Our TeamWelcome to Therapy Center of Buda, a sanctuary where understanding, acceptance and growth meet. Here, we are more than just a therapy center. We are a community that believes in the power of diversity, inclusivity and the brilliance of the neurodiverse mind. Our therapy center is dedicated to ensuring that every individual who walks through our doors is seen, heard, and valued.
Uniquely positioned as a neurodiverse-friendly environment, we take pride in our team of experts who are not only skilled in their respective fields but also empathetic, understanding, and trauma-informed. Our therapists, dedicated to fostering an environment where everyone is comfortable, work tirelessly to tailor therapies to fit the needs of each individual. |
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Our commitment to inclusivity and diversity isn't limited to our clients but extends to our employees as well. We value different perspectives, and we believe that the best ideas and solutions come from a diverse group of minds working together. We are always on the lookout for passionate therapists who are ready to learn, grow, and contribute to our mission.
We have been humbled and inspired by the positive testimonials from our clients, like this one from Ms. Williams, a parent of one of our clients (sharing with permission): "My son has grown so much since we started therapy at Therapy Center of Buda. He used to be so uncomfortable in social situations, but now he has become more confident and is able to express himself. The therapists at Therapy Center of Buda have played a significant role in this transformation".
Our goal at Therapy Center of Buda is to continue this extraordinary journey of growth and acceptance while constantly evolving to meet the unique needs of our clients and employees alike. We are Therapy Center of Buda, where every day is a celebration of neurodiversity, inclusivity, and growth.
Thank you for taking the time to learn about us. We invite you to join us on our journey towards creating a world where every mind is celebrated.
We have been humbled and inspired by the positive testimonials from our clients, like this one from Ms. Williams, a parent of one of our clients (sharing with permission): "My son has grown so much since we started therapy at Therapy Center of Buda. He used to be so uncomfortable in social situations, but now he has become more confident and is able to express himself. The therapists at Therapy Center of Buda have played a significant role in this transformation".
Our goal at Therapy Center of Buda is to continue this extraordinary journey of growth and acceptance while constantly evolving to meet the unique needs of our clients and employees alike. We are Therapy Center of Buda, where every day is a celebration of neurodiversity, inclusivity, and growth.
Thank you for taking the time to learn about us. We invite you to join us on our journey towards creating a world where every mind is celebrated.
Clinicians
Amy Grant, M.S., CCC-SLP (she/her)
Clinic Director/ Owner
Speech-Language Pathologist
Focus Areas: Autism/ADHD/Trauma
Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist- Individual
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 the Chairperson of the Member Advocacy Committee under the VP for Social and Governmental Affairs for The Texas Speech-Language Hearing Association and is a member in good standing. She was a founding member and served on the Senior Advisory Board of the Therapist 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, trauma-sensitive and which respect human rights, dignity and sensory preferences. She continues to mentor therapists transitioning from a pathologizing model to a neurodiversity-affirming model. Amy is an Autism and ADHD Specialist as well as a Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist- Individual with the Arizona Trauma Institute. She nearly two decades of experience as an SLP.
She has an extensive background with Autism in evaluating and treating clients 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 someone as Autistic with the unique perspective of a pro-neurodiversity and neurodivergent 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 working with a variety of diagnoses includes; Autism , Stuttering, Demand Avoidance, history of trauma/PTSD/CPTSD, Language Impairments, Hearing Impairments, Childhood Apraxia of Speech, Childhood Aphasia, Cleft Lip/Palate, Articulation and Phonological Disorders, Down Syndrome, Non-speaking communication impairments, as well as a multitude of other diagnoses. Amy’s professional interests include Autism, Narrative Language, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity (ADHD), childhood aphasia, child language, medically complex clients, and reading disorders. Providing compassionate trauma-informed therapy as well as 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 compassionate evidence based therapies are the foundation of her practice.
Amy wholeheartedly supports the Neurodiversity Paradigm and movement. We are innately different. This includes our differences in our neurological system/ neurotype. She believes every individual deserves respect and their own voice. That "voice" may be in action form, gestures, sign language, spoken word, alternative communication methods, total communication methods, via a personal speech generating device, etc. Acknowledgement and honoring an individual's communication method is vital to establishing a mutually respectful relationship and accomplishing the most optimal outcomes of therapy. She also believes in educating our community to make equitable opportunities for our marginalized populations.
In their free time Amy and her daughter enjoy attending festivals, traveling, reading, and spending time with their extended family. Email Amy
Clinic Director/ Owner
Speech-Language Pathologist
Focus Areas: Autism/ADHD/Trauma
Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist- Individual
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 the Chairperson of the Member Advocacy Committee under the VP for Social and Governmental Affairs for The Texas Speech-Language Hearing Association and is a member in good standing. She was a founding member and served on the Senior Advisory Board of the Therapist 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, trauma-sensitive and which respect human rights, dignity and sensory preferences. She continues to mentor therapists transitioning from a pathologizing model to a neurodiversity-affirming model. Amy is an Autism and ADHD Specialist as well as a Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist- Individual with the Arizona Trauma Institute. She nearly two decades of experience as an SLP.
She has an extensive background with Autism in evaluating and treating clients 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 someone as Autistic with the unique perspective of a pro-neurodiversity and neurodivergent 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 working with a variety of diagnoses includes; Autism , Stuttering, Demand Avoidance, history of trauma/PTSD/CPTSD, Language Impairments, Hearing Impairments, Childhood Apraxia of Speech, Childhood Aphasia, Cleft Lip/Palate, Articulation and Phonological Disorders, Down Syndrome, Non-speaking communication impairments, as well as a multitude of other diagnoses. Amy’s professional interests include Autism, Narrative Language, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity (ADHD), childhood aphasia, child language, medically complex clients, and reading disorders. Providing compassionate trauma-informed therapy as well as 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 compassionate evidence based therapies are the foundation of her practice.
Amy wholeheartedly supports the Neurodiversity Paradigm and movement. We are innately different. This includes our differences in our neurological system/ neurotype. She believes every individual deserves respect and their own voice. That "voice" may be in action form, gestures, sign language, spoken word, alternative communication methods, total communication methods, via a personal speech generating device, etc. Acknowledgement and honoring an individual's communication method is vital to establishing a mutually respectful relationship and accomplishing the most optimal outcomes of therapy. She also believes in educating our community to make equitable opportunities for our marginalized populations.
In their free time Amy and her daughter enjoy attending festivals, traveling, reading, and spending time with their extended family. Email Amy
Nicole White, M.S., CCC-SLP, Lead Speech-Language Pathologist (she/her)
Nicole received her Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of Texas at Austin in 2010. After spending 8 years as a Montessori teacher in the Austin area, Nicole returned to school and received her Master of Science degree in Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences. She is a licensed speech-language pathologist intern with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. Her professional interests include fluency disorders and receptive/expressive language disorders. In her free time, she enjoys reading, trivia games and traveling. Email Nicole
Nicole received her Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of Texas at Austin in 2010. After spending 8 years as a Montessori teacher in the Austin area, Nicole returned to school and received her Master of Science degree in Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences. She is a licensed speech-language pathologist intern with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. Her professional interests include fluency disorders and receptive/expressive language disorders. In her free time, she enjoys reading, trivia games and traveling. Email Nicole
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Priscilla Magallanes, MS., SLP-Intern Speech-Language Pathologist Intern (she/her)
Priscilla received her Bachelor of Arts in Speech and Hearing Sciences from the University of New Mexico and her Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of New Mexico. She is a licensed speech-language pathologist intern with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. Her professional interests include expressive/receptive language disorders, Augmentative and Alternative Communication, and narrative language skills. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, hiking, going to concerts, and dancing. Email Priscilla |
Kendall Gillett, BA., Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (she/her)
Kendall received her Bachelor of Arts in Speech and Hearing Sciences from the University of New Mexico in Las Cruces, New Mexico. She is a licensed speech-language pathology assistant with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. Her professional interests include working collaboratively to support clients with speech and language support needs. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her two dogs, going on road trips, and exploring local coffee shops/restaurants. Email Kendall
Emily Swogger, OTD, OTR, Occupational Therapist (she/her)
Emily received her Master’s of Occupational Therapy from Cleveland State University in 2013. After 8 years of working as a pediatric therapist in a variety of settings, Emily decided to return to school and pursue her Post-professional Doctorate in Occupational Therapy at Texas Tech University. Emily completed her degree in May of 2024. She is a licensed occupational therapist with the The Executive Council of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Examiners and is certified by the National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapists (NBCOT). Emily is also an active member of the Texas Association of Occupational Therapists (TOTA). Emily has an extensive background of treating children from the ages of 0-21 years in clinic, school, and home health settings. Her professional interests include nature-based therapy, sensory processing disorders, interoception and its role in self-regulation, and helping children to self-advocate for their own self-regulation needs at home, at school, and in the community. In her free time, Emily enjoys gardening, dancing, exploring the outdoors, and having fun adventures with her family and friends. Emily is also a self-professed research junkie and is always striving to provide her clients with the best evidence-based therapy practices to address their individual needs. Email Emily
Tara Licon, OTD, OTR, Occupational Therapist (she/her)
Tara received her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from Texas Tech University in 2019. She completed her Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences in 2023. She is a licensed occupational therapist with The Executive Council of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Examiners and is certified by the National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapists (NBCOT). Her professional interests include sensory processing disorder, executive functioning, and feeding. In her free time, Tara enjoys playing pickleball, reading, and spending time with her family and friends. Email Tara
Tara received her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from Texas Tech University in 2019. She completed her Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences in 2023. She is a licensed occupational therapist with The Executive Council of Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Examiners and is certified by the National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapists (NBCOT). Her professional interests include sensory processing disorder, executive functioning, and feeding. In her free time, Tara enjoys playing pickleball, reading, and spending time with her family and friends. Email Tara
Administration
Brandi Bice, Office Manager (she/her)
Brandi has extensive knowledge in the multi-service industry. She adeptly handles daily office responsibilities, heads our human resources, mentors the administrative team, and even wears the unexpected hat of resident snake-wrangler. Always there to assist Amy in her ambitious endeavors, Brandi's primary focus is to tackle challenges head-on, ensuring a nurturing and joyful environment for every child. Outside of work, Brandi's passions span from crafting artistic masterpieces and shopping to cruising on motorcycles and selflessly dedicating her time to animal welfare. Email Brandi
Brandi has extensive knowledge in the multi-service industry. She adeptly handles daily office responsibilities, heads our human resources, mentors the administrative team, and even wears the unexpected hat of resident snake-wrangler. Always there to assist Amy in her ambitious endeavors, Brandi's primary focus is to tackle challenges head-on, ensuring a nurturing and joyful environment for every child. Outside of work, Brandi's passions span from crafting artistic masterpieces and shopping to cruising on motorcycles and selflessly dedicating her time to animal welfare. Email Brandi
Karen Kimmons, BS, Billing Specialist (she/her)
Karen is a valued member of our team, bringing a Bachelor of Science degree in Healthcare Administration and over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Her extensive background in insurance management positions her perfectly to bridge the gap between our families and insurance companies, ensuring maximum benefits with minimal out-of-pocket expenses. Outside the office, Karen loves taking day trips with her family, diving into crafting and scrapbooking, and cherishing moments with her two daughters. Email Karen
Karen is a valued member of our team, bringing a Bachelor of Science degree in Healthcare Administration and over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Her extensive background in insurance management positions her perfectly to bridge the gap between our families and insurance companies, ensuring maximum benefits with minimal out-of-pocket expenses. Outside the office, Karen loves taking day trips with her family, diving into crafting and scrapbooking, and cherishing moments with her two daughters. Email Karen
Angela Sprouse, Care Coordinator (she/her)
Angela brings a wealth of experience to our team with a stellar 15-year track record in customer service and a decade in medical administrative roles, specializing in insurance verification. Passionate about excellence, she consistently goes above and beyond, ensuring both clients and colleagues receive unmatched support. Away from her professional realm, Angela cherishes moments spent with her family—whether they're immersed in a captivating movie or out shopping. On days off, you're likely to find her lavishing love on her beloved dogs and cat or seeking serenity with a fishing rod in hand. Email Angela
Angela brings a wealth of experience to our team with a stellar 15-year track record in customer service and a decade in medical administrative roles, specializing in insurance verification. Passionate about excellence, she consistently goes above and beyond, ensuring both clients and colleagues receive unmatched support. Away from her professional realm, Angela cherishes moments spent with her family—whether they're immersed in a captivating movie or out shopping. On days off, you're likely to find her lavishing love on her beloved dogs and cat or seeking serenity with a fishing rod in hand. Email Angela
Deborah Bruce, Care Coordinator (she/her)
Deborah comes to us with an impressive background in the world of business, having studied at the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP). Her entrepreneurial spirit is evident as she has owned and operated several successful businesses. A firm believer in the power of dedication, Deborah is deeply family-oriented and often finds joy in spending quality time with her loved ones. Outside of work, she's an avid fitness enthusiast and enjoys cooking up a storm in the kitchen. And for those in the know, Deborah is quite the Pokémon aficionado. Whether at work or play, her passion and commitment shine through.
Email Deborah
Deborah comes to us with an impressive background in the world of business, having studied at the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP). Her entrepreneurial spirit is evident as she has owned and operated several successful businesses. A firm believer in the power of dedication, Deborah is deeply family-oriented and often finds joy in spending quality time with her loved ones. Outside of work, she's an avid fitness enthusiast and enjoys cooking up a storm in the kitchen. And for those in the know, Deborah is quite the Pokémon aficionado. Whether at work or play, her passion and commitment shine through.
Email Deborah
