lives of children and families by providing high-quality, personalized therapeutic activities that carry over into daily life. Her professional interests include: Autism Spectrum Disorder, Sensory Integration Disorder (SPD), Cerebral Palsy, Dysgraphia, fine motor/handwriting weakness, and Vision Processing Disorder. In her free time, she enjoys game nights with her family, cooking, gardening, and listening to music. Email Sherry
Administration
Deborah Garza, B.S., Administrative Director
Deborah leads the administrative team with over nineteen years of experience in office management. Born and raised in Texas, she received her Bachelor of Science in Communication with Minor in English from the University of Texas at Austin. She is also a certified paralegal and a real estate broker. Deborah oversees all processes pertaining to medical billing, insurance rules and regulations, customer protection regulations, and financial and budget activities for the clinic. Her years of experience as a legal secretary and office manager has well-equipped her with all the tools necessary to maintain an effective relationship with insurance companies in order to ensure your child receives every benefit that can be garnered. Deborah’s interests include facilitating workshops, swimming, and working with children and animals. Email Deborah
Deborah leads the administrative team with over nineteen years of experience in office management. Born and raised in Texas, she received her Bachelor of Science in Communication with Minor in English from the University of Texas at Austin. She is also a certified paralegal and a real estate broker. Deborah oversees all processes pertaining to medical billing, insurance rules and regulations, customer protection regulations, and financial and budget activities for the clinic. Her years of experience as a legal secretary and office manager has well-equipped her with all the tools necessary to maintain an effective relationship with insurance companies in order to ensure your child receives every benefit that can be garnered. Deborah’s interests include facilitating workshops, swimming, and working with children and animals. Email Deborah
Brandi Bice, Office Manager
Brandi has extensive knowledge in the multi-service industry. Brandi manages daily office functions, serves as human resources, and supports Deborah with insurance dealings. Her main goal is ensure that all issues are addressed in order to promote a healthy and happy environment for your child. Brandi’s interests include art, riding motorcycles, and volunteering at animal shelters like PAWS. Email Brandi
Brandi has extensive knowledge in the multi-service industry. Brandi manages daily office functions, serves as human resources, and supports Deborah with insurance dealings. Her main goal is ensure that all issues are addressed in order to promote a healthy and happy environment for your child. Brandi’s interests include art, riding motorcycles, and volunteering at animal shelters like PAWS. Email Brandi
Karen Kimmons, BS, Billing Specialist
Karen joined our team Bachelor of Science degree in Healthcare Administration and over 20 years of experience in the medical office setting with extensive background in insurance management. Her background uniquely qualifies her to act as the liaison between insurance companies and our families in order to utilize all benefits available and minimize out of pocket charges. In her free time Karen enjoys day trips with her family, crafting, scrapbooking, and keeping up with her two daughters. Email Karen
Karen joined our team Bachelor of Science degree in Healthcare Administration and over 20 years of experience in the medical office setting with extensive background in insurance management. Her background uniquely qualifies her to act as the liaison between insurance companies and our families in order to utilize all benefits available and minimize out of pocket charges. In her free time Karen enjoys day trips with her family, crafting, scrapbooking, and keeping up with her two daughters. Email Karen
Travis Grant, Patient Care Coordinator
Travis joins our family with 20 years of customer service and managerial experience. He is an expert in building relationships with our families, assisting with scheduling, answering questions regarding services, and making your time with us as seamless as possible. In his free time, Travis enjoys spending time with his family, tinkering with gadgets, working on carpentry projects, and writing. Email Travis
Travis joins our family with 20 years of customer service and managerial experience. He is an expert in building relationships with our families, assisting with scheduling, answering questions regarding services, and making your time with us as seamless as possible. In his free time, Travis enjoys spending time with his family, tinkering with gadgets, working on carpentry projects, and writing. Email Travis
Angela Sprouse, Patient Care Coordinator
Angela Sprouse joins our family with 15 years of customer service experience with 9 of those years being in the medical field. She prides herself in building relationships with our families, assisting with scheduling, answering questions regarding services, and making your time with us as comfortable as possible. In her free time you can catch Angela reading a book or catching up on the latest movie/music craze going on. She loves antiquing and spending time with her husband, 4 fur-babies, and the rest of her family and friends. Email Angela
Angela Sprouse joins our family with 15 years of customer service experience with 9 of those years being in the medical field. She prides herself in building relationships with our families, assisting with scheduling, answering questions regarding services, and making your time with us as comfortable as possible. In her free time you can catch Angela reading a book or catching up on the latest movie/music craze going on. She loves antiquing and spending time with her husband, 4 fur-babies, and the rest of her family and friends. Email Angela
Katherine P. Navarro, B.S., Executive Assistant
Katherine received her Bachelor of Science in Communication Disorders from Texas State University. She is licensed by the Texas Board of Examiners as a speech-language pathology assistant. Katherine is the Executive Assistant to the clinic Director, Amy Grant, M.S., CCC-SLP, CAS. Her duties are both administrative and clinical in nature. Katherine was a treating clinician at Therapy Center of Buda for over 6 years prior to taking on this administrative role. Her professional interests include Childhood Apraxia of Speech, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Fluency Disorders, late talkers, and Augmentative Alternative Communication. Katherine loves helping as many families as she can and making a positive difference in the lives of all children and their families. In her free time Katherine enjoys spending time with her family. Email Katherine
Katherine received her Bachelor of Science in Communication Disorders from Texas State University. She is licensed by the Texas Board of Examiners as a speech-language pathology assistant. Katherine is the Executive Assistant to the clinic Director, Amy Grant, M.S., CCC-SLP, CAS. Her duties are both administrative and clinical in nature. Katherine was a treating clinician at Therapy Center of Buda for over 6 years prior to taking on this administrative role. Her professional interests include Childhood Apraxia of Speech, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Fluency Disorders, late talkers, and Augmentative Alternative Communication. Katherine loves helping as many families as she can and making a positive difference in the lives of all children and their families. In her free time Katherine enjoys spending time with her family. Email Katherine
